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Diana Silvers Introduces Her Debut Album From Another Room
Article Contributed by Fernando Flores Photos contributed by UMG 1824 SoundCheck was lucky enough to catch up with the artist known as no other than Diana Silvers. With grace like Anne Hathaway, she clearly shows her excitement to detour away from her filmography and deep dive into her first full-length musical project, “From Another Room.” Known for her work in Booksmart, Ma, and Space Force, Silvers has built a reputation and has shown her strengths in conveying emotions.

Fernando Flores
4 days ago


SINGLE REVIEW: Franklin Jonas and the Byzantines - “Break The Levee”
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Franklin Jonas and the Byzantines' newest single “Break The Levee” feels like gratitude in motion. In announcing the track he shared that it is a song about loving no matter what the outcome, and that intention pours through every second of it. There is warmth in the message and light in the delivery. It feels like someone finally letting the sun hit their skin after years spent in the shade. The song opens with gentle country leaning g

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 26


First Listen: Leyla Ebrahimi Expands the Edges of Indie Alt-Pop with “i don’t like being left behind”
“i don’t like being left behind” opens in swirls and spirals, an ambient wash of synths that feel almost video game–esque. It is dreamy and atmospheric, yet it carries a pulse that instantly catches your attention. Leyla Ebrahimi’s voice enters with a softness that glows against the production. Even in these early moments, the track makes its intentions clear. This is indie alternative at its core, but it welcomes pop influences with open arms.

LJ Portnoy
Nov 20


ALBUM REVIEW: Give In To Let Go (The Falling) - Milahroy
f you have not listened to Milahroy yet, we suggest adding him to your playlist right now.
His new album, Give In To Let Go (The Falling), is the perfect introduction to an artist who’s stepping into his most honest, intentional, and emotionally charged era yet. What began as a tight and intimate EP has now evolved into a complete story with three new tracks that deepen the world he built back in June when we first featured him.

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 18


First Listen: “Die on This Hill” Marks Sienna Spiro’s Breakthrough Moment
Sienna Spiro’s “Die on This Hill” begins with a quiet magnetism that feels instantly inviting. A single piano line opens the door and her voice steps in with striking richness. It is warm, resonant, and full of a clarity that draws you in immediately.

LJ Portnoy
Nov 17


SINGLE REVIEW - "Ready Now" - Kelly Reynolds
Kelly Reynolds, the rising New Jersey artist signed to Moto Records, opens 2025 with a single that feels like a deep breath and a gut punch all at once. “Ready Now” is her first release of the year, and if you love indie storytellers like Leith Ross or Madison Cunningham, she needs to be on your radar immediately. She has only been releasing music for a little over a year, but “Ready Now” shows an artist who already knows exactly what she wants to say. The track pulls you in

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 14


ALBUM REVIEW: girlfriends – THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Article Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Pop punk is alive, loud, and definitely moving back into the neighborhood. girlfriends’ new album THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD is the perfect mix of early 2000s nostalgia and modern-day edge. Think Yellowcard and Blink-182 colliding with MGK’s pop-punk revival. It’s fun, chaotic, and full of emotion in all the right ways. The record kicks off with pure energy. The singles “Landslide,” “Garbage,” and “West Coast” already hinted at what wa

Rebecca McDevitt
Nov 13


Leven Kali: Making Waves with LK-99
Photo provided by @levenkali on IG Contributed by Fernando Flores Photos provided by @levenkali on IG Born into a musically inclined...

Fernando Flores
Oct 11


Road Soda Marks Another Honest Chapter for Franklin Jonas
Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Franklin Jonas returns with Road Soda, a track that instantly cements his growing signature sound —...

Rebecca McDevitt
Oct 10


Louis Knight Opens a New Chapter with “Until You Come Home”
Photo credit: Jack Morgan (IG: @jackmorgan07 ) Contributed by Rebecca McDevitt Photos by Jack Morgan Independent pop singer-songwriter...

Rebecca McDevitt
Oct 10


EP REVIEW: Midnight Til Morning — Afterglow
Midnight Til Morning might’ve started on Netflix’s Building the Band, but they’ve quickly outgrown the “reality show project” label. The...

Rebecca McDevitt
Oct 9


Calliope Wren Channels Goddess Energy on Debut EP Fade and Wither
The Long Island alt-rock siren celebrates with a ritual-themed release show at Amityville Music Hall. Press materials courtesy of Jocelyn...

Rebecca McDevitt
Oct 6


BJRNCK IS BACK AT IT
SoundCheck recently caught up with Grammy-nominated artist, BJRNCK to discuss her highly-anticipated new album, due later this year. After stepping away for a much-needed creative reset, she’s returning with a project that’s both deeply personal and universal, infused with honesty and soul.
Ilana Bornstein
Sep 26


UNDERGROUND RADAR: Artist You Need To Know - Louis Knight
Louis Knight is a singer/songwriter that leaves you with something to carry. British-born and Philly-raised, he first caught attention on American Idol, but it’s the music that came after that’s carved out his place. His songs feel like late-night conversations, the ones you remember long after the lights go out.

Rebecca McDevitt
Sep 25


What's next for Leith Ross?
SoundCheck Mag sat down with Leith Ross, and we couldn’t be more excited. With new projects on the horizon and her upcoming album, “I Can See The Future,” she gave us a glimpse into a future fans will want to be part of.

Fernando Flores
Sep 14


ALBUM REVIEW: Sombr "I Barely Know Her"
Article by Rebecca McDevitt Sombr’s Big Glow Up Album Artwork: Nicky Parks and Amelie Boose If you have been watching Sombr over the last...

Rebecca McDevitt
Aug 23


Justin Bieber - Swag: Album Review
Still Got That SWAG Article contributed by: LJ Portnoy, Editor-in-Chief Justin Bieber - SWAG, album artwork Justin Bieber reclaims...

LJ Portnoy
Jul 29


Mr. Mota Releases New Single &Music Video “Hot Box” — A Feel-Good Revival of Modern Reggae,in Partnership with Dime Bags
Press Release From InnerCat Music Group Austin, TX — April 25, 2025 — Reggae gets a fresh spark with “Hot Box”, the latest single from...

SoundCheck Team
May 9


This Is Gonna Sting a Little: Leo Dante Doses Us with ‘Medicine
PRESS RELEASE FROM SHUTTER UP & LISTEN - APRIL 25, 2025 Just ahead of Mental Health Awareness Month, Leo Dante unveils his powerful new...

SoundCheck Team
May 5


Late Nights & Lustrous Sounds: The Driver Era’s Obsession is a Fever Dream You’ll Want to Stay In
Review By Rebecca McDevitt Let’s talk about reinvention—because The Driver Era just did it again, and Obsession might be their boldest...

Rebecca McDevitt
Apr 15
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