https://atwoodmagazine.com/author/lauren-hicks/ For the Love of Music Wed, 29 May 2024 19:45:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://atwoodmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/cropped-Atwood-Magazine-Circle-Logo-2020-32x32.png https://atwoodmagazine.com/author/lauren-hicks/ 32 32 68941247 https://atwoodmagazine.com/cadh-calder-allen-dreamers-drifters-and-hiders-album-interview-music-feature/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/cadh-calder-allen-dreamers-drifters-and-hiders-album-interview-music-feature/#respond Wed, 29 May 2024 19:15:21 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=197839 Austinite legacy, Calder Allen, discusses the release of his second LP ‘Dreamers Drifters and Hiders’ from Arlyn Studios.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/cadh-calder-allen-dreamers-drifters-and-hiders-album-interview-music-feature/feed/ 0 197839 https://atwoodmagazine.com/myjc-maya-j-chills-music-interview-feature/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/myjc-maya-j-chills-music-interview-feature/#respond Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:26:27 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=193502 Maya J brings a myriad of skills from her background as a violinist, actress and songwriter that showcase in thoughtful production of “Chills.”]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/myjc-maya-j-chills-music-interview-feature/feed/ 0 193502 https://atwoodmagazine.com/vplz-vinnie-paolizzi-interview-music-2024/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/vplz-vinnie-paolizzi-interview-music-2024/#respond Fri, 05 Jan 2024 12:30:13 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=190944 Nashville-based singer/songwriter Vinnie Paolizzi explores the realm of songwriting through intentional words that express his character in his debut album, ‘The Vinnie Paolizzi LP.’]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/vplz-vinnie-paolizzi-interview-music-2024/feed/ 0 190944 https://atwoodmagazine.com/jotr-johnny-orlando-the-ride-part-3-close-to-you-thinking-of-me-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/jotr-johnny-orlando-the-ride-part-3-close-to-you-thinking-of-me-song-review/#respond Sat, 16 Dec 2023 08:00:46 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=190237 Rising pop superstar Johnny Orlando’s multi-installment project continues with the release of ‘The Ride: Part 3,’ whose songs “Close to You” and “Thinking of Me” tell the musical journey of a first love.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/jotr-johnny-orlando-the-ride-part-3-close-to-you-thinking-of-me-song-review/feed/ 0 190237 https://atwoodmagazine.com/cmtc-charlie-mars-times-have-changed-album-interview-music-feature/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/cmtc-charlie-mars-times-have-changed-album-interview-music-feature/#respond Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:33:07 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=189683 ‘Times Have Changed’ is a painting of singer/songwriter Charlie Mars’ new life in the countryside with what he has learned about himself and his expression of music.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/cmtc-charlie-mars-times-have-changed-album-interview-music-feature/feed/ 0 189683 https://atwoodmagazine.com/rsvn-rosie-h-sullivan-in-my-nature-ep-interview-music-feature/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/rsvn-rosie-h-sullivan-in-my-nature-ep-interview-music-feature/#respond Fri, 24 Nov 2023 11:25:48 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=189355 Scottish singer/songwriter Rosie H Sullivan reflects a talent for storytelling in her sophomore EP ‘In My Nature’ looking into her upbringing through thoughtful lyricism and production.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/rsvn-rosie-h-sullivan-in-my-nature-ep-interview-music-feature/feed/ 0 189355 https://atwoodmagazine.com/idgb-bizzy-interview-music-feature-i-dont-get-breakups-2023/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/idgb-bizzy-interview-music-feature-i-dont-get-breakups-2023/#respond Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:09:11 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=189164 With transformative production and perspective, BIZZY reimagines her music in her second EP release, 'I Don’t Get Breakups,' following tour with pop duo FRENSHIP. ]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/idgb-bizzy-interview-music-feature-i-dont-get-breakups-2023/feed/ 0 189164 https://atwoodmagazine.com/aptm-anabella-paige-this-i-miss-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/aptm-anabella-paige-this-i-miss-song-review/#respond Fri, 15 Sep 2023 16:00:59 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=185885 17-year-old Anabella Paige features a timeless love letter in “This I Miss,” a reflection and appreciation for a relationship that was had then lost.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/aptm-anabella-paige-this-i-miss-song-review/feed/ 0 185885 https://atwoodmagazine.com/rhsc-rosie-h-sullivan-chapters-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/rhsc-rosie-h-sullivan-chapters-song-review/#respond Sun, 03 Sep 2023 21:12:28 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=185291 Scottish singer/songwriter Rosie H Sullivan bridges an appreciation for each season in “Chapters,” where she revisits an old song in a newfound light.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/rhsc-rosie-h-sullivan-chapters-song-review/feed/ 0 185291 https://atwoodmagazine.com/engl-east-nash-grass-last-chance-to-win-album-interview-music-feature/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/engl-east-nash-grass-last-chance-to-win-album-interview-music-feature/#respond Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:09:29 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=184510 Tennessee’s East Nash Grass presents individuals all from different bluegrass backgrounds, coming together for the second album of their own, ‘Last Chance to Win.’]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/engl-east-nash-grass-last-chance-to-win-album-interview-music-feature/feed/ 0 184510 https://atwoodmagazine.com/bzyt-bizzy-music-interview-2023/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/bzyt-bizzy-music-interview-2023/#respond Fri, 11 Aug 2023 14:59:06 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=184127 BIZZY’s latest singles “Out Loud” and “I'd Never Tell You” are full of storytelling and honest feelings – whether it be for heartbreak, love, or the moments in-between.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/bzyt-bizzy-music-interview-2023/feed/ 0 184127 https://atwoodmagazine.com/azdv-anieszka-divine-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/azdv-anieszka-divine-song-review/#respond Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:59:20 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=183971 Mauritian-Australian artist Anieszka builds vulnerability through rhythmic touches and reflection in “Divine.”]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/azdv-anieszka-divine-song-review/feed/ 0 183971 https://atwoodmagazine.com/niia-alfa-romeo-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/niia-alfa-romeo-song-review/#respond Sun, 30 Jul 2023 13:00:22 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=182934 Los Angeles-based singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Niia sets the stage for her fourth album ‘Bobby Deerfield’ with the single "Alfa Romeo," a metaphor for boldness in letting go.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/niia-alfa-romeo-song-review/feed/ 0 182934 https://atwoodmagazine.com/frsc-fractures-secret-song-review/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/frsc-fractures-secret-song-review/#respond Wed, 19 Jul 2023 16:07:48 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=182339 Melbourne-based artist Fractures showcases versatility and layers with “Secret,” a focus track off his intimate third album, ‘Shift.’]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/frsc-fractures-secret-song-review/feed/ 0 182339 https://atwoodmagazine.com/mw10-meet-our-writers-lauren-hicks/ https://atwoodmagazine.com/mw10-meet-our-writers-lauren-hicks/#respond Sun, 16 Jul 2023 21:47:18 +0000 https://atwoodmagazine.com/?p=182219 Music has always been a friend to Lauren Hicks, and writing has allowed her to express gratitude for that. Little tunes always catch her attention, sparking moments of interest and connection. Rather than talking about music all the time, she decided to write about it, too — creating more opportunity to share her love for it with others.]]> https://atwoodmagazine.com/mw10-meet-our-writers-lauren-hicks/feed/ 0 182219