Deb Never – “Momentary sweetheart”-This song is a whole vibe. Everything from the expressive vocal style to the dynamics in the production make for a ton of raw emotion in the song. Also, if you’ve ever had a “momentary sweetheart” you’ll know the …
Tag Archives: Indie pop
Three engaging indie rock tracks right at the intersection of rock and pop music
Hallo – “Cold magic”-There’s an endearing light energy to this track that makes it stand out right away. The lead vocal is excellent, allowing for the lyrical message to permeate well. This is going to seem like an odd comment, but the quality …
Three engaging new tracks in the adult contemporary genre
Eva Snyder – “I’ve got a crazy idea”-The lyrical theme of this song is all about developing maturity and stability. It’s a subtle song about casting vision for your future with that special someone. The parts of life don’t really seem all that …
Three magical indie pop tracks that will inspire your life this week
Magz – “For good”-I love the atmospheric opening to this track… then Magz enters with a majestic vocal that takes the song from good to great. There’s a realization in the lyrics about being “misunderstood” by others, yet finally understanding yourself. The easy …
Three unique takes on pop music, including an early 2023 song of the year candidate
The Collection – “Love at the end of the world”-I love everything about this song. I won’t bury the lede here; this is an early song of the year candidate. The theatrical composition style works perfectly for the epicness of the lyrical content. …
Three indie pop jams to liven up your life this early February
Cy Wheeler – “Nirvana t-shirt”-I was hooked on this track right away. The beat and groove of this track is immediately energizing. Then these lyrics… whew. They hit a bit too personally, with a focus on the dopamine that we get from being …
Three outstanding tracks with the tag “dream pop”
We’re going to try a little experiment on this post. We’re going to open up the comments. We would like you to consider weighing in to the genre here. Is this “dream pop” to you? Jacko Hooper – “Getting no place fast”-With glowing …
Three unconventional takes on “pop” music that will have you feeling some vibes
Scoobert Doobert – “Feels so good”-If you’ve been following my writing on alt and indie pop in the past year, you know this name well. Scoobert Doobert has a style that just works for me. It’s got a snappy, soulful energy and always …
Three rock tracks that will get you moving this weekend
Ravine – “I hate this time of year”-This song is quintessential pop indie rock! I love everything from the syncopated rhythm, to the synth, electronic effects, and obviously the quality of the vocals. The lyrical concept is emotional and engaging, focusing on a …
Three unique takes on pop music that are catchy while being thoughtful
tinyumbrellas – “A Small Village”-I am a sucker for a great first line. This one is, “the first thing I noticed when you walked in was your smile.” Now that might not seem profound, but I bet it’s relatable to you. We’ve all …
