Neil Athale – “This is home” -I try not to be too autobiographical on this site, but less than two hours ago my wife and I purchased our “forever home.” There don’t need to be lyrics in a piece for a track like …
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Ten need-to-hear singer songwriters
Luke James Shaffer – “Slow Down” -Shaffer’s sound is, frankly, perfect for what we like to cover on this site. It’s definitely influenced by both folk and pop. What I love most, though, is the connection between the spirit of the music and …
Mid-week variety playlist – Check out TEN exciting new tracks!
The Vaughns – “Coffee Sundae” -There are certain voices that just epitomize the genre of indie pop and the Vaughns lead singer has that exact sound. The muted trumpet, saucy guitar licks, and overall jazzy pop flavor here makes for a desirable track. …
Calling all college rock stations – check out these bands!
Kid Bloom – “Parents House” -I love the groove on this track. The lyrics… uh… bring back memories. Ok? Let’s leave it at that. But honestly the whole theme and style of the track isn’t exactly for the family friendly radio station, but …
A variety playlist for your summer fun!
Joseph Wayne Miller – “I Wish I Was Wrong” -Miller’s vocal feels about as tried and true as the amber waves of grain. His lyrical choices are particularly interesting, too. It reads like a diary entry but lays over some really nice chill …
Artist Interview: Annika On Von Grey’s New EP, Songwriting, and The Success of Youth
At 22, Annika Von Grey is already somewhat of a seasoned veteran of the music scene. Having been classically trained and performing since she was 5, Annika and her sisters found success through their project Von Grey, at a young age. Playing on Letterman, Conan, while touring …
Catching the pulse of indie rock
ABQ – “Takes So Long” -If you’re into the 30 Seconds to Mars arena rock style, you’ll love ABQ. The up tempo rock vibe here is punctuated by really exciting vocal harmonies. The sound overall appeals to my long time interest in this …
Blues, Jazz, and Roots Country: Keeping Real Music Alive
One of the genres we cover proudly on this site is “roots” music. People disagree on what that means, but to us it’s a mash up of distinctly American music that is spiritually expressive, based in strings and vocals, with authentic lyrics. Here’s …
Five folk tracks for maximum chill
WELFARE – “What I know, I know with you” -This is a super chill folk track that has some lovely minor turns. Something about it feels like the 70s to my ears. I can’t quite put my finger on what it is. But …
Artist Interview: Greg Holden – With new video “On the Run”
We first found your music with “The Lost Boy” a few years ago, which was right before “Boys in the Street” took off. What do you anticipate will be the big single on the new album? Well, I’m still figuring out what the …
