The Light the Heat – “Morning Light”-There’s an acoustic energy to this track that provides a sweet bed for the rest of the song to emerge. The lyrics are beautiful, evoking thoughts of someone who is your “morning light” and shines through the …
Category: Singer Songwriter
Three singer songwriters you’ll want for a calming playlist
Lewis Knaggs – “I’ll survive”-It’s hard to put a genre tag on this song because it has elements of pop, folk, and of course the amorphous term “singer songwriter.” Here’s what I do know about this song, though. It’s beautiful. Knaggs has the …
Three contemplative indie pop tracks to help you assess your life
Silver Lake – “Beaches”-If you’re looking for a slow burn, intimate recording style then give Silver Lake’s “Beaches” a spin. It’s a really wonderful song with an incredible lead vocal. There’s a sentimentality to the track that’s sure to connect with a lot …
Sydney Ross Mitchell Shines on Vulnerable New Work
We are always excited to receive new music from Sydney Ross Mitchell. The songwriter has a deep well of talent that makes her one of our site favorites. “Mouth to Mouth” has a vulnerability reminiscent of some of the biggest names popular now. …
Three modern folk artists keeping the classic style of the genre alive
Jon Allen – “Can’t stop now”-If you’re looking for a chilled out throwback folk rock sound, give Jon Allen a spin. Everything from the relatable hook to the easy going overall rhythm make it a great song. Something about the slight rasp in …
Great New Indie Rock
Findlay – “Somehow, Someday” We are always ecstatic to hear new music from Findlay. She has a unique sound that nods at many of our favorite styles. Vocally, she is a powerhouse but also incredibly alluring. “Somehow, Someday” reminds us of some of …
Three of the sweetest singer songwriter tracks you’ll ever hear
Bethany Sorenson – “Impossible things”-There’s a sentimentality at the heart of this track that really works well. The piano style feels just right for the thoughtful and engaging lyrical style. Sorenson’s approachable gentleness helps to create a lullaby-like style. I suspect that the …
Three indie folk tracks that bring lyrical variety and musical quality
Souveneer – “Origin story”-There’s a complexity to this song that I really can’t do justice in a short review. The lyrics have layers of complexity about crafting your identity. It reminds me a bit of 90s alt rock mixed with esoteric poetry. Even …
Three tracks that prove folk music doesn’t all have to follow the same old formula
Drumming Bird – “American Spirits”-This is a stunning piece of songwriting. The phrasing requires that you lean in and pay extra close attention, but I promise you will be rewarded with some engaging lyrics. Drumming Bird won’t mind me saying that the lyrics …
Three folksy Americana tunes that’ll steal your attention today
Dustin Dale Gaspard – “Further I walk”-Take a dash of gospel, add in a portion of throwback country, and a wonderful lead vocal… here’s the recipe for this excellent track from Dustin Dale Gaspard. Something about the organ and the steel guitar working …
