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SONG PICK: There's Talk - Ascension

There’s Talk is the trio of Olivia Lee, Kellen Balla and Young Lee who do slow-burning dream pop out of Oakland, California. Singer and songwriter Olivia named their new EP “Great Falls” after “a place- a waterfall system I used to walk and climb along in my home town”

SONG PICK: THE MOOD - Loverboy

SONG PICK: THE MOOD - Loverboy

The first week of January does not see a lot of new music or music videos for that matter. And while our editorial calendar is usually booked for a couple of weeks in advance, I found myself browsing through my emails and new releases, hoping to find a newly released

SONG PICK: Pearl Charles - Take Your Time

SONG PICK: Pearl Charles - Take Your Time

“Take your time, you’re alright, it’s gonna be just fine,” sings L.A.-based singer/songwriter Pearl Charles in her new wonderfully comforting song “Take Your Time.” Lean back, listen to Pearl’s charming retro-infused country pop and try doing the right thing at the right time this

SONG PICK: Eddy Marshall - Gabby

SONG PICK: Eddy Marshall - Gabby

Growing up in Northern Virginia, Eddy Marshall used to listen to Ray Charles and Norah Jones, which influenced his own jazz and pop-infused musical style. Now calling New York City his home, the artist starts the New Year off well with his gorgeous new single “Gabby.” We get quite the

Danielle Durack

SONG PICK: Danielle Durack - Eggshells (Video)

As we come slowly out of the winter break, there are already many releases lined up to look forward to. On January 15 Phoenix-based singer/songwriter Danielle Durack releases her new album “No Place,” which is described as her “journal laid bare for listeners.” The closing track “Eggshells” is about

EXCLUSIVE SONG PREMIERE: The Makeout Club - Confetti

EXCLUSIVE SONG PREMIERE: The Makeout Club - Confetti

With their new single “Confetti”, The Makeout Club releases an instant classic full of beauty and hope. We could not be happier to exclusively premiere the gorgeous track. The Makeout Club is the brainchild of New York composer, Robert Granata, accompanied by Daniel Deitz, Jacob Read-Harber, and Jon Murphy. Together,

TOP 15 SONGS OF 2020 - Elke's Picks

TOP 15 SONGS OF 2020 - Elke's Picks

The past year, I was drawn to optimistic, positive, and dreamy fare, from acoustic folk rock to intricate electro-pop. These are my Top 15 favorite tracks and the order is no ranking but what I find a nice playlist flow. Please enjoy and follow/share if you like what you’

Oliver's Top 15 Songs 2020

Oliver's Top 15 Songs 2020

* Mïrändä – Stay * Von Sell – Want * Carly Shea – Forever * Half Waif – Ordinary Talk * Sandmoon – Angels * Fenne Lily – To be A Woman Pt. 2 * Patricia Lalor – Alone * Odina – Please * Giungla – Walk On The Ceiling * Yodashe – Take Time * Kelly Lee Owens – Night (Song Pick: Melt!) * Ela Minus – dominique (Song Pick: megapunk) * Drinker – Even

SONG PICK: Halo Kitsch - Do You Feel Like A Sinner Yet?

It is the last day of the year and that is a good time to cut out of your life what does not serve you any longer. In her latest song “Do You Feel Like A Sinner Yet?” L.A. singer/songwriter Halo Kitsch describes how she tried to escape

SONG PICK: Tourists - Another State

SONG PICK: Tourists - Another State

“Another State” by English indie-rock quintet Tourists, is a hazy, dreamy, and utterly beautiful song. It is taken from their debut album bearing the same title. The single comes also with a music video, that picks up the nostalgic vibe, about which the band says: With the video, we wanted

SONG PICK: Lauryn Peacock - Coming Over Me Again

The outgoing year brought us many new experiences. One of them is spending time with little distractions from the world around. Nashville-based singer/songwriter Lauryn Peackock lets her new song “Coming Over Me Again” lead up to a soaring chorus that describes these moments with joyful intensity. “All the time

SONG PICK: Walker & Royce - Need2Freek

SONG PICK: Walker & Royce - Need2Freek

Out with the sweet holiday cheer, and in with some energizing dance music! Let’s shake those extra pounds off again, and dance away any lingering negative feelings toward 2020. Time to look with optimism into the future with 2021 approaching fast. New York DJs Sam Walker and Gavin Royce,

SONG PICK: Daemes - Riptide

“Riptide” is about a time further into a relationship than it is typically covered by pop music: when the grace period of courtship ends and a new more meaningful phase begins. In her dramatic debut song Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Dorothy Daemes approaches with deep insecurities but also much courage. Rest

SONG PICK: RYAL - Thunder (Solo On The Dancefloor) (Video)

SONG PICK: RYAL - Thunder (Solo On The Dancefloor) (Video)

Some artists were severely struggling to create anything during the challenging and strange year that 2020 was. Others managed to blend out the constant noise and distractions, pursuing their art. While Jacque Ryal of New York-based alternative synth-pop duo RYAL had her very own scarry COVID experience, she and her

SONG PICK: Estère - Animal Pleasure

In case you feel like drowning in holiday sweetness by now, here is a jolt of energy to pull you out. “Animal Pleasure” is an electric new song by New Zealand producer and singer Estère about exactly what you might think it is. In Estère’s own words: “This song

SONG PICK: Limahl - One Wish For Christmas (Video)

SONG PICK: Limahl - One Wish For Christmas (Video)

“One Wish For Christmas” by Limahl landed in my inbox already before Thanksgiving and instantly knew that I would want to feature the track because as a true teenager of the 80s, who can say ‘no’ to one of England’s hottest pop-stars? Yes, Limahl, the former lead singer of

SONG PICK: Marie Noreger - Eager To Feel

With its chilled jazzy future pop production “Eager To Feel” smoothly enters you mind and invites to dream of something like a sunset cocktail at a beach somewhere. But Norwegian singer Marie Noreger also pours deep thoughts into this song, making it an excellent companion for your year end reflections.

SONG PICK: Rare Monk - Statistic Vandals

SONG PICK: Rare Monk - Statistic Vandals

At home in Portland, OR, indie-rock quartet Rare Monk is gearing up to release their new album “Never Really Over” in early 2021. As fans of their previous record “A Future”, which made it into my favorite albums of 2017, I was eager to hear what they might sound like

BYFYN answers questions about her new EP "In Blue With You"

Ellie Isherwood aka BYFYN is a singer, songwriter, and producer from the U.K. and she has just released her new EP “In Blue With You,” a collection of four shimmering pop tracks that all show a particular edge that keeps them apart from much of the other contemporary pop

SONG PICK: Dharma - 90s Baby (Video)

SONG PICK: Dharma - 90s Baby (Video)

We are super excited about this one! We’re following Dharma Ramirez for five years since she was the singer and guitarist of the Vermont band The Snaz. We met the band first at SXSW 2015 when they played the backroom of a raunchy Sixth Street bar on the same

SONG PICK: BUN - So Far From Home

SONG PICK: BUN - So Far From Home

“So Far From Home”, the new single by Belgian indie-rocker BUN is instantly appealing thanks to its 90s rock vibe and comforting familiarity. Brecht Vanvyaenem, the singer, songwriter, and guitarist behind the moniker BUN, used to play guitar in the Belgian post-metal band Miava. Sadly, that promising project came to

SONG PICK: Graywave - Like Heaven

“Like Heaven,” the new single by U.K. musician Jess Webberly aka Graywave is a classic shoegaze beauty. With heavy guitar layers the song washes over you you like a wave of emotions and fills your mind with its intensity. You might want to turn up the volume to enjoy

SONG PICK: Winona Avenue - December Night (Video)

SONG PICK: Winona Avenue - December Night (Video)

At home in Indianapolis, IA, Winona Avenue create warm and alluring pop-songs with a message. “December Night” is about Christmas and the holiday spirit and it is presented in a fascinating way. The video, directed by Andrew Rozario, picks up on the theme of love and belongingness, telling a story

VIDEO PICKS OF THE WEEK: Carly Chea, Flor and the Sea, Paper Tapes, Pet Needs

VIDEO PICKS OF THE WEEK: Carly Chea, Flor and the Sea, Paper Tapes, Pet Needs

Carly Chea – Personal Pop Star “Personal Popstar” is about the difficulty to find true supporters in the music industry and avoid those who use a musician’s ambition for their own gain. NYC-based singer/songwriter Carly Shea wrote this infectious track on her way back from L.A. and added

SONG PICK: Girl As Wave - Setting Sun

We have been fans of Girl As Wave, the project from New York-based musician Marci Elizabeth since she released the EP “Poison Vines and Nectar” two years ago. Finally we have a new song from her: “Setting Sun” is a prime piece of earthy indie rock that makes appetite of