Tag: Avery Hellman

Unholy Polyrhythms: Outside Pedestrian’s “Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring”

A rubber band ball, meticulously constructed and then unceremoniously dropped, that's what Outside Pedestrian's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" feels like. Not the ball itself, mind you, but the brief, elastic snap of unexpected order being momentarily... let go. We know the Bach tune. It’s a holiday staple, often served up with a side of polite reverence. But here, Anthony Fesmire’s guitar, David Lockeretz’s...

Brett Will: A Fusion Maestro Crafting The Future Of Hip-Hop

There are always pioneers and innovators in the ever-expanding world of music. Canadian rapper Brett Will is one such performer; his music is a compelling blend of southern hip-hop and R&B soul with the energy of Toronto's hip-hop scene. Brett's broad experience in both Canada and the United States has helped him establish a unique style that appeals to fans all around the globe. The cooperation...

Ismay Paints The Landscape Of Americana-Folk Music With ‘Stranger In The Barn’

California's Own Ismay Paints the Landscape of Americana-Folk Music with Rich, Earthy Hues. California's golden vistas carry the reverberations of a heartfelt tone, which the...