Erin Rae – “Putting on Airs” We absolutely love this track and artist. As complete suckers for classic country, including the long line of legendary female voices, the music of Erin Rae has completely captivated us. Her sweet but assured sway reminds us …
Category: Singer Songwriter
Album Review: Anna Tivel – The Question
I first discovered Anna Tivel when she was singing with Jeffrey Martin, one of my favorite singer songwriters. But then through the alchemy of the Muse, I ended up falling for Tivel’s songwriting as well. Her songwriting is poetic and engaging, telling the …
Album Review: Evan Bartels – Promised Land
From the first time we heard Evan Bartels in 2017, we knew he’d be a steady character on our website. It’s not hard to hear why, either. His gritty folk style is something that stands out in this modern music age. Without the …
Pop music you want to have on your playlist before your friends
HAN – “gymnasion”-The lyrics to this song are complex and captivating. But I’ll tell you what made me fall in love with the track, it’s the dynamic electronic work on the chorus as it balances with the quality of the lead vocal. We …
Folk and Americana to sooth the soul
Titus Calderbank – “Mistakes”-This is one of the most impressive, dynamic Americana songs I’ve heard in years. I had never heard Calderbank’s name before clicking play on this song, but he won me over immediately. There’s a power in the vocal that really …
Featured Single: Mabes – “Saint”
Striking. This song is strikingly beautiful. I’ve long been a fan of the “girl and her guitar” style. Here with Mabes we discover a questioning, puzzled lyrical style that reveals a heart of seeking. It’s about self discovery with an enchanting acoustic guitar …
Mid-week potpourri playlist – songs about life, love, and loss
Hugo M Hardy – “Swallow Your Words”-If you’re looking for a song that can apply to many different situations, this easy going pop-flavored song from Hugo M Hardy will do the trick. It’s complex in places, but also accessible for anyone who has …
Eight exciting new emerging singer songwriters
Ariza – “Keep on”-This track is one of those genre wonders that seems to fit just about anywhere and nowhere. Something about it reminds me of some classics like the Eagles, yet it feels very new at the same time. I like the …
James Bay is BACK! With contemplative pop anthem “Bad”
That’s right, the brilliant songwriter James Bay is back with a brand new song that you’ll be dying to hear. It’s about love, of course. The soulful vocal from Bay is still evident. The guitar work here creates a sense of depth and …
Two Exceptional Must Hear Singles
Median – “Time Alone” We love this Philadelphia act. Reminding us of early Brand New and The Story So Far, they form tight and deeply emotive indie rock tracks that are sure to make listeners feel an exceptional array of feels. The shared …
