The Convertibles – “Last October”-There’s something satisfyingly raw about this track. I don’t say that as an insult to the production, though, because it is actually quite polished. But the desperation in the vocal mixed with the attitude at the center of the …
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Three folk singer songwriters that will remind you of the magic of music discovery
imstillFranci – “King”-If you’ve been around the site much this year, you know I’m a total sucker for the introspective folk singer songwriters that are emerging lately. This song fits in that scene perfectly, sonically feeling a bit more indie pop than folk, …
A pair of country tracks that will make you glad you follow indie music and not the mainstream radio
King Kyote – “Blackbird”-The energy of this track is engaging right from the start. I hesitate to compare the vocal to Chris Stapleton, but there is definitely some similar intonation and style going on. This track has an easygoing energy that makes the …
Three tracks in the rock family of genres that go in different yet interesting directions
Marmalade – “Houston”-Maybe you’d call it chill rock music… or alt rock… or at times some version of pop rock. But this track from Marmalade has elements that I appreciate. The melody pushes along nicely and the vocal harmonies are really well done. …
Three beautiful folk singer songwriter songs that will make you take pause
Cole Swensen – “Weaving”-This is a song about ending a relationship with the softest, most generous spirit. It’s a song about realizing that the relationship was meaningful and important, but it’s time for it to end. There’s a grace to this recording that’s …
Three indie pop tunes that will get you ready for an introspective weekend
Annie Lee Rose – “Pretty Girls Cry”-There’s a minimalist production in the opening of this song that captured my attention… and then the vocal enters the track and definitely won me over. The introspective, thoughtful lyrics are amazing. “You’re a shitty guy with …
Three indie rock tracks to bring some up tempo vibes to your week
Clover County – “Ultraviolet”-The energy of this track feels like it takes elements of 80s, 90s, and more recent rock and rolled it into a wholly new sound. I appreciate the brightness of the percussion and bounce that the track has. But the …
Three cathartic, acoustic singer songwriters that will stop you in your tracks
Adeline Lopez – “Drink Up”-Sometimes you can hear the weather and experience in someone’s life because of gruffness, but in this voice from Adeline Lopez there’s a sense of that same difficulty in the lyrics. The voice, on the other hand, is beautiful …
Three authentic folk singer songwriters you’ll want to share with your friends
Bryant Roses – “Leave It Shining”-It’s really difficult to find authentic folk music that stands out from the crowd. When I clicked on this track from Bryant Roses I was struck by both the quality of the fingerpicking and the authenticity of the …
Three acoustic singer songwriters that go perfectly with your fall beverage of choice
Aleks Gray – “Please Come Home”-There’s a lovely peaceful energy to this track that connects immediately. The cathartic acoustic guitar work definitely stands out from the crowd. It feels like holding a warm cup of your favorite beverage, warming your hands and smelling …
