Crawl by John Wars
Crawl by John Wars takes a softer route and lets the mood lead.
This pop rock-punk track doesn’t rush or shout. It stays calm, almost comforting, while still carrying forward energy. The melody is simple and easy to remember, the kind that sticks after one listen.
The lyrics lean toward inspiration rather than drama. You can tell the song wants to lift people up. The chorus repeats “Together we” more than expected, and while it can feel a bit much, it also locks in the message. Unity is the point, and the song commits to it fully.
Musically, it leans closer to soft rock. Relaxing guitars with steady rhythm. Nothing overwhelms the ear. The vocals fit the tone well. Smooth, controlled, and easy to sit with. They don’t push too hard, which keeps the track grounded and sincere.
Crawl feels like a pause instead of a punch. Something you play when you need encouragement without noise.
Over-Smart Scumbag by Miding
Over-Smart Scumbag by Miding doesn’t waste time being polite.
This track goes straight for the know-it-alls. The ones who talk loud, act smart, and miss the point. It’s a call-out, plain and simple. The song leans hard into punk rock energy. Gritty. Angry. Direct. Not heavy for the sake of being heavy, but sharp enough to sting. That classic punk attitude carries the whole track.
The melody sticks fast, and the chorus is easy to remember. You’ll catch yourself shouting it without thinking. That’s where the song really wins. It’s built to be loud, shared, and replayed.
Instrumentally, everything feels locked in. The band sounds confident and in control. The guitar solo deserves a real shoutout. It rips. Clean, aggressive, and perfectly placed. Not flashy for ego, just pure fire that lifts the whole track. You can tell they know exactly what they’re doing and don’t need to prove it.
Coming from the album Voices from a Fractured Mind, this track fits the theme well. It sounds like frustration finally given a voice.
If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at someone who thinks they know everything, this one’s for you.
River of Hatred by R. Prenholato
River of Hatred by R. Prenholato feels like an open wound that finally learned how to speak.
Written years ago during a heavy period of depression, this track carries real weight. You can hear that it comes from lived experience, not imagination. There’s vulnerability here, but also a quiet strength that keeps the song from sinking.
The sound leans into pop rock with a soft touch. The smooth vocals guide you through the emotion instead of overwhelming it. That restraint makes the lyrics hit harder.
The theme circles loneliness, desperation, and the need to get better even when everything feels like it’s collapsing. The chorus lands like a confession. Simple, honest, and hard to ignore. It says exactly what the song needs to say without dressing it up.
The production fits the mood perfectly. Clean, balanced, and professional. Every element supports the story instead of competing with it.
R. Prenholato writes like someone who understands pain but refuses to let it have the last word.
Lemuria by Silas Grime
Lemuria by Silas Grime asks for your time and actually earns it. At 7 minutes and change, this progressive rock track builds slow and smart. Each section feels placed on purpose, pushing the story forward instead of looping ideas.
The concept pulls from ancient apocalypse themes inspired by Graham Hancock, and you can feel that scale in the writing. It sounds curious, tense, and patient. The song doesn’t rush to impress. It waits until the right moment, then opens up.
At first, it feels like it might be instrumental. Then the vocals come in and flip the whole experience. They’re strong, controlled, and emotional without stealing focus from the music. They add weight instead of noise. The structure is where this track really shines. It keeps evolving. Just when you expect a repeat, it changes direction. That’s why the length works.
Nothing drags. Nothing feels stuck.
Lemuria is the kind of track that gets better with each listen. You notice more. You appreciate the restraint. If you think long songs are boring, this one wants to prove you wrong.
Remember The Days by The Arcade Lights
Remember The Days by The Arcade Lights feels like yelling memories out the car window with your friends. The track runs on pure pop-punk fuel. Fast tempo. Driving drums. Those classic guitar octaves that instantly pull you back to the early 2000s.
If you grew up on Blink-182, Neck Deep, or The Story So Far, this will feel familiar in the best way. What sets it apart is the vocal approach. Instead of the usual shouty punk delivery, the vocals stay smooth and controlled. Almost calm. That contrast works surprisingly well against the fast, energetic instrumentals. It gives the song a reflective edge without killing the momentum.
The melody is easy to grab onto, and the chorus hits that sweet spot between nostalgic and fun.
It’s bittersweet without feeling heavy. More “we’ve grown up” than “we’re stuck.”
This is the kind of song made for long drives, skatepark playlists, and screaming along even if your voice cracks a little. It knows exactly who it’s for and doesn’t overthink it. Remember The Days proves pop-punk can look back without sounding tired.
Spider On The Wall by Francesca Tarantino
Spider On The Wall by Francesca Tarantino moves slow but stays sharp.
The song sits in a sweet spot between slow rock and something jazz-leaning, but with real weight behind it. It grooves instead of rushing. Heavy without being loud. Relaxing in a way that still keeps you alert.
The vocals stand out immediately. Controlled, confident, and far beyond what you expect from someone her age. Knowing she’s only 17 makes it hit even harder. Francesca already sounds like an artist who knows exactly what she’s doing, and the recognition she’s getting makes total sense.
Lyrically, the spider metaphor works quietly and effectively. That feeling of fear. Of committing to something when you’ve already been hurt before. The spider just sits there, watching. Not attacking or leaving. Impossible to ignore. That tension gives the song its power. Nothing dramatic happens, yet everything feels heavy. You feel the hesitation in every line.
Spider On The Wall doesn’t try to impress with tricks. It holds your attention by being honest, patient, and thoughtful.
