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Nied’s Hotel Band take you on a raucous ride with ‘Take That Train’

Nied’s Hotel Band and their lead singer John Vento are well known names in the country and rock n roll music circles, and for good reason. With their uproarious style and phenomenally exciting songs, they’ve built up a solid reputation as a band to watch. Their latest single, “Take That Train,” is another one of their rolling rock n roll bangers, but how does it hold up in our full review?

“Take That Train,” asks the simple question, what do you do when your relationship with a lover becomes strained because you need to play with your band? Yes, the new single is very much a nice little piece of tongue-in-cheek songwriting, but when it comes to story telling, the band still maintains their impressive pedigree of high quality storytelling.

John Vento’s vocals shine through, really giving the single an energy you can’t find anywhere else. It definitely helps that the writing is just that fun, which works nicely with the energetic delivery. John Vento also wrote the whole story revolving around the difficulty of maintaining relationships when playing in a band. It’s definitely something any musician in a relationship can relate to.

The music is also just plain good, as it always is with the Nied’s Hotel Band. With a fantastic blend of guitars, drums and an absolutely incredible saxophone solo, “Take That Train,” is groovy and smooth. There’s even a good ol’ fashioned piano section, that sounds absolutely great.

With all these different musical elements at play, it’s essential for the sound mixing to be good, and we’re happy to report that it’s also some great stuff. The production is clean, and every instrument comes through loud and clear. Even the vocals have a nice amount of polish while keeping that grounded and raw appeal fans love.

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Cali Tucker Unwraps Christmas Magic With Her New EP “Santa Baby”

Cali Tucker is back in the spotlight this season with “Santa Baby,” a beautifully made holiday EP that captures the heart, warmth, and timeless glow of Christmas classics. Cali is known for singing the National Anthem at NASCAR’s Pennzoil 400 in front of 80,000 fans and more than three million people at home. She brings the same powerful presence and emotional depth to this holiday project.

“Santa Baby” is a great holiday release for music lovers, bloggers, and new artist discovery sites. It has six tracks and lasts 20 minutes. It mixes nostalgia with Cali’s signature smooth vocals. Each song shows off her talent, but “O Holy Night” and “The Christmas Song” are two that stand out as favorites. Both performances show off her range, control, and ability to bring classic songs into modern emotional spaces without losing their original charm.

“O Holy Night” stands out as the EP’s spiritual center, with a glowing performance full of dynamics, warmth, and a cinematic stillness that draws people in. Cali gives the song both respect and a unique touch, breathing new life into a well-known hymn. “The Christmas Song,” on the other hand, makes you feel like you’re sitting next to a fire. It’s soft, heartfelt, and full of stories that make you feel nostalgic. Cali’s voice flows effortlessly through every note, making it impossible not to feel the magic of the season.

The whole EP flows easily and has a mix of fun sparkle, soulful warmth, and classic Christmas music. “Santa Baby” is the perfect song for the season, whether people are making holiday playlists, looking for new Christmas music, or discovering new vocal talents. This EP adds a new but familiar sound to today’s holiday music scene. It has a comforting feel and is easy to listen to repeatedly.

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Kalpee Honors Heritage and Heart on His Emotion-Rich New EP Dougla Boi

Kalpee is back with Dougla Boi, a beautiful new EP that is both personal and powerful. It gives listeners a close look at the layers of identity, heritage, and emotion that make him who he is. The Trinidad and Tobago artist is confident in his own space, which is rooted in New Calypso and polished with hints of dancehall, R&B, and afrobeats. In this space, genre bends, but emotion leads.

Named after the Trinidadian word for someone of mixed African and Indian heritage, Dougla Boi is honest, proud, and warm about the complexities of culture. Kalpee opens a window into the dualities that define him across six tracks, turning personal truth into universal resonance. The EP is just under 19 minutes long, but every second is carefully planned to take listeners on a journey through courage, joy, healing, and the quiet strength that comes from accepting all parts of yourself.

The first single, “Under,” stands out right away for its calming yet emotionally charged experience. Kalpee’s voice flows over a beat that sounds both new and old, fitting the EP’s theme of bringing cultures together. It’s one of the best examples of how he can mix soft and hard sounds, which is what makes his New Calypso sound so unique.

“Everybody,” which features Full Blown, is another excellent song that has already done very well. It has a happy vibe and an infectious bounce, making it one of the EP’s most replayable songs. “Everybody” captures the spirit of community and shared experience, which is what Kalpee means when he says that identity is not a box but a rhythm.

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