Shay Obray – “Forget me not”-This was the type of song that I liked from the beginning, but it continued to grow the more I listened. The lead vocal is expressive and familiar. One of the things I love about the song (and, …
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Beautiful acoustic piano track – Thomas Haueter – “Prelude I in C Major, BWV 846”
Thomas Haueter – “Prelude I in C Major, BWV 846”-No, we didn’t turn into a classical music blog over night. This track was submitted under the genre of “acoustic,” which it most certainly is… and it’s stunning. I don’t always know what to …
New bluegrass single: “Moonshine Mack” by Lucas Pasley
Lucas Pasley – “Moonshine Mack”-If you’re a fan of old fashioned picking, you’ll find a lot to like on this traditional bluegrass tune from Lucas Pasley. The lyrics are endearing, featuring a grandfather with a penchant for moonshine and “a heart of gold.” …
Featured Single: Maximilien Gomart – Only A Few Steps Away
Maximilien Gomart – “Only A Few Steps Away”-A well played piano with a chilled out beat gets the song going on this unique track from Maximilien Gomart. It’s a dash of pop with some intriguing folksy elements as well. The overall sound feels …
Featured Single: Cole Swensen – “Boy from your magazine”
Cole Swensen – “Boy from your magazine”-We’ve been covering Cole Swensen for a while now, but after this most recent find I had to dig in a bit more on his work. I checked out his Instagram, which is incredible. It captures his …
Featured Single: Taylor Burlage – “Gone Sometimes”
Taylor Burlage – “Gone Sometimes”-From the first time I clicked play on this track, I could feel the Americana soul emanating from it. Burlage has a sincere vocal style that we’re certainly happy to support. The expressive fiddle work in the background creates …
Three indie rock tracks that will upend your assumptions about the genre
Bad Ape – “I want to fly”-The dynamic production on this song is absolutely impressive. I’ve been covering indie rock for over a decade and this is one of the best tracks I’ve heard in terms of pure production. I appreciate how the …
Three tracks with a delightful spin on the indie folk genre
Dan Croll – “Talk to you”-The first time I tried to write about this song, I spent the entire time dancing in my chair instead of actually writing. I feel like that’s a pretty good assessment of how I feel about the song. …
Three folk rock tracks that will get your toes tapping
Fantastic Cat – “Keep me in your heart”-Take a Tom Petty vibe with a dash of Dylan’s styling and you have this track from Fantastic Cat. I realize those are some big names to drop, but I guarantee you’ll hear it by the …
Three singer songwriters that bring a creative spin to their emerging new music
Mori – “Georgia”-I’m not gonna say it… I’m not gonna say it… ok, this song reminds me a lot of Dodie Clark and Tessa Violet. But please… listen to Mori for her own style and substance. There’s such a gorgeous sweetness to this …
