SYML – “The Dark”-We’ve covered SYML in the past and it’s easy to hear why we keep saying yes. The intimacy in the recording style is fascinating. The purity of the vocal is absolutely the central point of the tune. Something about this …
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Three engaging new Americana songs
Brock Mattsson – “Are you thinking of me?”-If you’re a fan of old school country, you know the kind — the smoke-filled tavern style country music — then you’ll love Brock Mattsson’s latest tune. It’s a love song to the ultimate degree. It’ll …
3 Exceptional Songwriters to Soundtrack ’20
Frogi – “Millisecond” “Millisecond” is a blast of soothing indietronica that reminded us of the likes of Maggie Rogers. The young songwriter, croons with an impressive range that stops listeners and demands them to take notice. The LA artist does it all, talented …
Mr. Gnome and Chipotle: Cleveland Rockers are Back
Last year, I was sitting in a local Chipotle enjoying dinner when I heard something incredible. What tends to be the best restaurant as far as playlist, I often hear tunes I love there. This time, however, was a sort of justified moment …
Three peaceful folk songs to set your week straight
Mona Lisa Tribe – “What else (is a man supposed to do)?”*Trigger warning: Sexual assault.-This track is gorgeous even while being about an ugly subject. It’s raising awareness to men who claim to have “control” but then do not honor the desires of …
Three genre-defining Americana tunes
Travis Shallow – “Let it pass”-Something about the recording space and resonating acoustic guitar really works on this song. Once the vocal enters, gruff and direct, there’s a powerful truth-telling message here. Far too often we sink our hearts into something that’s not …
Three engaging indie pop tunes
Pall Brim – “Victory”-The vocal harmonies on this song are really intriguing to me. Something about it feels both old fashioned and brand new at the same time. The energy of the track feels like it’s going to motivate you to take an …
Three new folk tunes for your weekend
summersets – “more less”-This is an easy going folk tune with a really charming harmony style. Something about the band reminds me of the Belle Brigade. The relaxing energy makes me want to put it on a playlist of coffee shop tunes. It’s …
Baby Queen is a Brilliant “Buzzkill”
We love “Buzzkill”, the new single from the young misfit songwriter Baby Queen. In fact, we love the track so much, that we have struggled to find the proper words to describe her not so subtle brilliance. Born in South Africa, she she …
Three Americana tunes to connect you to your roots
Juniper – “Sticking with my Henry”-This is an adorable throwback style. I have never really heard someone in the 21st century emulating the classic 20th century teen hop style quite like this. I can’t help but think of people like Brenda Lee when …
