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Photo by Smitt E Smitty Sometimes you want a rock and roll song, and Little Billy Lost are the perfect band to provide that. The Boston band's latest single, "Tonight," is a slice of power pop that could be lifted straight from the 80's. It's a high energy rocker, with the type of guitar solos that rarely exist these days, but you definitely miss more than you realize. There are the roots of bands like Cheap Trick in "Tonight," and even though it might be inspired by songs from four decades ago, Little Billy Lost sound like a slightly updated version of that sound. This one is delightfully retro, and as fun as a power pop/rock song needs to be. Fred Pineau (guitar and vocals) says of his band's latest single: “I wanted to go for a real power-pop type of song with the more rock edge that we give everything. The lyrics I write I usually consider a short story, and I can see them play out in my head like a film: ‘Tonight’ is about a toxic relationship i...

Photo by Collin Heroux Nate Perry & Ragged Company were one of the biggest and most surprising discoveries for us at this year's Boston Calling. The Boston Americana outfit blew away everyone lucky enough to see them on the Orange Stage, and if you missed them, they just released a new single sure to clue you in on how great they are. "Tonight" is the definition of country-rock. It has all of the twang you need in a country song but with a rock edge and a fantastic guitar solo to boot. The band also injects some vocal harmonies that are sure to suck you in, along with some of the best written lyrics to come out of Boston this year. Plus, Perry's vocals have this amazing quality that is equal parts grit and smooth.  Nate Perry says of his latest single: “It was a fun song to write and it’s a fun song to play. The creativity that went into the whole song really illustrates how much we've been cooking lately. This song is a reminder that this band can blow the ro...

Sudanese-Canadian rapper Mouraine has released a new single that is a bit more mainstream hip hop than we normally cover, but the Edmonton based artist puts his own unique spin on the sound. "Tonight" has that laid back, R&B heavy sound that has taken over music lately, but Mouraine has such a natural charisma that comes through in the song that makes it impossible to resist. "Tonight" will remind you a lot of an artist like Childish Gambino with its accessibility, charm, and unique vibe that makes the song stand out from others in the genre. Mouraine says of his new song: "This song runs through a journey from my younger days. My humble beginnings trying to adjust and fit in a new country as a refugee reaching a place where I no longer had to worry about my safety and basic survival needs, but now I had to face new struggles. It's hard to dream big when the system is set up to limit you to a stereotype. being in a dilemma of feeling grateful but still ...