Black Match – “June”-This track has a lot of that optimistic folk energy that was made popular by bands like the Lumineers a few years back. But don’t let that keep you from locking into the lyricism and meaning of this track. Yes, …
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Freshen up your playlists with these colorful new tracks
Dagny – “Somebody”-This is 100% commercial pop music that will wake you up like a cup of coffee in the morning. It’s super energetic with an electro beat that drives the song, but it’s Dagny’s vocal style that really steals the show. I …
A pair of tracks from Paden for fans of indie pop rock
Paden – “All the saints”-When the track opens, there’s a calming sense that seems to come over the room. As the introduction opens the song, it doesn’t feel like an indie rock song — but stick with it. Trust me. As the track …
A folk singer songwriter playlist to help you relax and unwind this weekend
Oh Steady – “Wild side”-I really enjoy the plainspoken sincerity of Oh Steady. Something about this track reminded me of Ben Rector, who I love. There’s an energy to this track that feels both familiar and exceptional. The recording has a clarity that …
So you’re saying you like indie folk? Get some here.
Plasi – “Run”-The energy of this track is palpable. I like the hand claps (because, duh!), but the overall acoustic style mixed with a good lead vocal is really something to behold. The message to “run for your dreams” seems so utterly impossible …
Brand new folk music to get us back to our roots
Freight Train Foxes – “Avalance”-This is a relaxed folk song about a disaster. It’s a nice little metaphor in the lyrics. I appreciate the way the lead vocal nestles right into the middle of the mix, allowing the strings to fill out the …
Here’s a playlist of indie music from different genres to calm your spirits
Lucas Davies – “Only in my mind”-I appreciate the energy of this piece. It’s a little bit rock, a little bit folk, and a lot of chill. I also think the intellectual lyrics, focusing on the life of the mind is a much …
Lily Arbor’s “Longing for the Sun” EP is Exactly What We Need this Long-Awaited Spring!
Say, friend… Do you love all things lovely? Well, shucks… so do I! Oh, dear one, do you want to listen to something lovely? Spendid, buddy… because I have something for you! We featured a song from Lily Arbor recently but felt they …
Album Review: The Internal Frontier – Self Titled Debut
The Internal Frontier | The Internal Frontier The Internal Frontier’s self-titled EP is like a 1,000 watt blast-off into space on a magic carpet, captained by a jolly skeleton and fueled by what feels like alarming amounts of caffeine and good vibes. “Wake …
Album Review: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea – Live at Dorothy Major
Album Review: Devil and the Deep Blue Sea – Live at Dorothy Major Devil and the Deep Blue Sea are an artful indie folk trio comprised of Lizzie Quinlan, Patrick Kennedy, and Matt Kolodzieski. The three talented musicians work together well, generating an …
