Los Frankies-Dog City

Got sent this new single by Los Frankies last week and flagged it because it sounded like something I’d be into. Completely forgot about it until today, but guess what-I was right! It is definitely something I’m into. This is the second single from the LA-based group comprised of Frankie Clarke (Frankie & The Studs), Frankie Salazar, Miles Deiaco, and Davide Cinci ahead of their … Continue reading Los Frankies-Dog City

Calby-Deeper Love

2026 has begun with a lot of negativity (most of which is carried over from the constant negativity of 2025 that started right around January 20th). Finally, we’ve received some light to shine through the darkness with the new single from the Copenhagen-based artist, Calby. “Deeper Love” is a reminder of the joys to be had with a great partner. There is no greater feeling … Continue reading Calby-Deeper Love

Music.Defined.’s Top 25 of 2025

2025 was another great year for music. Some surprises, some disappointments, and some artists proving that they can deliver over and over again. Quite a few new names making the final top 25 this year, including our number 1, which shot to the top of the charts after a single listen. I’ve included some Bandcamp links where possible. I had to give up on YouTube … Continue reading Music.Defined.’s Top 25 of 2025

Portugal. The Man at Salt Shed 11-22-25

It’s been a while since I would say I was really a Portugal. The Man fan. I got into them when In The Mountain In The Cloud came out, really liked them through their next album cycle, and then just kinda forgot about them. I was reminded, fortunately, when they released a song with Black Thought from The (legendary) Roots and Natalia Lafourcade in 2023. … Continue reading Portugal. The Man at Salt Shed 11-22-25