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Illustrate Magazine is an independent online music magazine covering a wide range of global alternative, pop, underground and experimental music. We celebrate and interrogate the most visionary and inspiring, subversive and radical, marginalized and undervalued, past and present in the realms of avant rock, electronic music, hip-hop, heavy metal, new jazz, improvised music, modern composing, tradi

tional music, and much more. Passionate, intelligent, and provocative, this magazine is dedicated to battling the mundane and the mediocre. It’s based in the US, but it serves an international readership.

Hold Fast by Shawn Brown: ReviewShawn Brown’s new single “Hold Fast” from his upcoming EP Into the Furious Light reveals...
02/11/2024

Hold Fast by Shawn Brown: Review

Shawn Brown’s new single “Hold Fast” from his upcoming EP Into the Furious Light reveals his signature style in an uplifting yet introspective track that navigates themes of resilience and hope. With the acclaimed producer, Grecco Buratto’s production and Steve Drizos' engineering touch, “Hold Fast” gains from experienced hands and comes out polished yet raw, a perfect blend of authenticity and musical craftsmanship. Read more...

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Through This Tonight by  : ReviewFrom With Friends and Imperfections, Maverick Smith’s ambitious debut album featuring 2...
02/11/2024

Through This Tonight by : Review

From With Friends and Imperfections, Maverick Smith’s ambitious debut album featuring 22 musicians, "Through This Tonight" shines as a raw anthem of resilience and unity. The song opens with hard-hitting, rhythmic beats that grab hold from the start, and gritty guitar melodies drive an infectious groove throughout. Read more...

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Désynchronisés by Gianni Bodo: ReviewMontreal's multilingual rock artist Gianni Bodo delivers a heartfelt performance in...
02/11/2024

Désynchronisés by Gianni Bodo: Review

Montreal's multilingual rock artist Gianni Bodo delivers a heartfelt performance in “DĂ©synchronisĂ©s,” a pop-rock anthem that confronts the emotional turmoil of a love gone awry. In this single, Bodo channels the resignation and longing that accompany a fractured relationship, connecting the concept of severed ties to the desynchronization of two souls. Read more...

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SIS (She’s Something) by The Real KARMA Club: ReviewMemphis, TN trio girl group KARMA’s track, “SIS (She’s Something)” f...
02/11/2024

SIS (She’s Something) by The Real KARMA Club: Review

Memphis, TN trio girl group KARMA’s track, “SIS (She’s Something)” from the latest EP, SIS, celebrates strength, unity, and unapologetic self-assurance. This empowering anthem opens with catchy, hook-laden guitar lines and a soulful and confident chorus, instantly setting a vibe of camaraderie and sisterhood among the trio from Memphis, TN. Read more...

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ontherun by Horsebread: ReviewThe duo—childhood friends Sam McLeod and Andrew Frazier—horsebread’s latest release, “onth...
02/11/2024

ontherun by Horsebread: Review

The duo—childhood friends Sam McLeod and Andrew Frazier—horsebread’s latest release, “ontherun,” brings a haunting yet captivating experience that dives deep into addiction and the rocky road to recovery and coping. The band channels a unique blend of Radiohead’s introspective style and Muse’s punchy synth bass into an indie rock track that’s both immersive and thought-provoking. Read more...

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"Newports" by Emma Rae Feat.   and  : ReviewEmma Rae’s latest single, "Newports,” delves into the emotional intricacies ...
02/11/2024

"Newports" by Emma Rae Feat. and : Review

Emma Rae’s latest single, "Newports,” delves into the emotional intricacies of love, loss, and the unspoken tension within relationships. A graduate of Berklee College of Music and a rising alt-pop artist in NYC, Emma Rae crafts a reflective, story-driven piece, with Chicago-based artist Aleem adding a complementary perspective, and Tyler LeVander’s production enhancing the atmosphere with rich, layered textures. Read more...

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH Laura Musgrave MusicLaura Musgrave has garnered significant industry recognition for her work, ...
01/11/2024

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW WITH Laura Musgrave Music

Laura Musgrave has garnered significant industry recognition for her work, including recent consideration for the prestigious GRAMMY Awards¼ in the categories of Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song. She took home the ‘International Female Single of the Year (Gold Award)’ at the 2023 International Singer-Songwriters Association (ISSA) Awards and was nominated for Rising Star of the Year at the 2024 Josie Music Awards in Nashville, USA. Check out the exclusive Interview below...

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Takin' It Easy by Kelsey DiMarco and Lisa Butler Music: ReviewKelsey and Lisa breathe fresh life into Lacy J. Dalton’s c...
01/11/2024

Takin' It Easy by Kelsey DiMarco and Lisa Butler Music: Review

Kelsey and Lisa breathe fresh life into Lacy J. Dalton’s classic, “Takin' It Easy,” infusing it with a relaxed, summery vibe perfect for escaping the daily grind. Originally penned by songwriting legends Billy Sherrill, Mark Sherill, and Dalton herself, the song tells a timeless tale of seeking a peaceful escape, ideal for unwinding or that long-awaited beach getaway. Read more...

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Adore by Jungaji: ReviewJungaji’s latest single, “Adore,” released on October 18, is a heartfelt tribute to love’s simpl...
01/11/2024

Adore by Jungaji: Review

Jungaji’s latest single, “Adore,” released on October 18, is a heartfelt tribute to love’s simple pleasures and the soul-deep connections that keep it alive. With an orchestral blend of captivating melodies and rhythmic beats, Jungaji invites listeners into a warm, immersive celebration of companionship and commitment. Read more...

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American Polemic by Eric Coomer Music: Album ReviewEric Coomer’s latest album, American Polemic, is a searing musical ex...
01/11/2024

American Polemic by Eric Coomer Music: Album Review

Eric Coomer’s latest album, American Polemic, is a searing musical exploration of the current U.S. sociopolitical climate, released just in time for the 2024 election year. Through a fusion of post-punk, thrash, fuzz rock, trap, orchestral flourishes, and catchy pop hooks, Coomer crafts a concept album that critiques Trumpism, chaos, and the polarized landscape that fuels it. Read more...

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Ski Mask by Love Ghost x Skold: Review"Ski Mask," the latest single by Love Ghost and Skold, dives into the dark themes ...
31/10/2024

Ski Mask by Love Ghost x Skold: Review

"Ski Mask," the latest single by Love Ghost and Skold, dives into the dark themes of addiction and inner conflict through a gothic, industrial rock soundscape. This intense track offers a visceral reflection on desperation and the self-destructive paths one may take to pursue fleeting desires, encapsulating the aftermath of a metaphorical war within. Read more...

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SL EP 3 by  : EP ReviewHailing from Wirral, England, Shaun Lewis captures rock ‘n’ roll’s raw spirit with his latest EP,...
31/10/2024

SL EP 3 by : EP Review

Hailing from Wirral, England, Shaun Lewis captures rock ‘n’ roll’s raw spirit with his latest EP, SL EP 3. With modest production, this project demonstrates Lewis’s commitment to honest songwriting and visceral vulnerability, where each track shines with its own story, emotion, and relatable themes and brings out the best of the artist. Read more...

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Luv 1 by SUUNCAAT: ReviewMontreal-based artist SUUNCAAT returns with her fifth single, “Luv 1,” an intense metapop explo...
31/10/2024

Luv 1 by SUUNCAAT: Review

Montreal-based artist SUUNCAAT returns with her fifth single, “Luv 1,” an intense metapop exploration that combines haunting atmospheres with hard-hitting beats and a darkly introspective edge. Known for her genre-bending style, SUUNCAAT delivers an immersive soundscape that’s both infectious enough for Halloween. Read more...

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Ride or Die by  : Review"Ride or Die," the latest single from Another State, brings together the UK's pop-country scene ...
31/10/2024

Ride or Die by : Review

"Ride or Die," the latest single from Another State, brings together the UK's pop-country scene in a bold, high-energy anthem celebrating friendship, weekend revelry, and the thrill of romance. The four-piece band—Sean Ryder Wolf, Paul McDowell, James Gibson, and Dave Staton—have honed a genre-blending sound, drawing from influences like Post Malone, Taylor Swift, and even BeyoncĂ©, to create a unique crossover style that balances pop polish with raw country rock. Read more...

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Late Blooming by  : EP ReviewLate Blooming is the mesmerizing debut EP by Rose Rutledge, the Brooklyn-based artist behin...
30/10/2024

Late Blooming by : EP Review

Late Blooming is the mesmerizing debut EP by Rose Rutledge, the Brooklyn-based artist behind the solo project Late Blooming. Known for her skills as a producer, singer-songwriter, and "rogue flutist," Rutledge weaves elements of Lofi ambient and electro-pop in this introspective EP that celebrates the beauty of maturing at one's own pace and embraces both the lost branches of unfulfilled potential and the buds of new growth. Read more...

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My Own God by  : ReviewDeltawelle’s new single "My Own God" is a fresh dive into self-belief and inner resilience. Based...
30/10/2024

My Own God by : Review

Deltawelle’s new single "My Own God" is a fresh dive into self-belief and inner resilience. Based between Berlin and Leipzig, this new wave quartet engages us with vitriolic rhythmic intensity and thoughtful lyrics, inspired by their indie and punk influences. The track explores how we can craft a life that’s fulfilling and joyful, using past mistakes as stepping stones rather than burdens. Read more...

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Glitch by Marble Mammoth: ReviewStockholm-based rock outfit Marble Mammoth returns with "Glitch,” a bold and introspecti...
30/10/2024

Glitch by Marble Mammoth: Review

Stockholm-based rock outfit Marble Mammoth returns with "Glitch,” a bold and introspective single released on October 11. The track is a biting commentary on society's obsession with validation, exploring how people often lose their identities by manipulating them to fit others’ eyes. "Glitch" marks the first release from their forthcoming EP Misty Days, setting an enticingly moody tone for what listeners can expect. Read more...

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