British artist Jay Virdee released her first single, I Believe (In Me). The song is about self-confidence that shines through, proving others wrong about their perception of oneself. The music is Pop. It has a 90s vibe. The song has an upbeat sound. It starts with a lovely slow piano beat combined with some drums. The … Continue reading First Single Fridays: Jay Virdee I Believe (In Me)
Tag: Brit Pop
Queen’s First Album: 50th Anniversary
July 13, 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of Queen's first album - an eponym featuring Keep Yourself Alive and Doing Alright. Queen had been around for three years when their first album came out. By then, John Deacon was already with the group. The music is Hard Rock mixed with Heavy Metal and Progressive Rock. It's an exciting … Continue reading Queen’s First Album: 50th Anniversary
Ed Sheeran’s Heartfelt Album Subtract
British Pop star Ed Sheeran released a new album, Subtract ( - ), including a deluxe edition. The themes are love, hope, and grief. The music is Pop. The compositions are impressive in tonalities, mixing 70s-style folk and contemporary sounds. The guitar throughout the album gives it a cozy and folksy feel. The record has diverse styles … Continue reading Ed Sheeran’s Heartfelt Album Subtract
Ellen Williams’ Cinematic Homage Album Cinema
Welsh singer Ellen Williams release an album paying homage to songs from movies from different eras, including the most recent hit by Billie Eilish, No Time To Die. The music is Classical/Vocal. The operatic take on movie songs is impressive. The album follows the musical structure of original tunes but also with a Classical spin. For … Continue reading Ellen Williams’ Cinematic Homage Album Cinema
Ellen Williams’ Moving album Inspire
Welsh singer Ellen Williams released a new album entitled Inspire. It consists of covers of classic songs by artists and bands from different musical backgrounds. The music is Classical. The symphony orchestra is phenomenal throughout the album and did an excellent job taking a Classical spin on famous songs from We Are The Champions by Queen to The … Continue reading Ellen Williams’ Moving album Inspire