The Mystics – “One Time High”-I enjoy when I click play on a song and it feels like it could be about four different genres. Something about the mix and beat of this track from the Mystics feels a bit like classic rock, …
Category: Pop
Three magical folk pop tracks that will bring joy in the midst of life’s struggles
Ella Clayton – “Honey”-If you’re a fan of calm acoustic folk music, give this song a play. Ella Clayton has one of those voices that makes you want to lean in and listen close. The lyrical style is charming, engaging, and softly romantic. …
Three brand new rock songs that will bring some excitement to your weekend
Jaeyla – “potential love song”-This song has it all; there’s a connection of different music styles from 90s alt rock to contemporary danceable rock and seemingly everything in between. There’s a liberated energy to the main lyrical message that feels just right for …
Three indie pop tunes that will make you stop what you’re doing and listen
march – “45 (I think about this all the time)”-When I first clicked play on this song, I thought of it as an acoustic folk song. But honestly, it captures the same kind of indie pop energy of artists that I love like …
Three new indie pop tracks that will help you connect with the emotion of the genre
The Palais – “Do You Really”-Fans of chill indie pop are going to find a lot to like in this song. Showing shades of late 80s pop rock music, there’s a cool energy to this track that makes it feel like it’s not …
Three dynamic indie rock tracks that will get you dancing this week
The Marley Woods – “Good Times”-There’s an optimistic energy to this track that tickled my fancy from first listen. The harmonies are good, a bit of a hat tip to the mid 20th century power pop bands, but really the sound is most …
Three exciting folk singer songwriters you’ll want to have on your rotation
N.A. Parsons – “Lucerne”-I’d be tempted to call this “power pop” due to how much it has those syrupy Beatles and Beach Boys harmonies. That said, the heart of the song feels more like a folk song. It has a heavy lyrical theme …
Three new tracks in the alt pop genre that remind us why we love this genre
Natalie Clark – “Iced Tea”-There’s a simple melody at the heart of this song that feels familiar and engaging. The chill effect on Clark’s vocal makes the song feel intimate and connecting. If you’ve ever grabbed an iced tea and took a cruise, …
Three folk tracks bringing a taste of mid-September to your playlist
Madison Olds – “Rich in Dreams”-I really like the vocal quality from Madison Olds. I’m a huge fan of the energy of her production and folk style. There’s just enough of an acoustic spirit to the song to make it resonate, but it …
Three new alt pop tunes that will win over your heart instantly
Julia Hutchinson – “Some Typa Way”-From the first time I clicked on this song, I thought it felt like a hit. The easy comparison is probably somewhere in the Taylor Swift multiverse… you know, the country stylings with pop leanings and accessible lyrics. …
