SYML – “Clean Eyes” (Acoustic) Artist SYML is having a moment. Recently selling out shows across the world and in the midst of a US tour, the artist is putting his final touches on what is sure to be an impressive 2019 debut LP. For “Clean Eyes”, …
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Four new singer songwriters for 2019
Trevor Ohlsen – “Crazy in Love”-I don’t know if the word “lush” is used enough in music descriptions, so I’ll use it to describe the orchestral compositions from Trevor Ohlsen. He expresses his melodic lines with poetic sincerity laid over beautiful backing. It’s …
Norway’s Skyskraper Builds With Cinematic Rock Debut
There is something otherworldly about the music of rising alt rock act Skyskraper. The band blend familiar rock elements with something more ambitious to create a wall of sound that is sure to be felt as much as heard. It is easy to …
Your Weekend New Music Playlist
KT Tunstall – “Human Being” We have always loved the creative spirit of Tunstall, and her new single is further proof of her solid songwriting and ability to rock a track. “Human Being” is incredibly catchy, which we come to expect from the artist, but surprisingly she also …
A variety playlist for early January 2019
James Smith – “Tell Me That You Love Me”-Since this track has over 3 million plays you might be thinking it’s not very “indie,” but we still want to support this kind of music. The vocal is outstanding and the easy going songwriting …
A few engaging neoclassical pieces to close the year
Fiamma Velo – “Viaggo nell’Anima”-Velo’s neoclassical absolutely stands anywhere. It’s a beautifully cinematic and moving piece that does not need lyrics to portray a message. I love how it makes me picture strong characters and cinematic moments that I love. I would love …
One Last Great Playlist for 2018
Calembour – “Yours and Mine”-There’s a gentleness to this song that speaks to me deeply. I think the easy comparison is Mumford and Sons, but really the sound stands on its own. The intimacy in the lyrics work really well with the captivating …
Modern Classical Artist Nico Cartosio Wows With New Dramatic Holiday Video
Neo-Classical/Romantic artist Nico Cartosio has provided us with the perfect holiday video for those true believers in the Christmas merit of Die Hard. The artist has a talent for a modern classical sway that will have listeners swaying with a romantic tragedy. On it’s own, …
Best Folk Duos of 2018
It’s almost 2019. Like, what the what? Is this even real life? Yes. It is. And it’s been a banner year for indie music and I, for one, am SUPER pumped for the quality supply coming our way these days. I’ve reviewed a …
A Perfect Meditative Winter Playlist
Chloe Foy – “in the bleak midwinter” The delicate instrumentation on this received our attention immediately. This cover of a classic Christmas song, originating from a 1872 Christina Rossetti poem, is melancholy but vibrant, both attributes of the extraordinary songwriter Chloe Foy. Her talent is evident in …