Wolf in a Suit:
“US-based indie band Kultures comes to Wolf in a Suit for the first time and they do so with the hypnotizing sonic realm that is "Ruthless". With this song, they blend the beauty of pop and the rebellious of rock to give music lovers a welcomed dose of something new and quite enticing. It's a soundscape that understands the value of passion and effort in every aspect, giving us the chance to be amazed by the voice, the instruments and the haunting lyricism.
There's something about "Ruthless" that is sure to get anyone who listens hooked from the moment that always exciting play button is pressed. So listen closely and let go of all those rules that at times hold you back to simply dive into the unknown magic of this mesmerizing must-listen gem. Enjoy!”
- Wolf in a Suit
Return of Rock:
Lifted from their forthcoming new album ‘Dreamstacks’, which is set to arrive later this year, ‘Ruthless’ sees them return to those warm and riveting indie-rock textures they have earned a reputation for. Brimming with bright and euphoric aesthetics from start to finish, they return to the fold with one of their most passionate efforts yet.”
- Return of Rock
Aesthetic Magazine:
“Cleveland-based singer-songwriter Kultures (aka Justin Miller) is back with his uplifting new single….
In “Favorite Number”, an orchestra of electric guitar flurries, swirling synth patches, and ambient manipulated vocals propel an encouraging message to stay confident and follow your path no matter how difficult or confusing life may be.”
— Aesthetic Magazine
Cleveland.com:
“Miller’s vocals are front-and-center on the album’s eight tracks, backed by lush, layered background singing, ambient guitar and the occasional saxophone or guitar solo. The single, “Favorite Number,” pairs winding synth parts with Miller’s yearning lyrics, while the spunky “So Far Away From the Clouds” layers vocal textures and growly guitar solos.”
— Cleveland.com
Berlin on Air:
“This fabulous indie pop song fills our ears like a fresh breeze . Light, a little dreamy and enriched with a lot of wonderful and flowing sounds. The brand new single Favorite Number of the Cleveland-based artist Kultures radiates pure beauty for us, whereby the atmospheric character is especially in the foreground.
Sophisticated drums create a gentle and precise rhythm, which is accompanied by accompanying piano sounds and flat synthesizer pads in the background. In the musical center there is a soulful and expressive lead voice, which convinces above all with its considerable range. Favorite Number is a song that in a special way seems almost “floating” and completely detached from the ground. The result is a truly sophisticated musical arrangement that promises the listener recognition value in any case. Just great!”
— Berlin On Air
Dusty Organ:
“Cleveland, OH singer-songwriter Kultures will be releasing his debut self-titled album on June 4th. His tranquil, folktronica style comes to life on his new single “Favorite Number”. Fans of S. Carey and early-day Bon Iver will find a more pop-forward likeness with Kultures.”
— Dusty Organ
Cleveland Scene Magazine:
“Cleveland-based singer-songwriter Justin Miller decided to pursue a solo project dubbed Kultures… (with a) synth-driven Brit-pop sounding single, Favorite Number.”
— Cleveland Scene Magazine (Jeff Neisel)
Vents Magazine:
The single comes off your new self-titled album – why naming the album after the band?
I decided to make this a self-titled LP because it was really the collection of songs itself that gave me the inspiration to start the project. As I was writing, I didn’t initially have any intent to release the songs under a new moniker, but as time went on, the music started to form an identity of its own, which ultimately led to the creation of Kultures.
— Vents Magazine
The Eisenberg Review:
“For fans of Ra Ra Riot and Rostam, a soaring indie dreamscape from Cleveland’s Kultures.”
— The Eisenberg Review
Mystic Sons:
“US frontman takes his cues from Bon Iver with this warm and sweeping indie-rock groove” (‘When a Long Time Comes’ feature)
— Mystic Sons
KEIKO:
What is the best advice you have received?
The best advice I've received is to create music that is as genuine and expressive as possible. This leads to music you are truly passionate about, and passion is the #1 thing that will keep you afloat throughout your career.
— Conversations with Keiko
Fifteen Questions:
Take us through a day in your life, from a possible morning routine through to your work, please. Do you have a fixed schedule? How do music and other aspects of your life feed back into each other - do you separate them or instead try to make them blend seamlessly?
My schedule changes depending on where I'm at in the song creation process.
When I'm really locked in on songwriting and sonic exploration, my schedule becomes extremely flexible and usually involves waking up late and going to bed even later. The goal is to maintain as much mental and emotional freedom as possible in order to allow new ideas to express themselves.
If I'm working more on things like recording techniques and video work, I try to have a more "normal" balanced schedule and block out time during the day to get through the tasks at hand.
— Fifteen Questions
Cut it Out Magazine - Featured “When a Long Time Comes” on Curated Playlist
On the Radar Podcast - Featured artist on podcast episode 125
Indie Top 39 - Named “Favorite Number” one of the top songs of the week
Find a Song Blog - Featured “Favorite Number” on their daily blog
New Music Mixer - Featured “Favorite Number” on their weekly radio show
It's All Indie - Included “Favorite Number” on their Pure Indie Spotify Playlist