MisterMoon – “Cowboy Heaven”-This song demolishes the concept of genre in the best way possible. There are elements of country, pop, and heck even some electronic music here. The bouncing between dynamic elements that are traditional or classic with those more heavy-handed contemporary …
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Exploring three of the most dynamic and interesting dream pop tracks we’ve heard this year
MANNY! – “Waiting”-From first listen, it’s pretty impossible not to hear a bit of a Michael Jackson vibe in this sound from MANNY! The unique funk elements in the instrumentation give the song an 80s feel, but it’s the subtle R&B styling in …
Three unique new singer songwriters that leave genre in the rearview mirror
Jessica Doolan – “Stay or Surrender”-Power pop. Singer songwriter. Dynamic vocal with impeccable range and exceptional control. Say what you will for superlatives, Jessica Doolan is absolutely a rising star! This song is evidence of Doolan’s incredible vocal control that allows these emotional …
Featured Single: Laundry Boys – “American Confidence” chilled out groove with smile-inducing lyrics
Laundry Boys – “American Confidence”-Every time I’ve listened to this song, it has made me smile. If you’re anything like me, you know people in your life who have a wry sense of humor and just exude coolness. This track has that kind …
Three energetic, pop-influenced singer songwriters that you’ll want to follow forever
Emelia – “The Circle”-It took me until the end of the first verse to get my jaw off the floor… then I realized not only do I love this voice, but I have covered it before. Emelia has one of those voices that …
Three understated and beautiful indie pop tracks that have you in your feelings
Niamh Evans – “Fingers Crossed”-“In my head there is a version of you that is so in love.” Wow. The lyrics of this song are heartbreaking and they cover the theme of heartbreak. It’s looking back on a relationship at some of the …
Featured Single: Jenny Kern – “Are We Still Falling In Love”
Jenny Kern – “Are We Still Falling In Love”-I’ve written about Jenny Kern’s music in the past, so it’s easy to hear why I said yes to this one as well. Kern has a fantastic voice and a great sense melody. This is …
A pair of pop rock tracks that rise above the crowd
The Mezz – “Bridges”-It’s impossible to listen to this song without playing the air drums. *gestures wildly, but landing on the beat* See what I mean? Anyways, this is a great tune. The melody invites the listener in while the beat keeps it …
Three exceptional tracks toying with the indie pop genre with cozy, emotional features
“Anomaly” by Kylie VThis one is for nostalgia junkies—for the ones who deliberately prepare to curl up with a box of memories and engage in some purposeful emotional processing. Forgive this melodramatic metaphor, but this song progresses like a rising sob that gets …
Three track right on the edge of indie pop and indie rock, bringing unique energy
JT Loux – “jealous”-When I first clicked play on this track from JT Loux, I felt an immediate connection with the alt rock of the 90s. Names like Gavin Rossdale and Liam Gallagher popped into my mind. Now I’m not saying Loux sounds …
