Climbing PoeTree’s Creative Force Serves a True Purpose

popmag000463-climbingpoetree

In a time that feels like ongoing trauma with insurmountable obstacles throughout the world, the sistas of Climbing PoeTree have become a source of strength within those fighting the good fight. With their moral compass securely centered, they are certain that they are a part of something bigger than themselves, … Continue Reading →

Review: Father John Misty – Pure Comedy

popmag000462-purecomedy

Here’s the lowdown: if you have (and love) Father John Misty’s previous couple of albums, go ahead and buy this one too. It is good. Not quite as enjoyable as his previous ones, but good nonetheless. If, on the other hand, you’re not familiar with any Father John Misty and … Continue Reading →

Alexandra Savior – Belladonna Of Sadness

popmag000461-belladonnaofsadness

Singer and songwriter Alexandra Savior releases her debut album “Belladonna Of Sadness”. The now 21-year-old artist hailing from Portland, Oregon, moved to Los Angeles in 2013 to focus on her music after graduating from high school. Alexandra Savior has been highly praised since she was discovered, but had a hard … Continue Reading →

Michelle Branch – Hopeless Romantic

popmag000460-hopelessromantic

Michelle Branch is set to release her third studio album, titled “Hopeless Romantic”. The pop rock artist from Arizona rose to fame in the early 2000s, having just turned 18 when she released her debut album, “The Spirit Room”, and two years later her sophomore album, together selling almost 4 … Continue Reading →

Review: Leela James – Did It For Love

popmag000459-diditforlove

Everybody doesn’t have to be the same type of artist to be successful. This is Leela James’ philosophy on the music industry she still finds challenging to navigate after over ten years in the business. Regardless, this month she releases her sixth studio album, Did It For Love, a follow-up … Continue Reading →

Review: Y’Akoto – Mermaid Blues

popmag000458-mermaidblues

The blues that the sultry Ghanaian-German songstress Y’Akoto radiates has matured into its next incarnation of musical whimsy on her third studio recording, Mermaid Blues. Whereas 2014’s Moody Blues explored the duality of her West African and European roots, this year Y’Akoto transcends the troubled seas of love and acceptance … Continue Reading →

Jennifer Paige – Starflower

popmag000457-starflower

Pop star Jennifer Paige has released her fourth studio album, entitled “Starflower”. Paige, who is best known for her 1998 smash hit “Crush”, returns with a Kickstarter-funded record that contains a number of really good pop tunes. Entirely written and produced by Jennifer Paige and Jeremy Bose, the album’s best … Continue Reading →

Jamiroquai – Automaton

popmag000456-automaton

British funk band Jamiroquai releases their eighth studio album today. The new LP, entitled “Automaton”, is their first album release in seven years and features the hit single “Cloud 9”. The Grammy Award winning group around lead singer Jay Kay is touring Europe and Asia over the course of the … Continue Reading →

Kevin Ross – The Awakening

popmag000455-theawakening

“The Awakening”, debut album by R&B singer Kevin Ross, has been released. Ross, who went through personal struggles after a first wave of success ebbed off and had him questioning what comes next, emerges stronger than before and ready to shine with an album that stands out. The singles “Long … Continue Reading →

Maurice Brown – The Mood

popmag000454-themood

Trumpeter Maurice Brown has released his new album, titled “The Mood”. A truly remarkable, soulful, jazz-infused record, containing mostly instrumental tracks and a few songs with vocals. The inspiring first single featuring singer Chris Turner and spoken word poet J. Ivy is called “Destination Hope”. “Stand Up” is the second … Continue Reading →