There are few acts as influential to the current musical landscape than The Strokes. We hear it every day in the hundreds of acts who submit music to us. Some are blatant in their reverence, while others are more subliminally influenced. All of …
Category: Indie Pop
A quick four-song indie pop list for you and your friends
The Laughing Heart – “You can count on me”-If you think of Randy Newman when you click play on this track, I assure you that you are not alone. It’s got that feel good vibe to it that will have you thinking of …
YouTube Gem – Joseph – NYE (Live Performance)
Do you ever just listen/watch a song or YouTube clip over and over because it feels like it physically or mentally lifts you up? That’s what this version of NYE from the band Joseph did for me this week. I just needed it… …
Lea Porcelain: Lush and Beautiful Acoustic
Lea Porcelain – “Future Hurry Slow” This German duo has an incredible feel for crafting affectingly personal tracks. Listeners are transported to another environment when listening to tracks like “Future Hurry Slow”. After a heavy week, I felt my cares melt – or …
Mellowdine: : : Downtempo, Soul Soothing Goodness
Mellowdine – “Apart” If you are like me, every now and then you need to listen to a more subdued artist to sort of cleanse the palette of your week. With boundless amounts of music coming our way, we typically have an embarrassment …
Indie Rock Acts You Need to Hear
My Ugly Clementine – “Try Me” There is a ton to love about this four-piece Austrian act. The slow burning “Try Me” is both an indie lullaby as well as a glimpse into the beginning of a fantastic rock act. The track sways …
The Loveliest Tunes for the Most Lovely of Weekends
It’s Valentine’s Day weekend, whether you like it or not. So, whether it brings you joy or agony, I’ve got some of the loveliest, and even heartbreaking songs to inspire you! You can thank me later. Just call me St. Dayna, the patron …
An eclectic mix of pop to get you through the winter
Christina Munsey – “Crystal skies”-The top 40 style beat on this track sparked my attention right away, but overall the vibe feels good. Munsey’s vocal sits in the mix perfectly. It feels like one of those tracks you can throw on a playlist …
Essential Indie Electro/Downtempo Tracks
Moa Moa – “Yellow Jacket” For lack of a better description, this is our jam. This new UK act are undeniably cool and confident on “Yellow Jacket”. The track shows an impressive amount of influences and styles, while still maintaining its own sound. …
3 Unique Songwriters That Crush Genre
Dylan Kanner – “Whale” If your day needs a sweet folky lullaby, then let me introduce you to your new favorite songwriter. “Whale” is a restrained track that embraces silence and beautiful vocals. It doesn’t try to be anything but present, and the …
