Stefan J. Selbert – “Sugar Peas”-This song has it all; it’s got acoustic fingerpicking, a stellar banjo, quality vocals, and lyrics that pull the listener in right from the start. The poetic phrasing is wonderful here, connecting ideas from line to line. I’m …
Monthly Archives: August 2024
Three new indie folk pop tracks that are perfect for your late summer joy-filled playlists
Izzy Porter – “breathe you out”-If you’ve been around my curation much this year, you know I’m absolutely enthralled with the Lizzy McAlpine style (and all those who are writing/producing in that vein). Izzy Porter is making a contribution to the folk indie …
Album Review: Jeff Cramer – Forever Morning (Folk Singer Songwriter)
If the name Jeff Cramer seems familiar, it’s because we featured his single “Ravens” recently. That track is the reason I was eager to dig into a full review of this talented artist. Cramer’s songwriting has a cool acoustic guitar element followed by …
Three new tracks in the indie and alt pop realm that you’ll want to hear
dearest – “Playing it out again”-This is a song about endurance. It’s a song about perseverance. This is a song about hope. The acoustic guitar and vocal work really well for the core of the song. There are plenty of additional production elements, …
Three folk storytellers that will make you want to grab a cup of coffee and stare off into the distance
Johnny Franco – “When I’m Finally Over”-I can’t help it… I have to say it… this song makes me think of the Beatles. In particular, Franco has a style like another very specific Johnny… Lennon, that is. The lyrical style is charming, intriguing, …
Three beautiful acoustic folk pop artists that you’ll want to have in your playlist
Theo Kandel – “Honeydew Moon”-Theo Kandel has become one of those “click yes as I click play” kind of artists. He just doesn’t miss; the songs all have this sense of folk storytelling with a fantastic vocal. I am a fan. Kandel’s style …
Five outstanding tracks we found on the submission platform Groover
One of the cool things we’ve enjoyed about utilizing Groover is that there are a wide range of styles presented on the platform. While we tend to feature music in the Americana and folk worlds often, it’s great to see how folks approach …
Three new rock tracks that will have you wanting to pick up the guitar again
Boston Levi – “Pretty Little Heartbreak”-I really like the way the guitars soar on this track. The dynamic shift between the guitar breaks and the vocals on the chorus makes for an excellent listening experience. I’ve always been a sucker for these types …
A pair of fascinating indie and alt pop tunes that you’ll want to share with friends
ARK IDENTITY – “Atmosphere”-Sometimes, I choose a song because the production is so high quality that I feel like I have to say yes. And this is one of those songs. Don’t get me wrong; I like the harmonies, the melody, and the …
Three outstanding alt country tracks that show the genre is alive and well in 2024
Kacie Hill – “Splinter”-“I take my time in record speed. I’m not scared of losing anything.” This might be the grooviest breakup song I’ve ever heard. The writer has the blues but the song is not bluesy; it’s downright anthemic in its soaring …
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