We all have those “pivotal moments” in our lives where we find ourselves, discover something within us, and sometimes serendipitously come across what we should be doing with our lives – Dom Malin found where he should be after writing his first song (which happened to be the same day he performed Green Day’s ‘Time Of Your Life’ at a talent show). With the charm of Simon and Garfunkel, the poetic intensity of Leonard Cohen, and the contemporary haunting of Tom Odell, US-based singer-songwriter Dom Malin is a star in the making. Described by publications as having an “…unfiltered charm…and a ri ..read more

I was introduced to singer-songwriter Podge Lane about three years ago and am still astounded by his unique sound. With each single, the Irish artist continues to fascinate me with his intoxicating music. Bold and rugged, but simultaneously sincere and sensitive, Podge Lane brings diverse concepts together in charming sonic masterpieces. The latest addition to his well-received repertoire is the single ‘Change In The Weather’. Inspired by life in its entirety, Podge Lane’s music has a soft soothing to its gentle flow. Yet, while the arrangement is smooth, there is a vulnerability oozing from ..read more

After 20 years of a “musical semi-pause”, French-born singer-songwriter Romain Gutsy is back with music to soothe the soul. Showcasing his multi-instrumental side, Romain has played with various bands including accordion with Les Affames and guitar in Daffy Plays Mandola. If you haven’t heard of those acts, then you should have heard of Grammy award-winning acts like Soul Asylum and Calvin Russel – both having Romain Gutsy playing with them. The latest addition to his critically acclaimed repertoire is ‘The Girl From Kerry’. Hot on the heels of his song ‘If You Don’t Mind’, ‘The Girl From Ker ..read more

With the power of Eva Cassidy, the intimacy of Sarah McLachlan and the sweetness of Karen Carpenter, singer-songwriter Karen Harding is a sonic force of nature. The terms elegant, sophisticated, enchanting and tender cannot capture the beauty of Karen Harding, and I have listened to a lot of her music. A regular feature on Nexus Music Blog, it’s clear to see we are fans; however, we are not the only ones who think she’s totally awesome. Since her debut single in 2021, Australia-based Karen has received coverage from international press including Sinusoidal Music and The Other Side Reviews. She ..read more

A natural storyteller, singer-songwriter Karen Harding has a way of expressing her emotions, opinions and experiences through poetic song. Unafraid to touch on all areas of life, she has brought us music about anxiety, frustration, fear, angst and acceptance. A regular on Nexus Music Blog, we have featured Karen several times; however, we are not the only ones singing her praises. Featured on The Other Side Reviews, Sinusoidal Music, Front View Magazine and various playlists, she is captivating audiences all over the globe. The latest addition to her repertoire is ‘Til The Ocean Meets The Shor ..read more

Drawing from a lifetime of experiences, singer-songwriter Karen Harding expresses her feelings, emotions and opinions through music. Embracing her passion for music at a young age, she has swirled about in a sonic haze since the age of 6 when she began learning the piano. Honing her emotive musicality, the Australia-based artist has several well-received singles under her belt and continues to build her acclaimed portfolio. One of the more recent additions to Karen Harding’s discography is the single ‘I’ve Got A Secret’. The first single and title track from her upcoming EP I’ve Got A Secret ..read more

Influenced by the likes of Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, Gordon Lightfoot and Leonard Cohen, Mark Rosal brings an eclectic sound to the masses. Inspired by life in its entirety, this elegant storyteller takes an introspective look at the world around us and brings it to life in his music. Described by The Other Side Reviews as a musician who embraces the emotional opportunities life offers, Mark Rosal is turning heads and making a statement among some top critics. One of the latest additions to his discography is the single ‘You Need A Woman’. Following his single ‘This Journey’, ‘You Need A Woman ..read more

Not a wallflower or shy violet at all, Carolee Rainey has always been bold, confident and not afraid to take on the world. As a teenager, she ran away from the music conservatory she was attending, caught a train with nothing but her guitar and a small bag of belongings, and eventually found herself performing at hotels, dive bars, cruise ships and busking on the streets of Santa Cruz, California. After landing up in Los Angeles, the US-based artist applied for a job at Atlantic Records, got the job and is now the sole A&R girl on the West Coast for Country Nashville. Now if that isn’t a f ..read more

With over three decades of experience in the music industry, singer-songwriter Ross Freedman knows his way around melodies. Influenced by the likes of Aimee Mann, Counting Crows, Elvis Costello and the Beatles, the US-based artist brings the sounds of yesteryear to modern-day audiences with a slight contemporary pop-rock edge. Featured on Sinusoidal Music, Find No Enemy, Info Music, Roadie Music, Pigeon Reviews and many playlists, Ross Freedman is reaching audiences on an international scale. The latest addition to his discography is the single ‘Horizon’. His first release since his album Fal ..read more

At an early age, UK-based S J Denney came across vinyl copies of The Beatles’ White Album and Neil Young’s Harvest – it was then that he found his passion for music. As a youngster, S J Denney performed as a choir boy and learned to play the clarinet. Whilst this grounding was a good start to musical projects, it was later that he decided to focus on learning the acoustic guitar and writing songs. Featured in numerous blogs including Less Than 1000 Followers, Indie Band Guru, Edgar Allan Poets, The Other Side Reviews and Nexus Music Blog (that’s us!), S J Denney has a strong and loyal followin ..read more