Joe Holtaway – “Death to the IDF” This is a striking song that left me breathless. The songwriting is incredibly heartbreaking and meditative, and although Holtaway has became my favorite songwriter, I wish his songs were no longer needed. Lyrically, it speaks for …
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Three For Tuesday: 3 Buzzworthy Acts
Essential Machine – “Waiting” There is an interesting dynamic with this Pittsburgh rock act. They have an Arcade Fire quality to them in how they sermonize while still rocking. In “Waiting” we find the act pushing back on a world on fire. They …
3 Can’t Miss Artists
chAMBER LANe – “Lost & Found” “Lost & Found” is the perfect self affirming anthem for our current mess of a world. The track is the product of an artist who is coming out of a mentally challenging time, and listeners are better …
The Best Intermediate Guitar Lesson Tips To Improve Fast
Are you ready to take your guitar playing to the next level? After conquering the basics, the world of intermediate guitar opens up a wealth of exciting possibilities. Transitioning to intermediate guitar playing involves more than just learning new power chords. It’s about …
I Wish I Didn’t Have to Share This . . .
Joe Holtaway – “So Hard to See It All” I could comment on the clever take on Dylan. I could share about the lyricism and talented arrangement. Truth be told, it is. But the content speaks for itself. I stand in agreement. I …
Perfect Summer Tracks (Part 2)
Harmony Redford – “Past Tense” This was just too good a track not to cover. The indie warmth style is a near perfect track to include in any summer playlist. Her singing reminds us a bit of Courtney Barnett or even Wet Leg, …
Perfect Summer Tracks (Part 1)
Chloe Foy – “Blinkers” Readers of our site will recognize the name Chloe Foy. The UK songwriter has been a favorite of ours for years at this point. Her expressive vocals are ripe with edge and suspicion, even when she sings a sort …
Two New and Intriguing Rock Tracks
Mr. Gnome – “Not This Time, Devil” Living in Ohio, we are biased for this incredible two piece. They have steadily crafted tight and intriguing music for years and have recently broken through to a larger and deserving audience. On “Not This Time, …
Modern Moxie: Grunge Infused Rock With Gaming Sensibility
Modern Moxie – “RPG” Yes, the title refers to what you think. This post grunge act love gaming. But what they are able to do on RPG” is interestingly mix fantasy with harsh Matrix style reality. The result is a burning track we …
Post-Grunge Rockers Deafhound Build a Breathtaking Wall of Sound
Deafhound – “Tummy” We love the shoe gaze forward sound of Portland act Deafhound. Sonically, it will remind listeners of the creative wall of sound created in the post grunge era. Vocally, it is pushed further behind this wall but ads a biting …
