Georgie Winchester – “The Signs”
-In the past year or so I’ve gone from saying “hey Georgie Winchester is pretty good” to squealing like a Beatle girl as I eagerly click on Georgie’s new releases. If you’re a fan of the intersection of contemporary girl pop (a la Maggie Rogers) with 90s alt rock, then definitely spin this new song from Winchester. There’s something about the endearing “wake up wake up” section that absolutely demands that the listener sing along. The crooning “siiiiigns” on the chorus feels like it could have come right out of an Oasis track. I’m not enough of a lyrical expert to understand the “only consequences for the brave” concept, but I’ll tell you the whole song feels like bit of self deprecation, that feeling when you knew better but still made a mistake. I wish it wasn’t so relatable, but the easy going pop rock sound from Winchester and her lovely voice make this an instant “yes” for me.
Jagged Jaw – “Again and Again” ft. MINOVA
-I featured Jagged Jaw just last week and was eager to see their name in the coverage list again. There’s something hypnotic and satisfying about the opening electronic riff. It continues as a thread throughout the first half of the track until is – appropriately – hands off the sound to an 80s vibey synthesizer. It’s really hard to put into words the collective soundscape on this track; it feels like it brings together several different subgenres into something that feels like it could work on the dancefloor or more of a contemplative vibey space. The lyrics are not always evident, but the way the song holds energy and space so well made me want to say yes even being unsure of the lyrics. It’s definitely worth a spin.
Edward Price – “Pasadena”
-When I tell people that I like pop rock music, this is what I want them to think of. I mean seriously, this track has it all. The beat propels it forward with plenty of bounce and energy. The lead vocal is outstanding, with just enough rasp to remind me of the early 90s alt rockers while holding its own unique character. I’m sure there are a lot of fans who love Price’s voice enough to follow the band, but honestly the rest of the track is great too. The full rock chords invite the listener to sing along. The lyrical adventure about a breakup (or at least heartbreakingly missing someone) has the energy of late teens or early 20s relationships dripping with uncontrollable romantic tension. This one is moving, for sure.
Image courtesy: Georgie Winchester IG
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