MAAR – “Seismic”-There’s an antiquated style to this song, but I mean that in the best way possible. Maybe another word for it is “timeless,” but the notion of an antique sound just tickles my fancy today. The vocals are unhurried, careful, and …
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Three new Americana tunes that will remind you of the timeless quality of the genre
The Burney Sisters – “South of Tennessee”-I’m not sure if I’ve covered these sisters before or if I’ve just listened to this track so many times that it feels like it’s been around for years. I love this sound from the Burney Sisters. …
EP Review: Eli Lev – Past Lives EP
Eli Lev is a storyteller. These stories will pull you forward and backward in time, upward and downward in emotion, with a beautiful sense of humanity throughout. Everything from the sound samples in the opening track to the final chords of the last …
Three new bands at the intersection of folk and classic rock for fans of Dawes
House Above The Sun – “King of the Valley (Restless Idealist)”-In typical folk rock fashion, this track is ultimately the story of a broken relationship and the unfortunate turn to alcohol for soothing. “It’s just another cold and lonely morning…” is the repeated …
Three brand new alt pop tracks that are sure to put a smile on your face
Mollie Elizabeth – “Doe Eyes”-This is a song about the end of a summer fling, but it’s written with a timelessness that will make you think of the mid 20th century. I can’t help but think of the pop jazz phenomenon of the …
Three brand new folk tracks, including an instant-add to the song of the year candidate list
Katherine Winston – “Loving You”-When I got to the end of the first line of this song, I got chills. That’s not something that can be easily manufactured or packaged in a track; it just is either there or it’s not. Winston’s vocal …
Three new indie pop tracks to help create a special atmosphere for the weekend
naomi skye – “three leaf clover”-There’s a gentle acoustic style on this track that makes it feel comfortable and engaging. The opening is about what might happen and the chorus transitions to this hopeful “maybe we’ll make it” energy. There’s something delightfully light …
The Best Intermediate Guitar Lesson Tips To Improve Fast
Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? After conquering the basics, the world of intermediate guitar opens up a wealth of exciting possibilities. Transitioning to intermediate guitar playing involves more than just learning new power chords. It’s about …
Three folk singer songwriters to help you get through this long summer
Elijah Vale – “Take Things Slow”-There’s a sincerity to this track that made it immediately pop out for me. It feels like listening to an old friend tell good stories. The acoustic guitar creates a comfortable base for the song to rest. The …
Three new indie rock tracks that show the current vibrancy of the genre
Phoric – “Prevent”-There’s a dynamic energy to this track right from the start. The percussive style is present in the drums as well as the vocal phrasing. It’s has a real sense of movement. The lyrics have a loaded, emotional character to them. …
