Wes Chiller – “Drift Away”-If drifting away is something that interests you, this is a good soundtrack for it. The overall vibe is definitely relaxed, with this lyrically complex sensibility about independence. If you’ve ever felt like just melting away and finding some …
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An eclectic mix of pop to get you through the winter
Christina Munsey – “Crystal skies”-The top 40 style beat on this track sparked my attention right away, but overall the vibe feels good. Munsey’s vocal sits in the mix perfectly. It feels like one of those tracks you can throw on a playlist …
Americana and folk music done right
A Choir of Ghosts – “Sinner in rapture”-This track feels as much metal as it is folk. Now don’t be scared by that description; instrumentally it is pure folk music. But what I mean is that there’s a drama to the piece that …
Essential Indie Electro/Downtempo Tracks
Moa Moa – “Yellow Jacket” For lack of a better description, this is our jam. This new UK act are undeniably cool and confident on “Yellow Jacket”. The track shows an impressive amount of influences and styles, while still maintaining its own sound. …
Listen here for the next big thing in folk music
Athanese – “Wolves”-On first listen I thought the production was a bit heavy handed on this track from Athanese. Chill out, I thought. But I listened again and “got it.” The big production is because the song has a lot of energy. It …
6 Under-the-Radar Indie Folk Songs to Play at Your Band’s Next Show
6 Under-the-Radar Indie Folk Songs to Play at Your Band’s Next Show Indie folk is an enticing genre, as it seems like there are always new songs to discover. If you and your band are struggling to decide what songs to perform at …
3 Unique Songwriters That Crush Genre
Dylan Kanner – “Whale” If your day needs a sweet folky lullaby, then let me introduce you to your new favorite songwriter. “Whale” is a restrained track that embraces silence and beautiful vocals. It doesn’t try to be anything but present, and the …
Four gorgeous neoclassical pieces for a peaceful week
Sarah Coponat – “Whisper”-The title “Whisper” is a delightfully appropriate name for this piece. I love how the recording style allows you to hear the true mechanics of the sound. There are pedals and actual pieces of wood and string that make the …
A Playlist To Get You In That Sweet Weekend Mood
Welcome to the weekend! Some of you are planning on keeping busy (you know who you are… “those” people), others planning to binge something like Cheer on Netflix (I LOVE YOU, JERRY), or maybe doing absolutely nothing (you’re the real hero here). Whatever …
Rock Music Has to be Loud: Is This True?
Ringing ears after a rock concert are nothing new, but does the music have to be so loud? Some rock musicians will say that only sound at high volume can bring that overdriven tone of their Marshall amps. At low volume, it just …
