Oh man, looking back, I never realized how much I missed the 2017-2018s style of Brony rock/metal, where names like PrinceWhateverer, Blackened Blue, Sable Symphony, Bronikoni, and more dominated the scene, transitioning the genres to what they are today & inspiring the next generation of rock musicians. While those days are over and the blanket rock genre has naturally evolved because of it, I can’t help feeling a twinge of nostalgia for one of my favorite eras of the genre while listening to this song by SnowShovel. Featuring the legendary team up of PrinceWhateverer on vocals and Blackened Blue on the screams, this song has all the energy and agency that has me banging my head along, especially at the driving chorus. And I can’t give the midway transition into & through the guitar break enough praise either! It’s a whole different energy, and one that you have to experience for yourself to understand.
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Jacqueling – Ария Луны/Luna’s Aria (ft. Rem) | Punk Rock
Punk rock, Russian lyrics, and Princess Luna, three things that I never expected to be merged together, but here we are with Jacqueling’s newest song. Let me say first and foremost that this song absolutely slays! Jacqueling has always been one of those artists that brings the energy and this one is no exception. Add on Ren’s angsty vocals & screams and you have a perfect song to excite all your senses.
Blackened Blue – Villain (Cover) | Metal
Ohoho~ Let’s indeed get villainous! This cover performed by Blackened Blue brings forth Opaline’s song in a more metal fashion, and it is marvelous! Truly, the pleasure-ability and joyfulness to be evil has never felt better. Next to the fact, that it feels good to see G5 getting some love. This cover is a great piece of work, and it’s HIGHLY recommended for those who share a passion for villainy and evilness. Great work, Blackened Blue. I look forward to writing for you again!
El Nulevoe – Power Metal Cartoon Horse (The Remakening) | Power Metal
METALBRONY – Call Me Broken | Pop Metal
The insanely amazing vocals of Celica Soldream are on full display with this powerful rock track about our favorite hornless unicorn. Using their metal moniker, METALBRONY unleashes this self-reflective moment of Tempest Shadow accepting her past and emboldening herself to move on. Celica’s strong, emotional vocals belt the powerful hook, telling her oppressor “THANK YOU” for their wrongdoings so she could finally understand she’s not “Broken”; you won’t be able to get this chorus out of your head (nor will you want to)!
My Band – Race On! | Pop/Pop Rock
Explicit lyric warning: some degenerate lyrics
What happens when you take 13 pony musicians, put them in a (discord) room and tell them to frankenstein a song within 14 days? A fascinating show of music talent from our fandom that is as awesome as it is crazy hopping from genre to genre. Want some funky pop? Starts right off with it! Some rock? They got you covered! Mix it up with a bit of rap? Hop right into this stitched together automobile of marvel! The ingredients used for this masterpiece of a hodgepodge may look weird laid out besides each other, but mixed together these all combine into a joyful experience and tribute to the creativity of all artists involved!
El Nulevoe – Power Metal Cartoon Horse 5: The Horsening | Thrash Metal
Explicit lyric warning: swearing
If you haven’t been paying attention to this Sombra series of tracks over the last year or so – you are missing out! This high-energy, multi-part story tells of the struggle and battle for the Crystal Kingdom from a relatively new fandom creator with a fascination for the evil Umbrum. Through driving, aggressive drums and fast guitar riffs/solos, “The Horsening” is sure to get your blood pressure pumping. The animation and lyric video is always a plus for following along with a laugh too!
Thrack – Start the Show (Feat. Jesh PK) [2024] | Pop Rock
A release from earlier this year, Thrack’s “Start the Show” is a warm and lovely song capturing Sunny’s spirit. It is structured like a pep talk to her self, with the lyrics mentioning her pushing through adversary to spread her message, with the chorus cleverly giving a nod to the movie’s own number, “gonna be my day.” Thrack’s voice is accompanied by Jesh PK’s vibrant piano and Thrack’s own guitar playing and sweetly soft drumming. This one’s sure to bring you happy vibes!
El Nulevoe – Power Metal Cartoon Horse 4: The Cartooning | Blackened Power Metal
Are you a fan of epic quests? Thrilling new lore? Roll playing games involving d20s? Then you, dearest filly, should tune into the latest installment of Power Metal Cartoon Horse! In this next edition of El Nulevoe’s series, Princess Celestia forms an alliance with the king of Griffonstone to retrieve… *checks notes* …hot sauce, and stop King Sombra in the process. Expect incredible story telling, shredding guitars, screaming vocals, and a ton of fun overall.
Blackened Blue – Stranger Changer | Alt Rock
Blackened Blue’s first release this year is a peppy rock song with a message about power dynamics, facades, and corruption, all loosely connected to the metaphor of seeing through a changeling’s disguise. The guitars and bass form a warm texture with the extra crisp drums delivering the punch. The guitar solo in the second half kicks some serious tail, and when it drops out, it’ll leave you with a powerful feeling of emptiness. It’s a great track overall; keep up the good work!
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