When the Shady Lake Ramblers started making music back in 2011, they never thought they would become household names in the Americana scene. Lead banjo and klavier specialist Mathieu Simon (pronounced SY-monnn) said, “we were just two guys with a stringed instrument, a …
Category: Folk
The 3 Best Indie Tracks You Need to Hear
Sabel – “Mirth Drive” This one gives us all the feels at once. “Mirth Drive” is an impressive and beautiful exploration into the changes of life, both positive and negative. Backed by an all-female band, the sound itself gives incredible support to the …
Patch Kid: Can’t Miss Indie Rock With Heart
The music of Patch Kid are energizing and extremely upbeat. The new EP, Guts, is a classic piece of lo fi rock goodness akin to acts like Cloud Nothings and Japandroids but with it’s own style and rock grace. The lead single, “Ain’t …
A little bit of everything – exciting music across the musical spectrum
X-Stylez – “Caffeine”-I am appropriately enjoying a cup of coffee as I write this piece. I am going to go ahead and say that this song is not *only* about a cup of coffee, but you know it’s still pretty darn fun. It’s …
Inspiring Americana in spring 2019
Daniel Donato – “Sweet tasting Tennessee”-Since Nashville is in Tennessee, there are an inordinate number of songs written about that state. This love song to a place and people from Daniel Donato is enough to put a smile on anyone. It’s easy going, …
These singer songwriters can change your life – March 2019
Jamie Yost – “Ravens”-Something about Yost’s vocal reminds me of Ben Abraham, so of course I like it. There’s a poetic phrasing to Yost’s songwriting that reminds me a bit of Isbell. If you know about my love for those artists, you’ll understand …
The Genre Bending Sounds of Nikita Afonso
We love the new single by Afonso. Her ability to craft a captivating indie honest track, while still having a killer sound and catchy chorus is near perfect. It is almost impossible not to sing along to “Holy My Heart”, and we dare …
Meet Emma Elisabeth: : : Your New Favorite Singer Songwriter
For her new single, the young singer songwriter worked with Victor Van Vugt, who has mixed for the likes of PJ Harvey and Nick Cave. One listen to “Pilot” will assure you that this was a perfect genre decision. Her expressive art is …
Fleurie Shines With Dreamy Indie Pop
“More than anything, I want my music to take people into a dreamlike state,” says artist Fleurie. “At first that might feel like escapism, but over time it can pull you deeper into your emotions. I want my songs to help people to …
Featured Single: Alexander Wolfe – “Catherine”
This song is so real it hurts. It’s not for your kids to hear. It’s not for your prudish neighbor. This is a song about a broken past relationship, with all the beautiful, erotic, and terrible moments all rolled into one. If you’re …
