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Three radio-ready tracks that will challenge your understanding of “indie” music
JOCKS – “American love”-Everything from the synthesizers to the driving lyricism of the song feels like an amalgamation of American music from the mid 20th century to today. The beat and percussion reminds me a lot of 80s pop rock. The overall snazzy …
Three indie folk tracks that bring lyrical variety and musical quality
Souveneer – “Origin story”-There’s a complexity to this song that I really can’t do justice in a short review. The lyrics have layers of complexity about crafting your identity. It reminds me a bit of 90s alt rock mixed with esoteric poetry. Even …
Three tracks that prove folk music doesn’t all have to follow the same old formula
Drumming Bird – “American Spirits”-This is a stunning piece of songwriting. The phrasing requires that you lean in and pay extra close attention, but I promise you will be rewarded with some engaging lyrics. Drumming Bird won’t mind me saying that the lyrics …
Three folksy Americana tunes that’ll steal your attention today
Dustin Dale Gaspard – “Further I walk”-Take a dash of gospel, add in a portion of throwback country, and a wonderful lead vocal… here’s the recipe for this excellent track from Dustin Dale Gaspard. Something about the organ and the steel guitar working …
Three energizing tracks bringing together elements of rock, folk, and pop music
Paden – “Coast of your heart”-As a former trumpet player, I am a sucker for well-placed horns in a track. If that track also has a folk heart and a rock beat, consider me sold. Paden have created the kind of song that …
Can’t Miss Indie Rock
Highline – “Here Now” This one has a Minus the Bear sound we love. Cool and groovy, “Here Now” is a must for your summertime playlist. The Australian act have an indelible sound. Earnestly they craft tunes that transport listeners into a 311 …
Secondhand Sound Shine With Firsthand Talent
Secondhand Sound – “Colm’s Conquest” Nashville act Secondhand Sound are quintessential indie rock. This is their first single off a fresh new EP from the exciting young act. Sonically, it is lively and sure to give rise to ears and hearts. Their sound …
Three songs at the confluence of folk and indie pop music
Cole Swenson – “I know I will”-If you’re looking for an understated acoustic performance, check out this remarkable song from Cole Swenson. It’s got a sound that reminds me a bit of Jeremiah Daly, who we covered a few years ago. There’s a …
Three folk rock tracks you have to hear to believe, including the iconic Paolo Nutini
Paolo Nutini – “Through the echoes”-Most of the submissions we get are from up and coming artists, so when we get a track from an established artist like Nutini it’s always a welcome contribution. Let me just say that the blues folk rock …
