The prolific act øzwald are back with what we believe to be their finest tracks. Within their ambitious decision to release two albums a year, while touring with their original act (Lifehouse), the duo has been able to hone what makes the project …
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Lone Lake Shine on Impressive “Older”
Lone Lake – “Older” The second single from this duo has us feeling all the feels. The act mainly worked over voice memos sent back and forth to each other, before recording in Austin, TX. The beauty found here, reminiscent of The National, …
Searing New Rock Tracks From Under appreciated Talent
Camens – “Poltergeist” UK rockers Camens have returned in ’22, just when we needed them most. The act have a new 5 song EP due out soon, and this is their first wildly impressive first single. “Poltergeist” is a ghostly love story which …
The Dandys Make a Gem out of “Lemons”
The Dandys – “Lemons” A song about a low point in the artist’s mental health, “Lemons” captures the mania that can follow. The sound is dizzying at times, but provides an anthemic arena rock sing-a-long. The Dandys are able to take an all …
Perfect Tracks to Stuff Your Musical Basket
CIEL – “Fine Everything” The dark brooding shoe gazey style here is incredible. We love the rock style of Michele Hindricks, but her latest project might just be her best. There is a ’90’s style vibe we get from the sound of CIEL, …
Stephanie Hatzinikolis Summons Elliot Smith on Beautiful “Runnin to You”
Stephanie Hatzinikolis – “Runnin’ to You” We loved this track from the first beautiful note. Her piano style on “Runnin’ to You” carries the track but it is her songwriting that breaks our collective hearts. The track carries a hopeful spirit, written to …
Must Hear Indie Rock Acts
Tennis Courts – “To Feel Young” There is too much to like about “To Feel Young” to list here. Whether it be the guitar tone, which is beautifully masterful, or the anthemic vocals that soar to packed stadium levels, the band shines. Tennis …
Favorite Songwriters: Alix Page, Luke Sital-Singh, and Matilda Cole
Alix Page – “June Gloom” “June Gloom” gives us endless feels. The ability of Page to craft poignant lyrics, is on par with artists already on your playlists, while her discipline in letting the track breathe, shows the act’s maturity. It is introspective, …
The BEST New Indie Rock Acts
Dropper – “Waste of Time” This is a classic New York City band. The cool swagger of Dropper is palpable on “Waste of Time”. Their sound reminds listeners of lots of great acts both past and present. However, with their gaze toward the …
Steph Sandor Shines on Soulful “Present”
Steph Sandor – “Present” We are not sure anyone could possibly resist falling immediately in love with the music of Steph Sandor. The soulful artist has an absolutely gripping style on “Present”. Carried with a bluesy guitar part, her vocals are smoky, showing …
