Jack Christopher – “Is that the time?”-Okay so I would have said yes to this song just for the acoustic guitar and sincere vocal in the opening, but once I got to the vocal harmonies on the chorus I was absolutely FLOORED. There’s …
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Three outstanding new tracks in the alt and dream pop space that will have you vibing out all summer
LATE2THEPARTY – “City is Empty”-This new track has a really playful and chill beat to it. The instrumentation and production sets a wonderful mood for the track, feeling like you’re hanging out with your friends on a rooftop party or something like that. …
Three new indie folk artists that are perfect for your summer acoustic playlist
Kyle Scott – “Wake”-The acoustic fingerpicking on this track is wonderful and won my attention right away. Scott’s vocal also comes across with a gentle, expressive style in the opening. The more you listen, though, the more you’ll feel the sound open up. …
Three tracks at the intersection of rock and indie pop music that just might set off a dance party
DACY – “it’s not what I want”-If you’re looking for some phenomenal lush production, check out this new track from DACY. The lyrical message is pretty evident right from the title, but the energy of the track perfectly blends together indie rock and …
Three new tracks in the bluegrass and folk world that will put a smile on your face
Sad Daddy – “Bootlegger”-There are few traditions in the United States more timeless than bluegrass, but… alcohol might just be one of them. Running booze in the mountains gave us the great tradition of stock car racing and this song feels like it’s …
Three new songs that fit right in the indie, pop, alt, and folk spaces… maybe we need to invent a new genre?
Simone Ledet – “ghost”-From the opening guitar strum of this song, I was awestruck. There’s a captivating energy here that pulls me in right from the start. The energy of the song is simultaneously rising, while feeling a bit held back. The chorus, …
Did the Folk Singers of Yesteryear Prefer Steel or Nylon Strings?
Discover why Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and folk revival icons chose steel-string guitars over nylon. Explore the construction differences and how this choice shaped the history of acoustic music.
Three excellent brand new indie rock tracks that will have you jamming through the rest of the year
Andrew Cushin – “Goodbye”-If you’re a fan of hard driving pop rock energy, definitely check out this new song from Andrew Cushin. The electric guitars are lush, providing a full sound that feels satisfying without being shrill or overbearing. The expressive lyrical work …
Three expressive new tracks in the alt country and Americana realm
Ryan Dart – “If Love Don’t Break You”-This is a wonderful track with just the right amount of sentimentality to make it soar. The lyrics are about how love songs can feel really good if its for or about you, but it can …
Three outstanding new indie folk tunes that will have you wanting to cozy up with a good book and a cup of tea
Jason Piquette – “Aspen”-There’s something about Jason Piquette’s whispery vocal style that makes this song feel insanely cozy. The easy going acoustic guitar work here sets a lovely mood and the vocal keeps it nice and chill. The repeated lyric, “as long as …
