Yellow Shoots – “Desert Rose” I’m sure you hear the deep admiration to Prince in this one. The soulful and eclectic sound is the all-encompassing project of Greg Matthews, who finds inspiration from an impressive amount of genres. “I wanted to develop music that took all …
Yearly Archives: 2018
Pound your kick drum heart! – Lunchtime Playlist May 24
The Moving Stills – “Nineteen” -This indie rock act from Australia has us swooning. Their overall style has a nice groove and they layer the guitars nicely. Rather than feeling like a throwback, it feels more like a thoughtful blend of past styles. …
Rock Feature: The Mason District
We received a few selections from the Mason District and enjoyed them all. So here are three exciting tracks that you are sure to enjoy from a rising indie rock band. “Earth to Lucy” has a kind of blues rock vibe to it …
Five folk standouts – Lunchtime Playlist May 23
Arbour Season – “Leaving Delaware” -This is one of my favorite folk songs I’ve heard in 2018. There, I said it. The harmonies on this track are positively saccharine. The overall sound, though, is not overly sweet, but rather feels like a genuine …
The Tuesday 3: Exceptional Songwriters
Sara Kendall – “You Don’t Own It” This Brooklyn based songwriter has a talent for writing powerful social commentary. On this track, she explores the all too common objectification of women. While we totally appreciate the content, the true magic of Kendall is her ability …
That Monday music mix! – Lunchtime playlist May 21
Jon Allen – “Jonah’s Whale” -This blues track hits really nicely, like a nice smooth drink. It’s not too sad and has a good moving beat, but has a superb balance to it. Heck, I even like how the horns lay in on …
A folk and singer songwriter roundup – Lunchtime Playlist May 18
Caroline Lazar – “Georgia” -Listen for the crack in Lazar’s voice in the first line. Isn’t that great? Sometimes I find an artist and think that I should just write “included without comment.” Lazar’s vocal is the real deal. The rest of the …
Brand New Music By Brand New Artists
Family And Friends – “Winding Roads” The Athens stationed folk rock pioneers are masters at dipping in and out of various styles that keep listeners guessing what they will hear next. Leaning on the folk side of a collective ragtag act, the band …
A playful music mix – Lunchtime Playlist May 17
Whitney Fennimore – “Stones” -This track is full of excitement but also deep sincerity. The central metaphor about “throwing stones” pulls together the raw emotion of reconciling a relationship. Anyone who has ever gone through a rocky time in a relationship will enjoy …
Album Review: Kyle Cox – Self titled album shows off music history-blending style
Kyle Cox has been a site favorite for a few years now. He’s a real down to earth guy with a legitimate heart for music. When his rootsy style came across our desks initially, we fell in love with what he’s up to. …
