SOUND CHECK
GiGi McCourt Expands the World of Coming Back to Me with New Singles, Visual Projects, and Upcoming Debut Album
New York singer-songwriter GiGi McCourt continues building momentum toward the release of her debut album Coming Back to Me, arriving June 2026, through a growing series of singles, music videos, and visually driven creative collaborations that position the project as more than a traditional album rollout. Recorded between Los Angeles and New York with producer Roger Greenawalt, Coming Back to Me introduces McCourt as a songwriter deeply rooted in atmosphere, emotional clarity, and narrative-driven pop. Across the project, she blends timeless musical influences with a contemporary perspective, creating songs that feel intimate, reflective, and visually evocative. The rollout began with […]
NYC Indie Band, The Wonder Licks, Release “I See Blue” A Bittersweet Americana Portrait of Love
The Wonder Licks return with their latest single, “I See Blue,” an upbeat roots ballad that explores the emotional complexity of loving someone whose world contradicts their own. “This one’s about a relationship that lives in contradiction,” notes lead singer Jacob. “There’s love there, but also insecurity, fear, and a sense of emotional imbalance.” The new single blends Americana textures with a raw, introspective edge. The narrative pulls listeners into a late-night haze, where longing, jealousy, and devotion blur into something harder to define. As it unfolds, tension gives way to a fragile sense of acceptance, capturing a cycle of […]
Ren Genevieve Shatters Rose-Colored Illusions in “Plangent Rose”
Pop artist Ren Genevieve returns with a captivating new single, “Plangent Rose.” Driven by a hypnotic synth and unshakable rhythm, she infuses her sharp lyricism into a vibrant track. The release, which comes from her upcoming EP Everything I Never Said, signals a bold new chapter in her constantly evolving sound and storytelling. “Plangent Rose” is out now on all platforms worldwide. “Plangent Rose” opens with lush, immersive textures, fueled by shimmering, ’80s-inspired dance-pop synths. Ren Genevieve’s soft vocals glide through the haze as a steady drumbeat pulls the listener into her dreamlike world. The pre-chorus builds momentum, sharpening both the energy […]
Tennessee’s Artists to Watch, Bay Simpson Builds on His Breakout Run on NBC’s The Voice
You missed it. That’s the feeling at the center of “Too Good To Be True,” and Bay Simpson doesn’t soften it—he leans all the way in with the release of the official music video, turning a fast-moving track into something sharper, heavier, and harder to shake. Already gaining traction, Simpson has been spotlighted by The Tennessean as one of Nashville’s artists to watch and added to Apple Music’s New in Rock playlist, building off his run on NBC’s The Voice, where he earned a chair turn from Adam Levine and advanced to the Battle Rounds. WATCH HERE “Too Good To […]
LPFM Advocacy Group Urges FCC to Modernize Rules
The Low Power FM Advocacy Group (LPFM-AG) has filed comments with the Federal Communications Commission urging regulators to recognize what it calls significant competitive disadvantages facing Low Power FM stations in today’s audio marketplace. The filing, submitted in response to the FCC’s proceeding on the state of competition in the communications marketplace, argues that LPFM stations should be evaluated separately from other radio services because of their unique role as nonprofit, community-originated broadcasters. In comments filed by Executive Director Dave Solomon, the organization said LPFM stations face mounting challenges from digital audio competition, rising operating costs, crowded spectrum conditions, and […]
Makenzie Phipps Honors Mothers Everywhere With New Single “Won’t Be Here Forever” — Out Today
Makenzie Phipps’ new single, “Won’t Be Here Forever,” arrives just in time for Mother’s Day as a heartfelt tribute to her mother, Angel. Written by Makenzie in honor of her mom, the song beautifully captures the importance of cherishing the moments and relationships that mean the most to us. While its release during Mother’s Day weekend makes the message especially meaningful, “Won’t Be Here Forever” is a touching reminder to appreciate loved ones year-round, though listeners may still want to keep a tissue nearby. “Won’t Be Here Forever” was premiered on Coffee, Country, & Cody on 650AM WSM and digitally by […]
Nick Moon Can’t Get A Grip In New Post-Punk Single “Bonfire City”
Back as abrasive as ever, Nick Moon returns screaming with his latest post-punk single, “Bonfire City,” off his upcoming record, Who is the Bone Man. Moon’s newest track oozes further into his punk influences, whining and waning throughout the 4-minute 18-second fever dream. “Bonfire City” is out now and available to stream on all major streaming platforms. Standing out above the illusive modge-podge of production, kitschy adlibs, and bombastic vocalizations by Nick Moon is the parallel play between the guitar and the bass. Dancing together in a twisted, ominously sensual string battle, they work together to keep “Bonfire City” grounded amidst Moon’s […]