Wax Owls – “Set it free”-Since the early 2010s rise of hand-clap heavy folk music, we’ve been excited to feature this energetic style. Wax Owls definitely fit in that Lumineers and Mumford style of folk music and we’re happy to feature it. The …
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Three emerging singer songwriters for your consideration
Kate Elpo – “be-longing”-From first listen of this track, I was impressed by the way the relatively minimal composition held my attention. The vocal is absolutely beautiful. The acoustic guitar is mesmerizing. By the time the stand up bass line enters the track, …
Exceptional Thursday Covers
Jenny Owen Youngs – “Teenage Dream” (Katy Perry) We had the privilege of seeing Jenny Owen Youngs on a supporting tour with Frank Turner years ago. The way she captured the audience was electrifying. Much of that talent is captured in her subtle …
Three indie pop tracks rooted in folk stylings
Fort Vine – “Say hello”-There’s an energy to this track that I really appreciate. It’s got almost a vibration to it that puts a smile on my face. The chill energy here reflects the feel good folk of bands like Edward Sharpe and …
3 Incredible Songwriters 2020 Needs
Biz Colletti – “Trust Myself” “Trust Myself” is the type of slow burning electro pop we need more of. Typically, we are suspicious of the genre, yet the beauty of Colletti is her ability to blur genre lines boldly. The newest track from …
Three folk singer songwriters to guide your week
Joey English – “Haven’t been myself”-Any song that talks about monsters in the first line gets a quizzical look from me. But what makes this new track from Joey English so good is the way that it just comes across as so honest. …
Featured Single: High Tropics – “Caroline” – A delightful surf rock tune
If you’re looking for some surf rock to ease your mind today, give High Tropics a spin. The energy of the track helps to channel some of your inner angst through the soaring electric guitars. The vocal does a nice job of sitting …
Top 20 Indie Rock Blogs for 2020
Welcome to the 2020 edition of this list. Before you all start cursing about what blog is or is not on this list, please keep in mind we take blogs under three criteria: frequency of coverage, depth of coverage, and overall design appeal. …
Three engaging folk songs for your weekend
Michael Bernard Fitzgerald – “Good plates”-The phrasing of this song is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before. It’s a song about getting together with friends, something we don’t get to do much with the world the way it is. I love how the …
Three pop-flavored folk tunes for your Friday hangout
Simon Alexander – “Gloria”-There’s a calming energy to this track that won me over from first listen. Alexander is an artist we’ve featured in the past, so I wasn’t surprised by his great voice. But I was happy to connect with the group …
