Gavin Cooley – “The Bridge”-Cooley has a songwriting style that articulately crosses between familiar acoustic and experimental chill rock. The blend, then, brings forth some glowing insights that feel almost shoegaze. When you add in the gentle, near-whispered vocal, you come away with …
Category: Acoustic
Brand new releases from folk, singer songwriter, and indie rock – something for everyone!
Sam Lynch – “Not My Body”-Sam Lynch is an incredible singer. Full stop. That’s really all I need to say about this song. But you know what? It also packs a powerful lyrical punch as well. Stylistically it’s a dash of jazz with …
Wildwood Kin: Near Perfect Folk Rock Gold
Wildwood Kin – “Never Alone” There are certain artists who immediately draw you in with their professionalism. In the music industry, it is easy to “fake it” in some ways, but in the end, talent always breaks through. THIS is one of those …
Contemplative neoclassical music for your midweek
Minismus – “Century”-Neoclassical music doesn’t need to be in a hurry. It can slowly develop from a peaceful place. That’s what this minimalist sound from Minismus does. There’s no massive orchestral arrangement here. It develops carefully with a melody you’ve never heard before. …
We’re back with some fantastic new folk music
Andrew Phelan – “That’s How”-Okay so brace yourself for these lyrics. It’s about (wait for it…) drinking. But it’s also about moderation. The verses are definitely worth your attention. They’ll have you laughing, thinking of old friends, and remembering to cut yourself off …
Troy Kokol: Seasoned Songwriter Wins Awards and Hearts
Endearingly catchy. That is the most concise description we can come up with for Canadian songwriter Tory Kokol. With over 200 tracks to his name, the seasoned artist recently released “Lightbulb” off his Lonely Ghost album. The track crosses genre restrictions with a …
Album Review: Anna Tivel – The Question
I first discovered Anna Tivel when she was singing with Jeffrey Martin, one of my favorite singer songwriters. But then through the alchemy of the Muse, I ended up falling for Tivel’s songwriting as well. Her songwriting is poetic and engaging, telling the …
Folk and Americana to sooth the soul
Titus Calderbank – “Mistakes”-This is one of the most impressive, dynamic Americana songs I’ve heard in years. I had never heard Calderbank’s name before clicking play on this song, but he won me over immediately. There’s a power in the vocal that really …
Featured Single: Mabes – “Saint”
Striking. This song is strikingly beautiful. I’ve long been a fan of the “girl and her guitar” style. Here with Mabes we discover a questioning, puzzled lyrical style that reveals a heart of seeking. It’s about self discovery with an enchanting acoustic guitar …
Mid-week potpourri playlist – songs about life, love, and loss
Hugo M Hardy – “Swallow Your Words”-If you’re looking for a song that can apply to many different situations, this easy going pop-flavored song from Hugo M Hardy will do the trick. It’s complex in places, but also accessible for anyone who has …
