Jacob on the Moon – “Swimming in Your World”-There’s something about the chill groove of this track that won me over right away. The vocal sits right in the pocket, allowing the listener to follow the lyrics but not fully being hit in …
Category: Rock
Two emo tracks and a melodic hardcore track walk into a bar… wait, no they’re just in this alt rock feature today
Boxing Day – “Front Porch” (Emo)-If you’re looking for a chilled out style that’s a bit more melancholy style of rock, check out this track from Boxing Day. The guitar work really drives the sound while the vocal conveys the lyrical message well. …
Three unique tracks testing the limits of contemporary rock music
Audio Book Club – “The Post Party”-My unofficial band of 2025 has actually been Vulfmon, so when I heard this new track from Audio Book Club that has a similar poppy funk rock flavor, I was hooked immediately. It’s a little silly to …
Three tracks that show us the versatility of folk rock as a concept and genre
Jeff LeBlanc – “When You Wake Up”-If you’re a fan of chilled out music that combines elements of folk, rock, and pop, then this song is a definitely “yes.” LeBlanc has a cool, relaxed vocal style that urges the listener to lean in …
A pair of songs at the intersection of classic rock and Americana
Jamie Scallion – “Satellites”-There’s a ton of energy to this track that you can feel on first listen. The electric guitars create a solid base and the percussive style propels the song along well. The vocal on the chorus is particularly captivating. The …
Three folk rock tracks that will have you sitting back in your chair to take it all in
Lizzy Dutton – “Won’t You Tell Me”-There’s a gentle energy to this track that I appreciate from first listen. I feel like every folk rock tune I eventually make the Laurel Canyon connection, but this song from Dutton really does have that kind …
Three indie pop rock tracks that you’ll want to have for your weekend party playlist
Red Light Camera – “Right Your Wrong”-There’s a ton of energy in this track that you’ll catch right away. I appreciate the quality of the guitars and the vocals. It’s actually kind of challenging to categorize this sound other than to say indie …
Three rock tracks showing off the different subgenres within rock music
Meir Levine – “Something I Can Believe In”-Through the year, I usually find a half dozen songs like this that remind me that “they” do make music like they used to. It’s such a satisfying sound. This feels like a track that could …
Two New and Intriguing Rock Tracks
Mr. Gnome – “Not This Time, Devil” Living in Ohio, we are biased for this incredible two piece. They have steadily crafted tight and intriguing music for years and have recently broken through to a larger and deserving audience. On “Not This Time, …
Three new indie rock tracks that you have to put on your weekend playlist!
Powell House – “Don’t Go”-When I tell people that I like indie rock music, this is the sound I want them to think about. Honestly, everything about this track works for me. The guitars are great, setting down a solid base for the …
