Reviews

Snow Mantled Love: conversations

We’re not really critical of people who aren’t afraid to get mushy, as long as they can back it up with a riveting playlist. One good suggestion is the newest release by Ontario-based band Snow Mantled Love, entitled conversations.

Fightback

Fightback is a sidescrolling fighting game that follows the adventures of an ex-soldier who goes after thugs that abducted his sister. The story isn’t new as far as sidescrolling games are concerned, but developer Chillingo has upped the ante by making good use of touchscreen controls.

Allday: Euphoria

Allday enjoys his moment in the sun with his seven-track release titled Euphoria. The 22-year-old rapper based in Melbourne, Australia is an emerging name in the indie rap scene known for his witty yet eloquently structured masterpieces.

Hotspot Shield VPN

Hotspot Shield VPN is one of, if not the most popular VPN today, as this app from Anchorfree allows you to access websites that have been blocked in your network. So if you want access to such services like YouTube, Facebook, Netflix and Hulu but they’re blocked, you need this app.

Joshua Stephens: Wallingford

Joshua Stephens tend to write songs with a few common threads. Whether it’s an appreciation of his hometown or recalling childhood memories, the Cleveland, Ohio native has a habit of creating music that sounds like it’s a part of his flesh and soul.

Mechanic Mike: First Tune Up

Mechanic Mike First Tune Up is a game from TabTale that allows you to play virtual garage mechanic. By playing this game you can repair your car, paint it, and fine tune your vehicle any way you want it. With Mechanic Mike you have to be on top of your game and be ready always to repair cars.

Leah Reis-Dennis: Demo EP

The soul genre might be experiencing a resurgence, as proven by the various acts incorporating its styles onto their material. One of them is newcomer Leah Reis-Dennis, who, with her demo EP (aptly titled Demo), is devoted to bringing the ‘jazz’ cause a modern inflection which the new generation will likely devour.

Head Soccer

Head Soccer, published by D&D Dream Corp, is a fun game where you have to beat your opponent by using fancy strikes. This isn’t your typical soccer game, but the changes that have been implemented here make it easier and more enjoyable for casual gamers.

PacBoiTank: 6 Shots EP

Tank a.k.a. PacBoiTank recently released his latest musical project, 6 Shots. Tank uses his lyrical ability to translate his present struggles as a father and as an artist into his craft. This EP includes verses from fellow Austin emcees Kydd Jones, Deezie Brown and Lil Milez, as well as native Oregonian Cory Kendrix and Philadelphia’s Asaad AKA Saudi Money.