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James M LaRocque’s “TDS” Delivers a Sharp Rock Commentary on Ego and Self-Importance

James M LaRocque doesn't disguise the message behind "TDS." The Minneapolis multi-instrumentalist sets his sights on the kind...

thisaktmusic 26 Jun, 2026

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The Cosmetics’ “Newcomers” Showcases the Indie Rock Spirit That Defined a Generation

“Newcomers” stands as one of the songs that first introduced The Cosmetics to Mexico's alternative rock landscape, and nearly two decad...

thisaktmusic 26 Jun, 2026

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Dema Raye’s “How Do You Do It?” Turns Heartbreak on the Dance Floor into an Alt-Pop Triumph

Dema Raye captures one of modern dating's most painfully familiar moments on “How Do You Do It?” Inspired by the emotional contradictio...

thisaktmusic 26 Jun, 2026

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“Hours Of Indigo” EP Sees Angel Ayinde Turn Late-Night Emotions into Captivating R&B

Angel Ayinde wastes no time establishing the identity of Hours of Indigo. The five-track EP immediately draws listeners into a world where ...

thisaktmusic 24 Jun, 2026

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Keesha Blair’s “Truth Always Shows Its Face” Finds Freedom Through Honesty, Healing, and Self-Trust

With “Truth Always Shows Its Face,” songwriter and creative director Keesha Blair delivers a soulful reflection on one of life's most d...

thisaktmusic 24 Jun, 2026

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Esteban Obando’s “Montreal (Feeling it All)” Turns Nostalgia into an Intimate Lo-Fi Portrait of Memory.

“Montreal (Feeling it All)” serves as a heartfelt introduction to Esteban Obando's Tiny Pieces of Tape vol.1, revealing an artist who h...

thisaktmusic 24 Jun, 2026

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Jon Gold’s “Our Love Blooms in Bossa” Celebrates Love Through Authentic Brazilian Jazz Elegance

With “Our Love Blooms in Bossa,” composer and pianist Jon Gold continues his lifelong dialogue with Brazilian music by delivering a composi...

thisaktmusic 24 Jun, 2026

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