Sometimes we forget that rock music itself was a subversive genre when it emerged. Now it’s become passe. But let’s spin some of the newest stuff we’ve gotten here; everything from synthesizers to classic rock guitars, from beepbop machines to high screaming strings. …
Tag Archives: great songwriting
Folk is thriving! A brand new folk playlist.
Eden Iris – “Dark Sunday Dream” -Eden Iris has a fascinating style. It’s not typical or traditional folk music, but the elements of the “new world” she describes in her lyrics. It’s a thoughtful and engaging track, even if it evokes some dark …
4 Genre-Pushing Indie Artists to Watch Out For
“Intuition” by Nathaniel Talbot Bluesy and soulful sound, powerful lyrics, and strong vocals… yes, please! It’s interesting that he chooses not to jump to a traditional first chorus as is generally called for. He has a musical interlude in place of it between …
A robust Americana and folk playlist!
Lucinda Belle – “Where have all the good men gone?” -If jazzy Americana anthems are your thing, you need to sit down with a dry martini and listen to Lucinda Belle. The vocal here is absolutely world class. Then the rest of the …
Five singer songwriters to get September started right
Passenger – “To Be Free” -We’re suckers for Passenger and are happy to share his music here with you all. This song, with its thoughtful piano lines, helps to provide a beautiful base for the eloquent vocal textures from Passenger’s voice. Then the …
Ten need-to-hear singer songwriters
Luke James Shaffer – “Slow Down” -Shaffer’s sound is, frankly, perfect for what we like to cover on this site. It’s definitely influenced by both folk and pop. What I love most, though, is the connection between the spirit of the music and …
Album Review: Tyler Childers – Purgatory
If you haven’t heard Tyler Childers yet as a country music fan, you’re in for a treat. Odds are, though, you found this site because you do know who he is and you want some help thinking about this amazing album. Fans of …
Album Review: Jeremy Messersmith – Late Stage Capitalism
If you’re like me you remember seeing the name Jeremy Messersmith around, but you can’t quite place where. Well this album will be how you remember him from now on, that’s for sure. From start to finish, this critical pop rock album is …
Album Review: Micah Turbitt – Fun Times and Great Joy Bring Me Excitement
The first time I heard Micah Turbitt on YouTube was probably a Christmas song or a Fleet Foxes cover. But here’s what I remember; I felt like I was listening to someone like Justin Vernon or William Fitzsimmons. Turbitt is absolutely the real …
Artist Spotlight: The Tallest Man on Earth’s Remarkable Artistry – The In Light Demos
If you’re not familiar with The Tallest Man on Earth‘s music, I’d be surprised that you somehow found an indie folk blog. But here’s a brief introduction to his music. Kristian Matsson is the “Tallest Man on Earth,” a Swedish singer songwriter who …
