Jon Fazal – “New Moon”-This is a love song, but not in the sense of romance so much as it is about existence. It’s a lovely folk narrative with piano and guitar work that soothes, but ultimately it’s a love song for the …
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Three wonderful tracks at the intersection of indie pop and experimental rock music
Alexander Wolfe – “Talk”-Wolfe wrote one of the most important songs I covered several years ago called “The Mock Turtle’s Lament” and, frankly, I’ve been a fan ever since. The production of this song “Talk” is massive, with swells and energy that show …
Three brand new folk singer songwriters to add to your May playlists
Imogen Clark – “Squinters”-If you’re a fan of relaxed folk singer songwriters, definitely click play on this one. I appreciate the delicate balance between the guitar, vocal, and soft strings (sounds almost like a harp?) in the background. It’s a light and inspiring …
Three acoustic singer songwriters that go perfectly with your fall beverage of choice
Aleks Gray – “Please Come Home”-There’s a lovely peaceful energy to this track that connects immediately. The cathartic acoustic guitar work definitely stands out from the crowd. It feels like holding a warm cup of your favorite beverage, warming your hands and smelling …
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 …
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 songs that will make listeners smile from ear to ear
Charlie Duda – “Roller Coaster”-If you are looking for top notch vocal blending and a toe-tapping good tune, give Charlie Duda a spin. This new track “Roller Coaster” is perfect for you summer adventuring playlist. I love everything from the guitars to the …
Three singer songwriters you’ll want to put on your playlists pronto
Kelly McMichael – “Stepping stone”-There’s a cool energy to this track that feels like it’s from the 70s. McMichael’s voice has a timeless quality to it that I sincerely appreciate. The production on this track is amazingly well balanced. The lyrics have a …
Three incredible new singer songwriter tunes (and one song of the year candidate)
Mixtape for the Milky Way – “Video games”-I’ve been a gamer since 1989. I suspect that the artist and I overlap in a lot of ways in that regard. When I heard the quality of this recording, I was blown away. I was …
Three genre-blending indie pop style tracks for your weekend
Mason Daly – “October”-I am sure that there will be some folks who hear this song and make comps to bands like Taking Back Sunday or Dashboard Confessional, but I think Mason Daly deserves to stand alone. There’s a richness in the acoustic …
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