*This list is curated by co-editor Greg Jones 10) Blackwood Station – “Let Me Down Gently”-To no one’s surprise, it’s an acoustic singer songwriter that leads off my top 10 this year. I hadn’t heard Blackwood Station before this one, but it’s easy …
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2023 Song of the Year List, 20-11
*This list is curated by co-editor Greg Jones 20) J.M. Clifford – “Complicated Man”-One of the themes that has always attracted me to quality music is the connection between the sacred and the profane. Clifford’s “Complicated Man” features both much like icons like …
Three outstanding singer songwriters to end the year on a… (wait for it)… high note
East Harbor – “Exosphere”-Fans of folksy rock music are going to find a lot to like about the crisp, pop-flavored sound of East Harbor. There’s an instant likeability factor to this song that I can’t quite capture, but you just feel like you …
Three new folk tunes that will bring joy to your spirit at the end of 2023
John Constantine – “What happened to sunshine”-As an avid lover of folk music and good harmonies, I fell for this song right away. Everything from the delicate acoustic guitar to the beautiful layered harmonies all work for me on this one. It’s a …
Three outstanding indie rock tracks to add to your upbeat playlist
Everyday Dogs – “Coworkers”-I don’t always approve a song because of the chorus, but this one definitely was in that category. There’s a chromatic chord change and some fantastic harmonies that really make it pop. I’m not even sure what subgenre to call …
Three indie folk songs that bring charming harmonies to meaningful melodies
The Coo – “Something’s Turned”-Every time I’ve clicked play on this song, I’ve had to look and see who it was. The Coo is the name of the artist, but I’ll be durned if I haven’t thought of both Adam Melchor as well …
Featured Single: Laundry Boys – “American Confidence” chilled out groove with smile-inducing lyrics
Laundry Boys – “American Confidence”-Every time I’ve listened to this song, it has made me smile. If you’re anything like me, you know people in your life who have a wry sense of humor and just exude coolness. This track has that kind …
Three energetic, pop-influenced singer songwriters that you’ll want to follow forever
Emelia – “The Circle”-It took me until the end of the first verse to get my jaw off the floor… then I realized not only do I love this voice, but I have covered it before. Emelia has one of those voices that …
Three unique alt pop tunes that will bring energy this late November
Lyncs – “Dancing on the Freeway”-I’ve covered Lyncs a few times in the past, so when I saw this artist name submission I was excited to hear the new track. There’s a pop energy to the track that absolutely begs to dance while …
Three understated and beautiful indie pop tracks that have you in your feelings
Niamh Evans – “Fingers Crossed”-“In my head there is a version of you that is so in love.” Wow. The lyrics of this song are heartbreaking and they cover the theme of heartbreak. It’s looking back on a relationship at some of the …
