Stephen Day – “You Wouldn’t Know”-One of the genre tags on this track is yacht rock and that piqued my interest. “Do they still make that?” I asked myself. They absolutely sure do and this is a lovely example of the smooth rock …
Tag Archives: Indie Rock
Three new alternative rock tracks that are sure to get your toes tapping for this week
The Madelines – “Amy”-There’s something about the energy of this track that wins me over right away. It jams along with a solid rhythm, but then the fuzzy guitars enter and make it even better. The effect on the vocal is just right, …
Three exciting new folk pop tracks to get your week off to a good start
Zach Collester – “October”-I can’t exactly explain why, but something about this song feels like the late 2000-0s. It’s got this hint of emo that reminds me of a lot of songs that were popular in that era. Beyond that, though, there’s this …
Three exceptional alt pop tracks that will have you wondering why genres even exist… great music is great music!
Alyson Witt – “chamomile & honey”-This is not the first time I’ve approved a track from Alyson Witt and it won’t be the last. Just listen. Goodness, what a voice. There’s a tenderness to this recording that I absolutely adore. The interplay of …
Three outstanding new tracks in the alt country and folk rock subgenres well worth your time
Bryse Taylor – “Nitwit”-Bryse Taylor is one of those artists that I find myself saying yes(!) every time he sends something over. (Seriously, he’s 4 for 4!) The overall style of this track captures elements of folk rock, with this plodding rhythmic style …
Three new tracks in the folk and folk rock genres that you’ll want to add to your late summer playlist
VANCAMP – “House Parties in the Avenues”-From the first time I clicked play on this track, I knew it was one that fit with the sound we curate here. The melodic structure feels satisfying and the lead vocal is solid. The overall energy …
Introducing a pair of Indie Pop tracks that pull the listener in for an emotional connection
Josaleigh Pollett – “Cherry”-If you’re looking for a bit of an unconventional style of “pop,” click on this track and you’ll instantly hear what I mean. In fact, one could reasonably call this alt pop. That said, I found it such a captivating …
Three exciting new indie rock tracks that will put three new bands on your rock-loving radar
Beach of Diamonds – “Forget-Me-Not”-There’s an energetic style to this track that stands out right away. The drum beat is infectious, allowing the listener to really feel the hard driving rhythmic style. The lyrical message reminds me of early 2000s pop punk that …
Three dynamic and energetic new rock tracks that bounce between indie, alt, and indie pop flavors
Reset Repeat – “Satisfy”-I’m not always a fan of vocals that are a bit on the forced side, but it actually works here. There’s an energy to the song that comes right from the start. It really taps into my pop punk days. …
Three tracks at the intersection of rock and indie pop music that just might set off a dance party
DACY – “it’s not what I want”-If you’re looking for some phenomenal lush production, check out this new track from DACY. The lyrical message is pretty evident right from the title, but the energy of the track perfectly blends together indie rock and …
