Sophia Gripari – “Dancing Alone”-When I first heard the opening of this song I had it more as “bedroom pop” than dance pop, but trust me just stay with it. There’s a beat that hits a short bit into the song that will …
Tag Archives: Indie pop
Three indie pop tracks to bring some energy to this week
Wilderland – “Reflections”-I love the effect on the vocal in this song. I don’t know the technical term for what’s happening here, but I know it’s not a sound that works for every song. It absolutely works here. Wilderland have a unique sound …
Three singer songwriters that will reinvigorate your love for music
Josie Toney – “Extra”-I thought about saving this track for an Americana playlist because it definitely fits in that world, but it’s such a darn good song as well. Toney’s vocal has a really approachable sincerity that I think a lot of people …
Featured upbeat pop single: Calm Canopy and Sylvia Lily – “Wine Witch”
Calm Canopy and Sylvia Lily – “Wine Witch”-The genre blending and bending on this track is really refreshing. The energy (including hand claps!) is positively infectious. The overall vibe is really a great feeling. I hope that a lot of folks will give …
Three singer songwriters that bring a creative spin to their emerging new music
Mori – “Georgia”-I’m not gonna say it… I’m not gonna say it… ok, this song reminds me a lot of Dodie Clark and Tessa Violet. But please… listen to Mori for her own style and substance. There’s such a gorgeous sweetness to this …
Three exciting new tracks from a variety of genres we enjoy
*Note: We used to make 10-song potpourri lists like this, but we are no longer permitted to do so. If you’d like to listen to longer playlists of our curation, though, check out our Spotify public playlists here. Cole Spain – “Go again”-When …
Three tracks in the alt indie pop world that will bring you some introspective vibes
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 …
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 …
