Midnight Morning – “The Stranger”-I love the melody of this track. It develops and unfolds with a natural chromatic style that just feels right. The understated vocal urges the listener to lean in and listen closely. But the lyrical concept, especially on the …
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Album Review: HoJames Band Self-Titled
From the first notes of the HoJames Band self-titled album, I knew I was in for an Americana treat. The guitars drop with a timeless effect. It’s an album that shows reflections of great southern rock like Creedence and Skynrd. It’s a sound …
Three unconventional (but beautiful) variations on rock music
Mise en Scene – “Beautiful People”-I don’t even know what subgenre to call this, but it’s got some Sleater-Kinney vibes for sure. The vocals have a unique flavor to them. The easy going expressiveness of the electric guitar makes the sound resonate well. …
Three up tempo rock tracks that will heat up this mid-December cold
Chazz Valentine – “Restless soul – Gill’s song”-Okay so this song has it all. There’s a good kickdrum up tempo in the opening and then… BOOM! Fantastic vocals take over the track. This is quintessential pop punk music. Everything from the killer power …
Three indie rock tracks to bring some energy to this late November
Subtle Orange – “Bailey’s”-Fans of up tempo indie-inflected energetic rock will love this track. It’s got some quirks and we love that. The production includes blips and pops, layers of guitars and electronic elements that make the track stand out. But the soaring …
Three unconventional rock tracks with some grooves you’re gonna like
The Green House Band – “Faded lines”-From first listen, this track got me with the groove. It’s a little soulful, a little chilled out, but has some really good elements that make it stand out from the crowd. The lead vocal is outstanding. …
Three indie rock tracks to kick the new week right in the pants
Oh Bummer! – “Losing sunlight”-What a perfect title for this time of year… losing sunlight. And the groove on this track is saucy. I think musicians call it the “pocket,” right? When a song just sits right in that sweet spot… It seems …
Three brand new rock tracks that will bring excitement to your late July weekend
Search Committee – “Frankies Rowing Machine”-There’s an up tempo energy to this track that made it connect for us right away, but it’s the quality of the lead vocal that really set it apart. It’s hard to find a band that can soar …
Three indie rock tunes to bring some intriguing textures to the modern rock world
Castells – “Low”-There’s an up tempo energy to this track that really stands out. The dynamic mix on the guitars is particularly strong here. The soaring vocal style reminds me a bit of the pop punk band Sum41. The overall style is sure …
Three tracks with a delightful vintage tone and some modern indie rock flair
Pacific Avenue – “Give it up for yourself”-If you’re looking for some impressive guitar work and a high energy rock track, spin this one. While the “indie rock” vibes are stronger on this one than the vintage tone, it definitely is still there. …
