Mamas Gun – “I Need a Win” -This UK-based band sounds like they came right out of Stax in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. In fact, the groove on this track is so good you’ll think you’re listening to an album from the early 70s. …
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Lunchtime Playlist March 21 – Talented singer songwriters making waves
Em Joy – “The Feast” -The contemplative piano and sweet vocal at the opening of Em Joy’s “The Feast” is simply amazing. I mean that… “simply” in that it’s just a piano and a voice… but still “amazing” because those instruments dance so …
Album Review: Jack Shields – Leaving California EP (January Battle of the Bands Winner)
Jack Shields has a really interesting classic rock vibe to his music. He reminds me a little bit of Tom Petty, honestly. The cracks in his voice and authentic lyrics feel like the real deal. It’s easy to hear why our astute readers …
Lunchtime Playlist March 20 – Five emerging indie pop bands
Orion Starchild – “Fire of Love” -Orion Starchild is one of the best complete acts we’ve discovered so far in 2018. From a catchy and interesting name to a truly unique sound, it’s a band that captures the “it” factor really well. Some …
Album Review: Lavender – You Are in the Right Place (Winner NMF Ep 80)
Lavender is a band that defies simple description. The sound might be described as rock most simply, but there are probably a dozen ways to elaborate on that in more specific ways. Here’s how I describe the sound: impactful, dynamic rock. That’s not …
Lunchtime Playlist March 19 – A relaxing vibe for the new week
Laryssa Birdseye – “No Matter What” -Birdseye has one of the sweetest natural voices we’ve heard in a long time. The song has a throwback vibe that we really enjoy, too. The soft jazzy swing beat is perfect for the intimate and engaging …
Chandler Juliet – “Coming Down”
This is an intriguing electro pop song from emerging artist Chandler Juliet. There’s a nice saucy groove to the bass line. The lead vocal from Juliet is cool and engaging. The lyrics are about falling for someone and addictively being drawn to them, …
Album Review: Strangers by Accident – Reckless (Winner NMF Ep 79)
Strangers by Accident are a rock-based folk outfit. Their sound reminds me of bands like the Wind and the Wave or even Little Hurricane. It’s a saucy style that keeps me coming back for more. The first track “Dealer” has great grungy guitars …
Lunchtime Playlist March 16: Five need to know singer songwriters
“Why Don’t You Answer Your Telephone?” – David Ford David Ford invokes a sense of soul in this bluesy tune that is rarely seen in modern songwriting. He weaves an intimate story of loss and heartbreak over a melody fit for the subject. …
Lunchtime Playlist March 15: An eclectic mix for the Ides of March
We don’t really have any reason to “celebrate” the Ides of March. It’s kind of a morbid memory, honestly. But we do have five eclectic songs that will give you something to ponder over lunchtime. Joel Levi – “Will We Ever Change?” -Whether …
