By Grace Frazier
Release Run Down:
JEMS “The Weather”
“JEMS' latest single, "The Weather," is a triumphant testament to the trio's artistry, emotional depth, and resilience. Renowned for their alternative folk sound, JEMS brings forth a passionate composition that transcends the boundaries of mere music and delves into the realms of profound emotion.” - RDFO Blog
Lana Nauphal “Is It Raining In California”
“Lana Nauphal wrote this song during a very stormy summer spent in Washington, D.C. as she explains: ‘Summers there are so hot and humid, the pressure builds until it breaks into raging storms – storms which mirrored my state of mind. ‘Is It Raining in California?’ is about the messy middle part of getting over someone, when you’re still yearning for them but don’t want to be – you ask if it’s raining where they are, however unlikely that may be, in the hopes that you still might be sharing something.’” - Americana UK
Holly Lerski “Chicago”
“This is a captivating single, beginning with some nicely strummed guitar and mellow strings, before being embellished with a rhythm section. Holly has a really warm and emotive voice that rises and falls through a melody with a jazzy scat styling. She mixes the lyrics with a certain breathless intonation which drifts effortlessly above a varied and thoughtful arrangement.” - Fatea Magazine
Helena Hallberg “Epithet”
“Recorded at the iconic Power Station at BerkleeNYC in New York City and recorded by an all-female production team comprising of Hallberg, Mary Bragg, and Gloria Kaba, EPITHET promises to be a musical journey like no other. It’s a transformative adventure through the captivating landscapes of her music and storytelling.”
Evan Boyer “Home To You”
“I'm incredibly flawed, I constantly make missteps, but I'm always trying to be better. And with all that, my wife has loved me and dealt with my baggage (booze, depression, mental health, etc.). So I knew I wanted a track on this album to acknowledge and celebrate the people who have unwavering love for people like me.” - Evan Boyer
Leah Marlene “We’re All Buying Into A Dream”
“The EP—which includes three previously released singles, “Flashes,” “Dying Wish,” and “Lottery”—also ruminates on living in the moment and cherishing life’s little joys—something Marlene had to re-learn at the end of her “Idol” experience.” - WGLT 89.1