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24Oct

By SimonNo Comments

Music

Master Peace Revolution’s ‘Left of Normal’ Challenges the Status Quo

Master Peace Revolution is redefining hard rock music with its new single, "Left of Normal." This debut single sets the stage for their upcoming album, Fate or Destiny. Arriving in early 2025, it promises to be a complete sensory experience. "Left of Normal" isn’t just another track. It’s part of a broader narrative, blending music and visuals. The band wants listeners to truly experience the sound, not just hear it. They aim to create an immersive journey that demands full attention. Every chord, lyric, and visual element serves a purpose. The story follows a character living “left of normal,” a clown working odd jobs. He’s manipulated by the political system, representing a society controlled by "political clowns." The narrative reveals how everyone is trapped in a circus, with hid...

John Conlin Drops Heart-Wrenching Dance-Pop Anthem “Kissing Other Girls”

13Sep

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

John Conlin Drops Heart-Wrenching Dance-Pop Anthem “Kissing Other Girls”

In the ever-evolving landscape of dance-pop, John Conlin stands out as an artist whose honesty and emotional depth infuse every beat with meaning. Hailing from Toronto, Canada, and now based in Los Angeles, Conlin has a unique ability to pair infectious melodies with raw, introspective lyrics. He’s the kind of artist who can make you dance and cry at the same time—and that’s precisely what he’s achieved with his latest single, “Kissing Other Girls,” set to drop on September 13, 2024. Conlin’s musical journey began early. At just four years old, he was already experimenting with the piano, and it didn’t take long before he started to compose his own music. Teaching himself production on a laptop, he quickly developed an ear for crafting the kind of hooks that stick with you long after th...

10Aug

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Interviews

Artist Spotlight: Shark4Sale

If you’re looking for a new artist to check out, then you’ve come to the right place: in this edition of 'Artist Spotlight', MendoWerks Magazine sat down with Swiss wave artist, Shark4Sale. You may recognize Shark4Sale from his releases with Liquid Ritual, Tribal Trap, and Wave City - or perhaps, through his participation in a few years’ worth of wave wardubs on SoundCloud. If you’re unfamiliar with Shark4Sale, then get yourself ready for some music that is perfect for feelsy, crying-in-the-club moments. In other words, one of the most intriguing things about his music is that no matter how much drama Shark4Sale manages to pack into a given song, there’s still this lovely, soothing undercurrent that’s present through much of his work. After spending some time with his discogra...

HMU on Music, Collaboration, Dont Die At Work, and More. [Exclusive Interview]

9Aug

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Interviews

HMU on Music, Collaboration, Dont Die At Work, and More. [Exclusive Interview]

Get ready to meet the Los Angeles-based electronic music producer HMU. Known for his unique blend of bass, hip-hop, twerk, and trap music, HMU is not only a great musician, but he’s also a graphic designer and the founder of Dont Die At Work, an online music community turned music label. HMU's most recent release is a grimy collaboration with London-based emcee, KXNE, called “Pages." It was released via FUXWITHIT earlier this summer. Check the new single out below. Previously a SoundCloud-based music collective, HMU recently relaunched Dont Die At Work as a full-fledged independent music label at the end of 2022. Through the label, he seeks to spotlight up-and-coming, boundary-pushing musicians as well as continue to foster an online community for artists. As as experienced des...

17Jul

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Interviews

Artist Spotlight: AYDO8

If you’re looking for a new artist to check out, then you’ve come to the right place: in this edition of 'Artist Spotlight', MendoWerks Magazine sat down with California-based multi-genre electronic music producer AYDO8. After spending some time with his discography, I can honestly say that AYDO8 jumped very quickly into my “Top 5 Wave Artists That I Need To See Live ASAP”–especially for an all-original set. It’s just banger after banger after banger. One thing that’s most notable is that AYDO8 truly knows how to maximize the dramatic impact of his vocal samples, like in “To The Edge.” Most recently, he released “Buried (waiting for you)” on Alter/Ego. which also displays this expert use of samples. Another personal favorite is his 2022 DEKTORA release, “Lets Go“. As a die-hard N...

A Relatable Tale: Let’s Watch the Music Video for “Alcohol You Now” by Jim Camacho

15Jul

By Charlotte MooreNo Comments

Features, Music

A Relatable Tale: Let’s Watch the Music Video for “Alcohol You Now” by Jim Camacho

A musical legend returns - earlier this month, Jim Camacho released a new single, "Alcohol You Now," via Dark Spark Music. In even more exciting news, the music video for this song just dropped today. With this new single, Jim Camacho combines his storytelling prowess with extraordinary Americana vibes, resulting in a song that captures the feeling of 'having a few brews with the boys and getting into some trouble' to a Twisted Tea... get it? Even if this isn't your usual genre of choice, I highly recommend checking this song out. I would especially recommend checking out the music video, which only adds to the great chaotic energy of the whole ordeal. The video also has a lot of charm, and features great cameos throughout. You can watch the video for "Alcohol You Now" on YouTube,...

On Repeat: The Intoxicating Feeling of Twenty One Pilots

7Jul

By Ethan WylanNo Comments

Features, Music, Reviews

On Repeat: The Intoxicating Feeling of Twenty One Pilots

When I was twelve, I really started to get into music. I started feeling it more than hearing it - emotions I didn't quite understand stirring in my chest, movement pulled from me by the chords and verses. I felt a connection to the artists I chose to put on, an invisible string tying them to me, tethered through relation. With that said, the first “alternative” band I got into was none other than Twenty One Pilots. The Intoxicating Feeling of Twenty One Pilots - A Reflection I used to have this app called Songza and that’s where I played my music from. On the app, there were playlists similar to Spotify that were sorted by genre or mood, resetting every day. I put one on shuffle, started cleaning my room, and let the music take me away. The first song was "Stressed Out" by Twen...

John Conlin is Giving Electropop Heartbreak in “I Die Again”

28Jun

By Charlotte MooreNo Comments

Features, Music, Uncategorized

John Conlin is Giving Electropop Heartbreak in “I Die Again”

Boy, do we have a treat for you, dear readers - electropop artist John Conlin released a new single today. If this latest season of Bridgerton isn't getting you deep enough into your feels, then perhaps a few spins of "I Die Again" will. Or, at the very least, this song will get you up and dancing. And who couldn't use a little more dancing in their lives right now? In short, listening to this song is a good way to let yourself feel sad and dance it off. All About "I Die Again" by John Conlin Despite being a song about heartbreak, "I Die Again" is, putting it simply, quite fun. One thing that really stood out after our initial listen is that through the delivery of his vocals, Conlin seems to relish in his pain, but shows no intentions of wallowing in it. Instead,...

11Jun

By Ambur MasenNo Comments

Features, Interviews

Artist Spotlight: LYFFE

If you're looking for a new artist to check out, then you've come to the right place: in this first edition of MendoWerks Magazine's 'Artist Spotlight' column, we are highlighting LYFFE, an up-and-comer in Chicago's underground electronic music scene. Something we really appreciate about LYFFE is that he creates music that actually gets people dancing--even if, like me, they aren't the sort of folks who often dance. Throughout his discography, you will find nothing but high energy tunes that are going to inspire movement in one way or another. At the same time, despite the energy, some of his tracks retain that particular kind of moodiness generally found in the slower, softer OG wave music that's best saved for a deep listening session rather than the dance floor. As LYFFE has rel...

Kings County Drop New Order’s “Blue Monday” Cover With Hard Rock Twist

12Apr

By SimonNo Comments

Features, Music

Kings County Drop New Order’s “Blue Monday” Cover With Hard Rock Twist

In the realm of music covers, New Order's 1983 hit single, "Blue Monday," has seen its fair share of interpretations. But this time around, Orlando's hard rock outfit, Kings County, has taken it upon themselves to give the iconic track a whole new lease on life. Kings County is comprised of Rob Dexter on vocals and bass, Steve Bell and Bill Kania on guitars, and Joe Lopez on drums. They're not shying away from the challenge of reinventing a classic. With heavy guitars, earthy drums, and aggressive modern vocals, they've breathed new life into the song while still paying homage to its New Wave roots. According to Dexter, the decision to tackle "Blue Monday" was driven by a deep appreciation for timeless music. He notes, "Great songs stand the test of time, and New Order's hit is no ex...