Blanket Approval – “Heartbreak City”-There’s a lot of energy to this recording by Blanket Approval, a groovy beat sets the mood for this track about heartbreak. You might not think a song about that would be joyful, but the instrumentation definitely moves it …
Category: Indie Rock
Three dynamic new rock tracks that will get you moving
Holden Road – “Overdrive”-From the days of Jimmie Rodgers, musicians have been singing about going to California as a place to find new opportunity. Actually, long before Rodgers the people of the Gold Rush were seeking that success in Cali. This song is …
Three indie rock tracks that will have you excited to share with your friends
V!ctoria – “Pocketful”-When I tell people that I like indie rock music, I have a very specific idea of what that sound means, but I’ve realized that not everyone feels the same way. For me, indie rock has to be melodic and satisfying, …
Three different types of rock music that will put you in a contemplative mood
Honeywhip – “Flip phone (demo)”-I guess if you’ve been on the site for a while you know I’m in the flip phone generation, but that’s not the sole reason I wanted to feature this track. The real reason is that it has heart …
Three alternative forms of pop music that will win over your skeptical heart
Georgie Winchester – “The Signs”-In the past year or so I’ve gone from saying “hey Georgie Winchester is pretty good” to squealing like a Beatle girl as I eagerly click on Georgie’s new releases. If you’re a fan of the intersection of contemporary …
Three tracks that – ok just trust me with this one… trust your local curator today – these songs are all good and genre be danged
Alex Rogers – “Hand Me Down”-If you’re a fan of alt country and Americana music, there’s a lot to like about the style of this track from Alex Rogers. If you recall, last year one of my top artists was Red Clay Strays …
A pair of rock tracks that highlight the versatility of the electric guitar
Up from Here – “No Way Out”-If you’re a fan of pop punk in the vein of Blink182 and Yellowcard, definitely check out this new track from Up from Here. The power chords are something to behold here. They’re like an audio time …
Three unique takes on the rock genre that will help you kickstart 2025
Sophia James – “Little Bit Better”-If you’re a fan of pop rock energy, definitely give this new track from Sophia James a spin. There are some clever turns and some bluesy elements here, but more than anything it’s a power rock ballad. James …
Three outstanding songwriters who are blending genres for exceptional results
Caldher – “Not Enough”-Caldher is one of those names that I feel like I’ve been seeing a lot lately. The sound has elements of singer songwriter, adult contemporary, and even pop folk all blending together for something that feels satisfying and familiar. The …
Three dreamy pop tracks that you’ll want for your chill playlist
Clubhouse – “rose glasses”-When I think of dreamy rock music, this is the type of sound I have in mind. The production fuzzes the vocal just enough to make it feel unique while still allowing the listener to connect with the meaning. The …
