Talker – “Learning the Feeling” The self-described “grunge pop” style of Talker is a beautifully modern commentary on the times we find ourselves in. There is an undoubted edge to the sound, yet it is extremely catchy and even dips unapologetically into the …
All posts by Matt Simon (770)
Santa Approved Original Holiday Playlist
Here are some original holiday tracks to keep you upright and singing along. Hang in there. It is almost the New Year. Nadia Vaeh – “Holidazed and Confused” The sardonic pop songstress showcases her talent on the holiday original. This one is both …
Matt’s Top Albums of 2019
With the year (and decade) coming to a close, I reflect fondly on the year in music. With turbulent times, comes great art. 2019 perfectly captures the uncertainty, frustration, and isolation many of us feel. While there were many “top” albums, I decided …
4 “Best of 2019” Contenders
SYML – “Take Me Apart” Artist SYML is having a moment. Recently selling out shows across the world and in the midst of a US tour, the artist released an impressive 2019 debut LP before releasing an equally intriguing single, “Take Me Apart”. It is …
Two Must Hear Folk/Americana Artists
Baneful Town – “Flare Gun Eyes” A lot happens within this criminally short 2 minute track. The Canadian duo blends layers of sound and beauty almost effortlessly. It is folk, yes, but the way “Flare Gun Eyes” is crafted makes it accessible to …
Pass the Nog!!!!! Original Holiday Tracks to Festivate to
With December comes a deluge of Holiday tunes. Some of them good. Some of them awful. Many of them so awful, they are kinda good. There is no escaping this (trust us, we tried) the tidal wave of Christmas tracks. Working on the …
Your Essential Thanksgiving Playlist
The Brilliance – “How Do We Know“ This one carries an almost spiritual pondering to it. The band asks existential questions throughout the criminally short track amidst drum machines and keys. “How Do We Know” serves as a foretaste of what we are …
Christmas Tracks to Ho Ho Ho To
For many, myself included, the time before December and after Halloween are filled with dread. No matter how good natured we attempt to be, the early push of Christmas music brings out the Grinch in us. Granted, there are not many good Thanksgiving …
3 Absolutely Amazing Songwriters
Sonofdov “King of the World” The music of songwriter Sonofdov makes me feel something different with every listen. The talented musician from New Jersey is able to layer a song with creative arrangements and haunting lyrics that build into something as heartbreaking as …
Talented Thursday Playlist
Audio Dope – “Chrome” We sincerely dig artists who can do more, with less. Swiss artist Audio Dope does just this. His minimal approach to downtempo electronic music is refreshing and peaceful. “Chrome” is perfect for a late night creative session, long drive, …
