Jonah Kagen – “Broken”-The production value on this track is incredibly good. The vocal is solid and the guitar does a nice job of setting the mood of the piece. The overall composition is really quite comfortable. But the lyrics will definitely shake …
A pair of neoclassical pieces from two site favorite composers Hideyuki Hashimoto and Piotr Wiese
Hideyuki Hashimoto – “Page”-As an avid reader, I have to say I am curious if the page referenced in the title here is about reading. Is this a song about a book? Or perhaps about the joy of reading? There’s a curious and …
Soaring Rock “Within Walls” from Paper Anthem
The music of Paper Anthem has been deeply meaningful for us. The engine of the creative artist Joseph Hitchcock, their music can be classified as echoed piano rock, but even that fails to do justice. With a deep songwriting talent, Paper Anthem is …
Three Americana tunes showing off the versatility of the genre
Of Sea and Stone – “The day before everything”-If you love folk duos, you need to know about Of Sea and Stone. I’ve had the privilege of covering this band a few times now and they are a delight every time. Everything from …
Three enigmatic pop acts for your summertime playlist
GoldFord – “Dreams of Summertime”-There’s an expressive acoustic energy to this track that pulls the listener in right away. Stick around because the track really picks up with an upbeat soulful rock style as well. The whole thing is a delight from start …
Three tracks right on the line of alt rock and folk music
Indigo FM – “Anhedonia”-If you’re looking for a lush rock arrangement and a moving kickdrum rhythm, check out this great new indie rock track from Indigo FM. To be honest, when I write about music I usually listen while I’m writing and kind …
Three indie folk songs that will bring in your late May weekend
GoldenOak – “These Old Shoes”-There’s a richness to this track that we don’t hear very often in folk music. The acoustic guitar is great in the opening, but the vocal harmonies take it in a new direction. The expressive lyrical style puts this …
Three Americana tracks to end your week peacefully
Jackson Emmer – “90s Tacoma”-Written with the relaxing energy of classic country music, Emmer brings a charming story of… a truck. The overall song has a lot of smirk-worthy clever lyrics. The country swing is really good and one could imagine changing out …
Rock Roundup: Acts that Challenge the Typical
Summer League – “Everything Was Over” If you like large rock sounds, with tight lyrical dynamics, then give Summer League a listen. “Everything Was Over” is dripping with relational nostalgia and clever sing-a-long lines. This is the first single off their debut album, …
Three new singer songwriters you’ll want to put on your playlist immediately
Leanna Firestone – “Two week notice”-This is one of the most clever songs I have heard in years. Usually a theme like this breaks down by the second verse, but it doesn’t with Firestone. This is a remarkable layered lyrical message that makes …
