The opening notes of Liniker’s Zero seep out like moonlight on a river, and from that very first song — her band’s debut track — you are pulled into her velvet world.
With an aim to uplift, it is clear why she chose Rose in The Dark as the song for which the album is named after: the track has a nostalgic feel, with a flowing beat and sweet vocals that are as comforting as a spoonful of honey.
With influences from soul and reggae to jazz and gospel, Shan makes her music distinctive through an inspirational tone and a voice that holds the listener rapt.
In Better Than I Imagined, the listener floats on H.E.R.’s velvety “heys”, her voice syrupy over the clear notes of the piano keys and bright drum beats. There’s a mellow jazziness to the song that soothes despite its treatment of a conflicted relationship.
I just turned 21 last week, and what better way to celebrate being legal than to write an article on breweries?! Check out my latest Our State article, a guide to drinking craft beers in the gorgeous Appalachians. Ale Trails: Western https://www.ourstate.com/ale-trails-western/ Thanks to BEER NC, a complete roundup of North Carolina’s breweries is just a few taps away on your mobile device. This fall, we’re making the experience even easier with our regional ale trail series. Designed to help you…
This semester, I’m an editorial intern for Our State magazine. I’ve always loved Our State‘s sweet, evocative style and insider travel tips, so I’m thrilled to be working there. I’m learning so much about the industry, and also about the different people and places I write about, from hydroponic lettuce farms to artisanal spice shops. Our State, classes, extracurriculars and work have definitely kept me busy, which is why I haven’t updated my travel blog in a while! However, if…