Josh and the Jumpstarts – “Empty Seats”-From the moment I clicked play on this song, I could feel that it was different. I don’t mean just different in instrumentation, but rather it has this energy that feels like an amalgamation of 80s, 90s, …
Three energetic folk pop tunes to make your week better
Bryce French – “Please”-If you’re a fan of upbeat folk music, check out this new track from Bryce French. It’s a bit of a request, a love song with a cute expressive style. The lyrics give a fun and open declaration of desire. …
Featured Single: The most beautiful acoustic folk song we’ve heard all year – “Julia” by Cole Swensen
Cole Swensen – “Julia”-Not all love songs are about romantic relationships; sometimes a love song is about family, as is the case with this remarkable song from Cole Swensen. There’s so much hope and light in every line of this song, it’s truly …
Three engaging new rock tunes that show the versatility of the genre in the 21st century
Ax and the Hatchetman – “Love Songs”-When I tell people I listen to indie rock, this is exactly the kind of vibe I’m talking about. It’s groovy and just feels cool. You know your friends that are listening to boring old top 40 …
Three new Americana tracks showing the heart of the genre is still alive and well
Stefan J. Selbert – “Sugar Peas”-This song has it all; it’s got acoustic fingerpicking, a stellar banjo, quality vocals, and lyrics that pull the listener in right from the start. The poetic phrasing is wonderful here, connecting ideas from line to line. I’m …
Three new indie folk pop tracks that are perfect for your late summer joy-filled playlists
Izzy Porter – “breathe you out”-If you’ve been around my curation much this year, you know I’m absolutely enthralled with the Lizzy McAlpine style (and all those who are writing/producing in that vein). Izzy Porter is making a contribution to the folk indie …
Album Review: Jeff Cramer – Forever Morning (Folk Singer Songwriter)
If the name Jeff Cramer seems familiar, it’s because we featured his single “Ravens” recently. That track is the reason I was eager to dig into a full review of this talented artist. Cramer’s songwriting has a cool acoustic guitar element followed by …
Three new tracks in the indie and alt pop realm that you’ll want to hear
dearest – “Playing it out again”-This is a song about endurance. It’s a song about perseverance. This is a song about hope. The acoustic guitar and vocal work really well for the core of the song. There are plenty of additional production elements, …
Three folk storytellers that will make you want to grab a cup of coffee and stare off into the distance
Johnny Franco – “When I’m Finally Over”-I can’t help it… I have to say it… this song makes me think of the Beatles. In particular, Franco has a style like another very specific Johnny… Lennon, that is. The lyrical style is charming, intriguing, …
Three beautiful acoustic folk pop artists that you’ll want to have in your playlist
Theo Kandel – “Honeydew Moon”-Theo Kandel has become one of those “click yes as I click play” kind of artists. He just doesn’t miss; the songs all have this sense of folk storytelling with a fantastic vocal. I am a fan. Kandel’s style …
