Claire Connors – “Alone again”-Whew. “How could you treat me like that? Thought I wanted you so bad.” This is a heartbreak song. It’s also an angry song about someone who was not a good person in a relationship. It’s a special kind …
Category: Indie Pop
Three tracks that leave genre conventions behind and captivate audiences
Ray Turner – “Friendly Fire”-Whether you call it alt or R&B, this track from Ray Turner brings some absolute heat. It’s got a great beat, some nice guitar licks, and a lot of attitude. It’s the kind of track that you feel as …
Three energetic modern indie pop songs to liven up your playlists
Coyote Island – “Long Way Down”-When you tell your friends that you listen to indie pop rock music, this is what you mean. This is about the cleanest example of indie pop rock that I could possibly find. It’s got a great hook, …
Three contemplative indie pop tracks to help you assess your life
Silver Lake – “Beaches”-If you’re looking for a slow burn, intimate recording style then give Silver Lake’s “Beaches” a spin. It’s a really wonderful song with an incredible lead vocal. There’s a sentimentality to the track that’s sure to connect with a lot …
Sydney Ross Mitchell Shines on Vulnerable New Work
We are always excited to receive new music from Sydney Ross Mitchell. The songwriter has a deep well of talent that makes her one of our site favorites. “Mouth to Mouth” has a vulnerability reminiscent of some of the biggest names popular now. …
Great New Indie Rock
Findlay – “Somehow, Someday” We are always ecstatic to hear new music from Findlay. She has a unique sound that nods at many of our favorite styles. Vocally, she is a powerhouse but also incredibly alluring. “Somehow, Someday” reminds us of some of …
GZ Grant Shows All That is Good in Indie Rock
GZ Grant – “Move Around” There is a certain Joy Division style sound to “Move Around” that we really love. Relentless and earnest, we could listen to this as a straight instrumental for hours on end. However, vocally it adds a modern style …
Three radio-ready tracks that will challenge your understanding of “indie” music
JOCKS – “American love”-Everything from the synthesizers to the driving lyricism of the song feels like an amalgamation of American music from the mid 20th century to today. The beat and percussion reminds me a lot of 80s pop rock. The overall snazzy …
Three songs at the confluence of folk and indie pop music
Cole Swensen – “I know I will”-If you’re looking for an understated acoustic performance, check out this remarkable song from Cole Swensen. It’s got a sound that reminds me a bit of Jeremiah Daly, who we covered a few years ago. There’s a …
ØZWALD Shine With Their Best Work Yet
The prolific act øzwald are back with what we believe to be their finest tracks. Within their ambitious decision to release two albums a year, while touring with their original act (Lifehouse), the duo has been able to hone what makes the project …
