The Madelines – “Amy”-There’s something about the energy of this track that wins me over right away. It jams along with a solid rhythm, but then the fuzzy guitars enter and make it even better. The effect on the vocal is just right, …
Category: Rock
Three exceptional alt pop tracks that will have you wondering why genres even exist… great music is great music!
Alyson Witt – “chamomile & honey”-This is not the first time I’ve approved a track from Alyson Witt and it won’t be the last. Just listen. Goodness, what a voice. There’s a tenderness to this recording that I absolutely adore. The interplay of …
Three outstanding new tracks in the alt country and folk rock subgenres well worth your time
Bryse Taylor – “Nitwit”-Bryse Taylor is one of those artists that I find myself saying yes(!) every time he sends something over. (Seriously, he’s 4 for 4!) The overall style of this track captures elements of folk rock, with this plodding rhythmic style …
Three outstanding new folk rock tunes that you’ll want for your playlists (also a link to our NEW folk rock playlist)
Bryce French – “Settle Down”-Okay this is not some narrative trick — I literally had to go add this song to the song of the year candidate list before I started the review. That’s how highly I think of this track. Click play …
Introducing a pair of Indie Pop tracks that pull the listener in for an emotional connection
Josaleigh Pollett – “Cherry”-If you’re looking for a bit of an unconventional style of “pop,” click on this track and you’ll instantly hear what I mean. In fact, one could reasonably call this alt pop. That said, I found it such a captivating …
The Music of Pretty Baby is Post Rock with a Heart
Pretty Baby – “8:25pm Greenwich Fucking Mean” The music of Pretty Baby is an emotional rollercoaster. We love the raw passion of the act which we believe perfectly soundtracks the smoldering chaotic times we live in. The wall of sound swells to a …
Three exciting new indie rock tracks that will put three new bands on your rock-loving radar
Beach of Diamonds – “Forget-Me-Not”-There’s an energetic style to this track that stands out right away. The drum beat is infectious, allowing the listener to really feel the hard driving rhythmic style. The lyrical message reminds me of early 2000s pop punk that …
Three dynamic and energetic new rock tracks that bounce between indie, alt, and indie pop flavors
Reset Repeat – “Satisfy”-I’m not always a fan of vocals that are a bit on the forced side, but it actually works here. There’s an energy to the song that comes right from the start. It really taps into my pop punk days. …
Three tracks at the intersection of rock and indie pop music that just might set off a dance party
DACY – “it’s not what I want”-If you’re looking for some phenomenal lush production, check out this new track from DACY. The lyrical message is pretty evident right from the title, but the energy of the track perfectly blends together indie rock and …
Three excellent brand new indie rock tracks that will have you jamming through the rest of the year
Andrew Cushin – “Goodbye”-If you’re a fan of hard driving pop rock energy, definitely check out this new song from Andrew Cushin. The electric guitars are lush, providing a full sound that feels satisfying without being shrill or overbearing. The expressive lyrical work …
