Maverick Smith’s “We Make Fire, They Make Smoke” lands not with a thud, but with the distinct, satisfying crackle of something catching alight. It’s a title that carries the grit of the Ohio Valley in its consonants, a resolute statement from a band – Paige Bosic on commanding vocals and rhythm guitar, Sean Boynes sculpting soundscapes on guitar, Jim Courtney’s intricate drumming, Charlie Kovach’s...

Misfit24th has a talent that only a few other rappers have: the ability to experiment with words and produce smart wordplay. The album "All Is Fair In Love & War" by the UK-based rapper is currently available, and the song "Indecisive Person" serves as the album's lead single. He freely acknowledges his indecision and refuses to censor himself. That's exactly what he does, and he also...