Artist Spotlight
Okonski shifts gears with new release “Flying”
Okonski’s new single, “Flying,” the second track in a series of new songs, is a slow, deliberate exhale that shows a small but important change in the trio’s sound. They are now open to working with others while still keeping their introspective core.
Okonski invites Cochemea to join for the first time, making the group larger than its three-piece base. This makes the change from trio to quartet smooth, with Cochemea’s tenor saxophone not just being an extra part but also a living, breathing part of the group’s identity. His lines come and go in the arrangement, never overpowering it, always making it better, like the wind catching a sail at just the right time.
“Flying” fits with the band’s already established thoughtful, meditative mood, giving space to act as its own instrument. Cochemea’s playing in that space feels almost spiritual, gently leading the listener deeper into the piece’s emotional undercurrent.
Connect with Okonski on Spotify || Instagram || Facebook || Youtube
Album Review
The Vlade delivers the sound of a quiet survival with “It Could Be Better” (album)
“It Could Be Better” sounds like a late-night confession, honest, very human, and raw. It’s the official release of The Vlade, a 14-song rock album clocking in at over 50 minutes. The band glides effortlessly between slamming rock songs and bare-bones ballads, building a soundscape grounded in emotional honesty.
The title track, “It Could Be Better,” embraces imperfections while remaining steadfast. That thread connects the pointed and emotionally muscular “How Can You Sleep,” which lingers, to a song like “Falling for You,” which goes all in on openness with melodic honesty. “Standing Alone” and “Destiny” challenge you to look at yourself, take moments of solitude, and question things. “Hope” offers a subtle emotional lift without disrupting the album’s feel.
“Don’t Even Try to Live That Way” has a feel that complements the warmth of “My Dear Friend,” a song about loyalty and connection. “So We’ll Go No More a-Roving” and “The Old Man” both reflect on the passage of time and the burden of memory. “I’m Still Here,” a high-quality song about resilience, and “Walk On” maintain that momentum, urging you to keep going.
The alternate version of “Falling for You” casts the song in a new emotional light, while “Van Gogh’s Dream” ends the album on a contemplative, artistic imprint that lingers long. “It Could Be Better” is primarily about periods of loneliness, fleeting warmth, friendship, and small victories that go unseen. It’s an album for people who have felt trapped, made the moves they needed to make anyway, and who still believe in something better.
Artist Spotlight
Mad Morning deliver emotions with new rock anthem “Four Walls”
With “Four Walls,” the Essex rock trio Mad Morning returns with a track that expands their emotional palette. This tune sets the stage for their debut album, “MAD MORNING,” set to drop on May 22 via Saviour Music. Their fourth single from their debut album, “Four Walls,” suggests that they’re more than ready to start telling deeper, outward-looking stories.
Much of their other work is written from challenges, but “Four Walls” was one of the few times they wrote from a place of a heartfelt message. Mad Morning crafts a song that feels both intimate and expansive, like a conversation reverberating in small rooms but traveling far beyond them.
It’s a production that allows the instruments to breathe and swell in ways that reflect the emotional heart of the song. The delivery balances openness and strength. The performance draws you in, reinforcing the idea that the song functions as a crutch rather than telling a story about the self.
With this release, Mad Morning not only solidifies their sound but also suggests a much grander artistic identity rooted in connection, development, and being upfront about what you’re feeling. “Four Walls” is a preview of what’s to come, indicating that the band will be a vital voice in modern rock.
Connect with Mad Morning on | Website | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok |
-
Artist Spotlight6 days agoJonathan Zogbi reaches new heights with new release “Sky High”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoShweta Harve sings of love that stands strong like a Tree on “Have You Loved Like a Tree?”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoSweetCandy! reveals the truth behind new release “ISOLATED DISPOSITION”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoReetoxa captures a fleeting moment in new release “Thrift Shop Dress”
-
Artist Spotlight5 days agoReetoxa sings about being alone but still creating something meaningfulwith new album “Soliloquy”
-
Artist Spotlight6 days ago3rd Blo sets the dance floor on fire with new release “I’m Lit”
-
Artist Spotlight6 days agoKnux Burgandy rejects being average on new release “Mediocre”
-
Artist Spotlight6 days agoDeaf Radio share the weight of quiet moments on “Idling”