Mary Lou Lackey – “Snake in my Garden”-From the first time I clicked this song, I felt the immediate spiritual energy. The “snake in the garden” reference to the book of Genesis definitely carries resonance with classic folk music. There’s a bluesy rock …
Three outstanding new folk pop songs that will restore your faith in contemporary songwriters
Larkk – “First Kiss”-When I click play on this song, I feel like I just opened the sweetest music box. You know those ones from the movies with the sweet little melody that plays as the box opens. Once Larkk’s vocal enters the …
Three brand new acoustic folk tracks with some truly captivating, stand out moments
Dylan Dunlap – “Flowers and Balloons”-There’s a forward momentum to the songwriting here that I really appreciate. The strum of the acoustic guitar has a rhythmic energy to it that keeps the song moving. But at the end of that first verse, the …
Album Review: Chris Rusin – Songs from a Secret Room
If you’re a fan of the intersection of rootsy country music with more of an adult contemporary production polish, there’s a lot to like about this new album from Chris Rusin. When I first clicked play on the opening track “Cinders,” I felt …
Three new tracks that live at the intersection of folk, rock, and satisfying meditative lyrics
Henry Grace – “Things”-There’s something about the chill guitar work in the opening of this song that made the hair on the back of my neck stand up. It just feels so genuine; then, when I heard Grace’s vocal I was instantly hooked. …
Three brand new Indie Rock tunes that will take you on a sonic adventure from past to future
A View of the Earth From the Moon – “Emerson and Henry David Thoreau”-I think it’s a right of passage for every “gifted” kid to have a Transcendentalist phase in high school; I sure had mine, right around 11th grade. I think I’ll …
Three new Americana tracks that will have you feeling the blues and rocking out 60s style
Bad Keys of the Mountain – “Nightbird”-If you’re a fan of a well-played acoustic guitar and some stunning vocals, you’ve come to the right place. This sound is something that could be easily compared with the greats of the 60s like Simon and …
Three unique tracks that prove not all pop music sounds the same… and sometimes it will surprise you!
Sierra Sky – “Higher with me”-This is a love song complete with a tender acoustic guitar and an equally tender, lovely vocal. There’s an approachability to this song that I genuinely appreciate. The easy going style invites the listener to lean into the …
Album Review: Ava Valianti – Petunias
If you’re a fan of singer songwriters, definitely settle in for a new album by the emerging talent Ava Valianti. There’s a satisfying, engaging style to this album that’s sure to appeal to a lot of our followers, especially those who enjoy acoustic …
Artist Spotlight: ABBIGAIL is on a one-year challenge to land a publishing deal!
I was listening to submissions a few weeks ago when I found an indie pop track that sounded good. As I was clicking to learn more about the artist, I learned that ABBIGAIL is in the midst of a one-year challenge to land …
