Sophia Lanuza – “Ben Rector”-This is a bit meta for us to be featuring this song because Ben Rector was actually one of our site’s earliest interviews! To have people comparing their music to… and now writing songs about him is actually quite …
Category: Pop
Three tracks that kick genre conventions to the curb for unique, meaningful sounds
Caleb Hearn – “Klonopin”-It’s not every day that I run across that stops me in my tracks. From first listen I knew there was something different about this artist. The acoustic energy in the opening turns into a captivating genre-bending sound. The key …
Three new folk pop tunes that capture the ethos of 2024 well
Angelou Sereno – “Now It’s Over”-From the time I pressed play on this track, I knew that I was hearing a gifted songwriter. Sereno’s vocal is genuine, but it’s the pop folk vibe that really works for us on this one. The lyrics …
I can’t stop listening to hyperpop savant Lyncs
I don’t do the whole “fan girl” thing too often, but honestly from the time I discovered Lyncs I’ve been feeling a tad obsessed. If you know my music writing, I tend to feature more folk and indie rock than something called “hyperpop,” …
Three exceptional new folk pop tunes to make your weekend delightful
Anna Tivel – “Desperation”-We’ve been featuring Anna Tivel’s music for years. Her songwriting always has a precision that takes me several listens to fully catch the meaning. There’s a poetic phrasing that really pops on this track “Desperation.” The lyric soars on the …
Three calming indie pop tracks that are sure to bring a sense of peace
Leau – “Too Many Friends”-Fans of atmospheric folk music will appreciate the quality of this indie pop track from Leau. The dynamic rise on the chorus is beautiful for the listener. The lyrics are about dealing with how you feel when things don’t …
Three brand new pop rock tracks to get you excited for the weekend
Rolo – “Circles”-Sometimes a melody just captures your heart and pulls you into a song. That’s what happened for me when I first heard this promising new track from Rolo. I genuinely enjoy the vocal and the chill energy of the track, but …
Three new tracks in the alt pop space that are perfect for mid-week vibes
Madeleine Mayi – “Faithless”-This is one of the most important songs I’ve heard in 2024. It is timely for the questions it asks, the answers it provides, and the central concern of the supernatural. If you grew up in a religious context and …
Three new rock tracks that bring together a wide range of musical influences
Wax Owls – “Overpriced Bullets”-From the first time I clicked play on this track I got some early 90s alt rock vibes (in the vein of Oasis). I love the phrasing and style of the song. It feels like it’s got a familiar …
Three new folk pop tracks to bring some atmospheric calm this weekend
Alara – “Even When It’s Over”-There’s a magical energy to this song that you’ll hear from the moment Alara starts singing. The sweetness in the line, “think I’m gonna love you forever” resonates. The lyrical concept of the song is that “even when …
