Listening to the new DaLomonze EP, "Picture Day," is a study in deceptive portraiture. You’re told it’s about capturing a moment, a fixed smile for the world, documenting personal growth. The Cleveland artist’s vocals are certainly grand enough for a milestone, full-bodied and cinematic, with an orchestral sweep that feels both holy and expensive. But something is hiding in the gorgeous frame. It’s not...

Coming from New York City, Sean Kennedy is quickly becoming a prominent figure in the field of music. "Tell Me" is the first studio album by this multi-talented musician, in which he demonstrates his abilities as a vocalist, songwriter, and composer. Kennedy's love for music started early when he was only ten years old, and it has only grown stronger since then, especially when he...