What can you really know about a band’s name? We come across quite a lot every month, some of them incredible, and some not so much. If we are being honest, a name can either turn us off or more willing to cover …
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3 Incredibly Chill and Dreamy Tracks
Caleb Harris – “A Day in June” The songwriting here is incredible. Layered over impressively intimate guitar work, “A Day in June” gives listeners everything needed for an emotive musical exploration. Harris crafts a perfectly chilled but emotive sonic experience. The vocals transport …
Ivan Hartle: A Rising Blues Folk Phenom
The background of Ivan Hartle is found in remnants throughout his expressive sound. Being raised around a heavy stream of classic and influential music, Hartle moved to the southern part of the United States, which we are sure further developed his art. Now …
Heron Return With Feel Inducing Post Rock Track
Pennsylvania act Heron have been on our radar for awhile now. The expressive band are able to craft near classic sounds by bouncing through various genres unhindered. For “Light”, the band explores a post rock sound that could easily be a B-Side of …
The Shyp Rock With Dirty Blues and Lots of Heart
While we come across roughly 2,000 acts each month, there are certain styles that grab our attention immediately. After all, we are still music fans. For me, gritty blues rock will always require a deeper listen and make my ears perk up. The …
West Coast Weekend Provide Near Perfect Summer Jam
There is much to like from indie pop rockers West Coast Weekend. Their sound builds perfectly in “Heart Attack” – complete with a killer electro infused guitar solo – while perfecting a layered sound that impresses throughout. Lyrically, this is where the tune …
Jack Shields Builds Expressive and Dreamy Folk
The music of singer songwriter Jack Shields is so close to our heart, that we had no choice but to cover his new single “Ghost”. A perfectly layered track that easily pours out of your speakers and into your heart, it tells of …
You Have to Listen to Lauran Hibberd
“Don’t tell me stories, I’ll write songs about them” states growingly prolific songwriter Lauran Hibberd. The storyteller is beginning to hit her musical stride, while releasing some of the most catchy and compelling singles we have heard recently. Various media outlets have recently …
ELKI Dances Her Way Into Our New Favorite Music Video
We are suckers for a great music video. While many dismiss the medium as remnants of a bygone era, we strive to find the artists that continue to break new ground in the saturated art form. Recently, we came across one of the …
2 Must Hear Indie Pop Acts
Marsicans – “Too Good” If you not hip to the UK indie pop act Marsicans yet, then let this be your introduction. This is what pop should be. Catchy, dance-inducing, and energetic, the band showcase their talent with the VEVO DSCVR live performance …
