I think “TV-Sick” by Lioh & The Garage Band (@Lioh) qualifies as heavy metal, though Lioh describes the genre as Crossover. The song is about the negative influence of modern media and the depiction of violence, and how that affects mental health.

“We should find ways to protect us against the bad habits of using the media to distract ourselves and instead focus more on doing things with our friends and beloved ones.” ~ Lioh

Great heavy rock song. Love it! Vote code CEPH

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I am a sucker for an acoustic love song. “She's all of Me” by My Turning Point (@MTP) starts with a lovely arpeggio riff on a clean acoustic guitar that comforts us throughout the song. The vocals come in perfectly, surprise you with some unexpected lyrics, and get you listening to this beautiful expression of acceptance and love. Perfect. Vote code INTK

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“Sum of my Parts” by Alison Selby (@alison) has a cool bass hook that grabs you from the beginning of the song. The lyrics are about the end of a relationship and the vocals fit the tune really well. Loved the breakdown. Thoroughly enjoyable. Vote code KRIS

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The instrumental “BBB (Big Boomer Bænd)” by Lorenzo Miniero (@lminiero) definitely delivers on the big band sound, with extra tasty guitar solos for good measure. Great fun. Cool track. Vote code DEEP

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Haunting strings open “Oasis” by Accidental Mayhem (@whoosh) and are quickly joined by an equally haunting vocal. I think the song refers to the facade that social media influencers keep up, living in their own information bubble. I might have that all wrong, but I enjoyed the track. Great song!! Vote code EATW

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“Everglades” by Squalor Possum (@squalorpossum), representing Harsh Noise Conservation Commission, Wetlands Division.

Apart from saying “Well done, you have represented the Harsh Noise Conservation Commission well.”, I will say that there are layers in this I didn’t expect to find. Interesting track. Vote code HNCC

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“A number on a page” by Aral Balkan (@aral) is a heart wrenching piano ballad. Amazing vocal harmonies. Bit of a Bowie vibe in parts? Beautiful piece. Vote code UFOP

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“Maudit” by Faustine (@faustivache) & Juliette is definitely another #Fedivision song! I used a translator to read the lyrics. It did not help me understand what the song is about. That doesn’t matter! The music is fire and I like it!! I’m confused, but I like it. Vote code WCFA

“This Fragile Atmosphere” by Lonnon Foster (@lonnon) begins with a finger snap in the mic which becomes the main driver for the layers of synths that follow it, drive it, push it, relentlessly, until your tapping your foot and bobbing your head. Excellent ideas. Excellent track. Vote code NBLT

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“Mare” by Schall und Stille (@stephan) featuring MyLoFy (@MyLoFy) and Tobias Stutz. I like this one. The instruments complement each other nicely and the vocals fit really well. MyLoFy does a great job on the guitar solo, and Tobias brings the cello in beautifully. The lyrics speak about unspoken connections. Great track. Vote code RAIL

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“goodBeginnings” by frigginGlorious (@frigginglorious) is a love song recalling the first meeting and celebrating the relationship. #Fedivision delivers such a wide variety of music to us. There’s a real space rock vibe on this one. I enjoyed it. Vote code SHED

For some reason “Nobody Else Will” by skye gaenseblum (@skye) instantly transported me to some mystical underground cavern in a Zelda style adventure on a SNES. I’m not sure why…
It’s a really lovely piece. Vote code TASS

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“Shoot Away Pain” by Jämezytee (@Jamezytee) delivers the rhymes in this epic hip-hop track. Heavy lyrics speak to the problem of gun violence and its ties to mental health, lobby groups, and modern media. Important messages in a banger track. Vote code PRNY

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“Threaded Invasion” by The1goit (@the1goit) is an instrumental piece with a great rhythm and driving melody.

“…I decided to theme this track after Threads "federating" and the instances trying to fight back against the data-grabbing, all seeing eyes of Facebook…” ~ The1goit

I think the impression of a digital battlefield has been successfully delivered. Great track! Vote code TBSC

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“Light Beam” by Earl20 (@jdufour) is an instrumental synth with a kickin’ beat and some wicked harmonies. Really easy to bop along to. Very nice. Vote code NEUT

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“Versio” by Cobalt (@cobalt) is a really cool pop song, synths layered with piano and a wicked drum track will make you want to dance. It opens with just three piano notes before fading in this fast melody and thumping synth bass. The lyrics are fire.

“It’s pretty catchy, isn’t it?
Anyway…” ~ Cobalt

Yes! It’s very catchy! Great job. Vote code COBA

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“Mauver than a Joopleberry” by Fennifith Media Transmitter [Default Media Transmitter (@defaultmediatransmitter) and James Fenn (@fennifith)] is a synth instrumental with a nice spacey feel. Really interesting changes and drum sections. I like it. Vote code BKTH

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“Invoking Fairies” by Lunafacious (@Mondgesicht) is ethereal, peaceful, and natural sounding music behind sublime vocals. Absolutely beautiful. Vote code LUCA

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“Fake News” by Homeostasis (@mxv) brought a big smile to my face, despite the seriousness of the lyrics. I really enjoyed the vocal mixing and layering, and the guitar solo was a great touch. Very cool. Vote code RIGE.

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I am always a sucker for a song about science and space. “The Moon Illusion” by FSVO (@fsvo) ticks this box for me. The synths in the last half bring the space vibe home. Vote code SELE

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@dgar When I try to vote, I see this marvel:
Error: Cannot read properties of undefined (reading 'match')

@paul that’s odd. @announce may know what this means? I’m already having nightmares that I’ve written someone’s vote wrong…