Kent Owens, a name that sounds like it should be on a library card next to “Hemingway,” but instead it's on the digital shelf next to my slightly messy playlist. This Cambridge-based creator of soundscapes – I’m resisting calling them songs, but…well – just released “Fade Away,” a single that feels like an open window after a long winter. It’s a soft rock hum...

London's Finest Darren Mason blends genres and emotions in an album 'Hope + Fury' that's as real as it's dreamy. A musician with extraordinary skill, Darren Mason, has recently risen within the dynamic music scene of London, which is well-known for its wide range of musical styles. Mason is able to combine parts of rock, hip-hop, and pop with exceptional skill, which results in a distinct...