There are few acts as influential to the current musical landscape than The Strokes. We hear it every day in the hundreds of acts who submit music to us. Some are blatant in their reverence, while others are more subliminally influenced. All of …
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FANTASTIC Folk February – A 10-song digital music festival
Mike Stocksdale – “Wishes and Wants”-If you are looking for solid fingerpicking and thoughtful lyricism, you’ll enjoy this track. Stocksdale has a grasp of the contemporary culture in a way that we want our troubadours to have. He’s got a sense of wisdom …
A quick four-song indie pop list for you and your friends
The Laughing Heart – “You can count on me”-If you think of Randy Newman when you click play on this track, I assure you that you are not alone. It’s got that feel good vibe to it that will have you thinking of …
YouTube Gem – Joseph – NYE (Live Performance)
Do you ever just listen/watch a song or YouTube clip over and over because it feels like it physically or mentally lifts you up? That’s what this version of NYE from the band Joseph did for me this week. I just needed it… …
Exploring the indie rock landscape in February 2020
Gran Cavallo – “No matter”-The syncopated beat and the saucy attitude in the vocals make this an excellent indie rock track. The riff on the guitars sets a mood that is definitely worth checking out. Some of the dissonant elements may not resonate …
Lea Porcelain: Lush and Beautiful Acoustic
Lea Porcelain – “Future Hurry Slow” This German duo has an incredible feel for crafting affectingly personal tracks. Listeners are transported to another environment when listening to tracks like “Future Hurry Slow”. After a heavy week, I felt my cares melt – or …
Mellowdine: : : Downtempo, Soul Soothing Goodness
Mellowdine – “Apart” If you are like me, every now and then you need to listen to a more subdued artist to sort of cleanse the palette of your week. With boundless amounts of music coming our way, we typically have an embarrassment …
Indie Rock Acts You Need to Hear
My Ugly Clementine – “Try Me” There is a ton to love about this four-piece Austrian act. The slow burning “Try Me” is both an indie lullaby as well as a glimpse into the beginning of a fantastic rock act. The track sways …
Featuring emerging neo-soul artist Jake Isaac
There’s not much I can say about this track or this artist that you won’t hear with your own ears by pressing play. The spirit in his vocal takes over the track. If you miss artists like Otis Redding and Percy Sledge from …
Three moving neoclassical pieces to add to your collection
Lars Jakob Rudjord – “Night sky”-Rudjord’s playing style is very emotional. You can hear in each line that he’s expressing something personal. This is part of what I love about neoclassical as a genre overall. This piece will have you taking a nice …
