Shira – “New York City in December” We cannot think of a better way to complete our holiday publishing cycle than with this one. A beautiful, mature, and heartfelt holiday song of hopeful longing, we get major classic songwriter feels. After spending a …
Category: Singer Songwriter
Three up tempo rock tracks that will heat up this mid-December cold
Chazz Valentine – “Restless soul – Gill’s song”-Okay so this song has it all. There’s a good kickdrum up tempo in the opening and then… BOOM! Fantastic vocals take over the track. This is quintessential pop punk music. Everything from the killer power …
A pair of singer songwriters to get your week started right
Pat Byrne – “Feels like living”-I’ve been a fan of good narrative folk music for just about as long as I remember. This Pat Byrne song feels like it’s written in the longstanding tradition of storytellers. It’s worthy of a comparison with Kristofferson …
Brilliant and Bright Holiday Originals
Bridget Rian – “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” After being unable to meet with her family during the COVID holiday season, Rian recorded this classic. Her ability to dip into the melancholy, while still presenting a fresh take, is a testament to her …
Three acoustic folk tracks that are sure to appeal to a lot of our traditional readership
J.R. Rund – “Chameleon”-This song will steal your heart if you just stop what you’re doing and listen. Rund sings with that poet’s sincerity that’s sure to capture your mind. The duo vocal makes for a sweet texture that makes the lyrics a …
Three singer songwriters to start off your week with something special
Lauren Corrigan – “Me first”-There’s a calming sentiment to this song that won me over right away. The way the vocal nestles into the mix is delightfully satisfying. Corrigan has a subtle yet evocative style about the way that she writes. The layered …
Three harmony-rooted acoustic folk songs for our loyal readership
The Narrative – “Politics of Youth”-It’s not hard to hear what I like about this song; it begins with beautiful harmonies and acoustic richness. That sound is sustained throughout the track. The lyrics are about hiding away the truth as part of youthful …
Three unique takes on pop music that are catchy while being thoughtful
tinyumbrellas – “A Small Village”-I am a sucker for a great first line. This one is, “the first thing I noticed when you walked in was your smile.” Now that might not seem profound, but I bet it’s relatable to you. We’ve all …
Songwriters to Listen to if You Love Phoebe Bridgers
SOMOH – “Anything” Vocals. Shoe gazey guitars. A simple premise, but when done correctly, this combination makes our melancholy hearts swoon. SOMOH not only knows this formula, but thrives with expert precision within it. The songwriter has a vulnerable and deeply personal style …
Three acoustic folk artists that you’ll want to put on steady rotation
Charlie Bishop – “If time was a river”-The calm acoustic energy of this track is absolutely cathartic. The lyrics contain an aspect of nostalgia to them, urging the listener to reflect on the passage of time. There’s a calming style to the acoustic …
