Ainsley Costello: Big Hooks, Bigger Future
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Bijan MarashiTruth be told, after I scheduled my interview with 21-year-old Nashville singer-songwriter Ainsley Costello, I had second thoughts. Not about her—her music struck me as both well-crafted and heartfelt, with an authenticity in her songwriting that many artists work years to find. And I thought (rightly so) that chatting with her would be…
New Music from Tamar Berk!
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Bijan MarashiTamar Berk has always had a knack for crafting guitar pop with a slightly offbeat edge, a skill she honed during her days with Starball. Her solo work has taken that talent even further, showcasing the confidence of an artist fully in control of her music from start to finish. This is…
Welcome to Summer – Let ‘Er Rip!
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Bijan MarashiIn an age of streaming, where skipping tracks is the norm, finding an album that hooks you from start to finish is a rare gem. Mark Ward’s latest release, “Let ‘Er Rip,” is making waves in Power Pop circles, and it’s easy to see why. The album is a vibrant mix of…