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2020, Canadian, Music, Samuel Stevens, Single Reviews

Akeem Oh – School Girl (Single)

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By Samuel Stevens

Release Date: October 9, 2020

Genre: Indie Pop, Folk

Label: Oh My Records

The Ottawa, Ontario-based American-Canadian singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Akeem Oh (Ouellet) has released his brand new single, “School Girl.” The new single was written about a close friend of Akeem’s who is described as an ambitious artist herself, who’s making her way through the many challenges of early adulthood. The entire track was written, recorded, with all if its instruments performed, and finally, produced by Akeem himself. The single was mixed and mastered by Philip Shaw Bova (Feist, Bahamas) at Bova Sound Lab.

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2020, Canadian, Interviews, Music, Samuel Stevens

Interview With Carmanah’s Laura Mitic

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By Samuel Stevens

Photo courtesy of Dani Cyr

One month ago, the Canadian folk-rock/indie rock sextet Carmanah released their genre-blending second full-length album, Iris. Recently, I spoke to the band’s frontwoman and creative mind, Laura Mitic, about the band’s new album Iris, their downtime they’ve had throughout 2020, the meaning of the band’s name, and more!

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2020, Music, Music Abroad, Samuel Stevens, Single Reviews

Adar Alfandari – How I’m Gonna Make You Mine (Single)

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By Samuel Stevens

Release Date: August 25, 2020

Genre: Folk

Label: Independent

Adar Alfandari, the 24-year-old singer-songwriter from Israel is working hard on finishing up his solo debut album. In the mean time, Adar has released his third single ever, and most importantly the second off his forth coming debut album Gold Dust, that is currently scheduled for a March 2021 release. His brand new single titled, “How I’m Gonna Make You Mine,” is a slow tempo rendition that’s both heartfelt and immensely sincere. The single was produced and mixed by music producer Idan Katz, while it was mastered by Aran Lavi.

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2020, Music, Music Abroad, Samuel Stevens, Single Reviews

Allison Leah – We Can Still Sing (Single)

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By Samuel Stevens

Release Date: May 1, 2020

Genre: Folk

Label: Independent

Allison Leah is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist currently based out of Nashville, Tennessee via New York. Her most recent single, “We Can Still Sing,” is a powerful, sentimental, and intimate look into the COVID-19 lockdown that’s first hand told through Allison’s stunning voice and honest words. “We Can Still Sing” was produced and mixed by her dad, the veteran music producer Jon Altschiller. Known for his work with artists such as Mandy Moore, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, John Mayer, and many, many more.

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2020, Music, Music Abroad, Samuel Stevens, Single Reviews

Callum Pitt – Fault Lines (Single)

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By Samuel Stevens

Release Date: July 23, 2020

Genre: Folk

Label: Humble Angel Records

The singer-songwriter Callum Pitt from Newcastle upon Tyne, England has recently released his brand new single, “Fault Lines.” The powerful single may sound upbeat, catchy, and energetic, but don’t be fooled by these aspects. Callum’s lyrics on “Fault Lines” explores the strong topic of the heightened polarization within the United Kingdom’s political landscape. “Fault Lines” is directed at the UK government and the right-wing press, who have incited hatred and division in the public through their rhetoric over the past few years in particular. Callum’s goal with “Fault Lines” is to encourage the ignorance and prejudice with the UK, and around the world, to be met with education and conversation.

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