Travis Shallow – “Let it pass”-Something about the recording space and resonating acoustic guitar really works on this song. Once the vocal enters, gruff and direct, there’s a powerful truth-telling message here. Far too often we sink our hearts into something that’s not …
Monthly Archives: July 2020
Three engaging indie pop tunes
Pall Brim – “Victory”-The vocal harmonies on this song are really intriguing to me. Something about it feels both old fashioned and brand new at the same time. The energy of the track feels like it’s going to motivate you to take an …
Three new folk tunes for your weekend
summersets – “more less”-This is an easy going folk tune with a really charming harmony style. Something about the band reminds me of the Belle Brigade. The relaxing energy makes me want to put it on a playlist of coffee shop tunes. It’s …
Baby Queen is a Brilliant “Buzzkill”
We love “Buzzkill”, the new single from the young misfit songwriter Baby Queen. In fact, we love the track so much, that we have struggled to find the proper words to describe her not so subtle brilliance. Born in South Africa, she she …
Three Americana tunes to connect you to your roots
Juniper – “Sticking with my Henry”-This is an adorable throwback style. I have never really heard someone in the 21st century emulating the classic 20th century teen hop style quite like this. I can’t help but think of people like Brenda Lee when …
Three indie folk tunes to get your toes tapping
Fever Dolls – “From dusk to dawn”-The guitar work in the opening of this song is enough for a yes from me. Then the lead vocal enters the track and it goes from “good” to great. There’s a sense in this track that …
Truly unique 2020 summer pop track from Teddi Gold x Ft. Mi$HNRZ
“Bossa Nova Baby”-We wanna have fun for the summer! I don’t want to get into the politics of this summer (ha!), but let’s just say that this track reflects a care free mood. Any other year I’d be talking about what a good …
A pair of rock tracks to accelerate your midweek
joyful. – “Pilot light”-There’s a raw intensity in the guitars from this band, “joyful.” that put an immediate smile on my face. The sound might remind some of early 2000s pop punk bands. I am excited to hear this kind of tight punk …
Three engaging new singer songwriters for your playlist
Ben Greenberg – “Let you down”-Greenberg’s style of acoustic music borders on pop in the best way possible. It’s an easy going, relaxing vibe. The lyrical concept here is engaging, thinking about how someone perceives you when you really care about them. If …
3 Dreamy New Indie Rock Acts
Dad Bod – “Milkdrinker” The dark lullaby style of this act is highly affecting. The emotive croon of the lead singer has a way of disarming even the most burdened listener. Blending folk, with indie rock and shoe gaze, Dad Bod are an …
