Elephant Castle – “French Food”-When I think of indie rock, this is the type of sound I almost always envision. The percussion drives the sound, but there are some really fascinating textures from the guitars and keys that create a whole vibe. The …
Monthly Archives: August 2021
Three peaceful singer songwriters to bring beauty and calm
Andrew Word – “Be here”-Something about this song almost feels like a hymn to me. The subtle harmonies are my favorite part, but the overall energy of the track is absolutely stunning. The thoughtful, plaintive lyrical style works perfectly with the delivery of …
Top 20 Folk Blogs for 2021
Welcome to the top 20 folk music blogs for 2021. These are whimsical and fun rankings based upon a handful of simple criteria such as style, depth of coverage, and frequency of posting. If you disagree with our list, feel free to contact …
Three songs right on that folk and Americana line that we’re happy to support
Jenner Fox – “Buffalo”-The acoustic guitar on this track is really intriguing. The lead vocal does a nice job of expressing a clear sentiment. The concept of “learning how to love” seems to permeate the lyrics beyond the first verse. There’s a light …
Three indie pop tracks for your vibey playlists
Thom.ko – “Goodbye”-If you’re looking for a vibey groove track, check out the latest from Thom.ko. It’s got a nice feel to it from start to finish. It’s the kind of mix that you can imagine being on top 40 radio, but also …
Three emerging singer songwriters who capture the spirit of our site
Michal Bush – “Forfeit”-The tender vocal blands really well with the acoustic guitar work on this track. There’s some minor key work here that makes the track feel a bit unsettling in some places. However, that’s all resolved with some beautiful chord changes …
Three energetic new rock tunes for your weekend
Andrey Azizov – “Too loud!”-The opening of this track was like a time machine, ripping me back to the mid-2000s. Once the lead vocal really rips on the first chorus, I was instantly reminded of the great band Paramore. The energy feels a …
Three neoclassical pieces that capture the imagination
Julie Hanney – “Blue”-The word “cathartic” comes to mind when listening to the musical work of Julie Hanney. This track, “Blue” has a genuine cathartic energy that makes me want to take a deep breath and just…….. relax. It’s a beautiful style with …
Three wonderful new folk tracks with lush, soothing soundscapes
Kat Hammock – “Beautiful Life”-If you’re looking for folksy harmonies and a GORGEOUS vocal mix, please click play on this track. It’s a timeless country-meets-folk-meets-what-they-sing-in-heaven style. Okay I’m not sure what they sing in heaven, but from all the gospel music I’ve heard …
Anna Vincent Shines on Stunning “Naxos”
Anna Vincent – “Naxos” Vincent has true indie cred. Fronting bands like Heavy Heart and My Tiger My Timing, while working with acts like Yuck has given here an eclectic mix of experience. Her talent truly blossoms on her latest solo release “Naxos”. …
