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Otto Releases 80’s-inspired, Nostalgic Pop Debut EP “Still Picture You”

Earnestness is a quality we often lose touch with as we grow up. For Otto, earnestness is a defining characteristic. With the release of their debut EP “Still Picture You,” Otto aims to capture the candid thoughts and feelings of someone falling in and then out of love – a young soul navigating the changes that accompany that journey. With energetic, 80’s inspired instrumentals and candid lyricism, Otto captures the nostalgic essence of the John Hughes era with a modern, alternative twist.

“Still Picture You” was written virtually, growing up over the airwaves in online songwriting sessions in the winter of 2020. The first time the band members were all in the same room at the same time wasn’t until March the next year, to record their project in Nashville, TN. The resulting collection of songs follows the creative evolution of the band’s personality and individual influences over the year they spent getting to know each other virtually, and brings together groovy, rhythmic guitar riffs, anthemic arpeggiation, and a Tears-For-Fears-esque nostalgia for an electronic synth.

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Peedy WhoDank Cruises Into Our Playlists with the Laid-Back Groove “Saturday Nite Vibez”

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Peedy WhoDank dusts off with his new single, “Saturday Nite Vibez.”

From the opening beat, “Saturday Nite Vibez” seeps with laid-back cool, the sort of production that sounds designed for riding palm-lined streets with the window three-quarters down. Embracing a vintage west coast Peedy gets deep into a timeless sound, one that really doesn’t try hard, but simply lets the groove do all the talking.

It’s a song made for casual moments, a late-night drive with nowhere specific to go, where the lines of city lights blur past and the weight of the week finally begins to smudge. You can hear the nods to the golden era of west coast music but Peedy WhoDank makes it fresh and for the first this is completely his own flavor of modern-day cool. No gimmicks, no cheap tricks just lovely Saturday night magic.

What sets ‘‘Saturday Nite Vibez’’ apart is how effortlessly it captures a vibe. It’s the kind of song that you put on once and before you know it is three plays later and you still don’t want to move on. The production remains smooth and unfussy, allowing the beat to breathe as Peedy’s low-key delivery rides the pocket just right.

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In a world programmed to race toward the next thing, “Saturday Nite Vibez” makes the case to slow it down, take the scenic route and appreciate where you are. It’s music for when you’re not trying to turn up for when you’re just trying to vibe.

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Ronan Furlong Blazes a Trail with Electrifying New Single “Elysian Fields”

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Irish singer-songwriter Ronan Furlong is back with a vengeance, delivering an absolute firestorm of sound on his latest single, “Elysian Fields.” Bursting with energy and passion, this dynamic rock anthem feels like a breath of fresh air for anyone craving powerful, heartfelt music that refuses to play it safe.

From the first note, “Elysian Fields” grabs you by the collar and pulls you into its vibrant world. Driven by an electrifying guitar arrangement and a pulsing rhythm section, the song radiates a sense of movement as if it urges listeners to chase something bigger beyond the horizon. Furlong’s rich and full-of-intent voice anchors the track with a heartfelt delivery that makes the soaring chorus hit even harder.

The magic of “Elysian Fields” lies in its infectious energy and its ability to feel raw and refined simultaneously. It’s a rare balance that Furlong effortlessly achieves. The production is crisp yet unpretentious, letting the emotion of the music shine through without unnecessary gloss. You can feel the hands-on craftsmanship in every chord change and every lyrical turn, a testament to Furlong’s deep connection to his art.

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