GAM8Y – “Don’t Give Up”-I like everything about this song. It has a positive, supportive message. The vocal shines through clearly so that the listener can sing along (especially on the satisfying, soaring chorus). The melody is enjoyable, providing an accessible style that …
Yearly Archives: 2025
Three indie rock tracks that will have you excited to share with your friends
V!ctoria – “Pocketful”-When I tell people that I like indie rock music, I have a very specific idea of what that sound means, but I’ve realized that not everyone feels the same way. For me, indie rock has to be melodic and satisfying, …
Three new Americana tracks that blend the past and the present with delightful precision
The Burney Sisters – “Seeds I’ve Sown”-If vocal harmonies are your “thing” then you’ve come to the right place. This song has some of the most wonderful songwriting we’ve heard in a while. The expressive vocals invite the listeners right into what feels …
Three new indie pop tracks that carry meaningful emotional weight
tan sholto – “closer”-There’s a soft gentle energy to this track that I really enjoyed from first listen. It’s about being closer with a lover. More than the lyrical content, though, I’m struck by the mood of the track and the way the …
Three acoustic folk songs that remind me why I love writing about music
Jason Piquette – “Drop the Gun”-If you’ve been around this site for a while, you’ll remember me writing about Joshua Hyslop several times. I’m happy to report that Jason Piquette is featuring a similar style of soft-spoken folk music with deeply moving lyrics. …
Four new tracks in the folk scene that we found on the submission platform Groover
The Pairs – “Good Bad Day”-If you’re a fan of acoustic folk music and incredible harmonies, you’ve definitely come to the right place. I’m a big fan of this style of music and found myself immediately connecting with the lyrical style here. The …
Three new folk songs, including an instant add to the “song of the year” candidate list
Dan Pallotta – “School Bus”-This is the first song in a long, long time that made me openly cry. I mean… I’m talking full on crocodile tears and a feeling of being completely brokenhearted… and then heart restoration. I’ve told a few friends …
Three folk singer songwriters that will transport you to a beautiful imaginary space
Manella – “Fairytale”-The soaring vocal from Manella is worth the listen on its own. Just… calm yourself and enjoy this one. It’s special. But it’s more than just a nice voice — the lyrics are thoughtful and evocative in their own right. The …
Three indie folk tunes that will remember why you feel in love with the genre
Strange Pilgrims and Kelly McFarling – “Embers (Remix)”-There’s nothing I can say here that will prepare you for the auditory goodness that is the vocal blending on this track. It’s beautiful with a CSNY style of timeless folk vocals highlighted by unconventional melodic …
Three engaging new indie folk tunes that immediately stand out from the crowd
Romain Alix – “Still Here”-The atmospheric work on this song stands out right away. The haunting, emotional vocal style captivates right from the start of the song. It demands the attention of the listener in the way that Bon Iver did when he …
