Mollie Elizabeth – “Doe Eyes”-This is a song about the end of a summer fling, but it’s written with a timelessness that will make you think of the mid 20th century. I can’t help but think of the pop jazz phenomenon of the …
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Three new indie rock tracks that show the current vibrancy of the genre
Phoric – “Prevent”-There’s a dynamic energy to this track right from the start. The percussive style is present in the drums as well as the vocal phrasing. It’s has a real sense of movement. The lyrics have a loaded, emotional character to them. …
Three new pop rock tracks that will have you ready to head out to a show
Jacob on the Moon – “Swimming in Your World”-There’s something about the chill groove of this track that won me over right away. The vocal sits right in the pocket, allowing the listener to follow the lyrics but not fully being hit in …
Three unique tracks testing the limits of contemporary rock music
Audio Book Club – “The Post Party”-My unofficial band of 2025 has actually been Vulfmon, so when I heard this new track from Audio Book Club that has a similar poppy funk rock flavor, I was hooked immediately. It’s a little silly to …
Featured Single: Kash’d Out – “King of the Coop” ft. Tropidelic
Kash’d Out – “King of the Coop” ft. Tropidelic-This might not be the genre you expect to hear when you click on a (predominantly) folk blog, but trust me when I say this track is OUTSTANDING. The production is fantastic. The bass hits …
Three indie pop rock tracks that you’ll want to have for your weekend party playlist
Red Light Camera – “Right Your Wrong”-There’s a ton of energy in this track that you’ll catch right away. I appreciate the quality of the guitars and the vocals. It’s actually kind of challenging to categorize this sound other than to say indie …
Three dynamic new rock tracks that will get you moving
Holden Road – “Overdrive”-From the days of Jimmie Rodgers, musicians have been singing about going to California as a place to find new opportunity. Actually, long before Rodgers the people of the Gold Rush were seeking that success in Cali. This song is …
Featured Single: GAM8Y – “Don’t Give Up” – Powerful pop rock anthem worth celebrating
GAM8Y – “Don’t Give Up”-I like everything about this song. It has a positive, supportive message. The vocal shines through clearly so that the listener can sing along (especially on the satisfying, soaring chorus). The melody is enjoyable, providing an accessible style that …
Three tracks that – ok just trust me with this one… trust your local curator today – these songs are all good and genre be danged
Alex Rogers – “Hand Me Down”-If you’re a fan of alt country and Americana music, there’s a lot to like about the style of this track from Alex Rogers. If you recall, last year one of my top artists was Red Clay Strays …
Three dreamy pop tracks that you’ll want for your chill playlist
Clubhouse – “rose glasses”-When I think of dreamy rock music, this is the type of sound I have in mind. The production fuzzes the vocal just enough to make it feel unique while still allowing the listener to connect with the meaning. The …
