The newest album by the quartet hailing from the northeastern US, Smoke Signals, should have people drawing comparisons between Dan and the Wildfire and Blitzen Trapper. A blog favorite, Blitzen Trapper has often crafted albums that are both uniformly Blitzen Trapper and also contain songs …
Category: Pop
Kate Earl – Stronger
The first time I heard Kate Earl’s single “Melody” I found her voice and style insatiable. I shared it with lots of friends, hoping to single-handedly make her a superstar. But I soon realized she didn’t need my help. Her talent was enough. …
The Other Favorites – The Other Favorites
This album is one of my most eagerly anticipated releases. I’ve been listening to Josh Turner and Carson McKee for what seems like about two years. These young men are extremely talented. Josh Turner’s YouTube page, formerly named after his Martin guitar, is …
Joshua Radin at the Bing Lounge
KINKradio’s Bing Lounge is an awesome resource that brings us Joshua Radin’s incredibly relaxing voice. Here’s an interview with him and one of his fantastic original songs. Listen to both because in the interview he explains the story behind the song. Seriously cool. …
Smothers Brothers: The Golden Age of Entertainment
The kids say “LOL” to mean “laugh out loud” and often are barely smirking. I can honestly say this clip made me laugh out loud. These gentlemen are not “emerging artists” but they represent a golden age of musicianship that I wanted to …
Pebaluna – Carny Life
Pebaluna came by the strong recommendation of Good Old War. One site described their sound as like She and Him but I heartily disagree. The lead vocal is a bit like Zoey Deschanel, but the rest of the sound has a sophistication that …
Single Review: Sara Bareilles – Sweet As Whole
Sara Bareilles is really famous. She was in a commercial to introduce iTunes to the world, so there’s that. Her music fits with our style and she has a remarkable voice. She recently released a 5 song EP, which in itself isn’t that …
YouTube Gem: Hudson Taylor – Keep Me In Mind
Today, thanks to a good friend of mine (shout out to Dan O’Keefe), we’ve got a really cool video from the couch. Hudson Taylor and some pals play his song “Keep Me In Mind” and add in some very cool harmonies. Enjoy the …
Quick Hit: Florez
Fans of Pop/Rock take a seat in the roaring train that is Florez. These guys are a Nashville-based band that when even swapping members, seem to be making waves around town. Someone suggested I meander my way over to their music and take …
YouTube Gem: Delta Rae – Chain on Love
On Saturday, I posted a review of a new band named Delta Rae. This 6 piece chamber rock band can sound like an orchestra, a rock band a la NeedToBreathe, and a phenomenal power pop band. If you want it, they pretty much …
