Jenner Fox – “Buffalo”-The acoustic guitar on this track is really intriguing. The lead vocal does a nice job of expressing a clear sentiment. The concept of “learning how to love” seems to permeate the lyrics beyond the first verse. There’s a light …
Three indie pop tracks for your vibey playlists
Thom.ko – “Goodbye”-If you’re looking for a vibey groove track, check out the latest from Thom.ko. It’s got a nice feel to it from start to finish. It’s the kind of mix that you can imagine being on top 40 radio, but also …
Three emerging singer songwriters who capture the spirit of our site
Michal Bush – “Forfeit”-The tender vocal blands really well with the acoustic guitar work on this track. There’s some minor key work here that makes the track feel a bit unsettling in some places. However, that’s all resolved with some beautiful chord changes …
Three energetic new rock tunes for your weekend
Andrey Azizov – “Too loud!”-The opening of this track was like a time machine, ripping me back to the mid-2000s. Once the lead vocal really rips on the first chorus, I was instantly reminded of the great band Paramore. The energy feels a …
Three neoclassical pieces that capture the imagination
Julie Hanney – “Blue”-The word “cathartic” comes to mind when listening to the musical work of Julie Hanney. This track, “Blue” has a genuine cathartic energy that makes me want to take a deep breath and just…….. relax. It’s a beautiful style with …
Three wonderful new folk tracks with lush, soothing soundscapes
Kat Hammock – “Beautiful Life”-If you’re looking for folksy harmonies and a GORGEOUS vocal mix, please click play on this track. It’s a timeless country-meets-folk-meets-what-they-sing-in-heaven style. Okay I’m not sure what they sing in heaven, but from all the gospel music I’ve heard …
Anna Vincent Shines on Stunning “Naxos”
Anna Vincent – “Naxos” Vincent has true indie cred. Fronting bands like Heavy Heart and My Tiger My Timing, while working with acts like Yuck has given here an eclectic mix of experience. Her talent truly blossoms on her latest solo release “Naxos”. …
Three different yet interesting subgenres of indie rock music
We Were Promised Jetpacks – “Not me anymore”-There’s a dynamic atmospheric energy in the opening that gives the listener the sense that the track is building energy. The synths hold a lot of power on this one as they support the vocal blending. …
Three Americana tracks preserving the heart of the genre
Miss Leo – “I’ve endured” (Ola Belle Reed cover)-When a song starts “born in the mountains” there’s a really good chance that it’s going to be a quality track. Miss Leo’s cover of the Ola Belle Reed song “I’ve endured” is the Americana …
Three exciting indie folk tunes to energize your weekend
Andrew Wilson Eskesen – “Night Terrors (Dani)”-This track has a bit of an Americana bluesy vibe to it, but we’re going to count it as folk here. The easy going rhythm and guitar-rooted sound works really well. The overall energy of the track …
