In this field, Carson Ferris is a formidable opponent and must be taken seriously. Because of his one-of-a-kind musical style, deep love for music, and unflinching commitment to perfecting his craft, he is quickly becoming a rising star in the music industry. This young singer-songwriter was born and raised in Provo, Utah, and began playing the guitar at the tender age of six. He has...

Allan Jamisen’s new single, “Living the Dream,” settles in not with a shout, but with the unsettling quiet of finding oneself utterly lost in familiar territory. It’s pop-rock, sure, the label fits loosely enough, but the air hangs thick with something else. Jamisen’s vocals, subterranean and strangely calm, anchor the track. They don't soar; they resonate, like the hum you feel through the floorboards...