The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers – “Wilderness”-This song will get you clapping your hands and singing. It’s got more spirit in one line than some entire albums being made today. I appreciate the harmonies OBVIOUSLY, but the entire energy of the track is …
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Three folk-flavored singer songwriters for your pre-feast listening
Brother Ryan – “Seasons”-There’s a magical feel to this track that I can’t quite put into words. I guess it’s the electric guitars that crescendo and rise throughout the track. The pop style vocals work really well with the overall energy. The understated …
Three captivating indie folk tunes that’ll make you take notice
J Lind – “So it goes”-I rarely even read the “copy” on new music, let alone quote it, but this one is incredible. It says this song was inspired by “the allegorical lyricism of Leonard Cohen, the style of Randy Newman, and the …
Three folk singer songwriters to get your week going
Tom Butler – “The Storm”-This is a beautiful, tragic, glorious song. They say the blues are the purest form of heartache, but I’m pretty sure this is acoustic folk that bleeds all over the world. The line, “we mourned the memories we could’ve …
Three new folk tracks for excitement and renewal
Sophie Morgan – “Unwinnable war”-The relaxing acoustic guitar on this piece will pull you in, but Morgan’s graceful tone and articulation are really what make it stand out. The lyrical content about being stuck in a war with no end… well, that’s about …
Three indie rock tracks to liven up your weekend
Yukon Blonde – “YGTT”-This track has a little bit of funky, a little bit of sass, and a lot of good time. If you’ve ever been infatuated with someone for their looks or their swagger, you’ll enjoy this track. There’s not much for …
Three neoclassical pieces to bring calm in uncertain times
Tristan Eckerson – “Soma”-The timing of this piece is really captivating, pulling the listener in right from the start. It’s almost hypnotic in the way the left hand waltzes and the right hand tells a story. The combination is quintessential neoclassical writing. I …
Three indie folk songs to prepare you for the weekend
Taylor Nathan – “Devil and the deep blue sea”-The acoustic singer songwriter style is a quick way to get my attention, but not many artists can keep me intrigued. Nathan’s songwriting prowess echoes the classics while forging its own identity. I am pleasantly …
Three throwback Americana tunes that’ll remind you of the good ole days
Alison Self – “Whiskey drunk”-I love me some honkytonk music, so it’s great to hear this new tune from Alison Self. Self’s writing feels timeless, for sure. There are some clever lyrics, especially the one about the high horse. It’s a good “go …
Three unique rock jams to make your midweek a little more rowdy
The Drives – “All this boredom”-The production on this track is just about as perfect as I can imagine. I love the mix between the guitars and the vocals. I’m always a huge fan of a quality lead vocal with harmony highlights. The …
