Montecruz Music

Tag: New Music 2026

  • Discover Lafferty’s Waiting A While: Song of the Month

    Discover Lafferty’s Waiting A While: Song of the Month

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song of the Month

    Waiting A While

    Lafferty · March 2026 · In the Quiet of Us

    Waiting A While by Lafferty

    Behind the Song

    Hey Cruz Fam, I’m back again with March’s Song of the Month. After listening through countless tracks this month, one song rose above the rest and earned a top spot on my In the Quiet of Us playlist: Waiting A While by Lafferty.

    This is easily one of the most beautiful songs I’ve heard this year. It carries an emotional depth that, for many listeners, will hit close to home.

    In Lafferty’s own words, “This track is about having to walk away from someone you love and spending that one last night with them.”

    The beauty of the song lies in its production. The piano gently tugs at the heartstrings while the drums and the rest of the instrumentation follow along perfectly. Lafferty’s vocal performance is raw, honest, and powerful enough to bring out a tear or two as you listen and reflect.

    It’s the kind of song worth waiting a while for.

    “Tell me your secret, and I’ll tell you mine. It ain’t over for me, is it over for you?”

    If you enjoy discovering heartfelt music like this, consider saving the In the Quiet of Us playlist and sharing it with someone who loves music as much as you do.

    Come back next month for a new featured song. Got a track you think deserves the spotlight? Email us.

  • Evelyn Cormier’s Like Me Better: A Must-Listen in February 2026

    Evelyn Cormier’s Like Me Better: A Must-Listen in February 2026

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song of the Month

    One song. One moment.

    Montecruz Music’s Song of the Month…

    February 2026: Like Me Better: Evelyn Cormier

    Behind the Song

    Welcome back, Cruz Fam, to another Song of the Month. February was a tough one. I received hundreds of submissions and listened to many different tracks, but one song managed to edge out the rest and stand out the most: Like Me Better by Evelyn Cormier.

    From the very first listen, the vibe of this track stood out. It’s packed with infectious, upbeat energy that makes you want to get up and dance. The vocals were very well done; fun, emotional, and uniquely expressive. The songwriting is also very strong, with lyrics that flow naturally and keep you engaged in the story.

    The instrumentation is equally impressive. The guitars, bass, drums, and synths are beautifully blended together, creating a cohesive sound that takes the song to a whole new level.

    A well-deserved Song of the Month, go give it a listen, Cruz Fam.

    “I think that I like me better, when my past isn’t pulling me down.”

    🎧 Listen Now

    Come back next month for a new featured song. Got a track you think deserves the spotlight? Email us.

  • Indie Pop Track Review: ‘Change Your Mind’

    Indie Pop Track Review: ‘Change Your Mind’

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    Change Your Mind – The Grownup Noise

    Release Date: 2026
    Genre: Indie Pop
    Duration: 1:36
    Date of Review: February 20, 2026
    Reviewer: Rafael Montecruz

    “I’m going to change your mind!”

    Hey Cruz Fam, welcome to the first of hopefully many Montecruz Music Reviews for 2026. I wanted to kick things off with Change Your Mind, one of eleven tracks from The Grownup Noise’s newest album.

    I was only recently introduced to The Grownup Noise, and I have to say, I haven’t been disappointed. What immediately caught my attention were the clear 70’s influences woven throughout the track, giving it a modern-day Beatles feel while still sounding fresh and current.

    Another standout is the excellent vocal performance from lead singer Paul Hansen. His calm, laid-back tone fits the song perfectly. Not to be outdone, the instrumentation is beautifully recorded, while the overall production has a polished, professional sound that makes it clear this project was a true labor of love.

    At just around 1:36, Change Your Mind has instant replay value, making this track a hit you won’t want to miss.

    Listen now:

  • Montecruz Music’s Featured Song: Wild by Sole

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song: Wild by Sole

    Montecruz Music’s Featured Song of the Month

    One song. One moment.

    Montecruz Music’s Song of the Month…

    January 2026: Wild: Sole

    Behind the Song

    Welcome to a new year of reviews, Cruz Fam. One song that truly captivated me this month and is more than deserving to be featured as Montecruz Music’s Song of the Month is Wild by Sole.

    Sole’s vocals are absolutely stunning, giving me chills as soon as the first chorus dropped. The piano melody is beautifully simple, yet powerful enough to carry the full emotional weight of the song.

    So much feeling packed into 2:51 of musical perfection. Wild is easily my favorite song of 2026 so far.

    “I wish I could go on. Walking on the edge, falling on my back, I got a feeling that I wouldn’t mind.”

    🎧 Listen Now

    Come back next month for a new featured song. Got a track you think deserves the spotlight? Email us.