Music

Zhaklin’s “Summer of Love” Stirs a Captivating Ode to Embracing Joy and Togetherness.

In a world often clouded by challenges, Zhaklin’s latest classic pop single, “Summer of Love,” shines like a radiant sunbeam through the clouds. Drawing from a life journey enriched by diverse cultural experiences, Zhaklin weaves a tapestry of sound that she fittingly dubs “Ethnic Pop.” Hailing from Iran, raised in Armenia, educated in Russia, and now a resident of the US, her unique background infuses a genuinely international flair into her music.

“Summer of Love” encapsulates a moment of pure bliss amidst life’s chaos. Zhaklin’s voice, like a warm breeze, beckons us to bask in the present, casting aside our worries and embracing the enchantment of the now. The song’s genesis penned on the sandy shores as waves caressed the land, radiates authenticity, capturing the essence of those fleeting moments when we let love and joy guide us.

With its infectious melody and heartwarming lyrics, “Summer of Love” paints a vivid picture of unity, celebrating love’s embrace with family, friends, and partners. Zhaklin’s artistry infuses the track with a lighthearted spirit that transcends borders and speaks the universal language of happiness.

Album Review

Paul Terry, Aptøsrs & Cellarscape unite on bold new album “Alternative Piano Club”

Combining his three artistic alter egos, Paul Terry presents an awe-inspiring new 12-track album, “Alternative Piano Club,” written in collaboration with Aptøsrs and Cellarscape. This is an album-length voyage of music that blends acoustic, rock, and piano-driven cinematic sounds.

Torn between this complex emotional spectrum, all the while the piano remains at its core throughout. Paul Terry opens his “Memento Mori (Chromogenic Phase)” contemplatively, creating a solemn, reflective mood. Cellarscape’s “Three Years Of Roses“ is warmer, whereas Aptøsrs’ “Questionnaires“ is much more textured as a large, sculptural post-rock.

“Dave’s Theme,” written by Paul Terry, musically expands the narrative with a touch of cinematic elevation that aligns well. “We Shape The Clouds” by Cellarscape is fluffy and heart-warming, “Writers Behind The Curtain” is somber, more narrative. We are all together in “A Place We Made,” an honest, intimate, emotionally grounded space.

The project contains vocal warmth and cultural depth in the song “This Is My Home“ by Silas Miami & Lana Crowster. Proceeding in a totally different direction is the stronger emotional clarity of Paul Terry’s acoustic storytelling on “Any Time You Want To Fly” and “No Sleep Has Come.” Cellarscape presents a wide, spacious atmospheric moment in “Cygnus,” while Aptøsrs ends with “Rust Mountain (Monochrome Piano Version),” a simple gem that brings the project full circle.

The mixing of Sam Okell and Adam Noble, the mastering of Alex Wharton and Robin Schmidt have, in many ways, brought their polish to it while still making it feel human. “Alternative Piano Club” is a work entity, where three musical personalities met and talk mind in the same emotional language.

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Artist Spotlight

LAST ALEX! balances precision and pulse on the electrifying track “Plus 1”

LAST ALEX!, a Chicago-based artist and producer, comes out with “Plus 1,” a high-energy release that combines technical prowess with an undeniable melodic instinct.

LAST ALEX! puts both craftsmanship and creativity on display here. The song’s strength lies in its balance, in detailed execution without sacrificing feeling, and in complexity without losing momentum.

LAST ALEX! doesn’t fully lean into the cold technique or loose emotion, but finds the sweet spot where skill and soul meet. This yields a polished, vibrant, and musically confident track.

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