Becca Roth is one of the most talented singer songwriters I discovered in 2016. Her vocal quality is consistently impressive and her songwriting is personal, evocative, and genuine. As I listen to the tracks on this excellent EP, I can’t help but feel …
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Three of the Catchiest Songs We Heard This Week
Evan Magee – “Starve” The description tells you all you need to know: “if you’re feeling salty about your ex, you should share this song.” A classic break up song, this short lamentation will call to mind acts like the Lumineers and George …
New Music Friday – Episode 24 – Vote in the poll to decide who wins a full album review!
New Music Friday is one of our favorite features on the site. Bands seem to like it as well since it brings many eyes and ears to the music. But here’s what is sad – far too many people just come here to …
King Washington – LA Rockers Might Just Be the Future of Rock
Los Angeles’ King Washington are prepping a new album, and it’s going to be huge. Drawing from diverse inspirations such as Grizzly Bear, REM, and Kings of Leon, their first single “My Reflection” reveals a fresh sound that may be the future of …
Album Review: The Sweeplings – Covers Ch. 1 and Winter’s Call
Unfortunately we missed the Sweeplings for 2015, so we invite you to check out their album Rise and Fall. But they have presented us with some pretty amazing music in the meantime, including some winter songs perfect for this holiday season. Let me …
Three Americana Acts for a Holiday Week
There’s lots of Christmas music out there, but what would Thanksgiving music sound like if we had it? I’ll go ahead and assert that it would be Americana. It would be at times brash, but other times really quaint and enjoyable. Here we …
Three Different Versions of Modern Folk Music
Folk music has taken on some interesting evolutions over the centuries. There are timeless forms of folk and some others that feel new and unique. We often feature emerging folk bands here that take on different takes in these traditions. These three acts …
New Music Friday – Episode 23 – Vote in the poll to decide who wins a full album review!
As we continue to develop these New Music Friday playlists, it becomes increasingly difficult to decide who can make the cut. There’s a ton of great music out there. Maybe you’ve even sent us one of your tracks. We’re working on it, honestly. …
The Many Faces of 21st Century Rock Music
Rock can take on many different textures and tones. Here we have several emerging artists in the rock vein who approach the music in unique ways. What does it take to be rock? Well the guitar, the bass, and the drums seem necessary. …
Two Acoustic EPs You Need to Hear: Kyle Cox and Jeremiah Daly
Anyone who has followed our site over the past year knows that managing editor Greg Jones is a big fan of sincere singer songwriters. Being able to find someone who can deliver a witty or thoughtful lyric over a well-played acoustic guitar is …
