Sex Toys

          It's not often that one comes across instrumental psychedelic pop infused with heavier progressive themes that can truly captivate an audience.  The brain child of Thomas Swing, Sex Toys does just that, showing to the world that abstract fusion genres that have fallen by the wayside are not dead, but rather teeming with life given by those with a desire to blend the past and the present.  The first and only piece of work put out by Sex Toys (every instrument is recorded by Swing, however the live band is comprised of members Ashley Viers, Jarrett Ross, and Thomas Swing), The Xhoenis exemplifies musicianship and the careful composition that is necessary to make each instrument serve a worthwhile purpose.

Frazer Spooner

          Hailing from Sheffield, England, Frazer Spooner trades in his metal background for a more indie-folk styled sound compounded by descriptive, storytelling lyrics.  Having played music from a young age, Spooner now strives to attain a working ability play a great multitude of instruments, so that he can record his own music independently.  Yes, that's right, he records every instrument and the vocals entirely by himself, thus granting his music an affinity for the complex layering that comes from long hours in the studio trying to figure out how a violin or mandolin can fit into mix.  Having released his first full-length project Only After Dark: A Short Story, I can't help but find myself excitedly waiting for the next.

Interview - Levingstone

          Music is one of my passions and one that I know will be shared by many of you.  I listen to all kinds of genres and especially to musical artists who are either not very mainstream, not widely known, or both.  Through my interviews, I hope you’ll join me on this musical odyssey of not only listening but learning about the music from the artists who love what they do, who are original, who are unique and who take you outside your own environments and give you a different global perspective.

          This week, I caught up with Sammi Su of Levingstone to discuss his music and his life as a musician.

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Levingstone

          Another band that falls into what seems to be a growing neo-soul/jazz fusion movement in Australia, Levingstone brings together diverse aspects of music to form a coherent style that resonates well.  Coming from Sydney, the group attributes its style to the diverse musical tastes of its members, Sammii Su (Vocals), Jesse Johnston (Guitar), Dominic Cabusi (Bass), Chris Dutton (Keys), and Ryan Mooney (Drums).  Their long-awaited debut EP Modern Burials serves as a testament to their musical ability, creativity, and introspective nature as the collection of songs circle around the modern phenomenon of societal isolation.

Interview - Bredd

          Music is one of my passions and one that I know will be shared by many of you.  I listen to all kinds of genres and especially to musical artists who are either not very mainstream, not widely known, or both.  Through my interviews, I hope you’ll join me on this musical odyssey of not only listening but learning about the music from the artists who love what they do, who are original, who are unique and who take you outside your own environments and give you a different global perspective.

          This week, I caught up with Raffaele Pane of Bredd to discuss his music and his life as a musician.

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