Rimouski, Quebec space-themed, orchestral metal band Vortex are dropping their concept EP Alien Realms tomorrow. Before it gets released everywhere, you can stream it here. Alien Realms by Vortex The cosmic horror-themed album features a lot of melody and orchestral elements paired with aggressive riffing and… Read More »EP Premiere: Vortex – “Alien Realms”
New JYP global boy group NEXZ debuted last year but hasn’t yet captured my attention with their music. This is despite watching and enjoying season two of the Nizi Project where the group was formed. Like fellow rookies KickFlip, it feels like JYP has saddled… Read More »Song Review: NEXZ – Simmer
Aimers are one of those under-the-radar groups who I’ve written about several times on the blog yet can’t for the life of me remember. I know they’ve released music that I’ve (at least somewhat) enjoyed, but no song has taken hold in a way that… Read More »Song Review: Aimers – Starry Night
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Babe Rainbow’s newest album Slipper imp and shakaerator was recorded in a warehouse on an Australian banana farm; as I […] The post Album Review: Babe Rainbow – ‘Slipper imp and shakaerator’ appeared first on The Alternative.