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Matt Simon was raised on classic rock and Neil Diamond, though his tastes have expanded greatly since. It is his strongly held belief that the Midwest produces everything good in this world and will gladly discuss that fact over coffee. All the major events in his life have a soundtrack attached to it like an audio scrapbook. He loves to listen to the likes of Jessica Lea Mayfield and Frank Turner; wishes he was as cool as Josh Homme, and still foolishly believes that Led Zeppelin will reunite. He resides near Cleveland, Ohio.
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3 Contemplative Songwriters For Your Fall Playlist

Will Samson – “Flowerbed“ It is difficult to describe “Flowerbed” without using words like timeless, dreamy, and beautiful. The expansive and deliberate sound comes from an artist who is at a crossroads. After the sudden loss of his father, and struggling with shades …

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  • November 5, 2019 /
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Talented Songwriter Jack Shields Shines on A Curious Year

Songwriter Jack Shields is beginning to hit his stride as a rising artist with the release of A Curious Year. Within it’s 8 song spin, Shields proves that as an artist, he stands out in the pack of young and talented artists. His …

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  • October 24, 2019 /
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Soul Rock and a Electronica Legend in our Weekly Best

Marcus King – “The Well” Coming from the rubber city Akron, Ohio, we have grown up on blues rock. The Black Keys have helped to keep sharp guitar riffs in style for the last decade. So without hesitation, we jumped on the tracks …

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  • October 22, 2019 /
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The Ballroom Thieves Continue to Impress

If you haven’t had the joy of experiencing the music of The Ballroom Thieves, allow this to be your glorious introduction. The trio has two rather impressive albums behind them, and have released a few singles in hopes of piquing interest for the …

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  • October 8, 2019 /
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Breakout Artist : : : Indie Hip Soul Blending Cautious Clay

“Ever since I started playing music, it was always about the feel,” says Josh Karpeh, AKA Cautious Clay. “There are a lot of things in art that you can learn by practicing or studying, but feel’s not one of them. It’s something you’ve …

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  • September 26, 2019 /
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Post Rock: : : : Heron and Still Motions Soar Past Genre

Still Motions – “Through Doubt, Comes Clarity” The build is a necessity when working within the instrumental musical space. This band has long mastered such a skill. Their crafting of an immersive and inviting experience is near perfect, as they blend creative instrumentation …

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  • September 24, 2019 /
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Tuesday 3: The Best Tracks You Will Hear

Simen Mitlid – “Reality Tsars” Hailing from Norway, songwriter Simen Mitlid crafts intricate and lush soundscapes equal to his picturesque homeland. His dreamy vocals play wonderfully with a swelling sound which illicit nostalgia and beautiful thoughts of another world. What makes Mitlid such …

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  • September 17, 2019 /
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Marny Proudfit: Breathtaking Songwriting

Ever once and awhile, when the musical forces that be grant us extended grace, we come across a song that strikes us immediately before nestling deep into our battered soul. Such a track meets listeners where they are, expressing some deep truth about …

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  • September 10, 2019 /
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Hollow Coves Craft Incredibly Heartfelt Folk

The Brisbane duo known as Hollow Coves strive for more than simply making hits. While their talent is in many ways unmatched and more than capable of generating an audience (the over 40 million streams of versions of “The Woods” is proof), the …

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  • September 5, 2019 /
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Hard Working Indie Weekend Jams

Alexa Rose – “Like A Child” This North Carolina songstress has an incredible sound that beautifully embodies the heart of true country and Americana. Sharing the stage with the likes of Jessica Lea Mayfield and The Wild Reeds, Rose is due for her …

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  • August 31, 2019 /
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