Man Alive – “Colours”-Some people use air conditioning to cool off in the summer, but Man Alive just use incredible melodic lines and great keys. The energy of this track is absolutely fantastic. I knew I liked it from first listen. The understated …
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Three indie folk tracks to seep down deep into your soul
Brandon De La Cruz – “I Love You Babe” (Michael Hurley cover)-I actually didn’t know the original of this song, but De La Cruz captured my attention with this one right away. Sometimes whispery vocals can be challenging, but in this case they …
Three alt country tunes that keep us all honest
Nicky Diamonds – “The Ballad of the Lonesome Rose”-This song is a time machine. The moment you click play you will be transported back to the early 20th century in the beautiful origins of country music. The acoustic guitar, the crooning sincerity in …
Featured Single: Stevie Rae Stephens – “Forget You”
Stevie Rae Stephens – “Forget You”-We don’t often feature a commercial pop sounding track, so when we do it’s because it’s really good. Stevie Rae Stephens has a full vocal sound that really stands out from the crowd. The delicate harmonies on the …
Three new tracks in the folk and Americana scene that keep the past alive
Tom Webber – “Howling at the moon”-If you’re a fan of old school bluesy rock music, there’s a lot to like about Tom Webber’s sound. The effect on the guitars gives it a feeling of those late 50s and early 60s classic “roots …
Three folk singer songwriters that will help you fall in love with music again
Northwest Stories – “Buy My Folks a House”-The harmonies on this song are why I approved it. I don’t need to say anything else, really. Just listen to it. The songwriting is beautiful, the lyrics are delightful, and the harmonies are outstanding. It’s …
Three acoustic folk tunes to bring some joy this Friday
Gabrielle Grace – “Could it be me”-If you like a sweet high vocal with an understated acoustic dimension, you’ll enjoy the opening of the song. However, once the lower vocal harmony enters it goes from good to great. There’s a gentle energy to …
Three of the best indie folk tunes we’ve heard in the summer of 2023
Lane Norberg – “Surprise”-The calming acoustic guitar at the beginning of this song is going to win over a lot of fans immediate. The vocal harmonies are wonderful as well, making the song feel comforting like a warm hug from an old friend. …
Album Review: hannah wyatt – underground
I’ve been writing about folk music for over 12 years now and this is one of the most intimate acoustic recordings I have heard in that time. Hannah Wyatt has created an intimate, beautiful album that invites the listener into her emotional space …
Three brand new tracks in the indie pop and indie rock world that you need to hear
Kat McKinney – “Sadderday”-This is a song about balance, maturity, and adulthood. It’s about figuring out how to make it in life in the craziness of “growing up” and finding what makes you happy. There’s a lot of complex emotions in this song. …
