Artists to Watch:
Jake’s Take’s Artists to Watch highlights up-and-coming recording artists who plan on shaking up the music industry. Here are this edition’s artists:
Til the end of time by Almost Monday
Almost Monday kicks off this edition of Jake’s Take’s Artists to Watch! The San Diego trio consists of vocalist Dawson Daugherty, guitarist Cole Clisby, and bassist Luke Fabry just dropped their second extended play: Til the end of time. From the first note of “live forever,” I was blown away by this trio’s superb sound. It is no wonder that they received high acclaim from Earmilk and GQ Australia. Til the end of time is a joy to listen to, and I cannot wait to see what Almost Monday does next! A
Tracks to Download: “live forever,” “hailey beebs,” “this is growing up,” & “til the end of time.”
6 Of a Billion -EP by Claire Rosinkranz
Countless media outlets such as American Songwriter and Billboard cannot stop talking about Generation Z singer-songwriter Claire Rosinkranz. Thanks to a massive following on Instagram and TikTok, Claire’s music has gone viral several times over the past two years. She recently dropped her second extended play: 6 Of a Billion. As I listened to the EP, her songs reminded me of the first time I heard Billie Eilish and Lorde. The songs are catchy, and Claire takes the D-I-Y method of music-making to the next level of excellence. I look forward to seeing how her career develops because Claire can have a lasting career. B+
Tracks to Download: “Pretty Little Things,” “Boy In A Billion,” “Fall Apart,” & “Frankenstein.”
Dangerous Levels of Introspection by JP Saxe
After writing tunes for Samantha Jade, Allie X, and Julia Michaels, Canadian singer-songwriter JP Saxe stepped into the spotlight as a singer-songwriter. His debut album, Dangerous Levels of Introspection, features some impeccable tracks that reflect our current state of the world. The lyrics are thought-provoking, and the production is slick. Also, keep an ear out for both Julia Michaels and Maren Morris, who collaborated with JP Saxe on two unique duets. B
Tracks to Download: “Like That,” “If the World Was Ending,” “Tension,” & “Line by Line.”
“The Living Years” by Audrey DuBois Harris
Audrey DuBois Harris is one vocalist that you need to keep your eyes on. She recently released a robust cover of Mike + The Mechanics’ “The Living Years.” Her phenomenal vocals raised the song to a whole new level of excellence. A+
“Wanderlust” by Dovley featuring Meaku
Los Angeles-based electronic-pop artist Dovley and Afrobeat R&B artist Meaku teamed up for a superb music jam. “Wanderlust” is the perfect track for any club mix or workout playlist because it features excellent beats and phenomenal vocals from both artists. B+
“Morning” by J.I.
Brooklyn native J.I. rounds out this edition of Jake’s Take’s New Music Reviews! The singer-rapper might have added another candidate for the “Song of the Summer 2021” title. “Morning” hits like a powerful gut punch with its lyrics and addictive hooks as J.I. bares his soul with the listener. A–
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