Aaron Toronto, or AT, just put out a new hit album called “Illumination.” On this album, he shines a light on the feelings we have in relationships; the good times and the bad.

Across six songs, AT takes us on a journey through love. We feel joy at the start of relationships. We feel sadness when they end. With his brilliant singing and heartfelt lyrics, AT is a master storyteller. He helps us understand our emotions in a way only music can.

The album kicks off with “Let’s Start Again.” As soon as the bright guitar starts playing, you can’t help but smile. Next is “Falling For You,” where AT shows his tender side. The gentle piano and quiet vocals help convey lyrics that honestly lay his heart on the line.

My favorite track is “Oh, the Joy.” Just like the title says, this song is pure bliss. Sparkling instruments and AT’s ebullient singing transport you straight to a state of carefree happiness. You can practically feel the twinkling radiating from this effervescent song. Its spirit is sure to leave you feeling good.

Things take a more deep and thoughtful turn with the song “Rug.” The moody pop sound might surprise you after the happy songs before. In “We Need To Talk,” AT is more emotionally raw than ever before. Through his vulnerable voice, he honestly shares all of his thoughts. He lays himself out there for all to see. It’s an intensely personal song that shows off his wide singing range. The deep feelings he conveys really move you.

The album ends on a grand note with “Reaping What I Sow.” Beautiful backup singing enhances AT’s powerful delivery. The amazing guitar work gives you chills.

Beyond his musical talents, AT is also an accomplished actor and writer. Based in Brookings, South Dakota, he co-founded Toronto Brothers Entertainment, a production company responsible for several independent films. Notable acting roles include an amusing part in Jeff Daniels’ comedy Super Sucker. Ever creative, AT also wrote and starred in the comedy script The Pact, which streamed on Tubi TV.

Across six illuminating songs, AT invites us into his musical and emotional journey. He wears his heart on his sleeves, from joy to uncertainty to deep vulnerability. With thoughtful lyrics, rich vocals and intelligent performances, AT succeeds in using music to truly connect with others. “Illumination” demands to be experienced from beginning to end. Go listen on Spotify now!

Anna Salman is making a name for herself in the indie pop music scene. Her first EP called "This Summer Won't Last" just came out, and it's a gorgeous EP from start to finish. Across six songs, Salman shares very personal stories about love and heartbreak. She pours her heart out and doesn't hold anything back, which I fully respect.

Even though the songs are about sad topics like breakups, Anna Salman makes them super catchy. She has built a big fan base for her storytelling and lyrics, with over 2.5k monthly listeners and more than 300k streams on Spotify.

On "This Summer Won't Last," she embraces her "sad girl" image but pairs it with upbeat melodies. So instead of just focusing on being sad, the EP gives off more of a bittersweet feeling. It makes you feel like it's the end of summer, a little sad it's over but also happy you made memories.

This EP kicks off with an emotional song called "Not the One." Right away you can tell Anna pours her heart into her singing. Over some simple piano, she realizes a relationship isn't going to work. The next song "I'd Like to Think" has a dreamy sound. Things pick up with "Summer," which is fitting since it's about moving into a happier season. She sings about looking forward while the guitar plays in the background.

"Miracle Worker" is a personal favorite with a super catchy pop hook. Anna sings it so effortlessly about seeing an ex move on. Then "Blood Rush" with Turaab takes things in a dizzying direction. The song is about how love can be unpredictable.

"High School" looks back on a past romance from when Anna was younger. Breaking up young is so hard, and she captures those rollercoaster emotions perfectly. The EP wraps up with "Thanks for Not Loving Me" where Anna leaves what seemed like a good relationship. It's powerful and leaves you feeling like the story is complete.

Throughout, Anna's tender voice is supported by simple but thoughtful instrumentals from producers Rakae Jamil, Farhan Ali, and Abu Baker Zahid. They recorded at Red Brick Studios.

On her first EP "This Summer Won't Last," Anna Salman introduces herself as someone who's just getting started but is super talented. She blends her feelings with beautiful melodies that get stuck in your head. If you like Phoebe Bridgers or Clairo, you have to check out Anna Salman this summer! She puts just as much heart into her music. You can listen to the whole EP right now on Spotify.

Did you know a small-town band could become popular all over? Well, the Kingdom All Stars from The Northeast Kingdom, Vermont sure did! Even though The Northeast Kingdom is tiny, these talented young individuals have gotten lots of fans far from home with their folk music, meaningful lyrics, and amazing live shows. Their new song "Home" really shows how good they are at making music and how much Vermont's natural beauty means to them.

"Home" is sung so beautifully by Jazmine Bogie. The song tells a story about change that anyone getting ready for something new can relate to. The band certainly shows their skill. Just one listen to "Home" and the lyrics stick with you. But the music around the lyrics is impressive too - it blends acoustic and electronic sounds into a great mix. Gentle drums and shakers lay the foundation, then guitar, piano, organ and more build up layer by layer at their own pace. The outcome is just as comfortable and toasty as your favorite blanket. The rise and fall of melodies may easily be puzzling, and before you realize it, four minutes have passed.

"Home" is a perfect way for new fans to see what Kingdom All Stars can do. But long-time fans will enjoy it too. While honoring their hometown of Vermont, the band also expands their collection of sounds. Special guests Andre Maquera and Caleb Bronz add textures without messing up the feel. And Jazmine Bogie's lead singing has more depth and emotion than earlier songs.

Playing live sure helps the band get better, and these young artists have been doing it for a long time all over. Even when they were starting, Kingdom All Stars played everywhere from tiny town halls to big halls. Their packed-out live shows show how special their musical bond is as talented friends. This song is what brings these guys together like a family.

"Home" invites listeners into a soundscape as welcoming as a beloved old house. "Home" brings  Kingdom All Stars back charged up and ready to share their message with more people. With any luck, their music will keep inspiring listeners and putting their small Northeast Kingdom town on the map for years. This is just the start of Kingdom All Stars’ talented voice, music fans everywhere should come along for the ride they're on. Give the new song a stream online today and see for yourself!

Boss has announced the release of an innovative new multi-effects unit promising to push creative boundaries. The TE-2 Tera Echo mashes up delay, reverb, and modulation into an otherworldly sound design toolbox.

Leveraging Boss' new MDP technology, the TE-2 allows guitarists to sculpt ethereal textures rarely achievable from traditional stompboxes. Its "multi-dimensional processing" analyzes the input signal in new ways, responding to playing dynamics with an organic mutability rare in digital effects.

The interface retains Boss' proven layout while expanding options. Integrated controls allow seamless blending of wet and dry signals or unleashing cosmic freakouts. The feedback and spread knobs sculpt the character of evolving tones from shimmering washes to roiling storms.

But it's not all about outer reaches. Subtle tweaks conjure inspired atmospherics resembling post-rock legends. An unlimited freeze function arrests the aural imagination, holding evolving patterns for expressive overlays.

The TE-2 handles any pickup configuration. Its robust construction will satisfy stage-pounding demands as faithfully as studio experimentation.

Boss shows once more why they're masters of fx innovation. Where others rest on tried conventions, they challenge players to discover uncharted sonic vistas. The TE-2 promises to inspire new genres of texture-focused creativity by dissolving boundaries between effects. For adventurous axemen, its multidimensional promise makes it one to watch.

Denver's ego n friends trade his usual haunts for a liminal space on "none of your business," the latest single previewed during their Tiny Desk stint. This "spring" offering feels more like a sonic mirage shimmering on the horizon, defying easy categorization.

This song feels like a sunny mirage in the distance. "none of your business" hints that ego n friends is changing up his style. There are quiet samples from his old song "Fall From Heaven" that pop in and out. It's like a ghost from his past mixed with something fresh. The music moves left and right too, making everything feel blurry as it comes together. It's like exploring someplace you've never seen before and finding amazing views with every turn. No doubt it keeps you intrigued! The guitar work on this song has a cool Indie vibe. It's not super loud or flashy, the playing is pretty mellow and laid back. Think of drifting guitar notes like a warm summer breeze. Even though it's simple, the guitar adds so much to the vibe of exploring and changing. It just floats along as your mind and feelings float too.

This song hits you hard because it captures change, and change is messy but also beautiful. We've all felt endings that sting, like having to say goodbye to what we thought we wanted. And we've all hoped for new starts, to leave the past behind and see what dreams will grow. ego n friends get that feeling. He wears his heart on his musical sleeve, creating a song that soothes the growing pains and pushes us forward too.

Denver's ego on friends has built a big following across different types of music and places because of his skills and caring nature. He brings together all sorts of sounds that just work. Working with his friends, Brian Danzy, BROCKWELL, Kidd Doxx, Nelo and SPACEDOUTMARS, has made his sound go up even better. Plus, ego n friends wear a lot of hats. He's a producer, engineer, DJ, and a content creator.

"none of your business" shows how much ego n friends keep growing as an artist. His music evolves just like the changing world around us, with each new song full of more life, complexity, and depth than the last. It's a perfect song for anyone going through changing themselves, a soundtrack for personal growth. Give it a listen on Spotify today by streaming "none of your business."

On the new track "Time Travel," Finnegan Bell of Love Ghost soars over Shantra's ominously cinematic production. "TIME TRAVEL" is a masterpiece with elements of alternative, trap, and emo that vividly depict a disturbed girl and the protagonist's intense need to save her from her troubles. However, the narrator's desire for time manipulation comes at a price, as the demons infiltrate his own life and leave a path of emotional ruin. Both artists approach this profound query from their cultural lenses, Bell in English and Yung Dupe in Spanish, flexing a harmonious narrative across languages.

With over 43k fans on Facebook, 83k Instagram followers, and 13k supporters on SoundCloud, Love Ghost has made it to the hearts of many music lovers. Their Spotify listener base of 35k, their YouTube channel boasting nearly 64k subscribers showcases an international fandom for "Time Travel" and prior releases. This growing fanbase has already made their mark, as the "Time Travel" music video surpassed 26,522 views its March 16th release date.

Finnegan Bell's performance is enhanced by the sheer emotion in his voice that lingers throughout the song. The English verse in "TIME TRAVEL" is a strong and poignant work of literature that exposes the intricacies of pain, love, and the need we all have to shield the people we love.

Yung Dupe's Spanish-language verse brings an honest Latin perspective that deepens the track's cross-cultural sense of connection. His fluid flow glides over the beat, matching Bell's expressive zest with passionate storytelling. Switching between English and Spanish, the two artists form a mutually reinforcing musical dialogue about life.

Lines like "The scars on your thighs look like / The stars in your eyes tonight" and "Someone told me that they're coming after us / That explains it / Why I hear your footsteps, creeping up behind me in my darkest hour, draining all my power" coat a compelling picture of the protagonist's fight with the weight of the past.

"TIME TRAVEL" ethereal production was done by Shantra. It's the perfect setting for Bell and Yung Dupe's voices. Love Ghost is always taking their music to new places and "Time Travel" does that for sure. This song isn't just another tune - it's a real experience.

Bell and Yung Dupe open up about personal struggles, but they do it with courage and grace. The song can help anyone who's gone through hard times. Even though the questions it asks don't have easy answers, the music itself takes you to a better place.

I think you need to listen to "Time Travel." You can stream it on all the major music apps or check out the music video. Seeing it with the visuals helps you feel the full emotions of what Love Ghost and Yung Dupe created.

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Dax bares his soul through a lyrical vulnerability on his newest release, "Dear Alcohol - Mega Remix." The rapper, known for keeping it real across millions of loyal fans, once again opens up through his art. Yet this time, he welcomes others to do the same. The music video has made over 1 million views on YouTube since its release 11 days ago. While the original has made over 15 MILLION views. Dax is famous and knows how to use it to help others.

The remix assembles a community of artists willing to share their struggles with addiction. Through their contributions, Dax elevates a moving track to new emotional heights. Each performer weaves their unfiltered experience into a tapestry of resilience. Their faces give a name to the nameless millions silently battling similar demons.

⁤First comes Atlus, a country-tinged raspiness that reads like entries in a worn leather journal. His raw emotion transports the listener back to a place of personal pain. Kelsie Watts then adds her dulcet tones, wielding notes across the breadth of human emotion with unmatched control and nuance. Her powerful range calls to mind legends like Christina Aguilera in its sheer versatility and mastery. Carly Pearl brings a jazz eloquence that feels ageless, transporting the listener back to that era through her effortless storytelling. Her soothing vocals provide the solace of a warm embrace. ⁤⁤ERV ELLO adds his melodic pop flare, while SkyDxddy shows you how versatile her voice can be. ⁤⁤Trippz Michaud comes in with a quick flow that's ideal for capturing the audience's attention. ⁤⁤Next, Kayla Rae steals the show with seductive, golden tones reminiscent of a siren emerging from the ocean. ⁤

⁤With his rough, rustic voice, Common Tribe gives the track grit and gravel. Troy hints at princely pop charm beneath a rougher exterior, letting the listener imagine what deeper scars may lie beneath the surface. Phix enticingly alternates softness and dexterous rap, like crashing ocean waves that demand you feel their power. ⁤⁤KC Makes Music delivers heartfelt bars, and OfficialDJAaron finishes his verse with an original flare. The song ends with Dax harmonizing with the group.

By providing a platform for others to rise, Dax demonstrates his generosity as an artist. Such an assembly will have a lasting effect since these artists illuminate obscure areas and start vital conversations. Give someone who needs light today this message of hope. This is the start of the movement, which is so much more than just music.

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When the pulsing synths and pounding beats of Tate Sedar's new single "Wish I Could" first hit my ears, all I could think was one thing: it's time to party. This dance-pop track is pure dancefloor magic that'll have you feeling like the main character in your cheesy movie. The sparkling production, "Wish I Could" took me on a journey I wasn't expecting but was here for.

The song kicks off with a tease of vocals and keys that straightaway bring you to a glittering nightclub. But just as you're getting comfortable on the dancefloor daydreaming, the bassline drops in like a bomb and the party starts. Layers of pulsing synths in iridescent colors stack on top of one another, building an energetic foundation that just begs you to start moving. It's a song made for carefree moments when you're lost in the music, the lights, and the crowd as all your worries melt away.

"Wish I Could" shines as Tate's skillful blending of pop and electronic styles. The hook is big and anthemic like your favorite mainstream pop smash, but it's driven by a house beat that keeps all that feel-good energy flowing. It's a hit that can unite many fans and dedicated dance music lovers on the floor. The vocals glide over glitchy textures and laser-sharp synths, bringing an element of to the high-energy production.

And speaking of emotion, the lyrics here feel deeply relatable for anyone who's experienced the ups and downs that come with unrequited love. The song's dynamic structure keeps things interesting from start to finish. Sections ebb and flow like the tides of emotion, building with layers of shimmering sound before pulling back to focus on the tender vocals. The beat shifts subtly underneath, keeping your body guessing but always locked in the pocket. And just when you think you've got a handle on where it's going next, an unexpected break throws you pleasantly off balance before the energy swells right back up again.

"Wish I Could" has worked its magic and whisked the listener to a place of joy. And with its effervescent soundscape and addictive groove, you'll be hitting repeat and chasing that feel-good high all over again. Whether you're dancing alone in your room or losing yourself in a crowd, this single is the perfect soundtrack for any night when you want to escape into fantasy and feel truly alive. Let the music be your guiding star.

With its meld of lyrics and pulse-quickening production, Tate Sedar demonstrates a rare gift for crafting crossover hits that bring people together through cathartic dancefloor magic. Whether you're nursing a broken heart or just want an excuse to lose yourself in the lights and sounds, let this be your new late-night anthem to keep the party going all night long.

I'm excited to share Richard Green's inspirational single 'A Lesson' with you. On my everyday commute, this comfortable song has been my go-to for mood-setting. "A Lesson" has truly resonated with many music lovers since dropping in 2022. As of today, there are around 49k people who have chosen to listen to the song on Spotify alone.

When I listen, I picture myself sitting on a big green hill looking out at the countryside. Everything is so peaceful and pretty. Trees are swinging and grass is billowing in the wind.

You can almost smell the fresh air. It takes me to a calm, happy place. I think about nice things when it's playing.

Part of what makes "A Lesson" so evocative is its unhurried, fluid pace. Unlike much modern music that's produced at a rigid tempo, this track flows organically from one beautiful segment to the next. You can hear humanity in each instrument. The piano caresses the melody with soulful emotion, and the strings glide alongside the current of feeling. It's refreshing to listen to music that hasn't been romanticized out of its natural rhythm. From dreamy keys and strings to layers of atmospheric textures, a lot is going on sonically in a gorgeous and well-produced way. The mixing and production skills are top-notch. Every instrument is crystal clear but melds perfectly with the others. It takes a deft musical touch to blend so many elements into one unified and fragrant soundscape.

To fully capture the experience of "A Lesson" in a single word does the piece a disservice. Much like a rich, homemade meal brimming with flavors and textures, Richard Green's musical work nourishes both the mind and soul in complex, multifaceted ways. Over many listens, new instrumental layers and melodic details emerge to enrich the dreamlike atmosphere. The calm and uplifting soundscapes flow together fluidly, easing frazzled nerves while lifting the spirits. Whether appreciating fresh nuances or getting lost within the artistic tapestry once more, the ethereal chill of "A Lesson" invites repeated exploration that continuously reveals new depths. Rather than being described by a single term, the work exemplifies the complex yet comforting sustenance that can only be provided by a piece of music that is artfully crafted.

I highly recommend giving "A Lesson" a listen. It'll take you away to such a chill, peaceful spot. I bet it'll become your favorite way to unwind fast! Give it a listen tonight when you're relaxing.

Kmalectro just dropped a single called "Panta rhei" and it's perfect for those days when you're riding the big waves. This track had me dancing, daydreaming, and thinking deeply about how life is always changing, all at the same time!

From the very first notes, I was taken on a musical voyage across calm seas and rough storms. Kmalectro works his magic by piling on sounds that move back and forth like ocean tides. There's something almost hypnotic about how it's made. You'll be mesmerized the more you listen and discover new things each time. The production value is off the charts. You can picture yourself out on the ocean when you close your eyes.

Beyond just being a sonic spectacle, "Panta rhei" also carries a profound message about embracing impermanence. The Greek phrase the title references, "everything flows," perfectly encapsulates Kmalectro's view that nothing in life stays the same. Through his sound, he encourages us to relax into life's currents rather than resist their natural movements.

Kmalectro's melodies had me swaying along at first, but the more I listened, the more I started to let go of my need for control. There's wisdom in accepting that change is out of our hands and beauty can be found in transition.

It's also inspiring to learn about Kmalectro's journey of growth, which shaped the song's creation. After finding his place in the world of music, he understands resilience in the face of life's challenges. Within "Panta rhei," echoes of Kmalectro's heritage blend with electronic influences, a homage to how our diverse backgrounds come together to shape our artistic identities.

Did the song make you move body and soul? I loved how it got its message across about how things are always changing and none of us are perfect. That's something we could all use a reminder of nowadays. So many people are stressed about everything being so uncertain. But Kmalectro's songs are trying to bring us together by finding what we all have in common as people.

If you require a big EDM hug, give "Panta rhei" a listen. It'll wrap you up in a cozy blanket of sounds that might just shift how you see things, even get your toes tapping. If we are willing to listen to and accept change, it may be beneficial. I suggest putting on your headphones the next time you're feeling low so that the music can cheer you up.