“‘Sinkhole’ is a story of falling in love fast with a dead end train,” says LA-based singer/songwriter Sarah Grace White. But she did not simply want to tell the story over a melody but craft a soundscape that reflects the emotional depth of looking at a heartbreak of the past.[…]
I’m still buzzing with awe, wonder, and excitement, watching the moon eclipsing the sun. For once, the weather cooperated, and there were no clouds, so we New Yorkers could witness the cosmic spectacle in its full glory. Truth be told, the eclipse wasn’t a total one, but hey, 90% are[…]
“Sheesh” is a song like the sun breaking through the clouds, and the world just looks much better. LA artist Casey Kalmenson, aka Little Monarch, developed the song out of one of the little clips she published as “lofi affirmations” to spread positive vibes. Casey says: “It’s just about coming[…]
Ever heard of nu-disco? I haven’t, until I came across the sound Velazquez makes. It’s a highly appealing mix of 70s disco and contemporary synth pop and his latest song is no exception. “Floor Is Lava” comes with all the right vibes! Velazquez offers the following explanation: “Are you familiar[…]
In the fall of 2022, Jenny Newman delighted us with her lighthearted summer fling “Danish Boy.” Her new song, “Mother’s Porcelain,” shows us the other side of love: when certain traits of a partner make it hard to stay together. Jenny goes for a 90s grunge vibe with the song,[…]
Matías Roden has been honing his songwriting and vocal skills by performing in cover bands and writing for others before focusing on himself. If his second single, “Great Escape,” is anything to go by, there should be more greatness where this came from! “Great Escape” is a bouncy, catchy, and[…]
“Don’t cry over spilled milk” is a common saying that reminds you to save your tears for the real dramas in life. This has become a mantra for Jessiqa Jones, a singer/songwriter who grew up in Washington state. Her new single, “it’s milk, DON’T CRY!” is an engaging grunge rock[…]
It’s always particularly exciting to learn about a debut, and a debut single by a British indie-rock band takes the cake, in my book. “Jealousy” is the brand new single by Nottingham newcomers Victory Lap. The track is phenomenal and you should listen to it if you like sophisticated indie-rock[…]
“Birdwatcher” is the title track of the beautiful, self-produced debut EP by Kaleha Lee, out now. The Vancouver singer/songwriter does not need much to make the seven songs of the EP a contemplative, enlightening experience: her voice, acoustic guitar, plus subtle melodic and rhythm elements will make you want to[…]
Bristol-based indie-rockers Chasing Kites add another stunning single to their appealing collection, the vibrant “Collide.” In classic indie-rock style, the track starts out slowly, tentatively even, and swells until it cumulates in one cool crescendo. “Collide” has an interesting backstory that can be reflected upon in different ways. Vocalist and[…]
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