Portland-based singer-songwriter and theatre artist Benjamin Tissell returns with a beautifully crafted new album titled Quick Now Here Now Always — an emotionally rich, melodic collection that invites listeners into deep reflection, renewal, and lyrical storytelling. Drawing inspiration from T.S. Eliot’s “Four Quartets,” the album explores the surprising hope that can arise from endings, and the transformative power of surrender. Quirky yet grounded, playful yet profound, Tissell’s songwriting dances between contrasts with ease and intention. Across 11 live-recorded tracks, Quick Now Here Now Always showcases Tissell’s signature folk-rooted sound paired with bluesy undertones and a rock-tinged edge. His distinctive, powerful voice carries each song with conviction, echoing the emotional storytelling of artists like Billy Joel, David Gray, Ben Folds, Neil Young, and Hozier — all while maintaining a sound uniquely his own. With acoustic piano, rich guitar work, and an ear for melody, Tissell delivers songs that feel timeless yet refreshing, grounding yet elevated. What sets this album apart is its genuine soul and grit. In a world increasingly shaped by artificial production, Benjamin Tissell offers something authentic and human — raw emotion, lyrical depth, and the kind of melodic precision that can only come from years of live performance […]
Healing in Harmony: Amrit Ghatore Releases “Hold You in the Dark”
After a four-year hiatus, Amrit Ghatore is back — not to chase fame, but to offer healing. His new single isn’t just another pop release — it’s a cinematic, emotionally rich journey that gives voice to the unheard and hope to the emotionally worn. “I didn’t want to just write a song. I wanted to hold space for people who feel like they have to hold everything in. This is for them,” Ghatore shares. “Hold You in the Dark” is a modern epic pop ballad — mysterious, melodic, spine-tingling, and steeped in emotion. Featuring sweeping orchestral arrangements, delicate piano, and Ghatore’s raw, expressive vocals, it plays more like a whispered prayer than a commercial single. It’s a reminder that sometimes music isn’t about noise — it’s about silence being held. The accompanying music video deepens the experience, following a young woman navigating life in London while silently coping with inner wounds. Ghatore never appears with her on screen — a poignant symbol of how music can reach our hearts without ever standing in front of us. His presence is felt in every note, every lyric, every breath. As the video unfolds, the protagonist confronts her past and reconnects with her […]