Alex Bloom – “LA NY”-So we start off with a piano and guitar working together, but then a few bars in something happens where the melody takes a little turn… and the beat enters. By the time you get to the bluesy, pop …
Three classic Americana tunes to melt your cold, cold heart
Dak Erik Oksvold – “Love you more”-Well, if you’re a fan of classic country then look no further than this new track from Oksvold. The vocal style might remind you of Ricky Skaggs or even the inimitable Vince Gill. The gospel styling here …
Three more singer songwriters to inspire you in this spring time
OSKA – “Lousy t-shirt”-I liked this track from the very opening, but the harmonies on the chorus absolutely won my heart. The overall groove is nice, keeping the track moving with a contemporary and snappy energy. The lead vocal is really well done. …
Three exciting contemporary singer songwriters for you to follow
John Paul White and Rose Cousins – “I can’t with you”-Well, I hope your heart is firmly in your chest because this song just make it want to fly away. These harmonies are absolutely captivating. The lyrics are romantic and heartwrenching in different …
Courtship Play to Lost Pandemic Moments on “Prom”
Courtship play indie pop in a way that lands with all listeners. Their craft of creating sharp grooves, will undoubtedly lead to more than a few head bops and hip shakes. Yet, what makes the act refreshing and talented, is their ability to …
Three acoustic Americana tracks to sooth your soul this early May
Brian Douglas Phillips and Thomas Csorba – “Waiting on a Rain to Rain”-Everything about this song cries out the swan song of Americana music. The vocals, the instrumentation, and the lyrics are all dripping with the genre’s stylings. That line about “waiting on …
Three rock-influenced Americana tunes to liven up your midweek
Ben Meyers – “Thunder”-There’s a driving rhythm to this track that I really appreciate. The expressive vocal style goes a long time in connecting the track to a wide range of genres. This is not the typical Americana that a lot of curators …
The Tuesday Special: Great Tracks
Vilde – “Holograms” This is the sort of expansive indie pop that stays with you. The bass carries “Holograms” beautifully, with just the right amount of guitar echo. Vocally, the young artist knows how to croon in a way that makes you stop …
Three totally different ways to go about making modern soul music
GoldFord – “Ride the storm”-Upon first listen, I wondered if I accidentally clicked on a record from Stax or Motown. The composition and production are outstanding. Then… that VOICE. Oh my heavens. That VOICE. GoldFord has a lead vocal that is to die …
Three remarkable stand-out indie folk tracks to add to your playlist immediately
Mighty Oaks – “Land of broken dreams”-This is such a fun little folk song. It’s a really great song because on the surface it seems relatively “simple” but there’s a lot going on with this track. The vocal harmonies are my favorite part, …
