We Were Promised Jetpacks – “Not me anymore”-There’s a dynamic atmospheric energy in the opening that gives the listener the sense that the track is building energy. The synths hold a lot of power on this one as they support the vocal blending. …
Monthly Archives: August 2021
Three Americana tracks preserving the heart of the genre
Miss Leo – “I’ve endured” (Ola Belle Reed cover)-When a song starts “born in the mountains” there’s a really good chance that it’s going to be a quality track. Miss Leo’s cover of the Ola Belle Reed song “I’ve endured” is the Americana …
Three exciting indie folk tunes to energize your weekend
Andrew Wilson Eskesen – “Night Terrors (Dani)”-This track has a bit of an Americana bluesy vibe to it, but we’re going to count it as folk here. The easy going rhythm and guitar-rooted sound works really well. The overall energy of the track …
Three singer songwriters to charm us all this summer
Leila Marie – “I want to run into your arms” (ft. Curiocide, Joey Libertore)-This is a wonderful piece of music. I don’t know how the producer achieved the atmospheric style on the vocals, but it really works well. It’s like a fantasy. It’s …
Three Americana tracks to grab your attention this mid August
Music by KOTA – “Fine Line”-Everything from the syncopation to the show out guitars work on this track. The mix is ripe for a big crowd in a small venue with every person swaying to this beat. The song feels like soul and …
Three neoclassical pieces to bring calm this summer
Gianluca Piacenza – “Photograph”-This is not the first time nor will it be the last that we feature the beautiful songwriting of Gianluca Piacenza. The phrasing and sincerity is incredible on this composition. I adore the way the sound is recorded here. There’s …
Three “alt rock” tracks you will want to share with your friends
The Honest Heart Collective – “11/17”-Even when I find alt rock, I appreciate when it comes with a healthy dose of quality vocal harmonies. This track is my definition of good alt rock. Even the aggressive guitars in the opening feel just right, …
Three new rock-infused indie folk tracks to inspire your midweek
Sutter Zachman – “Matters in the dark”-It’s easy to hear why this track was a yes from me — the layered string work and quality vocal are evident right from the start. It sounds like a dream from the 70s brought to life …
Quintessential Post Rock for All Tastes
John Ward – “What is it Now” While we typically prefer instrumental post rock, Ward swayed us to change our mind. For “What is it Now”, the artist provides a sweeping sound that is only made better by his ethereal vocal parts. The …
Jodie Nicholson Shares Stunning “Second Sun”
Jodie Nicholson – “Second Sun” Nicholson carries with her a wisdom surpassing her years. With a heartbreakingly perceptive voice, the artist crafts some of the most compelling songwriting we have heard recently. On “Second Sun”, the artist takes her place as a transcendent …
