Sometimes the hardest thing about writing for this website is staying true to ourselves. WE get submissions from all over the world in a variety of genres. Sometimes it can be hard to stay true to ourselves, so here’s a post to get …
Category: Blues
Ten need-to-hear singer songwriters
Luke James Shaffer – “Slow Down” -Shaffer’s sound is, frankly, perfect for what we like to cover on this site. It’s definitely influenced by both folk and pop. What I love most, though, is the connection between the spirit of the music and …
Blues, Jazz, and Roots Country: Keeping Real Music Alive
One of the genres we cover proudly on this site is “roots” music. People disagree on what that means, but to us it’s a mash up of distinctly American music that is spiritually expressive, based in strings and vocals, with authentic lyrics. Here’s …
3 Of Thursday’s Best Tracks
Natalie Shay – “Perfume” The 19 year old electro pop artist Natalie Shay, has a talent that well surpasses her time on this earth. The blend of style and substance on her new track both nods at the past while capturing the present musical …
A Beautiful Blend of Tuesday Grooves
Liza – “1 Girl, 2 Cups” / “Vladimir” You know when you are listening to the music of Liza. There is something strangely haunting about how the artist crafts tracks. With no expediency or rush, they make music that clings to souls and airbuds with …
An alt rock playlist to help you get weird this weekend – Lunchtime Playlist May 4
Virginia Man – “King and I” -I’m a total sucker for the kind of optimistic, open sound that Virginia Man create on this track. There’s so much sad, sullen, dingy rock out there. I am looking for this type of raw emotion that …
Five super fresh tracks – Lunchtime Playlist April 26
David Davis – “Little Mo Betta” -If you’re looking for a feel-good track, this one is sure to get you going. It’s a fun, dance tune that will put you in mind of acts like the Jackson Five. The pop soul vibe is …
Lunchtime Playlist March 22 – An Americana grab-bag of goodies
Mamas Gun – “I Need a Win” -This UK-based band sounds like they came right out of Stax in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. In fact, the groove on this track is so good you’ll think you’re listening to an album from the early 70s. …
The 7 Can’t Miss Tracks From This Week
Fulton Lee – “Baby Blue” We have been wanting to share this one for awhile. This is a rare gem of a track that has you from the first soulful note. Fulton Lee is a blast from the past 20 year old artist …
Choice Cuts to Start Your Week
It’s not really spring yet, but some warmer temps around here has us seeing the sunny side of life. We eagerly anticipate flowers and warm breezes. Here’s a playlist that celebrates the optimism of the coming season. They’re not all lyrically positive, but …
