Evan Effres – “Paradigm shift”-If you’re a fan of pop-flavored rock music, give Evan Effres a listen. This track is full of all the good vibes. I appreciate the way the mix puts the vocal out front. It’s incredibly satisfying to listen to …
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Three energetic and alternative takes on modern rock music
LOVEHEIST – “The Stone”-Some of the synth work on this song feels like it might have been captured in a magical time machine in the 1980s and preserved for us to enjoy. Marty!? Is that you!? But, then there’s this pop rock energy …
Three indie rock tunes to get you fired up this weekend
Joe August – “Lotus Flower”-If you’re a sucker for a good guitar hook (like me) then the opening of Joe August’s track “Lotus Flower” will stand out to you right away. The more I listened, the more I could hear this great classic …
Three tracks that alter your perceptions regarding rock music
Ryland – “Looking like you do”-Everything about this track is what I hope to find when I’m listening for new music. The voice and core melody are good, but it has a vibe to it that I haven’t ever heard before. There’s a …
Singer songwriters to steal your heart this weekend
Kimberly Knighton – “Nobody Knows”-Something about Knighton’s voice reminds me of a musical theater soloist. There’s a gorgeous purity in her vocal that I rarely find in music these days. The production is a bit more contemporary pop than what we typically cover, …
Five rock based acts for late August
Tiffany Alvord – “Where would you be”-Alvord writes with a pure pop sensibility. However, there’s something magical about the composition that feels like it captures the heart of rock music. It’s about making the most of your life, in a way. The critical …
Five singer songwriters for your sweet summer solstice
Gavin Cooley – “The Bridge”-Cooley has a songwriting style that articulately crosses between familiar acoustic and experimental chill rock. The blend, then, brings forth some glowing insights that feel almost shoegaze. When you add in the gentle, near-whispered vocal, you come away with …
Appreciating unique textures in indie rock
Joel Taylor – “Moment’s Notice” -Taylor has a gospel soul that permeates through this track. It’s powerful and will have you clapping along. Some of the lyrics are tragic, but there’s an optimistic to the track. The soaring lead vocal wins the day …
Video Premiere: Joe Hicks – Best Clothes (Live at New Greenham Arts) – #MusicMondayMarathon
If you’ve been following our site over the past month or so, you’ve heard Joe Hicks already. He’s a talented singer songwriter with a smart, effective style. Conjuring shades of an artist like John Mayer or Joey Verskotzi, his music is cool and …
