Have you ever felt like a lone sock in a dryer, tumbling endlessly, searching for its match, only to find... a button? That's a little how I felt listening to De/OS's (Taemin Kim's) new single, "Rise I." But in the best way possible. It's a swirling vortex of calm, a sonic kaleidoscope. The release is described as minimalist ambient, orchestral, zen…and yes, it’s all...

Folk rock duet Chucky Trading Co features CS Taber and Everett Young, two very gifted musicians whose individual styles and experiences are an excellent match. In 2021, they launched their first album, which had fifteen songs that explored universal human experiences like love and loss. Chucky Trading Co. stands out because of its ability to create emotionally resonant compositions, catchy tunes, and fascinating images. From the...