It’s been a while since we wrote about Matt Saxton. Since June 2024, when we proudly celebrated ‘The Edge of Things’ as a “nostalgic yet hopeful gem”, a statement that we stand behind. In fact, it’s become a bit of a rule in Saxton’s artistic universe. You see, the English troubadour champions a highly meaningful […]

Something interesting seems to always happen at cultural crossroads. Take Isai Morales, for instance; embracing an eclectic hip-hop ethos highly infused by his Latin roots, the talented American producer and rapper uncovers a nocturne, liminal aural space, one that’s packed with fearless rap allure and soulful sample work. Whichever way you look at it, there’s […]

It’s good to have Shervin Boloorian back with new music. Writing about his previous effort, ‘My Free Heart’, just over a month ago, we proudly celebrated the project as “penning relatable, poignant records with empowering lyricism and meditative arrangements.” In reality, Boloorian is much more than just a songwriter and a creative. Iranian-born and now […]

A song that will connect with all the broken-hearted out there, ‘Ghosts’ marks our point of entry into Steven Bonaventure’s artistic universe. Boasting luscious, evocative vocals and a high degree of lyrical introspection, the talented British troubadour writes about what he knows; in this case, that means reflecting on the emotional baggage of a failed […]

We approach ‘A Mass in the Water’ with a certain reverence and respect. You see, the album emerges from a place of deep pain and emotional confusion, as Belgian creative WHOLES slowly come to terms with his father’s suicide, seeking suitable answers to an indescribable tragedy. What follows are nine pieces packed with dystopian, striking […]

The keen reader might remember Becca James from a feature we published earlier this year, praising ‘God in Chains’ as a “grandiose, luscious piece that’s as intriguing and hypnotising as it is grounding and empowering”. We stand by our words, as we dive once again into the British songstress’s transformative artistry. Out today, timely released […]

The reader might not know this, but Seven Nation Army have quite a long history behind them. They were around during the Myspace Era, for instance. They witnessed the power of virality before anyone else, with their digital presence helping them reach a loyal audience in the US and Europe. That was 2007, and after […]

We appreciate the authentic, simple ethos behind Norine Braun’s latest album, ‘A Hero In The Wind’. You see, the Canadian singer-songwriter doesn’t strive for perfection; instead, she strives for personal expression and meaningful lyricism, aiming to craft material that connects with listeners on a deeper level. Safe to say, she’s rather successful in such an […]

The keen reader might remember Israeli musician Eyal Erlich from a feature we published earlier this year, praising ‘All in All’ as “showcasing Eyal’s heightening musicianship and artistic sensibility, with a long intro that sets a nocturne, intense and understated vibe”. We stand by our words; championing a diverse and eclectic indie-rock character, the talented […]

In rock’n’roll history, the combo guitar/drums has always produced some incredible duos. From The White Stripes to The Black Keys, there’s something incredibly euphoric and charming in two committed people embracing minimalism and creativity. Of course, we are not referring to actual minimalism, just a functional one. You see, limitations are often the needed spark […]

‘A New Year’s Wish’ takes the cake as the first holiday record to be featured by Mesmerized in 2025. Yet, it’s an unconventional offering, a piece that balances heartwarming seasonal songwriting with boundary-pushing pop-rock character. As such, the record feels quite daring and bold, as striking as the talent behind the song, young songstress Amelina. […]

Listen, this is not the kinda record you should overthink. Of course, it carries a certain amount of lyrical layers and contextual storytelling, yet its strength lies in the tender, gentle aural allure delivered by Welsh troubadour Louis O’Hara. Simply put, ‘A Peaceful Kind of Fun’ is soothing and hypnotic, a slice of slow-moving, quaint […]