Snake Oil – “Breathe again”-I changed my mind on the genre of this song so many times… and to be honest I’m still not sure that it can be nailed down. There are elements of rock, folk, and certainly a sort of late …
Category: Rock
Three engaging rock tracks to get your week going
Jay Putty – “The best days are yet to come”-There’s an optimistic energy to this track that I really need in my life right now. The up tempo style and positive lyrics have a style that brings inspiration and excitement. It’s got pop …
Three new rock tracks that show off the versatility of this timeless genre
Steve Stout – “Not havin fun”-Everything about Steve Stout’s sound feels like a bygone era. The effect on the guitars, the quality of the vocal, and the overall production style feels like a late 70s folk rock jam. I totally dig it. The …
Three unique takes on modern rock music
Tatum Scott – “Virginia”-No matter what genre you call this song, it’s got major hit potential. It sounds like a lot of stuff you might hear on pop stations currently. The quality of the vocal is evident from the start. There’s an infectious …
Three rock tunes to bring some pep to your step this weekend
Shipwrecker – “Voice in my head”-If you’ve ever had a voice in your head for better or worse, you’ll relate to this song. This particular voice is about a negative/distracting/disturbing voice. It’s an unsettling track if you’ve ever had this experience, but it …
The Best Rock Tracks of the Week
Escape the Box – “Freedom, What Is That Anyway?” We are pretty stingy when it comes to hard rock coverage. Maybe we are old or maybe unimpressed with a lot of it. However, you can bet when we do cover it, the music …
Featured single: Nite Tides and Kyle Cook of Matchbox 20 – “Falling Backwards”
Nite Tides and Kyle Cook of Matchbox 20 – “Falling Backwards”-“When you’re falling backwards, just enjoy the ride.” Wow. That’s a lyric. There’s a real angst in this overly happy sounding song. I like the way the juxtaposition makes sense. It makes me …
Expressive Emerging Rock Acts
Tell – “Shoelaces” We like the easy going math rock style here. The instrumentation floats on, beautifully soundtracking the spring season. The act’s new album is due out this summer and if “Shoelaces” is any indication, listeners could have a nice quintessential indie …
New and Unclassifiable Rock Tracks
Reclining Nude – “She’s So American” Reclining Nude has some of the coolest vibes we have heard recently. Their smoky New York confidence drives quickly throughout the stellar track. It is a little difficult to classify their sound, which is why we love …
Featured southern rock single: Jesse Roper – “Make it all work out”
Jesse Roper – “Make it all work out”-Southern rock is one of those genres that can be very appealing. The gospel overtones of the lead vocal, the blues core of the track, and the hopeful brilliance of the song’s energy really works for …
