Reviews by: Andy Ellis, Writer @andysmileyjay Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, owner/editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. When I first heard Christy Costello’s debut solo record From the Dark, I was jolted awake. It was loud, straight to the point, and catchy as hell. It’s the kind of rock music I’ve missed and I knew I had to talk to her. I found out, unsurprisingly, that Costello knows more than a thing or two about Rock N Roll. Her debut solo album From the Dark covers many of its sub-genres, and she spread even more of her ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Review by: Dani Erin, Writer @danierinmusic Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Every blue moon (well in this case pink moon) you come across something truly spectacular. When something stops you in your tracks and you marvel; when the clock stops and time as you know it stands still. Humbird’s Right On album will do just that and so much more.  Full disclosure, I have been seeing Humbird pop up here and ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Reviews by: Alexandra Haynes, Writer @xalexonlinex Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Ber "It's Impressive" Whimsical piano melodies and rich vocals pair up to deliver a minimalist, romantic sound in “It’s Impressive.” Its stripped back, acoustic vibe was carefully cultivated by recording the track live in Ber’s living room - the accompanying video footage was uploaded to YouTube. “It’s Impressive” was first r ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Review by: Cameron Christopherson, Writer @Cameron_Christopherson Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Psylo’s new EP Transit, released on December 8th, 2023, encapsulates the best of Minnesota indie rock music. The trio is composed of guitarist and vocalist Mark Idstrom, bassist Nicky Steidel, and drummer Dan Crist, each of whom display the full range of their talent on this record. The band's explosive live ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Reviews by: Alexandra Haynes, Writer @xalexonlinex Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Clare Doyle "You and My Guitar" Singer-songwriter Clare Doyle delivers a melodic, sunset-tinged country love song with “You and My Guitar,” released as a single in 2023. Rippling, subtle echos punctuate certain sentiments, heard on the end chorus line (“like you and my guitar,” with “guitar” repeating) and in opening of the ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Reviews by: Andy Ellis, Writer @andysmileyjay Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, owner/editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. The warmer weather is back with more rain than we had all last summer, and the return of outdoor live music. While everyone else seems to be still consuming the new Taylor Swift record and debating Kendrick Lamar VS Drake, I’m filling that void of some new indie music from our great state. It’s got rock, country, and a whole lot ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Reviews by: Alexandra Haynes, Writer @xalexonlinex Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Grim Lot "Devil Music" Jaunty melodies swirl around the listener’s ear from this track’s bright open. Punchy pop-punk guitars go toe-to-toe with upbeat saxophone playing and whip behind pleasant, theatrical lead vocals. “Devil Music” would be right at home as part of a musical soundtrack - lyrics are sung with clean enunciati ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Reviews by: Alexandra Haynes, Writer @xalexonlinex Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Rabeca "Too Much" Jazzy saxophones are played extremely smoothly as Rabeca’s lead vocals dance up and down higher-pitched scales. Fluid, classy instrumentation features twinkling keys and the body of Rabeca’s full, five-piece band. “Too Much” is a gorgeous, vintage groove, utilizing a timeless sound to discussing modern over ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Review by: Emily D. Schmidt, Writer Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. The Doll Brawl of this past February will be returning for Volume 2 on Sunday, April 28 at 6 p.m. I had the privilege of meeting with the organizers to learn more about how the community-centered event came to be, the impact it had, and what future Doll Brawls may hold. What You Need To Know Like the first iteration, the Doll Brawl Volum ..read more

Subscribe to the Melodic Noise Newsletter * indicates required Email Address * Review by: Dani Erin, Writer @danierinmusic Edited by: Andrew Perrizo, Owner/Editor @PlaylistTC If you like what we are doing, please consider supporting us on Patreon, PayPal, or Venmo. Do you ever get the feeling that you should just hop into your car, turn your phone off and start driving with no GPS, just your intuition leading the way. You grab your favorite snacks (pizza flavored Combos and cool ranch Doritos obviously), fill the gas tank up and go. The only real question is what do you play on the radio. Th ..read more