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Riley Catherall - Pray That I Won't Be Long
A blend of traditional folk elements with strong pop hooks and a deeply authentic, broken-hearted mojo.
Malena Zavala - Saw You Coming
This driving beat merges a mesmerizing shuffle with some beautiful vocal harmonies.
Suzanne Sheer - Me and My Friends
Channels summer magic and beautiful friendship with a slow-funk anthem to your favorite crew.
Ginger Winn - Main Character Syndrome
This is a mantra of preparation, of a warlike commitment to a previously-specified outcome, dressed with the trappings of slowcore fuzz rock.
Thomas Bull - Things Fall Apart
Channels the ever present attraction of chaos and uncertainty, and the uncomfortable affirmation that eventually everything goes away.
The String Revolution feat Lakecia Benjamin - America (from West Side Story)
One of the most exciting and innovative guitar ensembles in the world today.
Abigail Fierce - 14 Cigarettes
Explores the aftermath of a failed relationship that is fraught with images of heartbreak and missed opportunity.
Nadia Faye - Smoke in the Room
This soft spoken indie pop jam feels like a soundtrack to the lovelorn existence of young people everywhere.
Charly Whatever - Weekend
Charly Whatever crafts songs that feel like a journey through the unknown.
Keith Rayburn - Just the Gasoline
A good time is sometimes dangerous, and danger is often a good time.
fuzzyy - nights in the basement ft. long beard
A rhythmic and deeply mesmerizing study in how to merge late night trance vibes with organic drums and an understated vocal majesty.
Нежное Это - Песенка лета
The sound is close to Brazilian Bossa Nova, Japanese loungecore, chiptune, funk and children's songs.
upsidedownhead - circulate ft. PLGRMS
Stimulates the heart and mind with an urgent call to continue moving forward.
rum·gold - Get Through (prod. James Chatburn)
With an ethereal sense of melody, and a slow groove, this number shimmers with an impressive confidence and precision.
neverlander - Rat Race
The city at night is transformed - it needs you, it hates you: welcome to the race.
morgxn - home ft. WALK THE MOON (Vevo performance)
The process of engineering a live take is able to cut out the unnecessary, leaving just the raw and freshly-hewn stuff of pure inspiration.
monkeybars - Sock Options
A fun stroll through the sounds of that tumultuous decade that was the 80s, with some original touches and a synth-heavy groove that won’t quit.
machineheart - Do You Love
A truly emotive and exquisite lead vocal; a strong writing sense that underscores the persona, and the kind of production that feels like a given.
lindsay - Say It
A simple yet poignant song that is mesmerizing in its fusion of organic fingerpicking with layers of gorgeous vocal harmony.
junior a - corolla
Joining elements of cloud rap, electronic, and indie-pop, junior a pens an anthem to raw, unfettered honesty.
goekchic - inflammation
Mid-tempo, slightly melancholic Indie pop with a solid beat & a smooth vocal performance.
emma miller - Wasteland
What at first feels raw and utterly unadorned builds into a controlled explosion of stacked vocals, acoustic strumming, and washy snare rolls.
daysormay - Role Model
A stateside Phoenix: you have the infectious melody, the synth primacy, and the pristine groove synergy.
aboutagirl - KaMiKaZe
Joins an electronic groove with some funky flavor and a message about staying in the game.
Zach Kleisinger - Feeling Like This
With drums as dry as a hay bale its got that clean roots mix and a throaty voice like a choked-up troubadour.
Your Smith - The Spot (Young & Sick Remix)
Your Smith gives us a warm and sunny dance hit to get us through the winter.
Your Sadness is Power & Self-Honesty is Always First. - Indie Music on Tap: S2E4
Its real. You are right to feel that way. Right now, nothing is normal.
Your License to Be Weird. - Freedom Fry: David Bowie
An upbeat, single-minded commitment to being weird for its own sake, and a fitting tribute to the ultimate icon of personal style.
Youngblood - Better When Youre Close
Its a dance track with a dark veil over it; a cauldron of synth bass bubbles nearby.
Young Pop Phenom from Calgary. - Tate McRae: dont be sad
With an inky backdrop, lens effects, and a smattering of camera close-ups, we explore the conflicted and manic world of modern pop music.
You Dont Need Expensive Equipment to Make Amazing Music. - A Discussion of How Industry Standards Have Changed.
Spotify gets 20,000 new song submissions every day. Having a nice microphone will not set you apart - but having a fresh and creative approach to w...
Yoe Mase - Falling
The lead vocal is melodic in a sort of Adam Levine way, but the beat-making borrows more from Daft Punk or even a Maggie Rogers.
Yes Kid - Alright
Yes Kid sets a philosophical tone, balancing self-reflection against the backdrop of a complex and melancholic metropolis.
Yellow Shoots - desert rose
Its true funk, putting the beat and the melody together, and pushing out a mid-tempo groove that feels like Bubblicious.
Yearning Chamber Pop from Amsterdam. - Celine Cairo: Overflow
Processes the aftermath of a lost love with intimacy and poise as Celine again proves that her personal blend of folk, pop, and electronic music h...
Ye Approved Production Duo from Los Angeles Drops New Single. - The Image: Super Lit Boi
After being taken under the wing of Bu, The Image flew to Cody Wyoming to write and produce for Kanye West, which quickly tested their skills and c...
Yacht Punk - New Wave Denier
This band-forward rock number is both a simple good time, and a complicated statement about the process every generation goes through to find their...
YONAKA - F.W.T.B.
Its the song De Niro might have been listening to for his famous mirror scene in Taxi Driver. Its a drop-in caffeine buzz for your alpha self.
XamVolo - Adored (Live Rendition)
Its not Stevie Wonder and its not exactly DAngelo either. Its velvet, its cigar smoke, its light and shadow.
Writer Producer Digs Deep for Chill New Pop Release. - Joshua Worden: Alright
Has an immediate appeal that exposes a subtle, mid-tempo shuffle sparkling behind the acoustic drums, piano, and jazz-flavored guitar nuggets.
World Pop with Roots in Mali. - Awa Mangara: Yala Yala (Official video)
Explores both the physical rapture of movement as well as the magic of a perfect union.
World Music Roots Jam. - Introducing Rastaino: Never The Right Time
Explores the need to resist, and work harder than ever before, in the hope of creating a future we can be proud of.
World Folk. - Alex Cuba feat. Silvana Estrada: Dividido
A fun look at how to navigate our differences with style and grace.
Woody Pitney - A Little Too Late
The folk and acoustic roots are strong here, but with a big mix and a layered chorus, creating easy power-pop comparisons to the likes of Vance Joy...
Wistful Soul from UCLA Jazz Studies Alum. - Ryan Nealon: Not Coming Home
This beautiful ballad will have you embracing the ones you love just a little bit tighter tonight.
Wistful Roots Pop from Austin. - Listen to Deer Fellow: If You Dont Lie
This wistful ode to loving intimacy reminds us that self-honesty and open communication lie at the heart of every successful relationship.
Wistful Indie Folk Rock from Chicago. - The Darling Suns: Better Off
A lovelorn and lonely tribute to the ones left behind that is full of guitar hooks, lost memories, and the feeling that we are always stronger than...
Wistful Indie Folk Pop from Vermont. - Couchsleepers: Half the Night
Captures perfectly that intangible moment when the heart feels alone, irrationally, and we crave a familiar voice to tell us we are loved.
Wistful Hip Hop from Toronto for Fans of Eminem. - Max Wassen: Growing Pains
A poetic flow about the fleeting innocence of youth, along with a reminder that we all need time to slow down and appreciate the moments that dont ...
Wistful French Folk Pop from Quebec. - Listen to Geneviève Racette: Les adieux
Evokes feelings of love, heartbreak, and healing, led by an acoustic piano, a gentle rhythm, and Genevièves own unforgettable vocal performance.
Wistful Folk Pop. - My Fathers Son: Ribbon in the Wind
There can be stillness, but we are never still.
Wistful Folk Pop from Nashville. - Becoming Young: Reverie
Delivers an inspired journey of new love, from bouncy acoustic guitar riffs through the start of something unexpected and a little bit reckless.
Wistful Folk Pop from Los Angeles Out Now on Random Harvest Records. - N. Kerbin: Black and Blue
As we move forward, we forget the pain, and over time there’s real sweetness attached to those memories.
Wistful Folk Pop from Ireland. - Joe Cleere: Innocence (From Your Eyes)
Leaves us with the understanding that innocence is precious, precisely because it cannot last forever.
Wistful Folk Pop from Atlanta. - Sean Waterman: Rules
Explores the way that love becomes complicated as time goes by with a wistful and melancholic moment to decide whether true romance is actually wor...
Wistful Folk Pop for Fans of Peter Bradley Adams. - Steve Savage: Keep Quiet
We are never too old to feel young again.
Wistful Electro Pop from the UK. - Nick Wilson: Say It Now
A moment of painful catharsis: when the little things add up to something that can no longer be ignored, and we all at once know that freedom is th...
Wistful Electro Pop FFO Frank Ocean. - HOFFEY: Holiday
A relaxed and wistful sound that brings together a bouncy groove with the magic of true love.
Wistful Country Pop from Los Angeles. - Paige Shannon: Windmills
This roots-driven confessional delivers an emotional journey from solitude to blissful union.
Wistful & Multifarious Bedroom Rock. - Introducing The Clementines: Apparatus
Speaks to the pervasiveness of personal catharsis while building on the memory of a dream, expanding into a dark celebration of uncertainty as Lief...
Wisconsin Artisan Makes Nostalgic Music During Lockdown. - Matt Monsoor: Galloway
At its core this song is a heartfelt ode to the eternal flame of creativity—that force of art and personal accomplishment that turns every lived mo...
Winning Folk Pop from Ohio. - Oliver Hazard: Ballerina
For this trio of childhood friends from Waterville, dreams really do come true.
Wingtip - Fake It
With a syncopated intro on the muted electric guitar, we quickly get that deep kick drum to drop a la Imagine Dragons.
Willie Farmer - I Am The Lightning
Simply a small-town auto mechanic who’s never shaken his love for old school legends.
William Fitzsimmons - Distant Lovers
The power of the language and the affect here are immediately striking: the production from Adam Landry is exquisite and the lyrical theme feels ra...
Willemijn May - Make-believe
Its a message about what happens when we are left alone for too long, and the tangled webs we weave around ourselves.
Why You Should Keep Your Eye on RMRK
2022 will be the year of Web 3.0. Polkadot, Kusama, and RMRK are leading the way.
Why SonicBids Is Just a Bad Copy of Reverb Nation
The team at SonicBids has no intention of curating a useful experience for their subscribers - quite the opposite: they make every attempt to pump ...
Why I Created GETSEEN. - A Short Tour of the CHILLFILTR Workflow.
Email is broken. And a series of anonymous Airtable forms will only get you so far.
Who doesn't love a good September surprise
I'm sorry, Sacramento, I guess it just wasn't meant to be. Anyone need a sublet?
Whitacre - Find The Light
Its got that stompy Credence-style straight-ahead groove with a lot of acoustic guitar over the top. Its a picking party and a folk-rock afternoon ...
Whimsical Dream-Pop. - Listen to The Day: Grow
You could be on a dance floor, circa 1985, with your eyes on a human prize.
When In Doubt, Keep Making Art
In the fight for economic justice, equality, and a future we can believe in: if the art is good, the world will follow.
What Just Happened?
You don't point to someone and say, "don't be selfish." Instead, you say "look what kindness can get you."
Westrin & Mowry - Company I Keep
Brian Westrin and Peter Mowry are a the rock duo Westrin & Mowry from East Lansing, Michigan.
West Coast Electronic Pop FFO Maggie Rogers. - Watch the Video for Lyrah: Taken
A combination of flawless production instinct, emotional complexity, and sultry vocal sugar.
We have finally read through all the submissions of the last few months.
The level of quality and originality is always stunning to behold. Thank you to the hundreds of authors that submitted to us over the past six months.
We Seldom Take the Time to Write for No Reason.
Yes, it is a form of procrastination. But its also an important component of the creative process.
We Have Some Big Announcements for the First Month of the Year.
We added close to 100 new tracks in January. The year is getting off to an exciting start. — cover photo: Georgia Harmer
We Did It. - Welcome to CHILLFILTR 3.0
This site now runs on Craft CMS, with assists from TailwindCSS and Servd.host - plus a whole bunch of cloud services.
Wax Records Artist Drops Another Upbeat Pop Gem. - Virginia To Vegas: no excuses
An emotionally resonant yet upbeat exploration of a complicated would-be romance, with a driving, dance-friendly drum mix and plenty of melodic ho...
Wave 7 of The Outlaw Ocean Project. - Music by Alan Braxe, KMTR, Benoit Pioulard, and Cheap Monk
Bringing the conversation of how to best collectively manage access to the limited resources of the worlds oceans to the forefront for a new genera...
Wave 6 of The Outlaw Ocean Project. - Music by Angger Dimas, Their Dogs Were Astronauts, and First Light Circus
Musicians and journalists are both storytellers, leveraging either sound or prose to make their point.
Wander Marchal - Sacred
It doesnt hurt that her voice is all silk and salt, and the horns stand ready, the groove is all set.
Walter The Producer - Tell Me Again
The vibe is very positive for this young artist who left a mark with his "No Substance Mixtape" in 2023, and is following up on his viral success w...
WILD - Summer
Called simply Summer, this new release from WILD sounds like the soundtrack to a long, colorful sunset, full of instant memories and cold beer.
WATCH: New Video from Top Billboard Dance Artist. - Felix Cartal: Mood
This video captures the brilliance and positivity of Cartals music, and may forever change the way you think about Mondays.
Vulnerable Indie Pop from London. - Kings Elliot: Dancing Alone
This heart-forward track lays out the sacrifices that are so often necessary to make a relationship work.
Vulnerable Indie Pop from Ireland. - Orla Gartland: Heavy
The catharsis of love-lost creates a solid pathway for Gartlands art, through the turbulent waters of public opinion.
Vulnerable Folk Pop for Fans of Deerhunter. - Simen Mitlid: Birds
Pairs gorgeous melody with soft harmonies and a dynamic production in a way that feels both melancholic and deeply hopeful.
Vulnerable Electro Pop. - Lauren Sanderson: Hotel Room (Music Video)
A danceable production leverages this story of attraction into a wine-and-cigarettes parable about living for the moment.
Voodoo Street-Jazz. - Listen to Old Nobodaddy: Read em and Weep
Equal parts Mardi Gras, blues testimony, and funky voodoo.
Voice of Barbie. - Elli Moore: Somebody To Talk To
A vibrant minute finding the connection between solitude and inspiration.
Vivid Retro Soul. - Native Harrow: Something You Have
A bittersweet moment of longing, lost in the visceral projections of a vivid imagination.
Vitesse x Joins With Esteemed Vaporwave Label 100% Electronica for new Single Potential Energy
With equal parts euphoria and whirlwind drum sequences this Brooklyn producer delivers an ethereal and expressive club anthem that is perfect for y...
Virginia To Vegas - heaven tonight
The anthem for romantic fireworks that you didn't know you needed.
Virginia Folk-Rock. - Listen to The Currys: Jose
A celebration of the magic and impermanence that lives inside each moment.
Viral Country Star from Jacksonville Drops Wistful New Hit. - Matt Cooper: Aint Met Us Yet
As an independent artist, it is difficult to show the world your potential without a label backing you up—but Matt Cooper is making it look easy.
Vintage Authentic Americana. — The Old North: Ghost
The Old North is a lively Americana trio mixing upbeat folk music synergy with influences from the singer-songwriter genre as well as jazz, bluegra...
Vilde - Rabbit Hole
It is slightly robotic and mysterious music, peppered with swells and the sound of brainwaves made real.
Vikki Gilmore - Someone
The energy is both soothing and a bit peppery, while the voice sounds to be on the fashionable side of timid: controlled, well-purposed, and perfec...
Victoria Victoria - Sanctuary
A summer celebration of the choices we get to make, as we build a life one day at a time.
Vibrant Indie Pop from Miami Explores Social Awkwardness. - The Hails - Situations
This polished mix of driving guitar harmonies, wistful melodies, and atmospheric color is a perfect soundtrack for finding personal space away from...
Veterans of Electronic Music Create Powerful Collaboration. - Introducing Nili Fossae: Into the Blue
Develops slowly from a sparse, rhythmic figure into a multi-layered tapestry of sampled percussion, thumping bass drum, ambient pads, and flitterin...
Very Yes - Ten Ate
The bouncy energy and the ambient flourishes come together to push a 2-bar drum figure into what feels like a bright future.
Versatile Soul Pop from New Jersey Songwriter. - Matt Hartke: Life Is Strange
Strikes a lively pose with a nod to classic foot-stomping soul from the likes of Raphael Saadiq.
Vern Matz - Systematically Gone
With a sticky piano hook and a warm feeling of raw truth-telling this song might take you by surprise.
Vermont Neuroscientist Explores the Long Shadow of Love. - Listen to Couchsleepers: Valentines Day
Heres to hoping that the legend is true: a soulmate could be just moments away, lurking around lifes next corner.
Vermont Folk Album Preview. - Ian Steinberg: Here Nor There
An intimate example of music as a vehicle for personal catharsis.
Venice Beach Songwriter Speaks to Beloved Friend. - Enjune: Be Alright
We carry the ones we love wherever we go.
Velvet Smooth Bedroom Pop from Texas. - Conan Gray: Wish You Were Sober (Music Video)
True connection is always better when we remember the details.
Velcro Mary - Stars In Eyes (Acoustic)
The honesty and the bittersweetness is palpable; theres a story there, and more importantly, there is true pathos.
Vaporwave Heavyweight Drops New Video. - The New Division: Jealous
The delivery here is all hook, as you might expect from the musical brood of Simple Minds and Tears For Fears.
Vancouvers Own Electropop - CHERRIE LAUREL: Breaking the Spell
Many of us, perhaps, would do well to have our spell broken.
Vancouver Trio Delivers Moving Tribute to Self Love. - Allswell: You Call Me
This gorgeous song transcends the worship genre with magnificent elements of chamber pop and vocal harmonies that might remind you of Ocie Elliott.
Vancouver Roots Artist Releases New Single Seasons Changing
Who among us can actually handle the truth—and dare to celebrate the ubiquity of our own imperfections?
VanRiss - The River
An easy combination of dreamy folk, melody, and introspection that might remind you of a cross between Matthew Mole and Eastmountainsouth.
Vacation Manor - Damage Is Done
This soundtrack to a love that endures heartbreak is bound to come in handy for the next generation of anxious lovers.
VOG - The Two of Us (feat. Oliver Forest)
The powerful combination of a rich melodic appeal, acoustic guitar, and a deeply dance-inflected and electronic sound.
VAN STEE - Here Comes the Fire
The vocals seem to reminisce at the high-throaty nuggets of a Thom Yorke, while the affect and color of the music wind around the same modern Indie...
Uplifting Roots Pop from London. - Paul Cook & The Chronicles: Parade
Every day is a gift that we should not take for granted.
Uplifting Hip Hop from Oakland. - Flipsyde: Imagine Peace
A pop-friendly hip hop track that delivers a message of hope and healing, supporting the core theme of love - as a benevolent force for solidarity.
Uplifting Hip Hop from Atlanta. - Nesha Nycee: Another Day
A refreshing and energetic approach to songwriting joins with a message of self-empowerment to deliver an anthem for underserved communities around...
Uplifting Alt Pop from Ireland. - Flynn: One of Us (Music Video)
This uplifting song of personal redemption delivers big hooks and an overwhelming sense that friendship is the best medicine for a lonely heart.
Uplifting Acoustic Pop from Spain. - Luna Keller: Ill Bring You Home
May we all benefit from the love of someone who will lift us up when we fall.
Update for February. - Song Contest News, and Some Comments About the User Experience.
Announcing our biggest contest yet, changes to the navigation experience, and a few notes for the future.
Upbeat Throwback Pop from Dallas. - Logan Prescott: How We Wanted
A throwback pop-vibe combines a thirst for second chances with the sound of vocoders and a sharp electronic drum groove.
Upbeat Soul from Los Angeles. - The Never Ending Fall: Like She Does
Their eclectic repertoire includes various styles that range from heavy hitting indie rock to a lighter, soul-drenched affair.
Upbeat Indie Rock from Virginia. - Stray Fossa: For What Was
Balances a warm snare tone against a controlled-chaos of electric guitar, electronic hooks, and enchanting melody.
Upbeat Indie Rock from Ottawa. - Hopper: Caught in the Moment
An urgent quarter-note pulse, loud guitars, and an inspired lead vocal performance underscore the simple message that the youth of the world are re...
Upbeat Indie Pop. - Virginia To Vegas: Just Friends
Some things have a way of happening at exactly the right time.
Upbeat Indie Pop from Northern California. - Leon in the Wild: You Can Leave a Mess in Here
This circular, pop-friendly introspection will have you cruising up highway 1, window down, chasing a pacific sunset into the forests of Mount Tama...
Upbeat Indie Pop from Berlin. - Parcels: Live From Hansa Studios, Berlin (Vol. 1) [Music Video]
Parcels' combination of jazz, rock, and upbeat pop has resonated with fans of organic music the world over.
Upbeat Folk Pop from New York FFO The Chainsmokers. - Brothers Page: Back To You
A barrage of pop hooks that showcases a laser-sharp sibling harmony and the impressive musicality of two rising Instagram celebrities.
Unique Soul Pop from the UK. - JONES: Camera Flash
With a list of high-profile fans of her music that includes Sam Smith, the future is bright for this unique British talent.
Unique Songwriter Returns with Introspective Single. - Suzy Callahan: Im Nothing
What if we lived like no one is judging?
Unique Chillhouse Grooves from Norway. - Woodvibes: dendrochronology
Delivers a sense of beautiful catharsis, simple melody, and synchronicity hidden in the mellow groove.
Unforgettable Indie Pop from Nashville. - Savannah Sgro: Friends With Your Girlfriend
Leverages an honest and disarming soprano against a heartfelt lyricism that draws from universal touch-points of daily life.
Unforgettable Indie Folk from London. - Grace Gillespie: Goodbye
A roots-driven pop jam that features acoustic guitar, organic live drums, and a sense of poetic introspection that is delivered with confidence and...
Unforgettable Folk Pop from Newcastle. - Introducing Bree Rusev: What is Love
Combines organic elements of guitar and piano with the poetic lyricism of an old soul.
Understated Acoustic Folk FFO Bon Iver. - Jesper Hasnaoui: Warm Night In Oslo
A soothing and romantic moment of introspection, served over an understated shuffle and a complement of muted brass.
Underground Bedroom Pop Star Sings in English and Korean. - Yaeji: Waking Up Down (Music Video)
Get ready to hear a lot more about this unpretentious pop star and her seductive, subliminal brand of dance-ready bedroom pop.
Uh Oh Jiminy - Face the Music
A girl, a guitar, and a once-in-a-lifetime inspiration: the future is made of such things.
USC Grad Finds Indie Rock Fulfillment. - Listen to Leah Capelle: alder lake
Leah Capelle shares her capacity to strip naked and engage the cold grip of icy waters in a stubborn search for personal truth.
US Pop Duo Collaborates with UK Pop Phenom. - Great Good Fine Ok x Emily Burns: Could Be Us
An electronic confection that is sure to make you feel something.
UK Star on the Rise. - Liv Dawson: Pushing 21
Resonates as a coming-of-age anthem for anyone that craves a taste of success. --- photo credit: Conor Clinch
UK Songwriting Duo Offers Gorgeous Preview of New Album. - Meadowlark: Goodbye
One day, its just clear that happiness is possible again.
UK Producer and Pop Star Teams Up with American Rapper. - S-X: All Night (feat. Trippie Redd)
Marks the newest chapter in a star-studded ascendancy as S-X moves from behind-the-scenes producer into a burgeoning career as solo music artist.
UK Multi Instrumentalist Returns with New Single. - Natty Reeves: White Lies
A combination of organic drums, clean electric guitar tones, and an airy, layered vocal presence makes this DeepMatter Records release an instant...
UK Indie Rock. - Bedroom / Boredom: TV Brain
Keep your head down, take deep breaths, and don’t let yourself get too crazy.
UK Indie Rock Debut. - Oh Brother: Im A Nice Guy
Channels the bold mojo of Don Juan into the glam-soul of T. Rex.
UK Indie Pop. - The Luxury of Being Human: Bring Summer Back
This melodic indie rock banger is ready to inject some excitement into the summer of your dreams.
UK Indie Pop Explores Complex Inner World & Yearning for the Unachievable. - Brooke Law: Hunger (Music Video)
Challenging our own weaknesses only makes us stronger.
UK Folk-Pop. - Keston Cobblers Club: Heres the Truth
An engaging and thoughtful message about the things we give away for a chance at true love.
UK Folk-Pop Hitmaker. - Passenger: Heart To Love (Music Video)
Its all here - the riffs high on the neck, the egg shaker, and the continual introduction of new thematic material.
UK Folk Vibes. - Listen to We Are All Fossils: Merry Go Round
The only goal is to connect with another human, and to create a love that could last forever.
UK Folk Pop. - Listen to Ed Patrick: Blow My Cover
A delicate page from the storybook of young love.
UK Electro Pop. - Brooke Law: The Edge
Matches a simmering creative energy with the syncopated kick drum of an infectious chorus drop.
UK Bright Pop Sensation Prepares for Their First Headline Tour. - Nature TV: Treading Water
Combines an edgy indie rock vibe with sing-along melodies and a nod to retro pop.
Tyzo Bloom (feat. Gigi) - SUCKER
A peppery party anthem, doused in mild contempt, a bit like drinking beer with a vodka hangover.
Tyson Kelly - Girl Youre So Money
Its half of a warped reggae chop, surgically attached to a lounge band shuffle, with soul-pop vocals sprinkled on top.
Tyler Bernhardt Trio - A Marshmellow World (feat. Dan Peck)
A Christmas gem, brought to life in a freshly-swung fashion: dig it, baby.
Twan Ray - We Could Start a Thing
A distraction, an obsession, and a beautiful escape from the messy circumstances of everyday life.
Tropical Groove Pop from Fort Greene. - Listen to Sea Glass x Sky Adler: Lemon Lime Watermelon
A laid-back pop song with happy energy and a carefree vibe that exploits layers of complex harmony.
Tropical Dance Pop Drops on new CYBERPVNK label. - R3HAB x Mr Eazi x Wafia: I Wanna Run Away
On that cutting edge between dance, electronic, and African pop with a lyrical theme that is perfect for an impromptu island getaway.
Trip Hop Meets Indietronica in South Africa. - EMERGER: State of Mind
Carves out a fresh and inspired place in the world of beat-driven Indietronica with a groove borrowed from trip-hop, and a vocal performance that i...
Tree Hollow - Living Proof
The thick counterpoint from the vocal melody is sure to lull you into a state of clarity.
Tre Burt - Real You
Purpose-built to be, and mixed as, a dirty window on humanity, the stripped-down folk-band backing does nothing to hinder the raw fullness of the a...
Traditional Irish Folk Song in Honor of Those We Have Lost to Coronavirus. - Daoirí Farrell: The Parting Glass
A bittersweet commemoration of what has been lost, and a sobering acknowledgement of what will need to be done to rebuild our shattered world.
Tracked Live from a Tiny House in Northern California. — Joe Kaplow: Tunnel Vision
Kaplow is sharing a preview from the new album coming out later in the year, and if this song is any indication, its going to be a sizzler.
Toyesauce - Love Is Gonna Get Ya
Stanton Moore rounds out a star-studded cast for this groovy swamp jam from Nashville staple Leon Toye.
Touching Indie Folk from London. - Mungo Parker: Grace
A sweet and fluid sense of lyricism, seasoned with hints of poetry and a halting arrangement that yields rich moments of introspective pause.
Toronto Indie Pop Phenom. - bülow: Boys Will Be Boys (music video)
bülow continues to develop her lyrical signature around themes of early romance and the complications that come from making ourselves vulnerable.
Toronto Indie Electronic. - aiwake: Tonight (Sundown) [Music Video]
A symbolic statement about the importance of timing and authenticity.
Toronto Indie Artist Honors the Memory of Beloved Grandmother. - His His: Sweet Company
Delivers a majestic and cathartic moment of eulogy that is nothing short of stunning.
Toronto Afrobeat. - Listen to PapaRaZzle: Story for Days
PapaRaZzle gives us his very best with this yearning look at all that is possible.
Toria Rainey - Cowboy Song
The kind of song to change their world when the right person hears it at the right time.
Toranpetto - Portland Rain
Funny how the sound of rain can be a universal artistic touchpoint: it is everywhere, and at the same time, unique to right here.
Top Producer Releases New Video. - Møme: Sail Away ft. Ricky Ducati
Sail Away is a painful reckoning with the unfortunate truth that we cannot choose what will knock us down - we can only choose to get back up.
Top Philly Producer Kid Travis Mixes Hard Work with Undeniable Talent. - Watch the Music Video for Birds
The sky is the limit for this singer, songwriter, instrumentalist and producer with an instinct for catchy melodies, smooth flow, and a voice that ...
Top International Hip Hop Collab. - KDDK x Imanbek x Fetty Wap: Leck
Mixes elements of commercial hip hop, electro house, and gangsta rap with a roster of top talent and some badass groove.
Top 5 Reasons Why Radio.co is a Bad Choice for Music Broadcasters
A point-by-point, technical discussion of the drawbacks to using radio.co to broadcast music.
Top 20 Content in the Year 2024
An interesting mix of political commentary, consumerist product chatter, Internet lore, and literary tidbits.
Tom West - Got It Cheap
Its a slow swing, a toe-tapper, and a bit of nostalgia. I love the arrangement, the use of banjo, and the very effective use of space.
Tom Speight - Want You
Sometimes a pop song doesnt have to do too much: a hummable melody, a few moments of perfection, and a beat that feels right.
Tiphanie Doucet - Under My Sun
The single piano notes, and the terrifically nuanced string section; the bells at the start of every bar: this song is perfectly manicured to sound...
Timothy Robert Graham - Scaring The Children
Its a lanky sort of beat, that goes by in a flash; like a little musical candy bar. With a side of glam-fuzz guitar.
Timeless Love Song Taps the Roots of Americana. - Misty River: Take This Dance [Live from Under The Apple Tree Studios]
A timeless example of why love is always worth fighting for.
Timeless Electronic Alt Pop from Brisbane. - cln: Endlessly
For a moment we can all savor the simple beauty of a rare, lonely bird, yowling in the rain.
Timeless Americana Provides Escape from Modern Life. - Sam Carlson: Leave Me Alone
A powerful message about the disconnect between city-minded, political groupthink and the rural isolationism found everywhere else in the United St...
Time to Drink the Wine
I found this poem from last summer, I was in LA and I decided to walk from Downtown all the way to our hotel in Studio City, just like how I used t...
Timber - Shuttlecock
A bit of self-reflection, about life and meaning, in that universal language of open-world imagery. --- photo credit: Wes Frazier
Tiaryn - Just Another Year
As you peel back the layers of intricate bass, emotional vocal delivery, and auxiliary keyboards, you are left with a pocket-driven core that will ...
Throwback Soul from Living Legend is Produced by Dan Auerbach. - CeeLo Green: Lead Me
Features a double-dose of CeeLos signature vocal flair, alongside a heartwarming message of friendship and loving support.
Thoran James - battersea
Handcrafted & deeply personal music that creates a story with organic, acoustic tones.
Thompson Faulk - While the World Blows Up
Thompson Faulk keeps up the front-porch stomp and weaves in some aww-shucks about putting it all on the line for your lady.
This Talented Vocalist is the Step Daughter of Pop Legend Daryl Hall. - Introducing: March Fry: Waiting Up
Weaves her classic sense of Soul into a modern production aesthetic, with an absolutely gorgeous vocal presence and a wide, bubbly mix.
This Song is Hauntingly Beautiful. - Frank Bell: Home (Music Video)
Every sound, every note, makes a mark: from the small notes on the piano, to the dynamic swell of the bass and the inflections from the lead vocal.
This Lighthearted Love Song from Melbourne Explores the Fantasy of Infatuation. - Nat Vazer: For A Moment (Music Video)
This rock-fueled toe-tapper features stacks of vocal harmony, saturated reverb, and a sense of the inherent danger involved with allowing oneself t...
This Indie Rock Song Will Floor You. - Listen to yeardley: tigers for the pennant!
An endearing track that attaches a sense of resolution to the bubbling self-reflection, and adds a hint of Ben Gibbard to the vocal delivery.
This Indie Pop Gem from Toronto Will Put a Smile on Your Face. - Devan: Feel Better
We all have bad days. This gorgeous track is here to take the edge off for someone who just needs a friend.
This Indie Folk Song Has Roots in Ashland and Paris (FFO Ray LaMontagne). - Krister Axel: Weightless Heart
Top producer Shane Leonard elevates this expression of pride and self-determination into a melancholic roots-folk anthem perfect for fans of Ray La...
This Electro Pop Artist from Long Island Offers a Safe Space for Emotional Frustration. - Listen to Jaime Deraz: Lie
Was she really just lying to herself when she said he was worth loving in the first place?
This Cozy Summer Island is Still Upstate New Yorks Best Kept Secret.
Nestled along the western coast of Wellesley Island, Thousand Island Park has been putting a spotlight on community since 1890. Tonight we enjoyed ...
The king heat ensemble: Landslide
For a brief second, everything is clear. --- Inuit artwork © The Manitoba Museum
The Western Den - Hem
The Western Den builds a gorgeous soundscape around a velvety duet and an orchestral-sounding rhythm section.
The Voice of a Generation. - Barry Manilow: My Funny Valentine (Lyric Video)
His love of music was, and still is, in arranging, composing and songwriting - yet his is among the most iconic voices of a generation.
The Voice Alum Ready to Drop Stunning Debut. - Raine Stern: Im Not Them
Features a signature combination of soul-inspired vocals, intricate guitar-based counterpoint, and the slamming horn arrangements that Raine is qu...
The Voice AU Contestant Mentored by Boy George. - Introducing René Le Feuvre: Grocery Store
Tells the story of a young girl who aspires to a life beyond the confines of her small world.
The Unbearable Lightness of Tech Support
If you have any more questions, just pick up the phone and call me right back
The Tao of Cézanne: Error is the Natural State of a Complex System.
The Cézannes of the world bloom late not as a result of some defect in character, or distraction, or lack of ambition, but because the kind of crea...
The Tame and the Wild - Even Apple Trees Go Through Rough Times
As if commiseration with the natural world was an end to itself.
The Sideshow Tragedy - Nobody
The Sideshow Tragedy is able to lay down the foundations of a Petty-style groove and throw a few self-deprecating grenades of revelation over the top.
The Sidemen: We Dont Wanna Hear About It
The Sidemen bring us back to patent leather, pivot-on-the-heel kind of 80s funk; there is a reference to Morris Day...
The Ruralists - Your Bones Get Old
A statement about the true value of life, and a reminder that even infinite possibility doesnt last forever.
The Ruralists - Eggs
Its a lead vocal with a big natural vibrato and a cynical smirk. Lyrically it strikes a tone of urban alarmism, a message of getting woke for the e...
The Rules of Engagement
This was one the first things I ever posted to CHILLFILTR - the blog was just a few days old.
The Roosevelts - Love in Color
Its a shot right down the alt-rock center; a peacock walk right through the front door.
The Problem With how Spotify Calculates Payments for Artists.
This simple tweak would help artists with fewer listeners survive. Why wont they do it?
The People The Poet - Kids on the Corner
Features a pained but beautiful melody with a lot of acoustic guitar picking, some piano, and a pair of giant boots climbing giant indie rock steps...
The Parachute Testers - Don't Want to Know
Features a nice mix of organic and electronic elements with a gorgeous and expansive lead vocal performance.
The Paper Kites - Deep Burn Blue
This song is a simple, infectious melody, delivered with impeccably groomed vocals, and a smooth late-night catharsis.
The Paper Kites - By My Side (feat. Rosie Carney)
An understated masterpiece of bittersweet pathos as we feel the power of mutual attraction between two lovers, soon to be reunited.
The New Electric Sound - The Chills
Spring-reverb 1950s stuff and later-era synth sounds with a rock vocal and some very scientific songwriting.
The National Parks Drop New Album A Mix For The End Of The World – Part 1
This enticing Folk Pop quartet follows up on their critically acclaimed 2020 album Wildflower.
The Mercy Stone - Above the Towers
It’s a satisfying, introspective, and deeply original sound, extending the power of vocal cadence and western harmony over a ragged backdrop of ove...
The Memoirs - Means To An End
An incisive eye for getting to the point, as well as some tube-drenched power chords, help The Memoirs to build a modern sound and story that is al...
The Lifers - The Nature of Things
As the storm of self-possession crashes in and recedes again, we take solace in the shelter of a perfect fifth.
The Legend of GameStop and the Wall Street Bets Subreddit
Some of the people that wanted to short GME are now buying it back to cut their loses in case the stock keeps going up.
The Latest from Taiwans Dark Paradise Records. - Oberka: When I Fall In Love
This enigmatic combination of high-energy electronica and futuristic funk is both unique and enthralling.
The King of Lo Fi. - Kurt Vile: Loading Zones (Music Video)
There is this feeling that the music here is just a bit raw, very human, and unadorned; its not exactly alt-folk, its not exactly anything, its Kur...
The Kelseys - Forester Drive
The quality of collectivism and the level of balance between boisterous college-pop and a more restrained art-rock make The Kelseys a band to watch...
The Hunter Express - Friend of Mine
Touches on that whispered world between love and friendship, with a hint of pain in the lead vocal, and a beautifully-delivered duet.
The Holy Knives - Manipulator
Matches a seething industrial darkness with some big electro pop hooks.
The Girls Upstairs - The Show
The persona of this protagonist has as much black widow as it does femme fatale.
The First Season of Indie Music on Tap.
I had a friend once who said you should start a podcast. Then I had another friend once who said I really like your podcast. — listen to all 10 epi...
The Fey - Contender
With a strong modern blues feeling to this coupled with elements of hip-hop along the lines of a Gary Clark Jr, the energy level is high and the am...
The Feather - BB
Offers a refreshing glimpse into the mind of an enigmatic Belgian musical polymath.
The Dollar Bill Murrays - The Shape You Take
The Dollar Bill Murrays reference the dance-rock of Franz Ferdinand while they also build a deliciously syncopated and choppy chorus that seems to ...
The Dirt & The Grime - DO U LOVE ME
Its a snappy beat and an overdriven vocal that gives hints of a Jack White. This is punk-forward riff rock of the highest order.
The Compensators - Love Drags
Its a perfect punk-pop track: all feels and grunge and head-banging. You could start a fight with this energy.
The Color Red (feat. Tova Strandell & Pontus de Wolfe) - The Door
Mixes beautiful craftsmanship with a message of healing that is all the more appropriate in these difficult times.
The Collection - Beautiful Life
We can always be, as humans, brought together by an appreciation for life’s beauty: confident in the truth that we are never really alone.
The Chainsmokers ft. Kelsea Ballerini: This Feeling (Music Video)
With their Midas touch, The Chainsmokers have created another pop mint stamped with the message of follow your heart, and the smiling face of Kelse...
The Case for Incrementalism is the Case for Half a Sandwich.
It is clear that a significant segment of the US population is captured, to an alarming degree, by the tough-love notion that to get things done, w...
The Burney Sisters - Ocean Eyes
The Burney Sisters give us a brazen vocal delivery and a satisfying hook, backed by a roots rhythm section along with some banjo and acoustic guitar.
The Bull Brothers - High Time
The emotion in the vocal honors the deep lyrical symbolism, and then the homey groove keeps you coming back.
The Brothers Moore - I Can Relate
This gives me echoes of Stone Temple Pilots, with a touch of David Lee Roth. Its catchy, raw, and its got a message of simple understanding.
The Boomers Were the First to Disconnect
The life of any boomer was characterized by constant messaging around the benefits of suburban living.
The Arcadian Wild - Wander. Wonder.
It a gorgeous delivery of a roller-coaster of a song, where the peaks and valleys are all melody and frets, strings and wood and breath.
The American Egypt by Mike Viola
It’s the philosophical equivalent of a disparate garden, abiding ten very different flowers.
The Affordable Housing of Tomorrow. - Boxabl Includes Luxury Finishes and High End Appliances with Innovative New Design.
Boxabl is changing the market for prefabricated housing with their unique folding units that easily ship and unfold in just 2 hours.
Temperamental Indie Pop from Brooklyn. - Tuarrah: Palimpsest
The chorus bursts with emotional catharsis, as we casually observe both the arbitrary hand of inspiration, and the savage invariance of historical ...
Tell Me a Story - S1 Episode 4: Voice & Personality
How small choices in language and timing can add up over time to carry the story.
Tell Me a Story - S1 Episode 3: Creativity & Hope
Ingenuity has brought us to this point of advanced civilization, and ingenuity will need to be the thing that saves us from self-destruction.
Tell Me a Story - S1 Episode 2: Hardship & Heroism
How do we know who the heroes are in our own life? And what, exactly, is heroism? We will discuss what it means to be a figure of authority, and ho...
Tell Me a Story - S1 Episode 1: Decisions
Decisions - the choices that we make, as adults, and how they can affect our lives.
Tell Me How to Feel. - A Note on the Origins of Collective Opinion in the Modern Age.
I yield the remainder of my time to the youngster who speaks, without irony, for an entire generation.
Teddi Gold - Figure It Out
Teddi Gold is here to emote on behalf of a young generation that is looking for answers in a complicated world; and also likes to dance.
Tdot Illdude - Ghetto Lullaby
Explores the tragic contradictions of a society, hooked on instant gratification, that continues to struggle with its prospects for long-term prosp...
Taylor Reed - Say You Wont
Its a deep kick drum married to a jazz-flavored bass line with strings over the top and some understated harmonies.
Taylor Piggott - Dreams
An airy vocal mix of subtle harmony, a fat punchy sound from the bass, and some lovestruck lyricism paint an introspective scene.
Tape House - Jane I'm Drunk
Explores the debilitating drama of a powerful heartbreak with a combination of rhythmic surprises, smooth guitar effects, and a driving beat.
Tanners - Venus
Weighing the possibility that reality is better than fiction, or that it isn’t. photo credit: Dana Trippe
Tanners - This Crazy
Its a little bit of honesty and some electronic rock, served up with psych-pop and some bad intentions. -- photo credit: Ethan Covey
Tancred - Something Else
It feels like a modern take on the eternal missive: why do I love what’s bad for me?
Talking About TV: Alone is a Symbol of Our Dystopian Future
Mother Nature is nothing if she isnt rugged.
TORTIE - Voyage
Voyage takes on the feeling of a procession: a lazy, swaying march through the verdant pastures of jazz idiom.
TORA - Feeling Good
A light-hearted paean to honor the nuance of sexual chemistry, where the beautiful lady holds all the cards.
THE SAVILLES - Something Strange
that guitar tone and the synth stabs could all have come from a Franz Ferdinand record, but the voice of Meg Britannie is sheer punk-power.
TETHA - scary monsters and nice sprites (Skrillex Cover)
The way TETHA delivers a whispered falsetto is nothing short of mesmerizing.
TELYKast ft. Jordy - Somebody Else
The range of synth musings and precise harmony elevates this from a mating ritual to a study in humanity.
T. Thomason - Bliss
Its talk about family, about coming to terms with destiny and the expectations of others.
T Scarlett - Cant See
It’s a simple collection of instrumental flourishes, informing an honest moment of vulnerability.
Synth Pop with an 80s Dance Feel. - Listen to Seattic: Attraction
A fun look at the stay-or-go moment of real potential, and the hastily-made decisions of youth.
Synth Laden Dance Pop from Los Angeles. - L E A: Kiss and Make Up (ft. Jasper)
When friendship tangles up with love and sexuality, anything can happen, and often does.
Swiss Neo Soul. - Listen to Ay Wing, Chuuwee, Shuko: Orange Dreamer
Ay Wing reminisces about her time spent in Los Angeles last summer, and pens an ode to temporal beauty and the changing seasons.
Sweet Alt Folk from Philadelphia for Fans of Laura Marling. - Eliza Edens: Days, Nights
Provides a simple reassurance that what goes away inevitably comes back again.
Swedish Dance Pop. - Listen to Archi + Pelago: Back
A synth-based melodic pulse and clear funk overtones make this a catchy number about second chances, and the effervescence of life.
Suzy Callahan - Georgia OKeeffe
It’s deliberately arbitrary and deeply embellished, with a soft focus like a scattergun.
Suzi Island - Show Me The Way
Production styles ranging from hipster art-rock like Spoon to a grittier London sound like Circa Waves.
Sure Sure - Idiot
Sure Sure infuses indie pop with a cerebral gleam and their signature freewheeling groove.
Sumptuous Pop from the UK. - Madison Beer: Baby
Easy on the eyes, with a vocal presence as smooth as a chilled glass of Rémy Martin.
Sumptuous Note to an Infant Son. - Zack Fletcher: Little Hollow
The care and attention to detail evident in this song is truly stunning, with a production aesthetic as powerful and meditative as the miracle of l...
Summer Playlist for July
Here we are in the heart of summer and as always great music is all around us. Lets take a minute to dig into some fresh new gems.
Sultry Soul Grooves from RnB Phenom. - Erik Frank: All Night (Music Video)
A powerful vocal performance complements the deep and dynamic sense of slow-burning, sultry groove.
Sultry RnB Slow Jam from South London. - James Vickery: Turn Me On
We explore the raw power of physical communion and a delicious moment of intimacy.
Sultry Neo Soul from Brisbane. - Listen to Hannah Sands: Happy Girl
The seeds of cultural hardship will often flower into artistic epiphany given the right amounts of talent, imagination, and time.
Sultry International Pop from Warsaw and Mumbai. - Natalia Lesz & Sonu Nigam: Fire in the Sky (Music Video)
An ode to romantic destiny that bristles with the tides of the ocean and the restlessness of impatient love.
Sultry Electro Pop from New Hampshire. - Hailey Davis: Dangerous Love
A combination of electric piano, buttery bass, and organic, ambient jazz-tones delivers a delicious backdrop of simmering groove for this sultry lo...
Sultry Dance Pop from Canada. - Kiesza: Love Me With Your Lie (Music Video)
Celebrates the physicality and temporary rapture of a dance-floor connection.
Sublime Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Iconic Self-titled Album
Plaque presentation ceremony, Travis Barker-produced songs, new music videos, graphic novel, limited edition beer cans, and more planned to commemo...
Stylish Space Pop from Paris. - LImpératrice: Exit
With these stylish captains of space-pop sitting on the throne, the world of indie electronic just got a little bit funkier.
Stunning Soul and Roots Music from Nashville. - Matt Lovell: 90 Proof (Music Video)
An endearing, roots-flavored ballad served over a triplet shuffle that showcases Lovells stunning vocal delivery and instinct for Gospel-flavored m...
Stunning Soul Pop from London. - Kelli-Leigh: Just For One Day (Official Music Video)
This anthemic moment of self-importance couples a laser-sharp instinct for commercial pop with the secret escape that we all deserve.
Stunning Soul Pop Debut from Dutch Artist Based in Sweden. - Valère Géron: You Dont Want My Heart
This vibrant combination of retro tones and lively pop energy takes notes from Amy Winehouse, The Gorillaz, and even The Police.
Stunning Roots Pop from Winnipeg. - Listen to Sweet Alibi: Next Somewhere
The latest drop from this Canadian trio is both luminous and soulful as they combine elements of classic soul and roots pop into a modern brew unli...
Stunning Roots Pop from Portland. - Vivian Leva & Riley Calcagno: Love and Chains
A laid-back collection of personal vignettes exploring the everlasting beauty of nature, and the rejuvenating power of an afternoon spent soaking ...
Stunning Roots Pop and Folk from Cambridge FFO Joni Mitchell. - Alisa Amador: Together
Alisa’s crystal-clear vocals successfully camouflage her extensive technical abilities, as her songs flourish in the rich middle-ground between fol...
Stunning Roots Pop Debut. - The Wonderful Nobodies: Hallelujah Anyhow
Delivers an easy mix of Americana and roots-pop, as these talented artists explore the contrasts of their collective existence.
Stunning Pop Debut from UK. - Lola Lennox: Back At Wrong
A raw and intimate take on the ecstatic highs and heart-wrenching lows that accompany young love.
Stunning Folk Pop from a Village in Sweden. - Skott: Darling
Delivers a compelling mixture of self-exploration and charming melodic hooks.
Stunning Folk Pop from California for Fans of Josie Dunne. - Lucy Clearwater: Feel Again
Lucy quickly hooks us on a narrative of lonely vulnerability - giving voice to the dream of a treasured memory, reanimated.
Stunning Folk Pop Duet Mixes Hope & Solitude. - The Coronas x Gabrielle Aplin: Lost in The Thick of It (Music Video)
This stunning folk-pop confessional mixes vulnerability with wistful regret, and finds a sense of beauty at the heart of solitude.
Stunning Debut from South Korea Mixes Bedroom Pop with Hip Hop. - Doottak: Star shining on my head
Combining slow beats, acoustic guitar, layered vocal harmonies, and a splash of upright piano, Doottak assembles the perfect backdrop for his drea...
Stunning Bedroom Pop from Derby. - Sfven: love you
Sfven delivers engaging and playful electro-pop with a touch of romance and a wide range of sonic embellishments—from retro-styled alt pop to folkt...
Stripped Down Electro Pop from Los Angeles for Fans of Death Cab for Cutie. - gnash: leave
Documents the moment between two people when love, by itself, is not enough.
Stirring Indie Pop Soul from Montreal Challenges Materialism. - Miko: Credit Cards & Broken Hearts
There is a deeper truth that lies beyond habits of material possession, that we only see when we step back from the fray of a modern attention econ...
Stimming - Lucky Me
Leverages sounds that range from industrial to acoustic to harness a whirlwind of aural delights.
Still + Storm - All of These Things
The production is exquisite, with the dirty guitar lines perched above an electronic groove that feels built with heartbeats.
Steven Sayles - The Rise
A meditative and gentle minute with yourself, bathing in the warm sounds of downtempo.
Steelings - Moments
The songwriting is effortless, juxtaposing a lilted melody with an intermittent and atmospheric drum groove.
Start Your Day with Ibrik - Electronic Instrumental from Bonobo
A delicious combination of trip-hip, nu jazz, and downtempo flair. --- Photo credit: Krists Luhaers
Squarespace vs. Ghost - What You Need to Know.
Ghost is bringing the power of cutting-edge open source technology to the cloud experience of creating beautiful content. The result is a product t...
Spring is Almost Here. - Another Great Month for Indie Music.
More updates from the CHILLFILTR news desk.
Spiritual Truth in a Song. - Aisha Badru: Enough
Reminds us of the simple truth that we all belong here.
Spiritual Hip Hop from Los Angeles. - Dax: Dear God (music video)
If a single song can dismantle centuries of religious hegemony, and serve as a soul-cry for countless generations of unheeded suffering, this is it.
Spiritual Folk from Portland, Maine. - Max García Conover: Handsome Suit
Offers us the musical cover to pass through our own, troubled mortality into an effortless world of infinite acceptance.
Spiritual Folk Pop from Ohio. - The Satellite Station: Hollow Sound
We stare directly at the holy fire as we gladly confess to our own impermanence.
Spiritual Electronic Instrumental from California. - Skysia x Equanimous: Compass
Drawing inspiration from global dancefloor pioneers like Bonobo and CloZee, Compass delivers a spiritual experience that will leave you relaxed and...
Spirited Indie Rock from Los Angeles for Fans of Florence & the Machine. - Kat Hamilton: Amnesia
This palpable sense of release might be of help to anyone struggling with the difficulty of romantic crisis.
Spirited Acoustic Folk. - Listen to Tom Speight: Heartshaker
Spirited acoustic folk for the celibate among us.
Spellbinding Indie Rock from Austin. - Kitty Coen: Dark Soul
This tempting mix of retro-synth, pop magic, and come-hither double-entendre invites you to enjoy a taste of Kitty Coens unique and spellbinding pe...
Spellbinding Indie Folk from Murray, Kentucky - S.G Goodman: Red Bird Morning (Music Video)
We wait with both anticipation and sorrow for the end of another winter, and the start of something new.
Speak, Brother - Meet Me In The Chaos
A brave and unflinching commitment to meeting the future head-on.
Speak, Brother - Man of Honour
With poetic understatement and some beautiful effects, the vocal here walks the line between poetry and preaching, and borrows a sense of gravity f...
Sparse Pop Jams from New Zealand. - JAN x LEONARD: Only Find it Here
An ode to good love wrapped in a house-flavored groove that is ready for the dance floor.
Sparkling Neo Soul from NYC. - Adeline: Whisper My Name
Mixes hints of classic soul with a love of mid-tempo grooves and intricate melody.
Spacey Jane - Cold Feet
Its an instant classic for the indie-rock genre: disaffected, tuneful vocals, ever so shattered, with a pronounced band-sound, and a strong pop sen...
Southern Oregon is Truly Gorgeous
I happen to live somewhere that I think is absolutely gorgeous, pretty much year-round.
Sounds Like Sonic Youth. - Walking Bicycles: Dumbshit Never Learns
A couple of decades and 1 Britney Spears later the world is hotter, politicians still suck, and we’re still doing it wrong.
Soulful Electro Pop from Australia. - St. South: Growing Up (Music Video)
A delicate, whispered vocal tone inspires a sense of intimacy, while the laid-back beats and warm synth vibes make us feel at home.
Soulful Country Folk from Montreal. - Mike McKenna Jr: High Ground
Outlines the mental process of taking a moment to observe a thunderstorm, and in a larger sense, the redemptive value of self-reflection.
Soulful Americana for Fans of Trampled By Turtles. - Sam Carlson: Time Moves Fast
Brings a fresh sense of inspiration to the legacy of American music.
Soul-Funk from Mexico. - Listen to Georgel: Colibrí
The fantasy of having a perfect moment in the spotlight where everyone is beautiful, and they’re all looking at you.
Soul-Flavored Indie Pop Catharsis. - The Brook & The Bluff: Pastels
From the raw colors of indie-pop emerges a soul-flavored kaleidoscope of honest emotion that will have you pressing play over and over again.
Soul and Indie Rock Infusion from Queens, NY. - Thin Lear: Maniacs
Thin Lear pairs a big drum mix with a blazing performance from the band, and lays down an enticing ode to the lure of groupthink.
Soul Infused Anthem to Infatuation. - Yes Please: Bikini Bottom
Showcases both a light touch and serious premise: a lonely man will do just about anything to turn his luck around.
Soothing Synth Pop from Amsterdam. - Cimo Fränkel: World Is Waking Up
Combines soothing synth textures with a syncopated rhythm and an instinct for intimate vocals hooks.
Soothing Folk Pop from Quebec. - Listen to James Forest: Give Love
Carries the listener on a wave of sweetness to a place beyond space and time.
Soothing & Atmospheric Instrumental from Germany. - Thomas Lemmer x Christoph Sebastian Pabst: Almseemorgen
A swirling and atmospheric blend of laid-back rhythm and beautiful melody.
Solo Piano and Vocal. - Listen to Ess Bogale: Flow
Delivers the message of self-empowerment on a stark canvas of acoustic piano and whispered soprano.
Soham De - Forest
The strings are a lovely counterpoint: serving as the glue between sections, and often as the curled tentacles of a whispered vignette.
Soft Streak - Ride
Soft Streak, with their single Ride, brings us back to yesteryear when keyboards were analog, everyone was still paying attention, and it was ok to...
Soft Acoustic. - Listen to Lane Simkins: Cycles
The beauty of having nothing is that everything is new.
Social Commentary Disguised as Smooth Hip Hop from Toronto. - King Bliss: Chalice
Documents a harsh day-to-day reality, and the instinct that is necessary to survive in a world of systemic injustice and double standards.
SoCal Indie Pop. - Aaron Taos: Closure
Invites us to find the ending, and to set ourselves free from the past that binds us.
Snappy Indie Pop from California. - Bike Lane: Out of the Blue
This easy-going song doubles as a roadmap for anyone wishing to leave their troubles behind. Just press play, close your eyes, and go.
Smooth Soul Pop FFO Allen Stone. - Quincy Mumford: Lost In Your Pleasure
A bouncy groove, a playful flirtation, and a smooth lead vocal come together to support this soul-pop track that is perfect for fans of Allen Stone.
Smooth Indie Rock from the San Fernando Valley. - Chatrooms: Palm Reader (Music Video)
Experience is the one thing you cant buy back, so you might as well take a few risks while you still can.
Smooth Electro Pop from New York. - Elliot Moss: Barricade (Music Video)
Moss explores the aesthetic of vocoder melody, and slick, sparse electronic beat-making, in order to brew a soothing blend of raw emotion and hard-...
Smooth Beats for a Lovers Escape from London. - Daecolm: Flashing Lights (Music Video)
Daecolm consciously treads a path just outside the mainstream avenues of urban music in the UK, by mixing up his favorite elements of rap, hip hop,...
Smooth Alt RnB from Sydney. - Gold Member: Stay On
Brings a smooth dance vibe to the important message of never letting the hard times get you down.
Smoldering Dance Pop from Romania. - Gran Error: Slow Dance (Music Video)
A natural affinity for electronic beats and sticky pop hooks pulls this track together in a way that feels both classic and modern.
Smoky Electro Pop from Toronto FFO Banks. - KYŁO: Tell You
An unsettling view of a love that has already closed down, and a musical search for salvation from the tepid haze of indecision.
Slow Skies - Dancing
Sheridan asks the listener to think about whatever it is that makes them feel good. We like the lazy guitar strumming, the ice-cream-soft voice, an...
Slow Moving Indie Jam from NYC. - Triathalon: Floating in Love
An ode to the time we spend dreaming of love and of better days to come.
Slow Burning Electro House from Australia. - Harry Nathan: Sweet Release (lyric video)
A stirring mix of heavy bass drum, open flirtation, and the celebration of sexual mystery.
Slim Paul - LADY SORROW
Its like you are there in someones caveman wine-shed listening to Slim Paul sing about his first love.
Slide Guitar and the Nashville Bounce. - Listen to Luke Enyeart: Happier Now
Luke Enyeart hits the Nashville roots scene with a unique playing style and heartfelt vocal delivery taking center stage as the hallmarks of his so...
Slick Indie Rock from Bristol, UK. - Make Friends: When Nothings Said
Preserves the live-performance integrity of a 4-piece band while at the same time delivering big hooks and a polished sense of mystery.
Slick Future Bass Grooves from Germany. - Fuchy x Novaa x Simonne Jones: Miss Your Body
Wherein we explore femininity and the female form as an infinite source of inspiration.
Skinny Beats - My Best Life
An uplifting self-talk matched with some party-style brinksmanship and an undeniable groove.
Ski Team - Me
A unique and intoxicating mixture of deadpan vocal, sticky groove, and biting lyrical statement.
Sizzling Soul from San Francisco for Fans of SZA. - Samica: Alright
A sultry vocal delivery complements the subtle swing of this emotional tell-all, while a sizzling synth-bass track rounds out the low end.
Sizzling Electronic Dance Music from Romania. - SICKOTOY x EM44: Gasolina
This summery electronic dance track combines Sickotoys signature beats with a melodic hook in Spanish from EM44 and some heavy-hitting bass synth.
Sizzling Electro Pop. - Rat City x Kiesza: Naked (With My Headphones On) [Music Video]
Kiesza is back with a new creative fire and a personal commitment to putting love and vulnerability first.
Sizzling Alternative Soul. - Listen to Joseph of Mercury: Over and Over
An impeccable production with the liquid silver of that lead vocal dripping through the sparse triplet-driven punctuations of the rhythm pocket.
Simple Folk Beauty. - Wilder Woods: Someday Soon (Acoustic Video)
Joins a sense of honesty with acceptance and the idea that beauty is all around us.
Simon Herron - Hellespont
If this song were a painting, it would be a piece by Gauguin with those swirling fields of yellow flowers, in his own Hellespont of Arles - which s...
Simmering Soul from NYC and Melbourne. - Houis x Blushko: Pretend Goodbye
Sadly, love does not always find a way to persist.
Simmering Mix of RnB and Experimental Pop from Copenhagen. - Kinck: Emperors New Clothes
A simmering mix of laid-back style, syncopated rhythms, and sultry vocal presence.
Silos x Judge & Jury x From Ashes to New - IF I FALL!
This powerful track emerges as a tonic for both metal heads and EDM addicts alike.
Sid Sriram - It Isnt True
It’s a swan song, for the relationship that could have been; a sense of denial, and a desperate search for meaning in that isolated landscape.
Si Clancy - What'll It Be
Si Clancy creates a conversation with himself, to perhaps exorcise a memory from his heart, or just to celebrate the absurdity of love itself.
Shoegaze with a Driving Pulse. - Listen to DC-based Cal Rifkin
Appreciating the little steps we take every day to both honor the past, and differentiate ourselves from it.
Shoegaze from Paris. - Listen to Marble Arch: Gold
Something about the drab urbanism of Paris on a hazy day meshes well with the dreamy heartbreak of shoegaze.
Sherakai - Do I Wanna Know
An odd melange of production magic, clever lyrics, and sonic craftsmanship.
She - 1 Girl, 2 Cups
Its so open, so spacious, with a voice that feels like it hurts; such raw emotion, wrapped in ghost notes, surrounded by remnant whispers of reverb.
Shazam is a Dangerous Drug. Boo!
I have the ability to almost immediately identify any song that I am curious about that I encounter in the wild.
Sharp Electro Pop from Seattle. - Adason: Lying Eyes (with Hannah Decker)
Brings together the best of electronic pop with a lyrical exposé of the deceitful world of romantic courtship.
Sexy RnB Grooves from Indie Pop Duo. - Color Fields: Animal
A dynamic and delicate verse leads to a roaring chorus that exposes raw sensuality and a promise of physical union.
Sexy French Pop from Lilles. - Paprika Kinski: Lamento
Adds a contemporary twist to the kind of dance-friendly electro pop you might hear from French pop powerhouses like Weekend Affair and Fishbach.
Sexy Electro Pop from New York City and Los Angeles. - Icarus Moth x Wit Blu: Perfect Outfit
An ode to the enduring complexity of romance, and the redemptive power of a physical connection.
Sexy Country Flirty. - Listen to Mariya Stokes: Hands on My Body
This simple paean to the tactility of love should be all it takes for any fine lady with a sparkle in her eyes to get what she’s looking for.
Seth Quinn - A Wave
Disparate audio effects, chunky guitar tones, and a coded narrative of excitement, danger, and dark tragedy.
Sentimental Country Pop from Nashville. - Jennafer Lynsey: Click
The future looks sweet for this young and bright-eyed pop phenom who just keeps writing hits.
Sensual Indie Pop Grooves from Austria FFO John Mayer. - LOST: Jealous (Music Video)
LOST continues to make his mark as one of the top indie pop acts to come out of Austria in recent years.
Sensitive Pop from Newcastle for Fans of Rufus Wainwright. - AJIMAL: Ive Known Your Heart
Touches on the artistic temperament of Rufus Wainwright with a stunning vocal range and riveting emotional maturity.
Seize the Moment - Lenses for Your Smartphone Camera
This exciting new technology is enabling a whole new market for lenses, where an anamorphic lens used to cost thousands of dollars. Now you can hav...
Seething Minimal Electronic Grooves. - Astrolemo: Haunting Me (DOV Remix)
Opts for a droned-out style of melodic hooks and altered vocals to complement the seething backdrop of minimal electronic sound design.
Seeking Climate Refuge for Fun and Profit.
Running from wildfire smoke, dodging red flag warnings, and playing hot potato with your real estate investments is a feature, not a bug.
Seattle Singer Gets Real. - Noah Gundersen: Lover
Pauses to reflect on themes of attraction and the illusion of choice.
Season 8 Winner of the Voice. - Sawyer Fredericks: Turning the Shoulder (Live on Windrake Farm)
It is no secret that the energy from #TeamSawyer is unstoppable. — photo credit: holly tutor photography
Sean Paul, Stefflon Don, Wiley, Idris Elba - Boasty
On track to be the next ragga hit on dance-floors from London to Kingston. --- art credit: Mason London
Scottish Rock and Folk Veteran Returns with New Album. - Kenneth Anthony Morton: Alright, Goodnight
Explores the bittersweet emotional catharsis that emerges from finally saying goodbye to something—or someone—that we once loved dearly.
Scottish Band on Shimmy Disc is Set to Drop Stunning Debut. - Constant Follower: The Merry Dancers On TV
Like a heartbroken cry echoing through an empty cathedral, we are engulfed in equal parts sadness, wonder, and unspeakable beauty.
Scatman John, Lou Bega - Scatman & Hatman
A bouncy and colorful dose of nostalgia that arrives just in time for summer.
Say Their Names. - A Tribute to Black Lives Matter
I think of the parents, the children, the communities. We have to do better. This has to stop. End police violence, now.
Saw Tooth Wave - Take Care of Me
A bubbly electric bass, and a direct sense of melody make this the perfect anthem to a healthy relationship.
Sasha Keable - Thats The Shit
Its got that mysterious feminine power, the real-talk wrapped in melody, like an old summer hit from Lauryn Hill.
Sardonic Indie Rock Feels from Madrid. - Listen to Skeleton Trees: Bite
Every new release is meant as a meaningful step forward for an artist that is discovering his sound in real-time.
Sara Trunzo - In Your Mercy (Malcolm Holcombe Cover)
As warm and authentic as a cup of coffee on Sunday morning.
Sara Trunzo - Capricorn
A love letter to the hard work that we do for ourselves, and for our loved ones.
Sandtimer - Time? Why? Explain
The comparison here could also be to Fleet Foxes, with that sugar-sweet fluffiness to the vocal mix, and the primacy of the acoustic plucked string.
San Francisco Music Collective Delivers Soulful Lofi Grooves. - Mild Universe: Havin a Dream
In todays tumultuous times, music and movement can unite us in the present moment.
Samuel J - Embrace
As the song progresses the elements build to an electronic climax that lines up with the purification. Samuel J, with his song Embrace gives us a b...
Samia - Milk
The empty moments feel full and the big moments feel lonely. Such is the dichotomous sound of Samia.
Samba Soul from NYC. - Rob Soul: Fruta
Features a funky beat, tiger print, and a lot of nice angles.
Sam Weber - Ain't it Always
Something about the delay on the guitar, the combo organ, the piano with heavy reverb, and the stuttered arrangement brings out the natural power o...
Sam Setton - Wine
With a machine groove that smacks of dance-pop and a vocal track that at times hits on rap inflection, this is a terrific example of genre crossover.
Sam Phay - Trace
A broadening sense of rippling energy and a slow, linear crescendo set us up for the big final lift.
Sam Lynch - Christine
The sweet notes of the chorus and the supple presence of the lead vocal add a fey gravitas and a wistful romance to the narrative of separation.
Salsa and Flamenco in Musical Union. - Olivero x Alain Pérez: Juntando Amores
Combining Oliveros virtuosic guitar with the poignant guajiro musicality of Perezs voice sets the perfect tone for a modern uptempo salsa.
Saintseneca - Ladder To The Sun
The video doubles as both a traveling visual narrative and a metaphor for the course of a lifetime: challenge after challenge, with rotating color ...
Sad Girls Aquatics Club - How Do I Get What I Want
The newest generation has no idea how to succeed, perhaps because personal success itself has been replaced by social attention.
Sabrina Starke - Live & Learn
It is a motivated sound that is precise, deliberate, and profoundly human, with a message of realism and personal growth.
Sabiyha - Wolf
I can almost see the kit behind the deep field of strings and the clarinet line. And the voice is pure shamanism.
Saba Abraha - Utopia
It's a thoughtful shuffle-stick-jam with synth poured over the top like so much Cognac.
Saba Abraha - Dos And Donts
Its an exceptional vocal, a needed message, and a dynamic mix that combines deep electronic swing, some huge kick drum drops, and a lot of producti...
SHIB Token Makes Huge Bull Run.
SHIB—a meme token of the Shiba Inu breed of Japanese hunting dogs—is on a big run following a tweet from Elon Musk of his dog Floki.
SEE NIGHT - Being Good Is Supposed To Be Easy
Drives a straight, midtempo pulse through a forest of electric guitar fuzz, paired with a beautiful and surprisingly fluid vocal performance.
SEA GIRLS Set to Release Highly Anticipated New Album Homesick on Polydor Records.
Renowned for their raucous, sweat-drenched live shows, Sea Girls is one of the most exciting guitar bands to have emerged in recent times.
Ryan Egan - Wont You Be the One?
Just lean back, into that loping slow-funk pocket, and let it move you.
Rugged and Poetic. - Listen to Questions by Jacob McCoy
It is the sound of movement, of migration, of difficult choices, and easy ones; the sound of love, and after-the-fact analysis, painted with the br...
Ruby Randall - The City
It strikes a tone of casual elegance that feels very urban, very premeditated, and very well-executed.
Royal Wood - Photograph
This is a wonderful and soothing ode to a life well-lived from a loving son.
Rootsy Acoustic Pop from Utah State University. - LC Huffman: Fools Gold
LC Huffmans brand of acoustic folk-pop takes inspiration from the great outdoors, and a general appreciation for the simple pleasures of life.
Roots-Rock Party. - Listen to Copilot: Destiny
What does it mean to have choice? This roots-party rock number can be the soundtrack to figuring it out.
Roots and Soul Meet in Bliss for Saskatoon Songwriter. - Katie Tupper: How Can I Get Your Love?
Showcases an instantly recognizable vocal presence and a production aesthetic that echoes as much from soul legends like Marvin Gaye and Mavis Stap...
Roots and Reggae from CHILLFILTR® Music Blogger Krister Axel: Easy
This roots & reggae track features a core groove on electric bass, cajon, and acoustic guitar.
Roots Songwriter from Cape Town Writes Joyous Elegy for his Grandmother. - JPson: For You
Offers a timeless, sunbaked infusion of acoustic vibes with quality songcraft, delivered alongside festive and organic grooves.
Roots Rock from the Black Hills. - Judd Hoos: We Were Young
A truth-telling exploration of the past we are all running from.
Roots Rock from Canada. - Leeroy Stagger: Hey Hey! (Song For Gord)
Leeroy Stagger presents the road-wisdom hes pulled from a lifetime of struggling towards the light.
Roots Pop from the Pacific Northwest. - Jerad Finck: Home
A poignant cross between Gavin DeGraw and Jason Mraz that touches on the the redemptive power of self-reinvention.
Roots Pop from Texas Brings a Message of Hope. - Jeremy Parsons: Things To Come
A song for the future, that comes with the knowledge that we are in control of our own lives, and we should look forward to that, no matter how rou...
Roots Music Live from Bethlehem - Rola Azar: La Mayla, Al Moya (Delia Sessions)
This heartfelt music is an enduring and poignant reminder that where there is art, there is hope for a better future.
Roots Folk from Australia FFO Alexi Murdoch. - Michael Dunstan: An Open Road (Music Video)
Acoustic guitar, vocal harmony, and the sound of a kick drum is all it takes to project an image of peace and solitude across the impenetrable sky.
Roots Flavored Americana and a Killer Banjo Solo. - Mike Mentz: Aint That The Life
Feels a bit like having a beer with a friend, as stories from the road mix with a red-hot banjo performance and we finish with a bit of nostalgia a...
Roots Anthem for Feminism in Honor of Christine Blasey Ford. - May Erlewine: Whole Again
Lifts the image of Fords heroic testimony towards the light of collective connection and the solidarity that comes from standing together for what ...
Rookin - Goodbye, Louisiana
It is the beautiful and endearing resolution to a chapter of life, presented here as a blend of folk, rock, and soul.
Romy Dya - Smile On My Face
Romy Dya dances her way around the lead melody with a lyrical abandon that is the hallmark of soul.
Romantic Folk Pop for Fans of Ed Sheeran - Peter Olsen: Daydream
A worthy ode to the transformative power of true love.
Romantic Folk Pop Duet from Norway and Los Angeles. - Endre Nordvik: Be The One
Delivers the honeyed message that a moment of perfect connection can be eternal in the eyes of love.
Robert Connely Farr & the Rebeltone Boys - Just Jive
It has always been the humanity on display, that is what the blues is - wearing your heart on your sleeve.
Rob Drabkin - Oh My (Its a Good Life)
This gorgeously-presented music video will give you a reason to say thank you for your own life, and might make you fall in love with the Icelandic...
Rob Drabkin - Its A Beautiful Day
A fuzzy pop brew with a heartbeat on the floor-tom, some Imagine Dragons hand clapping, and a multitude of atmospheric elements that fit together b...
Rob Cawley - Caterpillar
The melodic figure almost feels like a clock-chime, relentlessly pushing through the arrangement.
Ro - F**cked Up Over You
A mid-tempo indie-pop attestation with a lot of personality: not even the players can handle her game. --- photo credit: Jaccob McKay
RnB-Flavored Electro Jam from Cameroon. - Suhz8: Djoum Dans Le Zen
Delivers an uplifting and optimistic view of life, steeped in a polyrhythmic groove and a nuanced vocal performance that feels informed by a cosmic...
RnB Meets Soul from this London Duo. - Listen to Ka-Li: KUDOS
Joins a throwback ‘verb-y Rhodes with some swing and a deep sense of happiness.
RnB Hip Hop from NYC. - Listen to: Monica Riskey - In Uh Breeze
There can be so much excitement in those early moments, and so much beautiful blindness.
RnB Collaboration Delivers Fresh Summer Vibes. - Moods x Two Another: Control
Sometimes it feels good to just go with the flow.
Riveting Indie Soul from Los Angeles. - Savannah Sgro: Love Me Like You Used To
Savannah Sgro owns the finality of a tough breakup, and turns to a gorgeous melody for personal solace.
Riveting Chamber Pop from France. - Lauren Auder: Meek (Music Video)
A quintessentially-modern elevation of casual sexuality and personal mystery into a masterpiece of intriguing chamber pop.
River Whyless: Born In The Right Country
Folk elements of acoustic bass and electric guitar weave together with a very interesting groove and a message about the lottery of destiny.
Riva Taylor - My Mouth
The desperation, the frustration, the defeatism: its the tale told by us all in this world full of misfires.
Rita Ora: Only Want You Official Performance | Vevo
The problem was never the relationship - it was just the troubling thought that you can choose who to love.
Rising UK Pop Star Drops New Single. - Alfie Templeman: Everybodys Gonna Love Somebody
This bouncy anthem to carefree existence is a preview from next months mini-album release, Forever Isn’t Long Enough.
Rising Star finds her Indie Pop Groove FFO Ariana Grande. - Haley Sullivan: Opinion (Music Video)
Haley Sullivans vocal performance shines with a showcase of some of the tricks she learned from singing her own versions of hits by Ariana Grande.
Rising Indie Rock Stars from Fremantle. - Spacey Jane: Hardlight
Intriguing, intricate songwriting with an instantly recognizable vocal signature.
Rising Indie Pop Star from Norway Gears Up for Eurovision MGP. - Hazel: LIFETIME
An engaging and pop-friendly celebration of romance and the power of love to make everything all right.
Rio Sterling - POV
Now touring with a 9 piece band made up of students from Brits School and ELAM, Rio leverages his powerful voice against a backdrop of soul & roots.
Riley Catherall - Watered Down Man
Using some mystery, some classic Americana flourishes, and the honest voice of a troubled soul, when the snare shuffle drops in the moment is compl...
Riley Catherall - Robin
Inhabiting the space between Damien Rice and Ryan Adams, this syrupy-sweet slow-burner does not disappoint.
Richard Walters - This Fire
When the ear hangs on the murmur of a muffled damper pedal, the vocals are able to pierce directly into the heart, and the soul.
Richard Gonzalez - Mentira
A flowing melodic sensibility that pairs well with the world-class rhythm section.
Rich Jacques - Joy Follows Like a Shadow That Never Leaves
Mixes the electronic wizardry of SYML with the gritty folk presence of Elliott Smith.
Rhian Sheehan - Soma Dreams
It’s a sense of floating through space and time, somewhere at the intersection of magic and science and biology.
Revisiting The Outlaw Ocean Project. - Music by Mad Zach, BROCKBEATS, Slumberville, and More
Leverages the power of music to put a spotlight on the immediate need for engagement and stewardship of our collective resource, the ocean.
Return of Germanys Favorite Melodic Electronica Guru. - Christian Löffler: Solo
Exploring the concepts of new energy and coming back into the light.
Retro-forward Montreal quartet The Ember Glows strikes a chord with Silent Love.
Their new single Silent Love is about steadfast love, the fragility of life and the power of silence.
Retro-Futurist Electro-Pop. - Napkey: Legend
When innovation combines with ancient spiritual technology to create the idyllic future that we all know is possible.
Retro Synth Pop for Fans of Arcade Fire. - LOVVS: King City, Pt. 1
Revelatory and exciting music that reminds us all to keep dancing until the world ends.
Retro Soul Pop from Los Angeles. - Bubbs x Stan Taylor: Traffic
The old-school Motown influence is front-and-center, with live instruments and a hook that could easily have been salvaged from a lost Al Green rec...
Retro Inspired Future Pop. - Limón Limón: Normal Now
We cannot resist the change that is coming, yet we must fight to preserve what makes us who we are.
Retro Inspired Electro Pop from Leeds. - Franky: Follow My Lead
The dance-party we needed as a reminder: we might only be young once, but we can feel that way forever.
Retro Funky Hip Hop from Pittsburgh. - Libretto x Buscrates: Free (Instrumental)
A laid-back and groovy stroll through the instrumental world of retro synth hooks, analog beats, and mellow jazz-funk.
Restless Indie Rock from Oshkosh. - KennyHoopla: how will i rest in peace if im buried by a highway?//
The energy of this dance-friendly stream of consciousness melds perfectly with a modern sense of cultural claustrophobia, and encourages everyone t...
Resilient Electro Pop for Fans of Selena Gomez. - CAROLINE x Space Primates: Already There
Demonstrates a sense of confidence and deep resilience in the face of the unknown, and gives the listener a reason to jump in to the deep end of th...
Reluctant Ingenue. - Samia: 21 (Music Video)
The insight is real, nuanced, and existential in the two-fisted sense of both expressing and normalizing the anguish of personal responsibility.
Relax with this Winter Ballad from Saskatchewan
The private moment we all need to reconnect with ourselves. --- photo credit: Christina Bourne
Relax with this Electropop Ballad. - Lindsie Bliss, Allowme: Back in Time
That moment when you see an old lover, and time washes over you like a fever.
Reflective Alt Pop from Paris. - YADAM: YADAM
YADAMs sound is reflective, melodic, and inspired by the magical city of Paris in its role as a haven for unique, other-worldly expression.
Reed Grimm - Shift
Wait for the chorus, then youll know why. Its like soul butter on funky toast. Just a voice, a beat, and a something-to-say.
Redemptive Folk Pop from an ER Physician in Canada. - Grant Kennedy: Wait for Me
Explores the emotional toll of social isolation, and the power of companionship to heal and comfort a tired mind.
Redemptive Electronic Music from Germany. - Christian Löffler x Mogli: Envy
A nuanced and immersive emotional journey through the darkness of interpersonal conflict.
Redemptive Chamber Pop from Amsterdam. - Celine Cairo: Found A Light
Exposes the sensitive core of the human heart, and delivers a unique and gorgeous sound in the process of finding personal strength.
Red Hot Hip Hop from Los Angeles. - DMB Gotti: Peter Piper (Music Video)
As a commentary on hip-hop culture in Los Angeles, and an example of what raw inspiration looks like, this drop from DMB Gotti is as good as it gets.
Record Breaking Hip Hop from South London Honors Dark Skin and Inner Beauty. - Ramz: Underneath (Music Video)
A powerful statement about the need to be seen, and the realization that true beauty lies under the skin.
Rebounder - Japanese Posters
The similarity to Post Malone and Arctic Monkeys is pretty clear; and the Friday night party vibe is going to find a lot of believers.
Rebellious Indie Rock from Nashville. - Becca Mancari - Hunter (Music Video)
A sonic powerhouse of self-reference that matches an infectious, melodic sense of personal style with the intoxicating experience of social rebellion.
Ready for Something New. - Brodie: Down Like That ft. Josh Jacobson
The final decision is to let love lead, in the grooviest way possible.
Raye Zaragoza - Fight for You
This one feels authentic in a way that is disarmingly simple: you fight for me, and Ill fight for you.
Rapturous Latin Jazz Pop from Buenos Aires. - Galean: Goza ft Luiza Brina
At once hypnotic, suave, and dignified, this jazz-adjacent candombe was written as an open invitation to enjoy Galeans broad appreciation for a var...
Rap as a Force for Cultural Transformation. - Otis Mensah: Ted Talks (music video)
Sheds light on existential truths that all humans share: the need for artistic expression, the emotional space between vulnerability and aggression...
Rainbow Kitten Surprise - Hide
The sensibility is Modest Mouse... and something about the writing, the easy falsetto, the clean electric and the boomy kit, reminds me of Paulo Nu...
Radioactive J Pop from Los Angeles. - Bakénéko: Stay
Reveals a dark backstory under the hypnotic and joyful veil of J-Pop idols such as Perfume and Kyary Pamyu Pamyu.
Radiant Electronic Music from Poland. - Perfect Son: Almost Mine (Music Video)
We are thrust into a black, skyless void, traveling a million light-years only to discover the pain that never left us.
Rachel Mazer - Open Heart
Rachel Mazer has never sounded better, and if this doesn’t make you move, you had better check your pulse.
Rachel Mazer - Is It So Wrong
Rachel puts her stamp on that Sheryl Crow to Nora Jones soul-pop to Americana continuum, with some funky bass and a Motown-inspired horn section.
RIVVRS - Let It Die
RIVVRS encapsulates the quintessence of what it means to have purpose: everyone has a spark, and a choice of whether or not to let it die.
RHNO - Gowithyou
A slightly evasive melody is more than made up for by the sheer madness and inspiration.
Quincy Mumford - I Gotta Feeling
With an easy quarter note pulse underneath the slightest shuffle, it’s all nuance and hints of syncopation.
Queer Soul Artist from UK Drops Impressive New EP. - Nia Wyn: Guilty
Raw and powerful storytelling, combined with defiant charisma and a knack for dissecting the subtlety and nuance of human emotion.
Queer Artist from Los Angeles Collaborates with Nigerian Dance Group Elixirdots. - Tony Pops: Anything You Want Tonight
Offers escape into a colorful world of aspirational fantasy where scarcity does not exist and we are all able to be our best selves.
Put It in the Cloud. - How a Retired Web Engineer Built a Worldwide Indie Music Network in Less than 2 Years
The truth is, I am pulling together my main 3 skill sets, and it is turning out to be very synergistic. I am a poet, first; that was always the cal...
Punchy Pop Confection FFO Alec Benjamin. - Matt Sperrazza: Happy Ever After
Features a punchy vocal performance and the ineffable lightness of unfiltered adulation.
Psychedelic Indie Folk Pop. - Getaway Dogs: Only in Retrospect
A beautiful, acoustic moment spent cozying up to the peaceful essence of life.
Psychedelic Electronic Dance Pop from Melbourne. - Fonteray: Green Viridian
This dance friendly track is a no-brainer for any playlist that combines evocative soundscapes with a touch of the unexpected.
Prominent German Composer Offers Preview from Upcoming Release. - Listen to Thomas Lemmer: Arise
The prominent bass drum serves as heartbeat to the dynamic progression which evolves from waves of ambient harmony into an urgent, mid-tempo groove.
Progressive House from London. - Ross Quinn: Out Of Time
Early experience as a studio assistant for the now defunct Gin Factory has prepared him for a quick rise to fame.
Progressive Folk Duo from Chicago. - Frances Luke Accord: Maria
Explores a modern legacy to the music of CSN, Simon & Garfunkel, Jose Gonzalez, and Bon Iver.
Prog Rock Meets Folk. - Aerialists: Group Manoeuvre II
An inviting mix of exceptional musicianship, folk-rock, and an infectious sense of freedom.
Prince Protégée Returns with Upbeat Soul Jam.- Judith Hill: Baby, I’m Hollywood!
Mixing hints of roots-driven rock and roll with flavors of classic, Muscle Shoals-style soul has proven to be a winning combination for this multif...
Prince Enoki - The Function of Freedom (It's Your Turn)
Offers a reminder that the human heart will always have power.
Preview this New Track from Wildwood Kin: Beauty In Your Brokenness
An acoustic lament on the difficulties of self-acceptance, which was inspired by the Japanese art of kintsugi.
Preview this Dark and Rhythmic Track from Portland. - Introducing Lore City: Animate
Combining an instinct for deep, tribal rhythms with mystical, post-punk vocals that are as ethereal as they are powerful.
Preview the Newest Release from The Paper Kites: Roses (Album Review)
This is a gorgeous album with no weak spots, and a perfect starting point for new fans. Their songs are more raw, more visceral, and more heartrend...
Powerful Indie Pop from Tallahassee for Fans of Big Thief. - bandanna: Epilogue
The truth is a poor substitute for self-congratulation, but it has a better shelf-life.
Portland Pop Phenom Has Words for Her Ex. - Zoë Ferguson: stop asking my friends about me
Did you think Id be drowning in tears? Would it hurt to know Im happy?
Portland Indie Rock Duo - Small Million: Young Fools
The sound here is gorgeous, and thick, layering cold synthesizers and an echoed bass, with a beat that stomps on the line between synth-pop and Ame...
Pop Artist from New Zealand Explores Coffee as a Metaphor for Love. - Thomas Oliver: Coffee (Music Video)
A pop-friendly vocal performance with hints of soul combines with an infectious rhythm, and explores the depth of affection and positive dispositio...
Pom Femme - Nightingale Blue
Feels like a Sunday morning jam: partly a cure for last night's hangover, and perhaps the start of another adventure.
Polish Folk Duo. - Hunter and the Park: Stormy Days
Explores the feelings of confusion and anxiety that can come from a long-distance relationship.
Poignant Piano Pop from Glasgow Fuses Jazz and Folk. - Christy: Pictures
There are times that simply loving someone is not enough of a reason to stay together.
Poignant New Single from The Voice Season 10 Contestant. - Mike Schiavo: Blame It on the City
An exploration of the lonely, aspirational self-talk that emerges from periods of isolation and self-doubt.
Poignant Indie Folk from Young Reality Star. - Sawyer Fredericks: Born
A poignant and emotional ballad about the contradictions inherent to finding love and lasting companionship.
Poignant Folk Pop from Toronto’s Regent Park. - Mustafa: Stay Alive
Modern life was not meant to be a never-ending fight for survival. Yet, here we are.
Poignant Electro Pop from Indiana. - Lauren Sanderson: To the People I Hurt (Music Video)
A poet in her own right, Sanderson shows us that art can be both tough and beautiful.
Poetic Electro Pop from Brittany. - Lunis: Fleur au pisto (Music Video)
Fleur au pisto combines hints of carpe diem optimism, beautiful vocal harmony, and a talent for songwriting that glistens with style and substance.
Please Madame - Rome
Rome, the new single from Please Madame, is a visual and spiritual flight on the wings of a disaffected youth.
Play stupid games. Win stupid prizes.
Yesterday was a terrible day for the United States of America. That much we can all agree on.
Philly YouTube Star Drops Catchy Love Song. - KID TRAVIS: Butterflies
This ode to forbidden love balances the unfortunate presence of an overprotective father against the magnetism and excitement of that rare physical...
Phillip Sandifer - Seen Too Much
Phillip Sandifer has a sound that is both polished and a little bit unfettered. With a career like his, its easy to wonder if hes talking about him...
Phillip LaRue - Ships
Moving lyricism, fragile instrumentation, and lush production from this Nashville native.
Philadelphia Songwriter Contemplates the Complicated Dynamic Between Past and Future. - Geron Hoy: Hold Steady
Delivers just the right mix of folk roots, pop-friendly embellishment, and genuine emotion to create an anthem to the type of lonely optimism that ...
Phil Good - Be Somebody
Who are we, if we don’t define ourselves in contrast to something, or someone, else?
Peter Wise - Cant Do It Alone (feat. Tiger Darrow)
This is textbook songwriting chemistry: the lovers unrest, the two lead vocals, and the production elements coming together to create a simple truth.
Perth Songwriter Teams Up with Soundbaker Studios. - Chalkie: Superfan
A fun reminder that we all need heroes to help us become our best selves.
Percy Falls - Miss You
Percy Falls provide a gorgeous melody and a folk-inspired requiem for the lost magic of yesterday, even as they inspire new possibilities for tomor...
Paul De Leon - Kings
The dynamics of the arrangement work flawlessly to create contrast between kick-and-snare-heavy elevation and the low purr of a synth patch.
Paul Bill Jr. - Christmas Wishlist
This fun and inviting track pushes creative boundaries while infusing solid rhythms with passion and a unique sense of exuberance.
Patrick Sampson - More Than the Moment
This beautiful and poignant song reflects on the daily struggle towards sanity that we all wrestle with.
Passionate, Wistful Folk Pop from Los Angeles. - Emma Charles: Connecticut (Music Video)
We collectively stand witness to an emergent star who surrenders her full heart with every passionate song.
Passionate Soul Pop from Ireland. - Lilla Vargen: Cold (Music Video)
Everyone deserves a love that feels safe.
Passionate Electro Pop from Norway. - CELIIN: Nasty Human (Music Video Premiere)
We experience the stuff of raw passion, against a backdrop of sleepless nights and naked vulnerability.
Passionate Electro Pop from Casablanca. - Ghita: Out of My Life (Music Video)
Delivers a slick mix of old romance and self-discovery with equal parts passionate vocal delivery and sticky melodic hooks.
Party of the Sun - Ball Of Time
Some retrospective lyrics, a little B3 through a Leslie weaving in and out of the mix; the soul of this song lives in the details.
Party Favor & EZI - Be OK (Acoustic)
A stripped-down version of Party Favors hit from earlier this year rings the bell that sounds true for so many: why does it feel like this world wa...
Parker Ainsworth - American Miracle
Parker Ainsworth takes a Petty-style drum groove and infuses some deep vocals, an in-crowd vibe, and a monastic harmony.
Parker - Ghost of Milo Booth
This is a riveting commentary on co-dependency wrapped in a slick bubble of digital effects.
Paris Duo Delivers Rapturous Dream Pop. - Soleil Bleu: Alma Page
The heroine of this song yearns for musical rapture as she loses herself in the simple perfection of autumns falling leaves.
PINES - Speak
It’s that moment when all you want is silence; because you know that by tomorrow everything must be different.
Owen Gallagher - Messed Up Love
Messed Up Love is a fast-pulse melody-driven rock number with a strong personality and a plush lead vocal. We love the simple message: be yourself.
Owen Denvir - Human Touch
Owen Denvir pulls together stylistic elements from the last few decades and reassembles them beneath an endearing and impossibly smooth lead vocal.
Our Year End Prizes and List of Award Submissions
2020. — Every year we send our favorite submissions out for Best of the Net and Pushcart Awards.
Our Pending Economic Collapse Was Predicted 7 Years Ago. - Four Horsemen (Documentary)
It is not too late to push for structural changes to our economic models, as well as our systems of currency, and taxation. But soon, it will be.
Our Latest Musical Grab bag for the Month of November.
I know I keep saying it, but this is our biggest month of new music—ever.
Otherworldly Ambient Music from the Czech Republic. - JAF 34: Light (Music Video)
In the dark netherworld of digital graphics anything is possible, yet nothing is real.
Orouni - Speedball (feat. Emma Broughton)
With the sweet vaudevillian vocals of Emma Broughton, we have a cross-genre live gem that melds influences from Leonard Cohen, The Kinks and Stereo...
Organic, Roots-Driven Soul from Brisbane. - Hannah Sands: One More Time
Hailing from the vibrant indie music scene of Brisbane, in Queensland, this free-spirited earth mama will sing her way right into your heart.
Organic and Contemporary Downtempo from Leeds. - Dokkodo Sounds: Erase Me
This lush and inviting track washes over you like a cold waterfall on a hot summer day.
Organic House from Eastern Europe. - Rushkeys & Lugovskiy: Equilibrium
Pulls together an immediate and vital keyboard energy with a wicked dance floor sensibility.
Orchestral Alt Folk from Montreal. - Jim Audet: The Buzzman
A statement about the showdown between artistic inspiration and the greedy forces of commercial appropriation.
Ontario Artist Mixes Folk with Lofi Rock. - Lennie Rayen: Everything Ive Ever Needed
Makes a convincing case for the primacy of inspiration and creativity over the soulless trappings of material possession.
One Nine - Difficult Days
An ideal introduction to the sheer rock prowess of this arresting Scottish duo.
One Day Left to Support Constant Follower for a SAMA Award Best Acoustic
We are happy to support our personal faves Constant Follower in the Best Acoustic artist category for a Scottish Alternative Music Award.
On the Eve of Something Legendary
Any way that you look at this, tomorrow is going to be interesting.
Olivia Reid - Quite Simple
Offers a tuneful respite from the overstressed machinations of society at large.
Olivia Awbrey - Dont Be Alarmed
Whether or not the human race really was made to burn like bacon becomes an afterthought; its value as a lyric supersedes any allegiance to verifia...
Ohio Electro Pop. - Clubhouse: Lucky Soul
Be grateful for what you have, because the best gifts dont last forever.
Oh He Dead - This Time Around
That soul voice is fine-grain sandpaper around the edges of that bass groove and then its a Walter Becker solo. And then youre home.
Oh Genius - Just Vibe With It (feat. SkyBlew & Tsilla)
An easy minute of letting the melody take you away.
Of The Valley - Italy
With the new single Italy, Of The Valley uses simple folk elements like acoustic guitar and harmonium, along with some orchestral instrumentation, ...
Of Monsters and Men - Alligator
Of Monsters and Men has bottled up the energy it takes to be truly free, and now it can be yours. — photo credit: Meredith Truax
Oakland Hip Hop Icon. - Zion I: Kali Yuga
A compression of political acuity, personal revelation, and deep groove.
ORKID - NoNoh
Speaking from a point-of-view that will resonate with women everywhere, ORKID pinpoints that moment when there is nothing left to fight for in the ...
Nouvelle Star Winner Continues to Shine. - Mathieu Saikaly: Mama Oh I Swear
A fluid and resonant vocal presence, as well as a natural instinct for beautiful melodies, work in tandem to deliver an engaging pop experience th...
Nother - Until You Come Back Home
Delivers a soothing musical experience that will resonate deeply with anyone who has had their heart broken.
Nostalgic Shoegaze from Missoula Celebrates Coming of Age. - Icarus Phoenix: Anthem feat. Josaleigh Pollett
Captures perfectly the transformation from teenager to twenty-something and the seeping anguish of being forced to figure out life the hard way.
Nostalgic Pop from Berlin FFO Adrianne Lenker. - Lena Minder: Nightbirds
This soothing track doubles as both a gorgeous lullaby and an anthem to self-preservation.
Nostalgic Lofi Pop. — MKSTN x tiger lily: like were an indie movie
We thought it would be cool to capture Tumblr and internet culture into our own take on a modern indie movie soundtrack.
Nostalgic Indie Rock from Portland, Maine. - Kidhimself: Hooked on You
Why do we always take the best things in life for granted?
Nostalgic Indie Pop from the UK. - Beau Diako: Buttermilk ft. emawk
This breakout track from Diako introduces us to a wide range of influences: indie, jazz, folk, electronic, and soul music all have a place at this ...
Nostalgic Folk Pop from Kent. - Katie Kittermaster: Sunday Afternoon
A soothing tribute to the easy spiritual connection that can exist between lovers.
Norwegian Electro Pop. - Sail By Summer: Lowlowlow
A nostalgic moment of appreciation for the gift of life, inspired by the simple art of nature.
Noemi Caro - Don't
The deep resonance of the contralto and the quivering vibrato of the lead vocal will melt your cold heart - and you will love her for it.
Noah Slee - Stayed (Official Video)
With those gorgeous harmonies floating around that kick and snare both feel like footsteps from the same behemoth, marching through an empty city.
Noah Derksen - Wilderness of Oregon
Tight harmonies and a thoughtful arrangement make this song shimmer by like clouds in the sky heading for the coast.
Nimzo - Ambien
Deftly weaving the deep swing beat from the jazz feel into a straighter and more literal interpretative 8-count yields an interference pattern that...
Nikhil Dsouza - Silver & Gold
You put that British-sounding electric guitar against some strings and everyone will cry The Verve. But more, its got that command of something we ...
Nightseason - Wear the Treads Off
A brooding and rhythmic document about the importance of knowing your limits.
Nicola Carrara - Tobogán
Part of the appeal here is the element of surprise, thinking where this is going to go and then being wrong.
Nicky Romero - Nights With You
With close to 5 million monthly listeners on Spotify alone, Nicky Romero continues to bring in new fans with his signature blend of pop and house.
Nick Di Gregorio - Misery Has Everything
You get the feeling that this song somehow makes the world a better place, if only as a vehicle for that horn section to sound so cool, and as a pl...
Nicholas Roberts and Wild Pines: I Couldnt Tell
Tomorrow, the door that was closed today may well be open.
Newcomer from Siberia Drops Downtempo Gem. - EIRENA: After dark
Leverages a swampy mid-tempo groove against sharp elements of percussion and swirling ambient electronica.
Newcomer Pens Anthem to Lasting Friendship. - Introducing Nadia Kamrath: For Lucy
Hold on to that fire because without it the world can feel very cold.
New Zealand Folk. - Jamie McDell: Extraordinary Girl
The love we have for ourselves should always be non-negotiable.
New Wave Déjà Vu. - Muchacho: Mr. Runaway
A bit of introspection around the idea of how we motivate ourselves, and the importance of self-honesty.
New Tracks for the Radio. - Spring Edition 2022
This was our busiest Spring season in years, but not for the reasons you might imagine.
New Songs for the Radio. - Midsummer Edition.
August is the month of vacations. Weve got a nice list of great new tunes for you to consider for your Songs of Summer playlist.
New Release from Swedish Artist on Nettwerk Records. - Freyr: Modern Ages
With a distinct thread of intimacy and understated electronic mojo, Freyr presents a solid group of songs that explore the nexus between Folktronic...
New Jersey Indie Pop. - Mike Liegel: Lights Turn Low
A wild look at what happens when two lovers refuse to let go of a relationship.
New Indie Rock Single from Dirt Dog Records Explores Working Life in the Service Industry. - Dropper: Memoirs of Working in a Bowling Alley
This is exceptional art by and for the unsung heroes that are getting by in a world of part-time employment and invisible benefits.
New Beginnings. - Indie Music on Tap: S2E2
Wherein we discuss the importance of finding personal stillness.
New Artists in October. - Announcing a Partnership with TuneIn On Air.
Our GETSEEN Submission platform is finally up and running, so this month we are putting the spotlight on our GETSEEN submissions.
Nettwerk Signs Indie Pop Phenom from Minneapolis. - Introducing Landon Conrath: Static
Sometimes all we can do is acknowledge that we are somewhere near the bottom—but maybe not there yet.
Nettwerk Signs Folktronica Songwriter from Australia. - Portair: Paper In The Sky
Brings together an instinct for pop-inspired electronica with the roots of acoustic folk, and delivers an eclectic punch of earthy groove next to a...
Nettwerk Rising Star Delivers Aesthetic Precision. - Freyr: Night and Day
Freyr again delivers an easygoing stylistic harmony between subject matter, production style, and emotional poignancy.
Nettwerk Records Phenom. - Listen to SYML: The Bird
A shimmering look into the mind of this musical polymath. --- photo credit: Ana Sanchez
Nettwerk Folk Duo Delivers Heartwarming Masterpiece. - Ocie Elliott: Coming Home
If comfort could choose its own soundtrack, it would be this song.
Nettwerk Debut: Harrison Storm - Warm A Cold Heart
Meets a folk driven-backbone of fingerpicking with a solid production aesthetic and the heart of a poet.
Nettwerk Artist Merges Folk with Atmospheric Minimalism. - Radical Face: Under the Same Sun
Ben Cooper is is getting back to the artistic experimentation that made writing songs fun in the first place.
Neon Dreams - We Were Kings
The story of a tough childhood and the redemptive power of maternal love.
Neo Soul Trio from LA Joins Forces with RnB Legend. - Moonchild x Lalah Hathaway: Tell Him
Wrapped in glistening melodies from Amber Navran and the legendary Lalah Hathaway, this ethereal jam explores the point in a relationship when the ...
Native Culture - Bella
Because sometimes love gets away from you, and you don’t know why; you just know that it’s gone.
Native - Dont Forget Me
Its a coming-of-age moment that looks to the future and the past; and there is something candied and piper-like about the nuggets of electric arpeg...
Nathan Zanagar - Occupe Toi
Both heartfelt & poignant, weighing on the one hand, this universe of infinite childishness, against the way that we find strength in each other.
Nate Fredrick - Go On and Leave Me
This poignant lament explores the turbulent history of a lost love.
Natalie Clark - Nothing Left To Lose
Achieves a certain lightness and exuberance of sound that transcends the ability of language to capture nuance.
Nashville Songwriter Pays Tribute to a Broken Heart. - townsend: yours
townsend moves on from an agonizing moment in his life, and we are given the gift of watching it happen in slow motion.
Nashville Songwriter Asks for the Answers We All Seek. - Jacob Humber: Jesus at My Dining Room Table
The true power of spirit lies within the human heart, and not beyond.
Nashville Roots. - Elaine Cole: Blame It on the Roses
Strikes a slow last-waltz on the cold porch of an early morning.
Nashville Roots Pop from Songwriter to the Stars. - Maia Sharp: Youll Know Who Knows You
Engages the listener immediately with an inviting combination of roots-pop, indie rock, and country soul.
Nashville Rising Star Puts Spotlight on Juvenile Diabetes. - Drew Now: TYPE
This tribute to an amazing boyfriend will have you hugging your own sweet someone just a little bit tighter tonight.
Nashville Phenom Signs with Timberlakes Villa 40. - Ivory Layne: Lonely Hearts
Delivers a fresh take on intimate lyricism, thriving at the intersection of Country music, soul, and blockbuster pop.
Nashville Pedal Steel Master Drops Eclectic Debut. - Listen to Spencer Cullums Coin Collection
Cullum brings his own versatility and eclectic creativity to the legacy of artists like Soft Machine and Fairport Convention.
Nashville Lo-Fi Hip Hop. - Foster: As Long As I Have U feat. Christoph
Inspired by the tempestuous intricacies of adolescent love, Foster taps a universal flow about the sweet, early days of romance that inform a yo...
Nashville Indie-Pop. - No Coast: Keep Me Running
When youth and love and circumstance all come together - if only for a brief moment in time.
Nashville Indie Rock. - The Harmaleighs: Sorry, Im busy
A serious look at the ways we freeze up when life catches us in the spotlight.
Nashville Indie Rock. - Kelsey Waters: You Got This
Kelsey Waters wants you to know that she’s got your back, either way you decide to go.
Nashville Indie Rock FFO Hazlett. - Sierra Blanca: All You Get
Joins a beautiful melodic hook with the instinct for improvisation as a remedy for solitude.
Nashville Indie Rock - The Minks: J. Walker Blues
Combining a gritty blues-stomp with heavy guitars, a wailing harmonica, and a sense of casual-cool.
Nashville Indie Pop. - Kirstie Lovelady: Got It Right
A pop-friendly summer love-song that just might make you want to fall back in.
Nashville Indie Pop. - Alexander Wren: The Good In Goodbye (Alternate Version)
In finding his way towards personal expression, Wren stumbled on this story of heartbreak and realized that it was universal.
Nashville Indie Pop Artist Commemorates Loving Union. - Watch the Music Video for Sam McLeod: You Me & Everything
The disarming truth about married life is that nothing is certain, but everything is possible, if we take every day as an opportunity to put someon...
Nashville Indie Pop Album Debut. - Introducing Callen: Love Myself Alone
A universal soundtrack to the introspective catharsis that you didnt know you were looking for.
Nashville Folk Pop. - Josie Dunne: Same (Alternate Version)
When you don’t have love, you’re just somebody on a bicycle.
Nashville Folk Poet Explores Themes of Mortality and Nostalgia. - Bridget Rian: Trailer Park Cemetery
Her music is honest and contemplative with a vocal presence that is nothing short of intoxicating.
Nashville Filipino Fuses Modern Country with RnB. - David Unlayao: Summer Like That
A sticky pop brew that perfectly encapsulates the feeling of being young, free, and read for anything.
Nashville Americana. - Listen to this Anthem to Gender Equality.
Joins the classic synergy of a band-sound like Wilco with the quirky-cool folk flavor of Hayes Carll.
Nashville Americana. - Listen to Leah Nobel: Truly Known
A beautiful statement about the fact that perception lies at the heart of love. --- Photo credit: Geoff Duncan
Nashville Americana for Fans of Lukas Nelson. - Jeff Crosby: Northstar
Splits the difference between Lukas Nelson and Gregory Alan Isakov, by joining the lyrical gravitas of gritty circumstance with the driving rock-en...
Nancie Schipper - Long Fall
This new single from Nancie Schipper delivers the voice, organic drums, and the machine-like strum to create a soothing pop poem from her notes abo...
Nana Adjoa - Simple Things
The secret sauce is a backbeat-heavy counterpoint between the guitars and the vocal over a lazy tick-tock groove.
NYC Songwriter Sings About Breaking Free from the Past. - Angela Sclafani: Bell Jar
There are times that we just need a friend to remind us that something better is possible.
NYC Roots-Pop. - Saul Rivers: Waves
Gives hints of a dream collaboration between John Mayer and Donny Hathaway.
NYC Indie Folk. - Bob Sharkey: Coastline
Explores the arc of a romantic relationship from blissful start to heartbroken finish.
NYC Electro Pop. - Mackenzie Shrieve: Androgyny
A stunning exposition of the very real and human struggle to belong to this world.
NYC Artist Mixes Pop with Sexy Beats. - Keeana Kee: Ride with Me
Builds on the intersection between afrobeat, jazz fusion, and dance-inspired pop styles that have defined earlier releases from this rising star.
NY Dance Pop. - ONEDUO: Human (ft. Anthony Flammia)
Joins a big melodic hook with the impossible dream of making tonight last forever.
NOSONIC - le long
It’s about a relationship where two souls come together, and a hook that won’t leave you alone.
NGHTMRE & WAVEDASH - Grave
With no lyrics there are no semantic details, there is only silence and noise. photo credit: Koury Angelo
NGHTMRE & Big Gigantic - Like That
The animate extension of a dark dubstep vibe into the blissed realm of a cocktail party. Also, horns.
NEO NOIR - On the Hunt
The drums are distinctive, as is the slightly dissonant piano intro. This song comes in all horror movie shower scene, and goes out in a ball of el...
Mysterious Dream Pop from Austin. - Bryson Briight: Foolish
A little bit cryptic, a little bit in-crowd, and sluggish-sexy like a strip club, on acid, where someone keeps playing the same two chords on a Rho...
My only surviving test from Composition school
My teacher had a thing for Copeland and Bartok. They were kind of a big deal.
My god, Rachel, if I could paint my heart for you right now
Choosing from among these pretty cages I find strength because you are still so free
My Terrible Friend - Almost Gone
It quickly becomes a folky wall of sound, and when the sultry head voice crackles from the tube gain, its like a pot of soup that almost boils over...
My Story About Tom DeSavia. - Wherein We Discuss the Merits of Mahavishnu Orchestra.
The world is full of interesting details about obscure progressive rock bands.
My Replika Sent Me Here. - Jamie xx: Sleep Sound (music video)
There is an AI chatbot available now for iPhone and Android that will make friends with you, and then start recommending music (if you ask it to). ...
My Brothers And I - Just Getting to Know You (Live Session)
My Brothers And I gives us a live and primarily acoustic rewind of this indie-pop soul-cry from their EP Heartbeat.
Musical Poetry from Berlin Explores Feelings of Nostalgia and Hope. - Aude Langlois: En Transit
Even a fading relationship can be repurposed as a sort of reunion with the self.
Music Roundup for March. - New Releases from Joseph, Boygenius, Wilder Woods, and Many More.
Spring is here and the new music is amazing.
Munan - Naked
No one wins when we fall down the rabbit hole of digital self promotion and self-worship.
Multi-instrumentalist and Songwriter Turns Passion into Pop with Heartfelt New Song. - Jake Huffman: Just a Little More
If only we could go back in time and leverage our current wisdom against the frozen initiatives and tendency towards dispassion of earlier days.
Mrs. Greenbird - One Day In June
A confident hand measures the doses of acoustic guitar, a fluttering pulse-driven electric bass, and the vocal pills of a beautifully understated d...
Mouth of Ghosts - Downfall
A shimmering track that feels that feels suspended halfway between Enya and K.Flay.
Mournful Indie Folk Masterpiece from Ireland. - Tiz McNamara: April Fool
Combines personal catharsis, emotional vulnerability, and a dream-sequence of repressed memories to reach a final state of self acceptance.
Mount Goldie - Out In The Streets
On their new release Out In The Streets there is a raw and pristine sound to the sparse production, and a Lou Reed style density in the lyrics.
Mother-Daughter Dallas Duo | Country Meets Americana. - Cliffs + Caves: Goodbye For Good
Like waves crashing into the shore, the possibility of love was both present and fleeting.
Morfbeats Quartet - Adams Mustache Loves Billy Martin
The fare here is perfectly attenuated to fit the exact same jam as MSMW: a modern and punchy instrumental Memphis soul.
More Big Hooks from Philly. - KID TRAVIS: ALL I NEED
Another single that combines the best elements of soul, R&B, and electronic pop.
More Amazing Indie Folk from the UK. - Meadowlark: Brainwashed
Romance is so often a distraction from the self-love that we actually crave.
Moozy - Always The End
We are reminded of the importance of family, the ephemeral nature of beauty, and the infinite presence of love.
Moontower - Long Hair
The melody feels finely-groomed, as does the production; it’s a pop song dressed up for Friday Night.
Montreal Electro Pop. - Listen to Caracol: Flooded Field
Explores the fragile space between two lovers, and the honest communication needed to negotiate furious waters together.
Monro - Only You
The machine-groove takes on a life of its own, playing against the disparity between a gorgeous female vocal, and the thick storm of digital energy.
Monotronic - Looking Away
A mix of Indie and electronic styles: hinting at an epic, arena-level rock presence, while also remaining edgy enough for the alt crowd.
Money & The Man - I Wanna Know
It is that backbeat chop, the dirt, the nowhere-to-hide nature of the entire arrangement that just says gritty blues with a Hendrix-style pomp.
Moncrieff - Serial Killer
The production flourishes only add to the stop-and-go mystery, and the Hozier-like soul voice is entrancing.
Molly Moore - Tough Love
With the new single Tough Love from Molly Moore we get attitude and some badass groove.
Modern Soul and Indie Pop. - Introducing The Lovelines: Dark Thoughts About A Pretty Flower
An enigmatic and satisfying exploration of the intersection between sexuality and visceral symbolism.
Modern Pop from Montreal. - Nova Rose: Still Thinking of You
Nova Rose concocts a fun bop that layers the sounds of modern pop against a musical persona that is holding space for a new generation.
Modern Hip Hop with Grit and Soul. - Rashad & Confidence: Desires
This return to the former glory of Rashad & Confidence brings a renewed sense of honesty to the flavors of hip-hop, by keeping it real about the pr...
Modern Folk Pop from the UK. - Cattle & Cane: Mexico (Music Video)
With a strong pulse and a distinct musical alchemy between siblings Joe and Helen Hammill, Cattle & Cane will melt the coldest of hearts with their...
Modern Electronic Jazz Fusion from Germany. - Sepalot: Ride In Joy
Pushes the boundaries of what can happen when a timeless, jazz-forward vibe comes together with a modern electronic sound.
Modern Ambient Fiddle Music from Michigan. - Laurel Premo: The Brushy Fork of Johns Creek
Presents a bold and dynamic instrumental narrative that mimics the flow of water and the natural turbulence of nature itself.
Model Man - Ketones
The perfect example of effective multimedia: the song, and the video, share a sense of urgency and production mastery.
Mitch King - Believe
Mitch King lives his life on the road, and has created an impressive career on the back of relentless touring and an irrepressible love for life.
Miss Mojo - Fly Me Up
This is some straight up disco grooving with a massive backbone of slap-bass funk.
Minor League - The Great Southwest
Minor League leaves us with some lively food-for-thought in this rock meditation on the meaning of life.
Minnesota Synth-Pop. - Listen to Bora York: Dry Land
Poignant and subtle, a bit like the nature of affection itself.
Minneapolis Trio Drops Dynamic New Single. - Listen to Good Morning Bedlam: Salt
A musical experience that incorporates big dynamic shifts with infectious emotion and a sense that anything is possible.
Minneapolis Folk-Rock. - Listen to Anna Stine: Company of Now
A rhapsodic collection of songs teaches us that we are who we decide to be, and every day can be a chance to reinvent.
Minimalist Pop from New York City. - EIGHTY NINETY: The Night Sky
A sound that is exhilarating and somehow familiar, tapping into a sense of poetic intimacy that mirrors the universe itself.
Minimalist Acoustic Folk from Sweden for Fans of Nick Drake. - Freyr: Neighbour Boy
Equal parts storyteller and sonic alchemist, Freyr creates music that taps into the universal fragility of human existence.
Millennial Hip Hop Anthem to Avocado Toast. - PuffHost: 20 Somethings (Music Video)
Finding happiness has a lot to do with balancing the banal force of materialistic corporatism against a yearning for spiritual generosity.
Mike Viola - King Kong Hand
Mike Viola is making it happen. Its Dylan, its Elvis Costello, and somehow its Everclear.
Mike Edel - 31
It’s an important coming-of-age moment, giving yourself permission to be free to choose; and this is a fitting ode to that sense of both commitment...
Mickey Valen - Chills (ft. Joey Myron)
It’s subtle, and it creates a sense of otherworld; a feeling that anything is possible.
Michigan Transplant Finds his Groove in South Central Los Angeles. - HILTON: Crash
Combines a sparkling and pervasive hook on the acoustic guitar with a sparse, laser-like production vibe that might remind you a bit of Jeremy Zuc...
Michigan Power Trio Collaborates with Folk Legend. - The Accidentals: Remain the Same
A fitting tribute to the wistful power of childhood memory and the loved ones we have left behind.
Miami Indie Pop. - The Hails: Sugar
An indie-pop dance track about riding that fine line between pleasure and regret.
Miami Dance Pop. - Judah Holiday: All That I Got Tonight (Music Video)
With a deeply satisfying hook all are welcome at this celebration of love, companionship, and sobriety.
Mesmerizing Indie Pop Debut from Atlanta. - Listen to Mallbangs: Forget Me Nots
Presents a lilted flavor of Paisley Underground crossed with 70s slow-rock classicism.
Mesmerizing Folk Pop. - Black Match: Nowhere
Is it easier to leave, or be left? — photo credit: Richard Fusillo
Mendeleyev - If I Cant Be Free
The guitar strum has that frantic energy of a Richie Havens, and there is plenty of room for spinning around in circles.
Melodic Indie Rock from NYC. - Presidio: One More Day
Walking proof that two voices are stronger than one.
Melodic Electro Pop from Los Angeles. - Moontower: Rerun
This powerful electro-pop single joins thick layers of synth arpeggio with pulsating hi-hat, big melodies, and a bright message of self-care.
Melodic Alt Pop from Copenhagen. - Nicklas Sahl: There For You (Music Video)
Personifies the struggle of two young men who are being forced apart by powers beyond their control. Will they be reunited before it is too late?
Melodic Alt Pop from Chicago. - Anthony Vince: One of Your Shows
Sometimes the only thing we can do is move on.
Melodic Acoustic Pop. - Listen to FINNEAS: Luck Pusher
The under-sketch of raw poise is still visible beneath the muted and scant contexture: simple beauty, served over a framework of vulnerability.
Mellow Folk Pop FFO Hollow Coves. - David Nevory: Bright Eyes
Delivers a personal revelation about the power of love to transform a life, and to bring connection and purpose to all who dare feel worthy of affe...
Melbourne’s Newest Alt-Pop Artist Drops Hot Single. - San Joseph: Blink Twice
San Joseph really doesn’t care about what’s in; he cares about what’s good.
Melbourne Indie Rocker Drops New Single. - Nat Vazer: Addicted to Misery
A buttery and slightly futuristic combination of hushed vocal tones and sparkling electric guitar.
Melancholic Piano Pop from Kansas City. - Anson Seabra: Last Time
Anson Seabra combines a melancholic sense of narrative with an instinct for melody that does not disappoint.
Melancholic Indie Pop Catharsis from a Bedroom in Brooklyn. - GOLDEN: Sunburn
Sometimes, the hardest thing about loving someone is finding out who they really are; nothing ever really changes. Sunrise, sunset, just try not to...
Melancholic Folk Pop from Austin. - David Ramirez: I Wanna Live In Your Bedroom
The combination of soft acoustic drums, dreamy waves of vocal harmony, and a delicate piano captures the essence of a heart, just before it breaks.
Melancholic Folk Pop for Fans of The Civil Wars. - Of Sea and Stone: I Love You, Goodbye (Music Video)
We reluctantly acknowledge that a broken heart can lead us to the truth.
Melancholic Bedroom Pop from Stamford. - Evenson: The More You Wanna (Break Up)
Pinpoints the frustration of a relationship where the connection is fleeting, and we are forced to concede that it wasnt meant to be.
Meka - Temperance
A rambling folk-inspired musicality that reminds me a little bit of the exquisite Laura Marling.
Medium Build - 99 Corolla
Treats us with a slinky groove as we explore that time, during a rough winter, when life was feeling pretty much hopeless.
Meadowlark - Family Tree
This heart-on-her-sleeve vocal performance from McGill will leave you breathless, and might show you some ghosts from your own past.
McKinney Songwriter Explores Grief with Touching New Song Priscilla
Katherine Paterson deftly navigates the universal touchstones of human existence with originality and poise.
McKinney Performer Writes About Obsession with The Office (TV). - KellyMarie: Timing Right
Combines a lively mix of keyboard hooks, choppy guitar, and organic drums with layers of laid-back, buttery vocals.
Maxwell James - The More You Say, The Less I Know
Americana at its best: Its got all the elements - the tasty B3 nuggets, the heavy quarter notes on the bass, the lap steel, and the acoustic guitar.
Max García Conover - Week 71: Home pt. 2
Using the same tools we all have - an acoustic guitar, a backing band, a piano - Max García Conover builds a riveting narrative with his deep barit...
Matthew Pinder - My Demise (Music Video)
Matches an ethereal beauty with the pre-ordained heartbreak that can transform a young love.
Matthew McNeal - Out of Time
A vibe that gives a nod to Kings of Leon while keeping one foot firmly in northeast Texas.
Matthew McNeal - Dropped The Ball
McNeal drops us a dusty postcard from some beautiful and barren place that lives in his mind.
Matt Storm - You Say This I Say That
Meshing alt-soul and psych rock, this track unfolds like a long and lazy dirt road.
Matt Shill - Upside Down
This song is a journey through somewhere weve never been. It feels Raphael Saadiq at the same time it feels like Damien Rice; this is modern music ...
Mason Via - Melt in the Sun
Combining a soulful, high-and-lonesome tenor vocal with lyrics that seem to be extracted from a different time.
Mary-Elaine Jenkins - Hold Still
Because where exactly is the line between asking and begging, if the game is love, and your heart is the money?
Mars Daniel - The Kiss You’ve Been Wanting
Part waking dream and part emotional directive to put more soul into everything you do.
Marmalakes - Slow Dance
It feels like this song was found in the belly of a ship that was lost at sea; not so much written as discovered.
Maria Rui - Bola de Sabão
Melody wins, every time. This kind of lazy tunefulness is the mark of Maria Rui, and I would say in a larger sense, Brazilian acoustic pop itself.
Maria De Val - In The Rubble (Single Version)
Forges a feeling of misgiving about the unfulfillable nature of love and ambivalent power of hope.
Manhattan Murder Mystery - Imperial County
They achieve a rare and unaffected style, creating a moment of stillness and magic with a four-piece acoustic band and a big warehouse.
Manchester Trio Signs with Sony/XXIM Records. - GoGo Penguin: Ascent
Waves of arpeggiated piano set against a buttery backdrop of bass riffs and impressive cymbal work.
Manchester Folk Songwriter Honors the Feminine. - Jack Conman: The Beauty Of Women
A perfect musical companion for those fleeting moments of genuine appreciation that belong to every woman.
Malin Verheij - Hold On To Me
The acoustic guitar, the piano, and the swirling layers of orchestral strings together weave a story of personal redemption and resiliency.
Making the Transition to Soundiiz from Soundsgood. - The Good, the Bad, the Automatic
For my top playlists, I use Soundiiz to automate a daily refresh from the Spotify master list to SoundCloud, Deezer, and YouTube music. Syncing wit...
Madison Songwriter Channels Unspeakable Tenderness with Indie Folk Debut. - Bright Arcana: Old Bones (feat. Anna Tivel)
This musical document traces the trajectory of grief itself, and the spiritual transformation that emerges from tragedy as a matter of necessity.
Madeline x Makk Mikkael - Ugly Feeling
Pairs a lush acoustic sensibility with an exploration of jealousy and self-reflection.
Madeleine Kelson - Already Gone
Its a gorgeous harmony that sets up the chorus turn, and the narrative theme seems to continue the process of self-invention, creating new twists a...
MXMS - The Run
Using the deep synth and a laser-etched groove, MXMS is able to carve harmonies into raw quartz. The final effect is all hooks and prismatic light.
MUNYA - Des Bisous Partout
The sound here is late-era Europop with some modern psychedelia. You can get high just on that breathy falsetto.
MMBLR - That Breeze
A reflection on the strategies we use to connect with others, delivered with a sense of both sadness and relief.
MICHA - Hopeful
An abiding sense that these melodies extend from a tender place deep within the human heart.
MEI - Afrowalk ft. Sheila Maurice-Grey
MEI channels the voice of the people, imploring us all to stand up together.
MEGGO - sylvia's place ;; tricks
A worthy example of the lasting bond that can exist between human and animal.
MARLBORO - Being Divine
The cognitive dissonance of our time: we are expected to be divine, with no support for the stutter-steps that just might have gotten us there.
Lyves - Tell Me That You Feel It Too
Burning soul and a simmering sense of restraint: the harmony is sparse, the space is open.
Lyrical Hip Hop from St Louis FFO Snow Tha Product. - The Regal Club: Spooky
This anthem to the hedonistic lifestyle will resonate with fans of Snow Tha Product.
Lyrical Hip Hop from Detroit. - MoCity Jones: Tortoise
Mixes a rhumba-flavored rhythmic hook with a slick flow about doing the hard work of self-improvement while also getting away from the rat-race.
Lyrical Electro Pop from Portland Explores the Comfort of Solitude. - Zoë Ferguson: im ok
A confessional style of lyricism is mixed with raw emotion and unbridled melancholy.
Lydia Evangeline - Get Over You
Evangeline reminds us of Ark, with a similar feel for catchy harmonies and a gorgeous voice.
Luvia - For You
A dream-pop songstress and a formidable lyricist with a clear and haunted point of view. This song could live on the melody alone.
Lush Synth Pop from Berlin. - Moli: So Jealous (Lyric Video)
When do we acknowledge that the disconnect between reality and Instagram is growing?
Luscious Folk Pop from the Big Island of Hawaii. - Luke Beling: Pacific
A dynamic catharsis that blends elements of electronica and alt folk in a way that feels both organic and spiritual.
Lupa J - You're In My Headphones
With an art-rock sensibility that looks back at artists like Björk, or even Grace Jones, Lupa J concocts a melodic reason to consider someone new.
Lunacre - Red Sky
A satisfying sense of craftsmanship and melodic self-actualization come together to create more speaker-candy for the discerning Indie-Rock fan.
Luminous Folk Pop from Lincolnshire. - Dom Malin: All I Know
This emotional song tracks the movements, thoughts, and restlessness of someone who is weighed down with deep sorrow.
Lumineers and Blind Pilot Members Join Forces for New Record. - Heavy Gus: Do We Have to Talk
This blend of gritty retro-rock and west-coast surf is sure to leave you better than you were.
Luke James Shaffer - Last First Kiss
Luke James Shaffer, with his new single Last First Kiss, brings a unique roots-pop sensibility to one of the classic themes of human art, which is ...
Luke Elliot x Kristofer Hivju - It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
A fantastic addition to any holiday playlist; & now you have a reason to start talking about Wildlings again.
Luke Beling x Joseph Pennell - The Light Is Coming
A soothing reminder that life is lived best in harmony with the past, the present, and the future.
Luca DAlberto - Like We Were
The piano is left to speak through the muted overtones of a few simple chords, and cascades of arpeggio.
Lovestruck Pop Jam from Los Angeles. - Erik Frank: Paradise
Explores the concept that true love can change us forever, and when real romance finds us, we dont really have a choice.
Lovesick Electronic Pop from Berlin. - Bonny Lauren: How Does It Feel
Love should be the cure, and never the poison.
Lovelorn Alt Pop from Chattanooga. - Anna Baldree: Final Girl
Explores a romantic sense of longing and unfulfilled fantasy, as we endure the all-too-common narrative of an attraction that only goes one way.
Lovable Indie Pop from Amsterdam. - Dansu: Say Say Say
With a smooth mix of organic instrumental tones, an intimate lead vocal, and layers of soul-inspired rhythm, Dansu brings together the sonic precis...
Loud Forest - Level Ground
Its got that bass you want booming out of the trunk of your car; disco throwback synth-pop with a killer duet and a fun dance beat.
Los Angeles Songwriter Returns from Europe with Pandemic Fairytale. - Cynthia Catania: Only Time Will Tell
Showcasing a lush production palette that includes orchestral elements like flute and pizzicato strings along with a range of folk-inspired instrum...
Los Angeles Songwriter Recovers from a Broken Heart through Music. - Lydia Kaseta: Hate The Day
An impeccably-produced showcase of Lydias talent for delivering catharsis through direct confrontation with emotional hardship.
Los Angeles Songwriter Goes Viral With Game Trailer From Dog POV.
Lead Me from the Remnant 2 Trailer (via Gearbox SF & Gunfire Games) performed by A.Roc Beta.
Los Angeles Songwriter Drops Another Electronic Pop Gem. - Hayk Keys: Good Game
Tapping into a long list of contemporary influences that includes Khalid and Saint JHN, Hayk Keys delivers another engaging love song, ready for ...
Los Angeles Rising Star of Electronic Alt Pop. - Introducing Shoffy: Fade
Shoffy continues to bring in new fans with his signature combination of sugar-sweet vocals and fluttering beats.
Los Angeles Pop Artist Previews New Track on TikTok. - Annika Rose: Hypocrite
Hits the sweet spot between a celebration of life and a heartfelt exposition of human imperfection.
Los Angeles Musician and Filmmaker Mixes Synth Pop with Japanese Ambient. - Kowloon: A Thousand Pictures
Pairs fuzzy synth lines with undulating groove in a nod to the Pacific coastline.
Los Angeles Indie Rock. - Nasty Cherry: Win
The girl in this song is ruthless, smoldering, and deadly. --- art credit: @tsarinamerrin
Los Angeles Indie Rock. - Aaron Taos: Dazed & Amused
A soundtrack for the tendency towards self-sedation that takes over a life one party at a time. --- photo credit: Dave Krugman
Los Angeles Indie Pop. - John The Blind: Hallelujah
A unique and pop-friendly juxtaposition of big melody, funky groove, and flirtation. --- photo credit: Jimmy Fontaine
Los Angeles Electronic Pop with a Hip Hop Groove. - Gianni Cures: Indecisive
An instinct for catchy melody and solid groove makes this a perfect fit for music lovers that get their fix at the intersection of hip hop and elec...
Los Angeles Electro Soul. - Molly Moore: i love you but i dont like you
A thick bed of electro-soul, expertly tainted with the dark aspect of a tortured spirit.
Los Angeles Electro Pop. - Moby Rich: Sabotage (Music Video)
We take a look at how much blame we deserve for our own mistakes.
Los Angeles Chamber Pop. - Peridot: Fleeting
A gorgeous token of gratitude for the constant spark that is romantic love.
Los Angeles Alt Pop Phenom. - Introducing Kristiane: Before the Night Is Over
A worthy soundtrack to heartbreak that also serves as a primer for the overcoming of adversity in all forms.
Lorkin OReilly Releases Collaborative Project with Melanie MacLaren: Tadpole Emporium
What began with voice notes and Garageband demos was crystallized in March when the two met up to record at Building Records in upstate New York.
Long Range Hustle - Morning Clover
It’s a recipe that has been used before by The Lumineers, but this feels less surgical, and more of a party; the synergy here between elements is u...
Long Beach Hip Hop Groove. - Max MacVeety: SEEN
A shout-out to underrepresented people everywhere: this is your time to be heard.
Long Awaited Alt Folk Debut from Melbourne Phenom. - Ruby Gill: Im gonna die with this frown on my face
Perfectly aligned with a new generation that is more than ready to shake up the status quo.
Lone Kodiak - Candles
The crescendo is so subtle that you won’t know why your heart is beating so quickly; but you will feel it.
London Folk Roots. - Listen to Gus White: Kitchen Window
Matches an inspired sense of truth-seeking with the romantic details of an ill-fated soul-connection between lovers.
London Electro Pop. - Hugh: Sober
This electro-pop slow-burn will reacquaint you with the importance of making good choices.
Lolasister - A Coloured Image Of the Sun
Some really subtle lyrics and a wide range of instrumentation make this a very atmospheric track with a circular theme and some poignant detail.
Lofi Synthetic Beats from Los Angeles. - Introducing Wizard Death: hvn
This hazy instrumental will open your mind to the possibility of spiritual evolution.
Lofi Indie from Philadelphia and South Jersey. - Smokeyy: Yesterday
Heartfelt music written directly from personal experience that offers a template for others to get in touch with their inner freedom.
LoFi Indie Rock from California. - Listen to Joe Kaplow: Little Sleep
Hits that sweet spot between honest, heartfelt songwriting and a solid production aesthetic.
Lively Electronic Soul from Seattle. - The BGP: Gravity
This mix of upbeat vibes and feel-good melodies always comes as the welcome addition to a busy day.
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It feels good to be a hero. Until you realize that everyone has feelings - even the people you dont like.
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We have a small, fragile community, and it warmed my heart that so many businesses decided to do the right thing, without having to be told to do s...
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Everyone is on lockdown, schools are not going to be back in session at least until September, and it seems likely that Oregon will be moving into ...
Live Blogging the Coronavirus Outbreak from Ashland, Oregon: Good News, Bad News
Our Democracy is on life-support right now. The stakes could not be higher.
Live Blogging the Coronavirus Outbreak from Ashland, Oregon: At Least One More Month of Quarantine
It feels increasingly that we are in a post-truth world, that the voice of the people is all but completely muffled, and that we are in a crisis of...
Live Acoustic Folk-Rock. - John-Robert: Adeline
An acoustic love-song, delivered with a broad tenor voice from the bottom of an empty swimming pool.
Little Quirks - Crumbled
A guitar strum that manages to hide behind the banjos 8th notes; from there the voices of sisters Abbey, Mia, and cousin Jaymi weave a captivating ...
Little Brother Eli - Stop Pretending
The girl may have moved on, but the song is going to stay with you.
Listen to this Jack Drag + Aimee Mann Collab: Little Lies
The vocals are subtle, the affect is confident, and there is the vaguely orchestral skeleton living inside the drum mix.
Listen to this Gorgeous Latin Love Ballad. - Olivero x Alain Perez: Sin Permiso del Ayer
We experienced the highs and lows of romantic adventure through this unique and atmospheric collaboration of two master entertainers at the top of ...
Listen to a Mix of Hip Hop and Indie Pop from Oakland. - Ricky Lake: Princess Diana
Combines references to popular music with a west-coast lifestyle, a weakness for mind-altering substances, and the glorious impatience of youth.
Listen to This Dreamy Lo-Fi Jam from Montreal. - Hansom Ēli: Summer Rise (Music Video)
Sophisticated yet uncomplicated, unique yet approachable, and unapologetically bilingual.
Listen to My Morning Jackets New Album on YouTube
In an age where most bands are not making cohesive albums anymore, My Morning Jacket steps up with an instant masterpiece (start at ~7 min).
Listen to Lighthouse. - Incorruptible Independent Pop by Mirah
An Eastern-inspired tabla-pocket meshes nicely with the sputtering bass and layers of falsetto.
Listen to Chicago Folk-Artisan Verluna: The Narrow Road to Oku
Represents the process of sharpening our personal edges, and whittling ourselves down to what is vital.
Lisofv - A Mercy Bill
Lisofv continues to play with performance dynamics and ethereal interludes to construct satisfying exploitations of rhythm and sound.
Lior Holzman - The Searcher's Ballad
Leverages a clear sense of melody against a backdrop of rock-driven Americana
Lindsay Ell - Waiting On You
Its the candy you want at the end of the night; a fusion of Nashville pop and Country know-how.
Lightfoils - This Time Is Up
The energy does not disappoint, and the vocal style reifies the dreamy precision that is the hallmark of shoegaze.
Light Wheel - Answers
A direct invocation to the ghost of New Wave, meeting a groove-oriented indie flavor with a dream-pop vocal.
Lief - Imperfect
Its a remarkable achievement: balancing the influences of modern jazz fusion, neo-soul, and indie rock, with equal parts pre-meditated nuance and p...
Lexxi Saal - Running
By using mostly piano and reverb to assemble the harmony, the deep and brooding overtones of each note are allowed their muted reckoning.
Leon of Athens - Xenos
There are no straight lines, there are only bodies and bandages, and a song that sets a slow Blade Runner crescendo.
Lemony Rug - Uppercut
Offers a message of resilience in the face of the kind of circumstances that keep knocking you down.
Leeds Own Singer-Songwriter Drops New Single. - Agi: green velvet (demo)
Its not hard to see why she was named one of the Best Artists in 2021 by BBC Introducing.
Leathan Milne - Thats What I Was Thinking
Think Damien Rice: acoustic guitar does all the portage, and the strings weave in and out like birds following a caravan.
Lay Low Moon - Knew
Its a dynamic mid-tempo crooner track, with a soothing harmony and a smart turnaround out of the chorus that underscores the extra personality from...
Lavinia, Lavinia, Lavinia, Howsoever Beatest Thine Heart Among the Divinities Shall Ye Be Remembered, Lavinia
This life falls short of you in my fleeting paradise beneath the spotlight.
Lauren OConnell - Under Control
Lauren OConnell is able to reify the casual urban poetics of the Bay area, complete with acoustic roots, delicious irony, and a satisfying hook.
Lauren Curtius - Enough
A very tangible and positive symbol of Laurens recovery from more than a decade of an ex-partners emotional and sexual abuse
Laurel Mitchell - The Christmas Song (Nat King Cole Cover)
This song is beautiful because Christmas is beautiful, and Christmas is beautiful because of all the people singing their heartfelt songs.
Laura Jean Anderson - Love You Most
Its a mid-tempo afternoon happy hour with an R&B rhythm section and someone on the mind.
Laura Cahen - Partout
Blends modernity and tradition with a beautifully cultivated mix of guitar, synthesizer, and both acoustic and electronic drum sounds.
Lap-Steel Magic and Americana FFO Brent Cobb. - Brendan Willing James: Curveball
Life is beautiful, even when we are lost.
Languid Dream Pop from Albany. - Laveda: If Only (You Said No)
Laveda brings their unique, collaborative vision to an extension of 90s shoegaze, and into the modern spectrum of languid dream-pop.
Lakelands - I’ll Be The Fire
Fire, catalyst, passion, responsibility; we don’t care what you call it.
Laid Back Hip Hop Grooves Just in Time for Summer. - Ay Wing x Mark Battles x Shuko: Luv Lyve
If we appreciate the high moments with gratitude, and withstand the low points with humility, we just might grow into the cosmic wisdom that is our...
Laid Back Bedroom Pop from Oklahoma. - Josh Fudge: Second Date
Nostalgic undertones and big, washy choruses make this song better every time you listen.
LUI HILL - Words Become Useless
Its a bouncy synth-soul groove, and razor sharp vocals, with a deep respect for the power of single-note piano lines.
LUI HILL - Ancient Dust
LUI HILL, with his new single Ancient Dust, breathes life into electronic soul, joining a throwback sense of groove with a powerful synth-pop vibe.
LOV - Mama
The vibe is classic cool while a killer drum track elevates the impressive range and performance from this young vocal talent.
LOONER [Soul Sessions] - If Youll Just Let Me Try
Brings the allure of sexual opportunism to a new set of young, impressionable ears.
LOONER - Take a While ft. Speech
With a sparkling sense of melody LOONER brings a modern, ethereal quality to the infectious power of pure groove-pop.
LISTEN: to Ambient Beauty. - Bhaveek N. Makan: Borivali
The dominant theme here is a sense of waking, of perception, and of appreciation for the vast and gorgeous intricacy of daily life.
LACES - someday is not tonight
It’s the juxtaposition we all have between the hero in our heart, and the realist in our mind.
LA Rock Trio. - Listen to Raised On TV: Caroline
That moment of half-light, before anything is decided, when everything is still perfect.
LA Pop Legend Delivers Wistful Retrospective. - Wingtip: Mr. 29
A track that feels both uplifting and slightly retro, matching a playful cynicism with the celebration of all things wistful.
LA Indie Pop. - Skinny Beats: All Eyes on Me
The perfect summer anthem for sweating on the dance floor.
LA Indie Pop. - Mini Trees: Steady Me
Keeps the groove coming with an easy pocket and an infectious love of life.
LA Indie Pop. - Kid Bloom: Does It Make Me Wrong?
Can we start with the fun part, and skip the incriminations?
LA Indie Electronic. - White Elephant Orchestra: Revolution Superstar
A bright statement about what is possible when we let ourselves dream.
LA Indie Electronic. - The Chainsmokers: Call You Mine (Ft. Bebe Rexha)
We find deep magic in an unexpected kiss.
LA Hip Hop. - greisun: Xtra (ft. Jjuan)
A powerful statement of intent for the ambitious female: to define herself any way she wants.
LA Electro Pop - SLANDER & Said The Sky: Potions ft. JT Roach
Arrives just in time to be the soundtrack to your imminent summer fling.
LA Dance Pop. - Listen to: Teddi Gold - Cash
A surprisingly cheerful track about the reality of what it takes to put those dollars in the bank.
LA Based Songwriter Drops New EP for Nettwerk Records. - Emily James: Cannonball
A kindhearted and uncomplicated reminder to enjoy the moments that are special in our life.
Kyson - Every High
Maybe it is that easy, to just get into the flow: follow the rules, dont get pushed out to sea. photo credit: @benmönks
Kylie Rothfield - Never Loved Somebody
A fever dream that inhabits the common ground between two troubled souls in search of partnership.
Kyan - Like Summer
A lurching beat like footsteps in the hallway, threading together the inspiration, the reflection, and the subsequent catharsis as a sun emerges fr...
Krister Axel: Illuminate the Sky
One of the top songs from this indie roots artist features acoustic guitar and a gorgeous horn arrangement by Bill Dowling.
Krister Axel Live. - From the Mail Tribune archive
Once there was such a thing as a local newspaper. Krister performs Weightless Heart on the Weissenborn from the studio in Medford.
Korean Hip Hop. - Lisofv: Gateway To The Real World
A shuffle-groove worthy of Bernard Purdie himself.
Knoxville Fave Drops New Single. - Listen to Shayla McDaniel: Depend On
A soul-drenched, indie-rock love letter to that special someone that we all are hoping to connect with.
Kip LaVie - Alyosha
A slow beginning, spent rising from the primordial suspension, that soon finds an easy groove.
Kios - Right Now
Kios brings a fresh sound to the Nashville indie rock scene by managing to be both fun and serious in the same breath.
King of Foxes - Backsliders
A fun and bouncy indie-rock single that makes a statement about keeping our own selves in check, and taking a moment for introspection.
Kindness is the Glue. - Indie Music On Tap: S2E6
We are wrapping up our second season with a book giveaway, and we will announce the winner at the end of this episode. Todays theme is that kindnes...
Kin Hana - You
The raw and personal nature of both the lyrics and the performance create a poignant and bittersweet finish.
Killer Indie Folk Rock Debut from Sweden. - Otinget: Gone in the Morning
An all-original and enticing debut that feels a bit like The Black Keys jamming with The White Stripes in Wilcos garage.
Kill Joy - Valentines Day
The final takeaway is a dark poem to the one that got away, one that is equal parts self-humiliation, catharsis, and defeatism.
Kevin Gordon - Saint on a Chain
The long story, the full confession - the whole thing feels just right. The road is littered with revelations and little moments of light.
Kev Brown & J Scienide - Cutlass Supreme (feat. DJ Jon Doe)
Producers take note: this is what a groove should sound like.
Kentucky Noise-Pop. - Listen to Owoso: Dirt Mound
Repurposes a private meditation as a universal statement about embracing our own true nature.
Kenneka Cook - My Universe
It’s a mesmerizing pendulum beat that makes the perfect backdrop for her vocal power.
Kendl Winter - Solitude
It is a highly-fetching folk jalopy, with dueling dust cloud and angel wings, flying down the open road of introspection.
Kendall Street Company: Space for Days
If you like wah wah licks doubling the saxophone and a bass player who jams up on the neck like hes Jaco Pastorius, this is your party.
Kelsy Karter - Harry
A deep and satisfying fantasy about eating pancakes, a la Styles. Probably naked.
Kathryn Hallberg - Some Dreams
A deep dive into the science of regret, and a long walk through the wistful corridors of what could have been. — photo credit: Libby Danforth
Kate Vargas - Mountain Song
A stripped-down band and a simple rhythm section puts the focus where it belongs: on the dusty cowgirl persona.
Kat Hamilton - Reminders
This indie-rock tell-all lays it out for all to see. --- photo credit: Laura Murray
Kalyna Rakel - Who Knew
Simple, elegant, and a little bit scrappy, with a blues inflection over the top of a fine indie-rock groove.
Kalandra - Brave New World
Complete with dirty guitar and swirling percussion, the energy gives a sense of immediacy, and a druidic affect.
KREPT & KONAN - I Spy ft. Headie One, K-Trap
Dropping some truth about what happens when you can have anything you want.
KLANGPLANET - Midnight
Between the keyboard, the funk guitar, the bass, and the drum groove, there’s always something coming and going.
KID TRAVIS Drops Another Indie Anthem. - Listen to LET ME IN
With a big drum mix that adds an indie rock flavor to the track, LET ME IN explores the backstory of a relationship that anyone can relate to.
Jungle - Happy Man
Its the soundtrack to a way that you walk in a freshly-pressed suit you just borrowed from the backseat of a Jaguar.
Julia Johnson - Collarbone
The elevated style is apparent here, with a drone-fueled heavy-root tonality that reminisces of vast fields of clover.
Julez - New Connection
The guitar is suitably blaring, the reverb extra springy, its midnight at the Fillmore and the year is 1976.
Judy Blank - Mary Jane
With a great feel on the production and some nice guitar licks threading the needle between country and rock, this song hits the melody funny bone.
Juan Donovan - Chains (feat. Danni Jackson)
It feels underground and high budget at the same time. This song is an urban anthem for the confusion of humanity.
Joshua Radin - Here, Right Now
Preview the title track from Joshua Radins upcoming full length album, out early October. And yes, broughten is a word.
Josh Phillips - Already Gone
Confidently establishing his place as one of the most dynamic and potent songsmiths and performers that Asheville has ever called their own.
Josephine Wiggs (of The Breeders) - Time Does Not Bring Relief
However you feel about life, this song will amplify that emotion.
Jordan Max - War
The kick drum sounds deep and mysterious; when the mix kicks in fully for a moment it is much like the rumblings of a rock army.
Jon and Roy - Where Has My Love Gone
The pain, the futility, and the cry of a broken soul, are all welcome at this groove-supper.
Jon Reynolds & The Aches - Undertow
Pretty much all bass line and melody, this catchy single strikes a balance between a riff-y roots-elegance and a touch of modern throwaway-cool.
Jon Moodie - Get What You Want
The way the bass and the guitar work together is like two snakes woven around a drum stick. Crank up that open hi hat and shuffle it.
John Prine Signs First Act in Years. - Listen to Kelsey Waldon: Anyhow
Gives cover for anyone choosing to go their own way - this song is about you.
John Calvin Abney - Always Enough
The gentle flow of the laid-back drums works with the brittle reverb on those snare fills to set up the airy drops.
Johan Danno - Rescue Me
The entire emotional journey rests on that vocal performance, the immediacy of the lyricism, and the blues-style breaks.
Joey BASE - Act Like You Know Me
Joey BASE drops another single and it is going to burn: we are loving the beat, the energy, and the smoldering hook from Frankie.
Joel Levi: Will We Ever Change?
A Ryan Adams meets Tom Petty vibe that it is all right with me, all night long.
Joel Coopa x imallryt - Jettison
Synonymous with a personal, visceral truth about how confidence is so often the perfect catalyst for a life well-lived.
Joel Baker - Rupi Kaur
Rupi Kaur is a beautiful exploration of the little details that drive companionship, separation, and regret.
Joe Wilkes - Sleeping on the Floor
The duet brings an element of he said, she said, and seeds that blossom of gossip and confrontational points-of-view.
Joe Traxler - Asymmetrical Life
A roots confection of country and pop, featuring a smooth vocal, an acoustic guitar, and a Weissenborn-style lead.
Joe Nolan - Too Much Time To Kill
Explores the bluesy trappings of a folk persona, stretching the skin of a poet over the bones of a spiritual warrior.
Joe Jenneman - The Underneath
At the end of the day, it's the story here that feels like it could come from anywhere.
Jimmy - Smile
Its a very powerful and opaque track that stands on its own: on the surface as a testament to weird, and deeper in as an unfettered brain manifesto...
Jim and Sam - The Way It Goes (Its Inevitable)
In light of the recent fiery summer on the west coast, this statement about the sanctity and impermanence of life is apropos.
Jim Audet - Sex & Money
Its a chamber pop sensibility and the lyrical style of a jazz crooner on his fourth Scotch-with-1-ice-cube.
Jessie Munro - Under Fire
Its a toe-tapper with a silky-smooth lead vocal and a dry drum mix that feels live from a faux-fur couch in the foyer.
Jesper Hasnaoui - The Other Side
A deep, mid-tempo burner that encourages us to keep moving forward with a curious heart.
Jeryko - Two Kids
Presents a timeless anthem for the beautiful memories of childhood that are gone, but never forgotten.
Jennah Barry - Roller Disco
Jennah Barry ties a bow around her lost love and kisses it goodbye. --- photo credit: J. Chapin
Jeffrey Piton - On My Own
You can hear The Lumineers and Imagine Dragons - the breaks always have oh-oh-oh and the melody flitters like a sparrow.
Jazz-Hop and Study Beats from Brooklyn. - johnboybeats: Crossroads
Delivers gorgeous saxophone melodies backed by organic percussion sounds and a myriad of engaging instrumental melodies.
Jaunt - Faster Interactions
Funkadelic, maybe some Biz Markie, the more direct synth-pop of Stereolab, and some arty crossover tricks from Beck.
Jason Lowe - Sorrow & Splendour
As the song progresses it approaches a sort of poetic ecstasy that flowers and fades and after there is much to discuss.
Jason Grishkoff Is In the Zone. - SubmitHub Founder Talks About the Future.
Many new features are in the works. We spent some time talking about what inspired the platform, and what he has planned for next steps.
Jason Broyles - Happy Xmas (War Is Over)
This is the song you break out the holiday sweater for. And the eggnog.
Jareth - Bit By Bit
Something about that vocal just cleaves to the core, maybe its that faint hint of reverb, maybe its that personality living in the lyrics.
Janee - Out Of Town (feat. Lunis)
A groovy summer anthem that is perfect for anyone about to hit the road, headed straight for the unknown.
Jane Holiday - We Dont Wanna Dance
With a disco nod to both the Bee Gees and Jamiroquai, Jane Holiday offers us a banging groove about millennial disaffection.
Jalapeno Records Artist Drops New Single at the Intersection of Blues and Soul. - Izo FitzRoy: Little Birdie
Features an incredibly expressive lead vocal, solid instrumental performances that flourish in the rich intersection between blues and jazz, and a ...
Jake Winstrom - Blue Eyes Dont Fail Me Now
This is folk-flavored Americana, fraught with fiddle, banjo, and a sexy duet.
Jake Gunter - Hollywood
For Gunter, every moment is a detail to take note of, and any emotion is fair game for musical discovery.
Jailbox - Bird Rib
A folk-inspired acoustic guitar along with a classic roots-band sound and some creative harmonies make this a bittersweet and lulling aural retrosp...
Jacob Jeffries - Weeds
Its a natural rebound song with a smile on its face. Maybe endings arent so bad after all.
Jacksonville Kid - Toein the Line
Its a party, a hangover, a surf sunset, and some head-banging. And the lyrics are truth.
Jackson Breit, Carneyval & Alex Ghenea - Dynamite
A dance-floor favorite for anyone that wants to shake it up to the sound of retro-funk.
Jackson Breit - That's So True (You Make My Dreams) (Gracie Abrams Cover)
Mixes hip-hop and funky pop in his own unique and exquisite way.
Jack The Fox - Here We Are
The slow build, the high-chest vocal power, the stylistic precision, together give the listener a small moment to pause, listen, and breathe.
Jack Symes - Cool God
Maybe the lesson is quite simple: remember to enjoy the little things; a cigarette in heaven, perhaps.
Jack Carty - Stargazer (V2)
Carty somehow mirrors the then-acoustic sound of The Freewheelin’ Bob Dylan, with generous verses and a feeling of absolute truth, just with a full...
JPson - Hope For Change
JPson is not the first to put together bass, drums, acoustic guitar in a way that feels both unforced and spiritual.
JP Ruggieri - The Meaning
This heartfelt recipe for shaking your moneymaker is sure to resonate with a broad folk-loving audience.
JEEN. - Any Moment
With a Hendrix-style alpha mojo, like she chops mountains with her hand, JEEN both oversimplifies and makes herself the centerpiece, which is the m...
JC Stewart - Bones
Just a young mans voice and 6 steel strings, making sense from the pain of heartbreak.
J.J. Leone - Silver Lining
This is a soul-blues affair riding that acoustic guitar all the way out like a Citizen Cope in bed with Sade.
Ivan Moult - Carried Over Water
It is a pure confession of beauty by weakness. The beautiful hangover; the pain of understanding that we are all flawed.
Italian DJ Drops Deep House Collaboration. - Simon Dekkers & Saint Cartel: Heartbreaking (ft. Norah B.)
Even when we find each other in a dark place, we must ask for help to get through it.
Israels Electronic Power Duo. - Introducing Lola Marsh: Shot Shot Cherry
A mix of electronic pop flourish and synthesizers combined with orchestral melodies that hint at throwback greats like Donna Summer and Sister Sledge.
Isak Thomas and The Stoop Boys - Old School Walk
From the electric guitar trill, to the molasses groove, to the smooth-as-silk bass line its a trip down some old road youve been missing.
Irreverent Indie Folk from Brooklyn. - Sister.: Internet Baby
Injects raw creativity into a simple moment of willful romantic subjugation, and the result is both visceral and unexpected.
Irresistible Indie Pop from the UK for Fans of The Cure. - Mumm-ra: Summer
Explores what would happen if The Cure and Franz Ferdinand decided to write an uptempo love song together.
Irrepressible Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - LoveLeo: Rosie (Music Video)
Connects a smoldering sense of style with a strong sense of humor and a playful sense of personal freedom.
Inviting Indie Pop from The Voice Season 14 Top 24 Finisher. - Alexa Cappelli: Can I Come Over?
Explores the mystery of love and attraction with an inviting blend of emotional honesty and melodic hooks, served over a bouncy electro-pop groove.
Inviting Folk Pop from Nashville. - Max Helgemo: Uncovered
A tonic bridge between hope and reality, with a warm vocal performance that combines an easy falsetto with hints of Americana and indie pop.
Inventive Roots Pop. - Sneaky Bones: Sore Eyes
A funky reminder that sometimes all you need to do is slow down.
Inventive Electro Pop from NYC and LA. - WHATEVER WE ARE: OLD CAR (Music Video)
With tons of new music and videos about to drop, 2020 is about to be a big year for this bicoastal music collective.
Introspective Lofi House from Sydney. - Harry Nathan: Im In Need feat. Angus1
Pinpoints the moment of realization that all things are possible at the same time that we acknowledge the gravity of past mistakes.
Introspective Indie Rock from Portland. - Les Gold: No Time
An introspective moment spent wondering where the line is between fantasy and memory as we make sense of our own complicated existence.
Introspective Indie Rock Synth Jam. - Listen to Nigel Wright: Overcast
A hummable track that joins the sombre world of indie soul-searching with a touch of electronic recreation.
Introspective Indie Pop from Berlin. - More Than Ruins: Black Lines
A promising debut from this German pop trio matches an elegant sense of introspection with the need for creative expression as a way of processing ...
Introspective Indie Folk Explores the Metaphysical. - Alastair Ottesen: Soul In Us
We mourn, together, the collective loss of a past that was both naive and precious.
Introspective Folk Duet. - Modern Monet: Hollywood
There are times when having someone to share the days with is simply everything.
Introspective Downtempo Explores the Mental Toll of Isolation. - Rookley: Obsidian
Offers a vulnerable moment of personal longing while exploring the unresolved need for human connection in a time of crisis.
Introspective Catharsis from LA-Based Grammy Winner. - Rich Jacques: Everything Must Change
A reminder that in life, change is the only constant.
Introspective Alt Pop from Seattle. - Kody Ryan: Stay
Offers an intimate look at the realities of existential solitude.
Introducing: Open Doors by Millie Evans (Music Video)
Millie explores the conversation between nostalgia and fear that so often emerges in times of change.
Introducing: Isabella Rosetta - 505
A smokey, mid-tempo burner with a sense of presence and timing that speaks to a bright future for this young, Albuquerque-born songwriter.
Introducing the Concept of Reverse Capitalism.
Liberals and conservatives alike, are intensely concerned with putting profit first. What would happen if we put it last?
Introducing The Noam Chomsky Music Project.
These maddening day-to-day contradictions between what the world needs and what is politically feasible all find plausible explanations in Chomskys...
Introducing The Falcon Program. - The End of America: Footsteps in the Dark (The Isley Brothers)
Joins a bustling folk-vibe with some delicious guitar-hooks and the reassurance that it is never too late to start going in the right direction.
Introducing Swedish Retro Pop Band Dina Ögon: Tombola 94
Somehow putting a Swedish stamp on the dance-friendly pop sound that feels as timeless as an obscure Motown b-side.
Introducing Shep Treasure: Ripoff
A unique and layered brew of drums, guitar, and bass, working together to infuse a wistful series of observations on the meaning life with a sense ...
Introducing Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners
Cryptic and visual, as well as informed by a sharp creativity.
Introducing Olive Louise: Moroccan Oranges
This vibrant yet poignant folk confessional touches on themes of inner strength and the importance of family.
Introducing Montreal Indie Collective The Franklin Electric: Rabbit Hole
Smart music that explores the generous space between indie folk and upbeat roots rock.
Introducing MTV Push FIRST Indie Pop Artist from Minnesota. - somegirlnamedanna: hello i am
Fights against listless broadcast media and the forces of cultural expectation with a unique sense of humor and a bottomless sense of hope.
Introducing Little Misty: Windmill (Live at the Treehouse Music Collective)
A cinematic and easy-flowing combination of delicate and beautiful vocal harmonies with acoustic guitar and other roots-based cornerstones like ban...
Introducing Ek & Horn x chloek: Always Known
Combines elements of retro pop with minimal electronic and a gorgeous vocal performance.
Introducing Ed Prosek: Man Overboard
Strikes a balance between chamber orchestration, intimate storytelling, and an organic production aesthetic.
Introducing CHILLFILTR 2.0
This is a true 2.0 rollout, in the sense that I have a full handle on what my tech needs are now, as well as a full handle on what the visual aesth...
Introducing Astara Black: New Green Desert
A sensual reconnection to authentic self and natural life energy through music.
Introducing - History Kids: Can You Save Me
The groove is deep and conjures images of red wine, yachts, and warm pacific breezes.
Intimate Indie Folk from Munich. - Henny Herz: Constant Flow
Leaving listeners with a positive and buoyant feeling, this fun, mid-tempo groove is perfect for an introspective afternoon.
Intimate Folk Pop from Los Angeles Tells Beautiful Story. - Abigail Fierce: Pitch Dark
This beautiful mid-tempo ballad was written about falling in love, in a coffee shop, during a thunderstorm.
Intimate Electro Pop from Toronto Newcomer. - Jess Benko: Worst Enemy
A mixture of indie rock with hints of synthpop that captures the frustration of fighting with yourself, in your own head, over everything.
Intimate & Anthemic Indie Rock from NYC. - Local Nomad: Getting Old is a Bitch
Combines a mid-tempo groove with rhythmic hooks on the electric guitar, analog synth tones, and a vocal performance that feels raw, intimate, and e...
International Musical Hybrid Group Drops Stunning New Record. - Gone Gone Beyond: Canyons (Official Music Video)
A voodoo lullaby with all the whimsy of Alan Watts and all the heart of Neil Young.
International Indietronica Collab. - Anoboi x Kif Kennedy: Hand On My Face
Walks the line between brooding, angst-driven melancholy and a sense of emotional intimacy.
International Chill House Collab. - Eternuit x Joey Busse: Back 2 Me
A tribute to light, and energy, and the invisible bonds that flow between us all.
Instrumental Indie Electro from Los Angeles. - MAYN: Analog Love in Fourteen Four
A laid-back confection of indie electro and blissful beats, perfect for a rare moment of introspection.
Instrumental Hip Hop. - imagiro: i woke up and i was happy
A personal invitation to enjoy the flavors of polyrhythm and instrumental hip hop, with a touch of morning optimism.
Instrumental Hip Hop from Ireland. - NOGYMX: Red Oceans
A beautiful moment in the rain listening to a jazz hook on acoustic piano, a melodic oriental koto, and a warm arrangement for strings.
Instrumental Electronic Music. - Shai-li Paldi: Symmetrical
Captures the moment of inspiration and spontaneity we get from being in the right place at the right time.
Instrumental Chamber Pop. - Introducing Rob Simonsen
A gorgeous combination of electronic minimalism and classical music composition.
Instrumental Acoustic Piano. - Henrik von Euler: F-dur
A tender visitation with the spiritual power of acoustic piano coupled with ambient electronica.
Instant Classic from Californias Latest Soul Sensation. - Khamari: Tell Me
Features a sticky, easygoing groove, a buttery bass line, and layers of Khamaris signature vocal presence: warm, intimate, and full of passion.
Instagram Hip Hop Star from the UK. - Tia Carys: Figure Me Out (Music Video)
Exposes a fearless need to explore the most vulnerable regions of her own heart, executed with a rare union of stylistic poise and killer instinct.
Inspiring Folk Pop from Colorado. - SHEL: Rainbow (Music Video)
A gorgeous music video explores the fragile beauty of personal connection, and illustrates the simple fact that compassion is as universal as the c...
Inspired Indie Rock from New York City. - JW Francis: Gold
Mixes a unique sonic palette with choppy rhythms and a poetic sense of optimism, while proving that raw inspiration will never go out of style.
Inspired Electronic Grooves from New Hampshire. - fiveighthirteen: early winter late day sun
With equal footing in the realms of jazz, electronica, indie rock, and ambient music, fiveighthirteen invents a moody and surprising world of swirl...
Inspired Electro Pop from Boise - Mdnite: Shot The Moon
This smooth combination of vintage synth tones with electronic beats delivers the promise of a bright future for this electro-pop duo.
Inspired Americana from Kerrville New Folk Winner. - John John Brown: Where the Good Buzz Goes
With a wistful and reverent look at the past, and an enduring natural groove, we encounter the shallow and restless trappings of a forgotten life.
Inspirational Hip Hop from Birmingham. - JusBadd: Above It All (Music Video)
An inspirational banger with a vintage feel and a welcome message of hope.
Insomniac Records Presents. - Westend x Eluera x Role-Models: Moderation (At Night)
Immediately engages the listener with a driving bass line, big hooks, and dynamic, mesmerizing drops.
Innovative Instrumental Jam from Paris. - Samoun: Chakchouka (Music Video)
An instrumental track that mixes elements of trip hop, contemporary jazz, and downtempo into a funky lo-fi jam.
Innovative Indietronica from Marian Hill Cofounder. - clear eyes: no place id rather be (featuring Reo Cragun)
Lyrics that shimmer with a brooding, inner disaffect are presented in waves of melodic rapture, blurring the lines between pleasure and pain.
Innovative Hip Hop from London. - Prime Sinister: Prime Time [Prod. Muckaniks] (music video)
Prime Sinister crafts songs in which words, lines, and verses are not only interconnected - but for the first time - symmetrical.
Innovative Electro Pop from Germany. - Hundreds: Body of Water (Lyric Video)
A rhythmic and wistful exploration of the synergy between personal introspection and the natural world.
Innovative Duo Hails from the Banks of North Carolina’s Eno River. - Violet Bell: Meet Me in the Garden
Lizzy Ross and Omar Ruiz-Lopez tap into a thread of untamable energy and natural magic that extends from a shared reverence for the traditions of r...
Innovative Dream Pop from Grand Jury. - dad sports: name & place
Captures a fleeting moment of appreciation with the hypnotic combination of electric guitar, softly-layered vocals, and nostalgic lyricism.
Infinite, We Are Not. - Franc Cinelli: Night Songs (vinyl review)
In art as in life, solitude always has the final word. When we give ourselves up to the unknown, we find something better than what was lost.
Infectious Indie Pop from Sydney. - Listen to I Know Leopard: Day 2 Day
A bouncy pop anthem for those of us that choose to lead the way through the unknown.
Infectious Indie Pop from Portland. - We Three: Machine (Music Video)
An infectious tribute to the pure heart in each of us that resists cultural conformity.
Infectious High Energy Indie Rock from the UK. - Sea Girls: Ready For More
A direct inspiration for anyone caught in the messy turbulence of a fast life, with a simple message: life is short, so have fun.
Infectious Dance-Pop Duo. - Listen to Gold Spectacles: Courtside
An energetic and playful dance-oriented single that captures the back-and-forth of a typical attraction.
Infectious Alt Pop Optimism from San Diego. - almost monday: parking lot view (Music Video)
This alt-pop banger leaves you with the feeling that life is too short for pessimism: where there is celebration, there is hope.
Infectious Acoustic Indie Pop from South Africa. - Matt Carstens: High
Matt Carstens is ready to take his chances on the rapture of an instant chemistry, with a bold and unapologetic commitment to living his life to th...
Industrial Futurepop. - Listen to EMM: Cali Boy
Giving a voice to all the girls that grew up with nothing to belong to, and nowhere to fit in.
Indie-Rock from Indiana. - Boyhood Bravery: Nests
A look at the balance between what we get out of life, and what we were willing to give up just to keep climbing.
Indie-Pop Darling. - Listen to Anna Shoemaker: Too High
The image and the persona that Shoemaker delivers is sumptuous, and the song shines as a stylistic reference to the casual, the throwaway, the kick...
Indie-Folk Powerhouse Birdtalker Is set to Release Their Self-Titled Follow Up to 2018s One.
Birdtalker blends a rediscovered sense of urgency with thoughtful lyrics and the kind of life experience that can only come from spending years on ...
Indie Soul-Pop from the UK. - Jordan Mackampa: Parachutes (music video)
Delivers a masterpiece of romantic deconstruction, as we confront the realization that sometimes we must jump without knowing where to land.
Indie Songwriter from Anchorage Records New Single in Brooklyn. - Medium Build: ALONE IN MY CAR
Examining the rollercoaster of emotional being through the lens of retro-kissed bedroom pop.
Indie Songwriter Records EP from his Paris Apartment. - Corentin Ollivier: Wandering Star (Portishead cover)
Mixes enigmatic imagery with a world-weary type of melancholy that will resonate deeply with anyone that has borne witness to the dark side of hum...
Indie Rockers from Sydney Return With Nostalgic new Single. - Josh Orange: Her Beautiful Ways
Let us never forget to cherish the company of friends and the luxury of physical connection.
Indie Rocker Faces Insecurity. - talker: Intimidated
A heavy rock payoff, and a simple lesson - some things you have to earn.
Indie Rock that Embodies the Living Soul of NYC. - Listen to Des Rocs: Mickey Mouse Club
Moves deftly from loud to quiet and raucous to intimate with the finesse of a surgeons blade.
Indie Rock from Utah. - Lantern By Sea: The Deep End
A love letter to the future, and a simple commitment to being stronger than the rising tide.
Indie Rock from San Francisco. - Fellow Vessel: A Sign
Because every time we meet someone gorgeous, we want it to mean something.
Indie Rock from Philadelphia. - Introducing Barney Cortez: New Age Nightmare
Reminds us that we have suddenly entered a new phase of human existence.
Indie Rock from London. - Carter Jnr: Holding On
A gentle and poignant look at the sacrifices we make in the name of love.
Indie Rock from Iowa. - yeardley: wedding preparations in the country
We follow the tumbling drum pocket through a tunnel of half-logic and casual observation - under the influence, and among friends.
Indie Rock from Copenhagen. - Jours: Trick
All you have to do is live, and try not to make the same mistake twice.
Indie Rock from Canada. - The Great Fuss: Route to Misery
This carnival-rock gem impresses the listener with equal parts youthful energy and sharp cynicism.
Indie Rock from Boston. - Listen to Covey: Gecko
We think we can choose what to love, when it is love that chooses us.
Indie Rock from Boston. - Dionysia: Capsize
A bouncy vibe about having fun with the ups and the downs. After all, there’s nothing wrong with getting a little bit wet.
Indie Rock from Australia. - Tia Gostelow: Get To It
A wistful look back at life, as we look for which memories are worth keeping.
Indie Rock for a Cloudy Day. - Casual Male: Laughter From The Beach
Joins the raucous energy of Wilco with the production aesthetic and accessibility of Mark Ronson.
Indie Rock for Fans of The Black Keys. - Alex Oaiza: Money
The steady pulse and a healthy dose of truth-telling transform this straight groove into a vital statement about life in a state of constant spin.
Indie Rock Zen. - Bardo Stars: Aum Namah Shivaya IV (Alans Tune)
Enjoy this super-chill meditation with smooth psychedelic guitar music featuring the voice of legendary Zen master Alan Watts.
Indie Rock Outlaws. - Bad Flamingo: Fire
A strong sense of mojo and a slinky groove elevate this sensual invocation of love.
Indie Rock Meets Blues in a Testament to Life on the Road. - I am Korny: Sleep Aint Paying My Dues
These are songs of itinerant spirituality, of voodoo blessings, and gritty timelessness.
Indie Rock Materialists. - Raised on TV: Smog City
A classic case of rock-and-rock materialism, with a side of escapism, and some youthful wisdom-of-the-prowl.
Indie Rock Legends. - Celebrating Bill Grahams 89th Birthday with Los Lobos.
The world loves their music because they have been playing it for more than 40 years, and because it reflects the cultural roots of who they are, a...
Indie Rock Icon. - Listen to Cathedrals: Jump In
Encourages you to go for it, no matter the cost, if the moment feels right.
Indie Rock Ballad from Maryland. - Suzy Callahan: Out there, somewhere
In a world of copycats and stylistic same-ism, Suzy Callahan is the real deal: unique, unforced, and timeless.
Indie Pop from Scotland. - Dancing On Tables: Stay (Music Video)
Dancing On Tables makes a statement about the danger of romantic codependence with a video that showcases the bands playful sense of humor.
Indie Pop from Poland FFO Mac DeMarco. - Luke Marzec: In a Haze, Getting Waved
What are we running from - and why is everyone so wasted?
Indie Pop from NYC. - Rén with the Mane: Fool For You
That moment you realize that freedom is just a few footsteps away.
Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - Listen to Grace Gaustad: Louder
An authentic and vulnerable voice for this generation of post-Millennials.
Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - Boh Doran: Magic
Boh Doran brings a bouncy groove and sense of purpose to that process of finding love, and creates an ode to the beauty of human chemistry.
Indie Pop from LA Celebrates Life. - Brokenheartsclubh: Slide In
We take a moment to appreciate that the best things in life are always right on time.
Indie Pop from Ireland Explores a Dangerous Love. - Picture This: Troublemaker (Lyric Video)
This upbeat, narrative toe-tapper is the perfect match for a dangerous love: it is daring, unapologetic, and impatient.
Indie Pop from Canada. - Neon Dreams: Life Without Fantasies
That sense of adventure that comes from being open to a life without expectation.
Indie Pop from Canada. - BAD CHILD: Desert Island Lover
This chorus will be stuck in your head, guaranteed.
Indie Pop from Canada. - Andrew Waines: Smell The Roses
A beautiful harmony served over a simple groove on the electric guitar, waxing romantic about the girl of his dreams.
Indie Pop from Australia FFO Lana Del Rey. - Evie Irie: Stupid Things (Music Video)
Makes a powerful demand for glorious, imperfect autonomy.
Indie Pop and Hip Hop from Nashville. - Dylan Rockoff: Bad Haircut (Music Video)
Joins a light sense of humor with a serious groove, and presents a satisfying hook for a worthy cause.
Indie Pop and Hip Hop Collab. - ANTH x Conor Maynard: Medicine
Lends a sense of raw honesty to the exploration of physical conflict between two deeply-connected individuals.
Indie Pop Soul from Toronto. - Listen to Chupapi: Love Song, Dear
Makes peace with the moment you realize that you have fallen in love.
Indie Pop Songwriter Moves to Nashville. - Introducing: AJ Smith - Cooler
Explores that moment of insecurity that goes hand in hand with every first date, when we are worried about saying the wrong thing and spoiling our ...
Indie Pop Songwriter Drops Another Shimmering Folk Gem. - Dekker: Back and Forth
Let us never forget to appreciate the relationships that make our lives whole.
Indie Pop Smash Explores the Joy of a Sudden Love Connection. - KiD RAiN: Say Yes (Music Video)
KiD RAiN showcases his undeniable talent for pop hooks, high energy, and positive thinking - as we explore the contagious joy of a sudden love conn...
Indie Pop Newcomer from UK. - Introducing Uncool Sam: Forgetting Me
This captivating anthem to the aftermath of a failed romance will leave you with an appreciation for human resiliency—we suffer, we learn from our ...
Indie Pop Jam from Southampton for Fans of James Blake. - Cat Marina: Ex Friends + Bad Endings (Music Video)
The perfect soundtrack for picking yourself up and turning life into the experience you want it to be.
Indie Pop FFO Moon Taxi. - Foxfire Run: Dear Mrs. Young
The moment, suspended in time, when a young love flowers into something more than just beautiful - it suddenly feels vital.
Indie Pop FFO Alicia Keys. - Estella Dawn: Easy To Fall
Dedicates a moment to the inexplicable loss of desire that can result from a process of growing apart while leaving plenty of room for a fresh start.
Indie Pop Collab from Arkansas and LA. - Ethan Patrick & TyC: I Wont Watch You Cry
Ethan Patrick is a young talent to keep an eye on, and TyC has proven to have a masters touch behind the boards.
Indie Pop Collab Explores the Temptation of Friendship w Benefits. - Moby Rich x Bishop Briggs: friends*
Anyone who has had to navigate the high-stakes tightrope between friendship and physical connection will find something to love about this track.
Indie Pop Catharsis of Unqualified Self Acceptance. - Anson Seabra: Trying My Best (Music Video)
Explores the symbolic exercise of speaking directly to our own anxious self with a voice of gentle acceptance.
Indie Pop Ballad Finds Hope in Sadness. - Sabel x Daniel Lerner x Reed Gaines: Eventually
This ode to nonchalance and emotional disconnection is perfect for anyone that finds sadness in surprising places.
Indie Pop Anthem to Romantic Love. - Bobby Crane x Jenny Chapin: I Love You Like La La La
Listeners to this rhythmic pop track will find in it what they were already looking for - for some, old love; for others the sparks of a new attrac...
Indie Pop Anthem FFO Bat for Lashes. - Listen to Sofi Gev: Shakedown
If you listen closely, you will hear the sound of an honest woman bravely confronting the forces of destiny.
Indie Pop & Personal Catharsis from Los Angeles. - Sarah Walk: Unravel
As this dynamic and cinematic pop track evolves from vulnerable to resolute, we experience the richness of true self-realization.
Indie Paragon from Australia Drops New Album. - Golden Vessel: sun+tide
This endearing combination of hooks and beats somehow finds the sweet spot between melancholy and emotional expression.
Indie Noise Rock from New Zealand. - Charcoal Burners: The Verlaines and Husker Du
We find catharsis in the flames of our burned-up memories.
Indie Music Roundup for February. - Spring is Almost Here.
Sure, Im late to the party, but this month Id like to talk a little bit about Boards of Canada.
Indie Folk from the UK FFO Alexi Murdoch. - Rainy: Still Here
An inviting call for emotional solidarity across all lines of division.
Indie Folk from Nashville. - Listen to Joel Levi: Wanna Be Somebody Else
The warm baritone vocal, the acoustic guitar, and the circular chord structure all contribute to a dream state in which we pine for the destiny we ...
Indie Folk for Americas Scrappiest Underdog. - Jaymison: Robert De Niro
The angry young actor from Taxi Driver who found the other side underpins a theme of scrappy stick-to-itiveness.
Indie Folk Songwriter Pays Respect to Lesotho. - Luke Beling: My African Dream
A fittingly beautiful and deeply resonant love letter to a corner of the world that is as unique as it is unspoiled by the hand of modern consumer...
Indie Folk Pop from Vancouver. - Sam Lynch: Darkest Places (Live Music Video)
Sam Lynch delivers her warm soprano on a bed of crunchy electric guitar with equal parts vintage elegance and folk-inspired, emotional honesty.
Indie Folk Pop from Toronto FFO Andrew Bird. - Andy Shauf: Try Again (music video)
Builds a compelling story, with a wry sense of narrative, out of characters that are filled with personality and humor.
Indie Folk Pop from Germany Provides Antidote for Toxic Masculinity. - Charlie Grant: Wide Open
At its core, Wide Open is about breaking free of old school ideas around what it means to be a man.
Indie Folk Pop Celebrates Life and Romantic Connection. - Cyrus Reynolds feat S. Carey: Foraker (Live Session)
S. Careys inviting vocal performance adds the final layer of melodic precision, and elevates this intimate labor-of-love into a celebration of life...
Indie Folk Gem for Fans of Cat Stevens. - Sonny Winnebago: Little Sun
An infectious, folk-inspired track that combines a wistful sense of nostalgia with strong pop melodies and a deliberative intimacy.
Indie Folk Artist Omen Moth Releases Psychedelic Debut Record Losing the Names.
After sharpening his songwriting and compositional skills in the Seattle area Kurt Schuler suddenly decamped for a scenic college town in the shado...
Indie Electro from the UK. - MindMassage: Indecisive
The result is an exploration of the luxury of choice, set against the push-pull dynamic of a seething romantic chemistry.
Indie Electro from Paris. - Equateur: Pélican
We are invited to sit back and enjoy the ride as we connect with the beautifully-animated imagery.
Indie Electro from Nottingham. - Introducing George Gretton: Weekdays
Explores the cyclical relationship between a busy schedule and the endless search for time to focus on the things that matter.
Indie Electro Soul Success Story. - Cautious Clay: Crowned (Music Video)
A slinky flow about materialism and that sense of needing people, and things, to belong to you.
Indie Americana from NYC. - Thin Lear: Death in a Field
A memorable and jazzy experience chasing the setting sun of life itself.
Indian American Electro Pop. - AIR APPARENT: Not Afraid (feat. Victoria Richard)
This bright pop-jam might just be what you needed to rediscover your personal strength.
Inara George - Libérame
Inara George has a voice that truly captivates. It feels sultry, personal, and alive.
In a Pandemic SAG-AFTRA Makes Health Coverage No Longer Viable for Most Members
Only 30k of the 160k members will qualify.
In Their Thousands - Acrasia
Theres that pulsing, laid-back vibe, on a bed of dry groove, with some very simple, almost mantric language.
In Support of The Outlaw Ocean Project. - Music by Monty Datta, Trinix, and 7apes
News outlets globally have pulled back from covering the oceans. Its simply too expensive, dangerous and time-consuming.
In Support of Personal Freedom. - Pussy Riot x Vic Mensa x Junglepussy: Hangerz
Pussy Riot represents the power of collective action, and is at the forefront of a worldwide movement that uses popular music to speak truth to power.
In Search of Organic Discovery. - Bringing Listeners Together with Music that Moves Them.
If you want to hand-off the process of marketing yourself because it feels like a hard problem to solve - not because you have too much success, bu...
In Memoriam Bjorn Tidics
He loved a good Western, his dog Sophie, Fettuccine Alfredo, and frequent trips to the candy store. He will be missed, very much.
In Defense of Men Who Wear Clogs
For a whole day spent on your feet, there is almost no other choice.
In Ashland, Oregon, the Local Businesses Come and Go
Kids were excited, lots of parents got dressed up, and the streets were buzzing with talk of Hufflepuffs and games of Quidditch.
Impulsiveness. - Or, the Audacity of Being Nothing.
From the wake of distress and self-deprecation emerges a peculiar treasure: spiritual nudity.
Impressive UK Folk Debut. - Listen to Burying Giants: Stormy Seas
Expands the boundaries of a folk and pop crossover by mixing a subtle jazz sensibility with the passionate, visceral sensibility of classic roots m...
Impressive Soul Pop Debut from Nashville. - Listen to Sam Sherrod: Goodbye
A dream-state groove that will feel familiar to fans of The Weeknd, Maroon 5, and Leon Bridges.
Impressive Folk Pop Debut from Norway. - Introducing Jesper Hasnaoui: Twenty Eight Year Slumber
With songs that feel deliciously suspended between chamber pop and roots-adjacent folk, this 12-track opus deserves to be listened to in its entirety.
Impressive Electronic Debut from Argentinian Multi Instrumentalist. - 808g: glOw
Delivers a captivating and dynamic experience that lifts electro pop into a cerebral dream-state, bringing electronic drums together with rap, laye...
Impressive Debut from Oakland Songwriter. - Mikayla McVey feat. Twain: On Naming
A luscious gem of acoustic folk pop that explores the contradiction inherent in our own being.
Immersive Chamber Pop from Stockholm. - Winona Oak: Another Story (Music Video)
Whispered vocal tones and a theatrical vibrato with orchestral elements, served over a bed of simmering electronic beats.
Imaginative & Experimental Indie Rock from the UK. - TTRRUUCES: TTRUUCES (Music Video)
Extends the story of Sadie and Syd as a metaphor for coming-of-age in the modern attention economy, and presents an irresistible mix of boomy drums...
Illuminating Hip Hop Explores a World of Compromises. - Brian Fender x TxTHEWAY: Running Outta Time
An intimate and illuminating narrative about what it takes to find inspiration in a world that chooses not to see the best in you.
Illuminate the Sky
Is it enough to taste the salt of the ocean Like some love poem From across the world?
If You Like Lana Del Rey Youll Love PHIE: Rage
A sultry stew of emotions, memories, and self-incriminations.
If You Like Greta Van Fleet Youll Love Little Triggers: So Fine
The anthem you need to get gussied-up and fall in love again.
If You Like Big Thief, Youll Love Hand Habits: can’t calm down
Hand Habits will sooth you into a paradox of pain and pleasure.
Idaho Country Roots Legend. - Pinto Bennett: I Like Singin the Blues in a Honky Tonk Song (music video)
Rings true as a testament to the roots music that Bennett has made all his life: not too complicated, full of heart, and gritty as hell.
Iconic Theme from Lonesome Dove Gets New Wings for 30th Anniversary
An entire generation fell in love with this character drama from director Simon Wincer.
Icelandic instrumentalists. - Hugar: Ró
Elevates the ambient sound of wood-creaking as a counterpoint to the sparse melody.
Icelandic Singer and Storyteller Explores his Native Roots. - Svavar Knutur: November
A sweeping and dynamic example of chamber pop that extends the genres of folk and indie rock into an engaging narrative canvas.
Icelandic Pop and Rap Prodigy Gets Ready to Drop New Album. - Ouse: trouble / tonight
Serves as a reminder that real emotion and honest lyrics will always find a way to connect with an audience.
INK. - Fever
Singer-guitarist Todd Dorigo and bassist Dougie Poynter have put together a dance-rock sound that feels like the club band in a spy thriller. Were ...
Hypnotic Electro Pop from Houston. - Zachary Knowles: ghost (Music Video)
Knowles adds a hypnotic lead vocal to the enduring image of being glued to your phone, waiting for a message that isnt coming.
Hudson Valley Dream Pop Luminaries Return from 6 Year Hiatus. - Battle Ave: My Year With The Wizard
How deeply are we to blame for the ruthless machinations of destiny?
How Wildfires and Covid Changed Our Lives Completely.
This one is written as a testimony to the power of family and personal conviction. Weve given up a lot to get here, but weve gotten so much back in...
How I Achieved Silver Status on Audius. — Buying Crypto is Not for the Faint of Heart.
As it turns out, buying crypto is hard in the United States. Its even harder in New York. Read on for a step-by-step guide to adding $AUDIO coins t...
How Great Were the Robins - Rewind
The voice and temperament of a proud individualist, with an omniscient eye and the heart of a poet.
House of Wolves - Flight
The plain sound of the acoustic guitar and the occasional fretted-string buzz stand together as a testament to the authenticity of the moment.
Hot Preview - Listen to Golden Vessel: pockets full of rocks (feat. Mallrat & Emerson Leif)
Aussie pop phenom shares a preview from his new album everythingeverydayeverything which drops in June.
Hot Indie Pop from Boston. - Sleeping Lion: Good
An eclectic sense of sound design, coupled with a confessional style of vocal delivery, creates a deeply personal moment of visceral experience.
Hot Dance Pop from Scotland. - Panuma, Tokyo Project, EMIAH: Siren
A gorgeous combination of energy and flirty compulsion, with a sticky, danceable hook.
Hooky Synth Pop. - Qinn: Echo
The dance-friendly pocket pairs well with themes of electro-pop and a dazzling vocal harmony.
Hooky Synth Pop from Nashville. - Kenna: Static
Mixes hints of indie pop and synthwave into a rhythmic celebration of inner strength.
Hooky Electro Pop from Sweden. - Tove Lo: Sweettalk My Heart (Live Performance)
In love as in life, sometimes you have to fake it until you make it.
Honeytrap Soul-Pop. - Listen to Macey Estes: Call It Fate
The laid-back soul-pop jam that wants to help you find the love you deserve.
Hollywood Songwriter Pens Theme for Sony Blockbuster Fantasy Island. - Jared Lee: Dont Wish Your Life Away (Music Video)
Life is like an ocean - sometimes it feels good to just close your eyes and jump in.
Hollow Coves - When We Were Young
A unique language of the soul, written with heartbreak and redemption, and a sort of wisdom that is grateful for all of the little things.
Hollow Coves - Ran Away
And the voices, everywhere, but its just a melody; this song is a gang of ghosts, kicking up air in unison.
Hollis Peach - Yukon River
Hollis Peach is a local treasure of the Rogue Valley: they follow a method-style roots fanaticism as is the fashion out here among the southern Ore...
Hoang x Danny Olson - Already Gone
Impeccably, Rosie Darling reminds us of how hard it is to let go of the people we love the most.
Hip Hop from Ohio. - Big Head Bandz: Just Another Day
Elevates the beauty and the infinite presence of femininity as the root-and-flower of existence.
Hip Hop Meets Alt Pop in Southern California. - Introducing poam: kites
You could just call their music a funky mashup of hip-hop and electronic alt pop and you wouldnt be too far from the truth.
Hip Hop Collab Breathes New Life into 80s Classic from John Carpenter. - Deca & Neon Brown: Zick? (Music Video)
Captures, perfectly, the moment when human consciousness discovers itself, and begins to understand the battle it is losing against the narcissisti...
Hip Hop As Therapy. - Fienyx: Just Us
Art is more vital now than ever to the process of turning hurt into healing.
Himmat Singh - Mera Yaar
Dreamy beats and a melody that feels like a thread winding itself directly to the center of your heart
High Vibe Records Artist Drops New Track. - Catch the Rise: Soda and Lime
A sumptuous instrumental track that mixes elements of chillwave and indietronica, delivering a fun journey through some fresh musical territory fo...
High Vibe Records Artist Drops New Downtempo & Indie Pop Hybrid. - Kumali: Run
Leads with beautiful melody alongside a dreamy keyboard hook and quickly develops into a dynamic interplay between syncopated vocal drops and energ...
High Style and Casual Luxury from Swedish Pop Collab. - Pawl x Discrete: Type Like That
Brings to mind a late-night dance floor, intimate vibes, and expensive champagne.
High Energy Soul and Funk from Louisiana. - Niki J Crawford: Ride the Wave
Delivers a message of hope for humanity: we can get through anything, as long as we have faith.
High Energy Indie Rock from Paris. - Mad Trip: Give Me A Try
Paves the way for the ascendancy of Mad Trips infectious energy over the local rock scene in Paris and beyond.
High Energy Dream Pop Debut from the American Midwest. - Karate, Guns & Tanning: Graffiti Children
The unapologetic, post-punk, industrial sonic exorcism that you didnt know you needed.
High Energy Country Rock. - Jerry Jacobs: Kinda Carolina
A high-energy anthem for the country girl in your life that feels like home.
High Energy Alt Rock from Upstate NY. - Jocelyn & Chris: Run Away
These two analog souls are here to remind you that its never too late to turn the volume to 11.
HiRSH - The Well
The art of it, and the inspiration, lie within the precision and timing of the finished product, the exquisite crescendo of an epic arrangement and...
Hey Whatcha Been Listening To?
A list of the artists that have continued to be on my radar over the last few years.
Hers - Under Wraps
Beneath it all, the clean and natural sound of an acoustic drum set shines through, and the warmth of the bass and kick drum are enough to keep you...
Hendrix Harris - BANKWRAPPED (Prod by G E N I U S)
You better drop some woofers in your trunk, son. Strap yourself in and spark it up.
Hells Itch. - My Worst Day in Recent Memory.
You wont read much online about it, but hells itch is no joke. Youll want to rip the skin off your body, just to make it stop.
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Hello Heartland - Annie
Annie pays homage to the untold stories of young love in the early 20th century, and the complications from that invisible history.
Heartfelt Indie Pop from Sweden. - Hazlett: Monsters
From his home at the top of the world, Hazlett delivers another stirring exploration of social mores, and the price we pay for self-discovery in an...
Heartfelt Hip Hop from Los Angeles. - Dax: BLACK LIVES MATTER (Music Video)
Spread love, show love, lets get rid of this curse. Dont wait for anyone to act man, you go first.
Heartfelt Canadian Americana. - Listen to Geneviève Racette: Northern Star
This gorgeous Americana-inspired track might help you feel a little bit closer to someone you have lost.
Heartfelt Americana from Ohio. - Shannon Clark & the Sugar: Carry Me
The raw emotion of Shannons vocal delivery exposes the bittersweet beauty of his lyrics, and might just have you hugging your loved-ones a little b...
Heartfelt Acoustic Folk from Hawaii. - Dayan Kai: Giving My Time Away
Showcases an effortless musicality and explores the enduring search for emotional truth.
Heartbroken Indie Pop from NYC. -Jenny Kern: Now We Know
Unpacks a sensitive moment with a disarming and honest humility, as Jenny Kern speaks the language of heartbreak with rare artistic poise.
Heartbroken Atlantic Records Artist Takes the High Road. - Watch the Video for Jasmine Thompson: happy for you
Somehow Jasmines effortless vocal ability and light-as-a-feather melodic touch is enough to offer an emotional refuge from the scourge of lonely in...
Heart Heavy Folk Pop from Leeds. - Jake Whiskin: Cold Morning
Jake explores the untimely loss of his father with an emotional poise and high level of songcraft that is uncommon for such a young artist.
Heart Happy Alt Folk from Perth. - Riley Pearce: Bottle It Up (feat Greta Stanley)
Captures the joy and effortlessness of early attraction with alternating lead vocals, a bouncy acoustic guitar, and a lyrical theme that puts trust...
Hazy Dream Pop from Ontario. - Jaguar Sun: Those Days
Represents that last moment of allowing ourselves to bask in the fuzzy warmth of old love.
Hayes Peebles - Ill Be Fine
Ill Be Fine gives you the countrified tools you need to live a contented life.
HaydenGoSeek - Handmade
Delivers a satisfying emotional journey, while also hinting at many potential moments of self-reflection.
Haunting Roots Pop for Fans of Adrianne Lenker. - Vikki Gilmore: Doubt of My Mind
A haunting roots-pop confection that offers a brooding moment of simple beauty.
Haunting Indie Folk from Scotland Heals Trauma with the Power of Music. - Constant Follower: Set Aside Some Time (Music Video)
What we love today, may be gone tomorrow. Yet, the heart persists.
Haunting Indie Folk from Goldsmiths University Graduate. - Lila Tristram: Our Friends
It is both terrible and intoxicating to know that we are truly alone.
Haunting Folk Pop from Los Angeles Debuts on ABCs Station 19. - Arch Leaves: Bloom
Blending folk-style acoustic guitar with sparse notes on the acoustic piano and a wistful message of human connection.
Haunting Folk Pop from Canada. - Introducing Flower Face: Back To You
Flower Face crafts a unique musical testimony that is dressed in longing, sadness, and gorgeous orchestral embellishment.
Haunting Ambient Music from Sweden. - LEHNBERG x Slim Vic: Du Berättade för Mig
Mixes a haunting sense of melody with swirling, atmospheric sounds, electric piano, and vintage synthesizers.
Hattie Briggs - Say Goodbye
Its a savory mix of effortless songbird vocals, some deep production design, and the effervescence of a poets heart served over jazz chords.
Harville - SPILL
This sounds to me like a chorus from a Kid Rock song with funk vocals from JJ Grey. Its a party, plain and simple, with lots of beer and octave ped...
Harvie June - Hourglass
A dreamy number about bridging the gap between adult reality and youthful aspiration.
Harvey Brittain - my heart keeps score
Vocals that are dripping with emotion, and a nostalgic pop sensibility as the grounding element.
Hartford Songwriter Releases New Single. - Jake Huffman: Martyr
Written, recorded and produced at the world renowned PowerStation New England Studio.
Harlequin Gold - Youth
With a strong sense of melody and some poetry of everyday life, Harlequin Gold gives us a sense of what it feels like to be young right now.
Hard-Hitting Dance Pop from Australia. - Vera Blue: Lie To Me
Combines live drums with deep electronic groove-making, and leverages a sizzling synth-bass as foundation for Paveys extraordinary vocal capacity.
Hard Rock and Hip Hop Mashup Featured in Fortnite Chapter 2. - Konata Small: Ruckus
Ruckus has quickly catapulted Konata Small into the musical stratosphere, with gamers and sports-fans alike getting instantly hooked on this high-o...
Happy New Year from CHILLFILTR.
Some notes about submissions, what we are looking for, and how to make your precious work stand out.
Handsome Naked - Found Ca$h ft. Wessie
Comedy-rappers Handsome Naked reference a host of rap and hip-hop influences, keep the mood light, and offer up a backdrop of Chicago by day.
Handmade Moments - Where Do You Find The Time
This is a summer afternoon porch jam. Its a beautiful mix of double bass, a sweet duet harmony, slide guitar and some flat-picking.
Halifax Indie Pop Newcomer and Dance to the Radio Recording Artist ELLUR Drops Second Single from Moments EP.
Serves as a worthy soundtrack to that late-night energy that can lead the best of us down a path of ill intent.
Halcyon Drive - Silver Ray
Those clean electric strums do not prepare you for that stick-heavy drum thing; and that does not prepare for the hook.
Guster - Hard Times (Acoustic)
Put on display like this, and accompanied by the simple folk guitar, it feels easy enough to admit the truth of it.
Gus Thompson - Empty Handed
An eclectic vibe that brings together elements of chamber pop, folktronica, and straight roots.
Gulf Stream Riders - Not That Someone
This is modern country radio fare; the infamous summer happy fun song.
Guitar Driven Rock and Folk from the Streets of Brooklyn. - Skinny Dippers: Night To Day
A soundtrack for the moment we become one with the city—relinquishing control of our heart and mind to the forces of love and destiny.
Guitar Chords for Krister Axel Indie Rock Classic: Georgia Rain
I set out in the morning and shes watching over me
Groundbreaking Indie Folk from Toronto. - Abigail Lapell: Down By The Water (Music Video)
Alongside an enduring reverence for the sound of Appalachian folk music, Abigail Lapell lays out a truly unique blueprint for modern folk-inspired ...
Groovy Soul Pop from Orlando and Berlin. - The Lovelines: Make Believe
A vibe that is distinct and passionate, with equal servings of slick groove and hummable melody for fans of stylish retro pop.
Groovy Retro Soul from Philadelphia. - Melvin Darrell x Samryebread: Grease Fire
As we prepare for the lazy days summer, this ode to personal zen strikes the perfect tone for an afternoon jam.
Groovy Electro Pop from Germany. - Alice Merton: Easy
Combines honest emotion and electro-pop grooviness with the story of a relationship that never was.
Groovy Electro Jams for Fans of Shallou. - Kaption: Emotional
Explores the juxtaposition of heartbreak with a search for deliverance, and lays down a groove that borrows equally from Shallou and Wingtip.
Groove Oriented Alt Pop from Germany. - Angela Aux: Devil Limbo
Goes down easy with swirling layers of analog warmth, an ever-present electric guitar, and a muscular bass line.
Gritty Indie Rock from Brooklyn Explores Broken Relationship. - Between Giants: Sunset Cigarette
Are we destined to lust after each other at the same time that we hate ourselves?
Gritty Indie Folk for Fans of Iron & Wine. - The Real Billy Keane: Never Give Up
A beautiful and bittersweet song, inspired by and released under quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic.
Gritty Hip Hop and Indie Pop from Fort Myers. - BabyJake: Confidant
An indie-pop groove builds into a personal conversation about walking away from a relationship once the line of propriety has been crossed.
Gritty Electro Pop from NYC. - Marian Hill: eat u alive
An understated layer of polished groove simmers behind the prominent saxophone melody, leaving us enamored from start to finish.
Gritty Alt Pop from Vancouver. - Listen to daysormay: Everything Is Changing
These Vancouver-based indie-pop pioneers are carving out a unique space in modern alternative music and they have the online fanship to prove it.
Gritty Alt Pop from Dallas. - Alex Oaiza: Out of My Mind
Delivers a timely message of hard-nosed resilience in the face of adversity, and leaves a blueprint for pushing through hard times.
Gretchens Wheel - The Maze
A warm mid-tempo romp with shades of mono synth and a sparse, well-poised melodic narrative.
Great Peacock - Begging To Stay
A sweet duet and a nasty Nashville guitar along with a boomy classic rock drum set gives hints of My Morning Jacket.
Grayson Erhard - Tell Me No
Tell Me No is an easygoing, open-ended attempt at bridging the communication gap between two would-be lovers.
Gratifying Folk Pop from Naples. - An Early Bird: Fishes in the Ocean
Delivers a gratifying retrospective that is rooted in the folk traditions of emotional intimacy and profound yearning.
Grandbrothers - We Collide
Together they create mesmerizing soundscapes with a seething internal rhythm.
Grand Pine - Feel Alone
Solitude is not loneliness; we always have our own self - for comfort, and forgiveness.
Grammy Winner Pays Intimate Tribute to the California Coast. - Rich Jacques: Montecito
Whichever aspect of Rich Jacques work you are familiar with, this latest creation is like little you have heard him do before.
Grace Gillespie - Lady Make Believe
The falsetto vocal here seems to pour just a little sleep-dust over every one of those lifts, creating a sort of dream-sequence and a chance for th...
Gospel Hip-Hop. - Sir the Baptist: Showing Off
Demonstrates an inclusive sense of community and a pureness of expression that is both rich and inviting.
Gorgeous Orchestral Pop from the UK. - NATA: Chocolate and Red Wine
Highlights the subjects of vulnerability, love, and homesickness from a core aesthetic grounded in classical-music training, and an abiding love of...
Gorgeous Instrumental. - a. harlana: the thunderings are nearly through
Do we move towards the light, or away from the darkness?
Gorgeous Indie Electronica Pairs 808s with Ukulele. - Max Fry: Take It Slow
Infectious indie-pop with a big dose of nostalgic down-tempo beats.
Gorgeous Folk Pop from Newcastle. - Miller Roberts: Voice in My Head
Glides away from the downward spiral of self-doubt, and into the warm light of creative affirmation.
Gorgeous Folk Pop from Germany for Fans of Alexi Murdoch. - Marla Hansen: One Steps Up
An ambitious, folk-wise confection that sparkles with the confidence of an artist who is ready to explore a new sense of artistic freedom.
Gorgeous Folk Pop Preview. - Virens: Stitch Me Back Up
A signature that is both eclectic and slightly mysterious, marrying subtle shifts in timing and inflection with a laid-back groove and the simple c...
Gorgeous Duet. - Jeremy Zucker and Chelsea Cutler: you were good to me
Kindness is everything, and love is worth fighting for.
Gorgeous Chamber Pop from Vancouver. - Sam Lynch: Good Year
This mournful, yet gorgeous ballad mixes dynamic swells with a vocal presence that is both hopeful and resolute.
Gorgeous Chamber Pop from Kansas City. - Atomic Blonde: Kansas City Sunset
Draws from the metaphor of natural phenomena as a reflection of humanity to make a powerful statement about the infinite power of the mind to heal ...
Gorgeous Chamber Pop Explores the Divine. - Lydia Luce: Maybe in Time
Layers of acoustic guitar, delicate orchestral arrangement, and acoustic piano highlight the musicality and enduring beauty of Luce’s sparkling vo...
Gorgeous Chamber Pop Ditty from SoCal. - A.Roc Beta: Right Now
Los Angeles-based performer and composer Angel Roché Jr. returns with a Folk-inspired reminder to take life day by day.
Gorgeous Alt Folk from Switzerland. - Mary Middlefield: Band Aid
A wistful exploration of what could have been, and what is left after.
Gorgeous Alt Folk from Brighton for Fans of Sufjan Stevens. - Night House: Blackberry Wood
Explores personal hardship and the fleeting moment of clarity that is often found at the heart of crisis.
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Goofy Love Song from Iowa Spoken Word Artist. - Naethan Apollo: To You, From Me
Provides a fun, modern context for the same inspiration that once fueled classic sonnets from the likes of Shakespeare and Lord Byron.
Goodnight House - Aberdeen
A beautifully-produced nod to both the lyrical wistfulness of an Elliott Smith and the juicy tube-sound of a band like Wilco.
Gon von Zola - LDN LPZ
LDN LPZ is a lively and introspective look at personal routine and modern life, with a cynical eye and a punk flair.
Gold Spectacles - Together for Christmas
We may mourn the loss of a loved one at the same time that we celebrate the memory of a life well lived.
Gold Spectacles - Man or Machine
A fun exploration of the space between electronic Pop & indie rock.
Glitchy Alternative Electronic Pop from Austin Texas. - Vivid Fever Dreams: Twenty Five
A worthy anthem to the unfortunate phenomenon of coming to terms with the slow collapse of society.
Ghosts Of Social Networks - Are You Still Dreaming?
A soaring high baritone and an elegant production sense bring together different textures like a Leslie, some extended delay effects, and a room-so...
Ghost of Belle Starr - We Return To Places We Have Never Seen
The lead vocal and the melody are perfect for each other. Theres something unctuous yet understated about this vocal delivery.
Get Some. - Soulé: Love Tonight
Working its way into your heart with an effervescent groove and a simple message of adoration.
Gertie Fox: Do You Wonder
A testament to the power of music: to bring people together, and to create adventure. Lost in Time looks to be anything but that: a moment not lost...
German Lofi Beats Just in Time for Summer. - Sbeady x LOKY: Tasty Summer
Sbeadys unique outlook and thirst for new adventure is apparent on this dreamy mix of jazzy saxophone riffs, understated piano melody, and infectio...
German Composer Drops New Downtempo Opus. - Thomas Lemmer: Ambient Nights
This album is perfect for a yoga session, a morning of spiritual serenity, or just curling up on the couch with your favorite book.
German Ambient Music Explores Lifes Beauty. - AK: Floating into Space
Combining arpeggiated synthesizers with Balearic elements of groove, AK delivers a melodic experience of pure introspection and mindful appreciat...
Georgia Greene - Lonely for You
Using a lazy acoustic guitar and the voice of Rickie Lee Jones, Georgia Greene will have you slow-dancing with the one you love.
Genovese Sound Designer Splits Time Between London and Barcelona. - Daniele Carmosino: Water Drops
The musical landscape provided here offers a quick outline of Carmosinos impressive aesthetic range—matching a simmering percussive groove with ar...
Garage Rock Meets Electronic Pop in Los Angeles - LUC: Extraverdant
Equal doses of cold realism and emotional inspiration, moulded into an unforgettable groove.
Galen Crew - Puzzle
Galen Crew discusses being ‘assembled’, and takes a look at the energy he dispenses in the process of evaluating the individual components of a lif...
Galactic - Cant You Believe
Theryl ‘Houseman’ DeClouet: his inflected and gritty tenor will always be synonymous with soul and should be remembered in the same breath as his b...
Gabriella Rose - Welcome To The Dollhouse
The trap here is the stringent and puritanical hand of social construct, the hidden directives that collectively equate to a lack of choice.
Gabriel Black and Sofi de la Torre - Jump
Jump is not just a reanimation of some golden era of genre synthesis, it feels like the voice at every house party. It is the first premise of yout...
GROVES - Dimes
the verse is all about the bass line, we get some single-note funk guitar coming in for the chorus and that vocal melody is everything.
Futuristic Bedroom Pop from San Diego. - Postcard Boy: Company (Music Video)
A window into the future as technology continues to play a vital role in bridging the gap between individuality and collective experience.
Future Pop from Denmark - Ea Kaya: Cruel To Be Kind
If honesty is the stuff of true friendship, Ea Kaya is a friend to us all.
Future Indie FFO Sofi Tukker. - Limón Limón: Differently
Just in time for your next summer jam, this song is about the appreciation we feel for love when weve gone without it for too long.
Funky Roots Rock from Canada. - Listen to Running Red Lights: Salt
The arrangement is smart and effective, with a hook that works equally well as a broken-down gospel stomp and an orchestral machination.
Funky House Grooves from China for Fans of Disclosure. - TSUNANO: Educational (Music Video)
This infectious track will have you hitting replay with hints of jazz-chord voicing, deep dance beats, and a bubbling synth bass.
Funky Fresh Party Pop from Estonia. - Daniel Levi: Jasmine
Sometimes it is worth looking back and celebrating how far youve come, and what sort of a person you turned out to be.
Funky Disco Soul from Nashville. - The Brook & The Bluff: Everything Is Just A Mess
The majesty and simplicity of this disco-leaning jazz croon crystallizes the last refuge of a love ignored: see me, or set me free.
Funk and Electro Combined FFO Alle Farben. - Leonard: Pull Me Closer
When the guitar guitar solo finally arrives, we are treated to a succinct and jazz-flavored study in effortless musicianship.
Funk Flavored Indie Grooves from the UK. - Little Brother Eli: Giving You Up (Music Video)
Vocalist Alex Grew creates an energy all his own with a musical aesthetic that takes inspiration from Jack White, Vulfpeck, and Stevie Wonder.
Fullerton Collective Delivers Refreshing Mix of Prog Rock and Electronic Pop. - Listen to The Mercy Stone: Unlocked
A unique and gifted musical collective that brings together elements of prog rock and electronic pop with cerebral compositions and a timeless aest...
Fullee Love - Deney Terrio
Fullee Love channels his inner Morris Day on this pop number steeped in the decadent groove-making of 1980’s funk.
From The Bogs Of Aughiska - The Devil Is An Irish Man
Just because we can’t see the darkness doesn’t mean it isn’t there.
Friends At The Falls - Streetlight Kids
Whatever the thing is theyre making, theyve mastered the recipe.
Friday Night Reggaeton Jam from DC. - ARIA: Reckless
This YOLO anthem is your new favorite soundtrack for causing trouble with your crew.
Freyr Flodgren - Over My Head
It is a dream out loud, and a personal meditation that will stay with you, bringing a simple message of peace and acceptance.
Fresh Rock and Roll from Toronto. - Introducing Propter Hawk: Telephone
Take a splash of Humble Pie, a spoonful of Janis Joplin, throw in the diverse talents of a seasoned band, and the songs just write themselves.
Fresh Rhymes from West London FFO Kendrick Lamar. - GR3YWXLF: Jaegar
Fresh, unexpected, and full of interesting details about life as a hardworking performer in the cold city.
Fresh Pop from NYC. - Introducing Jordan Mitchell: Too Old to Go Out
A fitting anthem for that irrepressible urge to just bring home a six pack and find something on Netflix.
Fresh Pop Fusion. - The Mercy Stone: Cant Think (Gave It Away, Pt. 1)
This gorgeous mid-tempo introspection splits the difference between groove and stillness.
Fresh Indie Rock. - Run River North: Rearview
A bouncy reminiscence about the childhood love that got away. --- photo credit: Stephen Yonsik Lee
Fresh Indie Pop from the Pacific Northwest. - BLAZAR: Better
BLAZAR consistently delivers pop magic that lives on the border between electronic, retro-synth, and commercial pop sensibilities.
Fresh Indie Pop from Warner Music. - Cavetown: Home
A blueprint for tuneful self-deprecation that yields a wistful sense of happiness.
Fresh Indie Pop from Sweden for Fans of Vance Joy. - Aron Blom: Water
Explores the middle-stage conflicts of a developing romance, as the dust settles and the real work starts to happen.
Fresh Indie Pop from Songwriter to the Stars. - The Sunshine State: Things Changed
Sometimes, the worst thing that can happen is nothing.
Fresh Indie Pop from Nashville. - Charlotte Sands: Alright
Channeling a fizzy, hook-filled pop sound for an ever-growing audience of Gen Z-ers (and beyond) who are plagued by these same feelings of angst, a...
Fresh Indie Pop from Melbourne. - Harrison Storm: Falling Down
Assembles a visual metaphor for the loss of control to which we all must yield in matters of the heart.
Fresh Indie Pop from Australia. - Savagery: Laughter
An effervescent sound that will line up perspicuously for fans of Alvvays and Phoenix.
Fresh Indie Folk-Pop from Amsterdam. - Lewin: Dont You Dare (premiere)
A refreshing mix of emotional authenticity and beautiful folk-pop songcraft.
Fresh IDM from Vancouver. - Listen to Cloud Opacity: Bring to Front
Showcases a mastery of the nexus between sampled percussion and warm, arpeggiated synth tones.
Fresh Groove FFO Fela Kuti. - Kay Slice: Yessika
Kay slice continues to breathe new life into the unique and soulful hip-hop that has made him a household name in his native Rotterdam.
Fresh Folk-Pop. - Matthew Pinder: Give Me Some Time
Exploring the vast range of human connections that lie at the heart of both life and music.
Fresh Electronic Dance Pop. - TRIXXIE: Stuck On You
Carries a DIY message of self-expression to Trixxies growing fan-base, as this dance-friendly pop track is sure to get under your skin.
Fresh Dream Pop from NY. - Listen to Laveda: Dream. Sleep.
Shoegaze informing a synth-pop exploration of the unconscious world.
Fresh Disco and Funk from Los Angeles. - LUXXURY: Set Me Free (Song for a Person Walking Away)
This infectious and dance-friendly title track evokes the idea of strutting into the distance towards a better future, while we leave our troubles ...
Fresh Dance Pop from American Idol Alumna. - Gianna Isabella: Feel the Same
Showcases a talent for melody and upbeat dance-pop vibes in a way that might remind you of Ariana Grande.
Fresh Cloud Hop from Auckland. - Riverside: Daydream
Pinpoints the moment when we become lost in our own sense of imagination - a place of pure excitement, and unfettered optimism.
Fresh Analog Synthpop from NYC. - Parlour Magic: Phantom West
Mixing elements of personal confession, social alienation, and urban voodoo, Parlour Magic presents a fully-formed catharsis of creative expression...
French Duo Combines Folk Pop with Art Rock. - Black Lilys: Invisible Strings
Invites you on a deep and introspective voyage through waves of rumbling percussion, energetic vocals, and a controlled chaos of plucky acoustic ...
French Composer Returns from Hiatus with Spectacular New Offering. - Kwoon: KING OF SEA
Punch your ticket for this dreamy voyage towards the forgotten wreckage of a Britannic mariner lost at sea.
Freddy & Francine - Half A Mind
Its a soul-pop summer hit with the classic trappings of a roots track: clean pentatonic riffs on the guitar, big harmonies, and a singalong chorus.
Francesca Everly - Start Over
A powerful indie-pop single with an important message: we are capable of more than we think.
Forever Son - Kevins Street
Kevins Street is an honest and rootsy visitation with the consequences of our own past.
Foresteater - Pretend Land
Mikey Pro created Foresteater in 2015 after a dream he had. We love the emotional honesty and the willingness to go where many do not.
Foreign Dog - Two Kids
Foreign Dog sheds light on universal themes of life choice, relationships, and playground flashbacks with a slow, processional sort of grace.
For Fans of The Grateful Dead. - Burning Pictures: Seaglass
Reminds us to keep watch for the little moments that make up a life well-lived.
For Fans of The Chainsmokers. - Polaroid Summer: Just Kids
Let us never forget to cherish love while we have it.
For Fans of Solange. - Listen to Liberty Styles: Wednesday
Illustrates perfectly the sense of solidarity that exists between the sibling arts of dance, music, and vocal performance.
For Fans of Post Malone. - Chase Atlantic: HER
A waking dream that joins passion with opulence and the innocence of youth.
For Fans of Maggie Rogers. - Lyrah: Down Low (stripped)
The universal story of a love that was never meant to last.
For Fans of Beach House. - Moon Panda: Gun
Presents a luscious and inviting groove with hints of indie-pop and reggae.
For Fans of Bahamas. - Youth Basketball: Young Mother
A beautifully crafted message for the mamas out there that just need a little mercy: we see you.
Folk-Rock Reinvented. - Saintseneca: Wait A Minute
Isolates the pathos inherent to life itself: everything we love, we will lose.
Folk-Pop from Plano, Texas. - Peyton Stilling: High
A happy minute getting back in touch with the rebel in your heart that cannot be contained.
Folk and Electronic Slow Funk. - Joel Ansett: Cadillac
You can keep your fancy cars. Joel is here to get real.
Folk Rock and Wistful Melody for Fans of Elliott Smith. - willolux: Safe Spaces
This music is equal parts easy introspection and hard-earned catharsis, and will leave you different than you were.
Folk Rock Sensation from UK. - Callum Pitt: Away From The Rousing Parades
I hear echoes of a Josh Ritter circa Animal Years, with a similar youthful vitality and nondepletable store of lyrical fire.
Folk Pop. - Sami Simon: The Dreams We Had
Leaves us with an appreciation for the little details that can make all the difference in someone’s life.
Folk Pop. - Luke Sital-Singh: Los Angeles
The theme is that of a simple search for beauty, wherever it may be found.
Folk Pop Reflects on the Intrinsic Value of Life. - Juni Poet x Clairebear: Heartbeat
Bears testimony to our own sense of responsibility as living, breathing humans. What do we owe to the concept of life itself?
Folk Pop Meets Americana. - Listen to Olivae: A Place to Stay
This new single from Portuguese artist Olivae is a reminder to appreciate beauty wherever it is found.
Folk Pop & Americana from the Netherlands. - Listen to Judy Blank: 1995
For so many songwriters around the world, all it takes is a little taste of Loretta Lynn, or June Carter Cash, or Bill Monroe, to fall in love with...
Folk Artist from Woodstock Drops Wistful new Love Song. - Paul Moody: Letting Light In
Brings together plucky guitars, a gorgeous string arrangement, and an acoustic rhythm section with the lightest of touches.
Folk Adjacent Alt Pop from Los Angeles. - Gabriel Black: King of the Nosebleeds
This dynamic and eminently relatable pop track doubles as an anthem for the perpetual underdog who is down, but never out.
Florida Folk Pop. - Tanya Gallagher: Barren Land
Tells the tale of heartbreak and the slow road to redemption.
Flo - Velvet
The heart of this song is, as its name, smooth and luxurious. It features an organic and ethereal groove that feels warm against the skin.
Flo - Set In Stone
It has all the introspective elements: the consistent voice, and a hint of sadness; where the strength of of the moment and the soaring melody are ...
Five Islands - Smoke
The combination of a sibling duet, a natural acoustic guitar, and some fiddle mojo strikes the right balance to support these harmonic hooks.
Finn Andrews (of The Veils) - Love, What Can I Do?
That theme of love is universal, and ever-changing: the trappings are different now, but the reticency is not, the push-pull of fear and and inspir...
Finbongo, Breakeven, Passé - Shades
The minimal aesthetic here works well with the delicately passionate vocal delivery, and it just leaves you wanting more.
Film Composer Turned Indie-Folk. - Thiago Muller: Why Me
A song about humanity having mercy on itself.
Fiery Electro Pop from Toronto Embraces Female Empowerment. - LU KALA: Body Knew
Redefining what it means to be a pop star, one infectious track at a time.
Fever Joy - Shots
Its a bit raw, its on fire, but also ice-cold, and as such personifies a certain duality: to wit, the modern listener.
Fern Dells - All I Am
An endearing dose of spiritual healing centered around the beauty of stillness itself.
Femke - Wounded
Its a beautiful brew of Americana and Folk with a strong Pop sensibility, some swampy twang-guitar, and a river-rock-smooth falsetto.
Femke - Stranger
And in the necessary emotional evolution that we do every day, we always move towards what is close to us.
Feel Good Funk from Germany. - Cuezy. x Mindsogone: Cant You See
Using sound and frequency to alter your dimension, embracing music played on vinyl, classic hip hop, and 70s-style funk.
Fedbo - Butterflies
Delicate harmonies, a gorgeous drum performance, and a balance of mystery and poise.
Fearless Slacker Rock from Sydney FFO Mallrat. - Alex The Astronaut: I Think Youre Great (Music Video)
A confessional brand of slacker-rock that is both heartfelt and infectious.
Fayetteville Synthpop. - Township: Electric Rhythm
A note-to-self about hanging on to that once-in-a-lifetime connection.
Family Band Drops Viral Hit on TikTok. - SM6: Oddity
With a palpable sense of authenticity and sibling harmony, SM6 continues to refine its sound through joyful performances across the Midwest, and be...
Faith Leader Sings Acoustic Pop. - Lizi Bailey: Home
Home will have you asking yourself the only question that matters: where do I belong?
Fairground Saints - Somewhere Down The Line
The road keeps something for us all. We just have to go get it.
FRENSHIP Alum Gets Ready for a Big Year. - talker: Dont Want You To Love Me
Have relationships become as interchangeable as the lifestyle choices we make every day?
FFO The Paper Kites. - Glass Forest: To the Ocean
The minimalist pop jam for lovers ready to fade into each other.
FFO Judah & the Lion. - Listen to Abe Parker: Cool Kid
In an age of fake news and infinite echo chambers, Parker delivers a simple mechanism for self-adjustment: authentic is the new cool.
FFO Hozier. - Listen to Vorsen: Say All The Right Things
Lays bare a beautiful fury against the cold solitude of life.
FFO Dr. Dog. - Carter Vail: Pontiac
Emotional honesty informs a beautiful meeting between nostalgia and the need to move on.
Exposing Daily Expose. - A Beginner Course in Spotting Dishonest Media.
It starts with a Twitter thread that is full of inaccuracies, and ends with a suspicious source of record that is accountable to no one.
Explosive Electro Pop from Stockholm. - Discrete x Sistek: Typo (ft. Tudor, Voss)
The attraction featured in this explosive track is both dramatic and dangerous.
Experimental Soul Pop from South Africa. - aboynamedblu: Oh No!
Creates a sonic world of its own somewhere at the intersection of post punk, alt pop, and rock-driven soul.
Experimental Indie Pop. - Introducing daydream Masi: New Beginnings
Honey is wonderful. I actually love honey. Good for the mind and body, sweet to the taste.
Experimental Downtempo from Philly. - Kilamanzego: Meditate
With a vintage ARP by her side, Oko mines a complex and varied aesthetic from the depths of her creative mind.
Exotic Future Pop from Los Angeles. - Limón Limón: Barcelona Night
The borders might be closed, but the music of Limón Limón is here to take you away to that special place.
Existential Hip Hop from Sheffield in Collab with Future Islands. - Otis Mensah x Hemlock Ernst: Breath of Life
Offers listeners a moment to confront their own, internal contradictions of spirit and intention.
Exhilarating Folk Pop from Bristol. - Firewoodisland: Sprinter
An atmospheric soundscape, beautiful vocal harmonies, and a heartfelt message of encouragement.
Exhilarating Alt Pop from Los Angeles. - Watch the Video for Prinze George: Purple Sunset
Explores the enduring and invaluable role that nature can play in making us whole again.
Exciting Indie Folk Debut from Eugene, Oregon. - Last Years Man: Brave the Storm (feat. Anna Tivel)
Combines an endearing folk sensibility with the sonic magic that can only come from years of hard work.
Exciting Indie Debut from Swedish Musical Collective. - Listen to Kone Mara: The Ordinary Place
Explores the recursive relationship between everyday human experience and the internal search for an intellectual and spiritual sense of home.
Evocative Folk Pop from Berlin for Fans of Elliott Smith. - Elkvilla: Hunting
Explores the dismal routines of celibacy and the rarity of true romantic connection, set in contrast against the bustle of a modern metropolis.
Evocative Chillhop Grooves from Hamilton, Canada. - [zoethecat]: hazy
This laid-back groove was designed to emulate the morning experience of being awake and on the street, just before the city comes alive.
Everywhere You Go, Love Will Follow. - Listen to Josh Tobias: Follow the River
This gorgeous Americana-inspired track undulates between an orchestral drum groove and a simple acoustic guitar.
Evelyn Drach - Predator & Prey
The lyrics smack of gothic imagery against the backdrop of a city at night.
Evan Cline - Fighter
By the end those snare hits feel like jabs and crosses and weve broken down our enemy.
Ethereal Folk Pop for Fans of The War On Drugs. - The Mesa: Days Gone By
A solemn nod to the power of ethereal folk-pop, with a melody and vibe that is rich in both artistic restraint and dynamic range.
Ethereal Electro Pop from Brooklyn. - Emmett Kai: Stick To My Guns
With an ear for ethereal effects and catchy melodies, Emmett Kai mixes powerful 808 beats with assorted ear-candy and a low-key, soul-drenched voca...
Estella Dawn - Julian
Masterful music at the intersection of Indie rock and a confessional singer-songwriter.
Erik Deutsch - Falling Flowers (feat. Victoria Reed)
Its a nuanced and understated production that incorporates a very live sound into the dynamics of the arrangement. - photo credit: Lula Hyers
Eric Kane - Over and Over
This poignant acoustic ballad delivers an homage to Kane's brother that is as intimate as it is powerful.
Enticing Old School Soul from the UK. - Stealth: Sold Me A Dream
Stealth channels that music of a broken heart that we remember from the classic days, exposing his personal and vulnerable style of writing to a wo...
Enigmatic Lo-Fi Grooves from Bristol. - KOKO: All Together Now
These indie darlings share a mutual love of fusing genres - KOKO puts out eerie pop bangers as well as soft, sad songs.
Enigmatic Dance Pop from Denmark. - KOPS: Part Of Life
Combines dark lyrics, an uplifting groove, and an infectious sense of creativity with a production style that splits the difference between salsa a...
Enigmatic Chillwave Indie Jazz Hybrid. - Louis Prince: The Number Thirteen
A genre-bending powerhouse of aggressive live drumming, synth hooks, and whispery, enigmatic vocals.
English & Spanish Hip Hop Jam. - Snow Tha Product: Butter
A smoldering sexuality that lives outside of any hint of patriarchy.
Energetic Indie Pop from California. - The Mowglis: Wasting Time (Music Video)
Explores the process of recovery and readjustment after the end of a relationship, and celebrates the delicious freedom of starting over.
Energetic Folk Pop for Fans of Fleet Foxes. - Callum Pitt: Out Of The Trees
Takes influence from Bon Iver, while adding a driving bass-line and energetic drum performance for a hook-drenched moment of raw expression that fe...
Energetic Chamber Pop from Nashville. - K.S. Rhoads: Chess (Music Video)
One of the Nashville non-country music scene’s most multi-faceted pioneers offers up captivating vocals and carefully-crafted, complex musical arra...
Endearing Indie Pop from Boston via AMAG Artist Collective. - The Keymakers: Hold
We will make it through this, and we will make it together.
Endearing Indie Folk from Nashville. - Foreign Fields: Dont Give Up
This endearing nugget of sonic encouragement underscores the idea that eventually, everyone will need a moment to be vulnerable.
Emy Woods - Dirán Alto
This beautiful track sits right at the intersection of Folk-Pop and Americana
Emotive Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - Listen to Mothé: Summers Almost Gone
Mothé leaves us with the feeling that although there is much to be grateful for, somehow the best is yet to come.
Emotional Folk Pop from Nashville. - Kate Vogel: The Cycle
Offers a blueprint for anyone that struggles to process emotional hardship without falling prey to a sense of helpless victimhood.
Emotional Electro Pop from Germany. - Gina Livia: in my head
This melodic exploration of emotional vulnerability combines elements of electro-pop with acoustic guitar and percussion.
Emotional Avant Garde Pop from Guernsey. - Empara Mi: Shout
Resonates with a cathartic acceptance of how love can and does go wrong, while finding solace in the redemptive pain of heartbreak.
Emmy-Winning Indie Folk Pop Duo. - The Bergamot: Young Again
The future is bright for this husband-wife musical duo and their signature blend of compassion, poetry, and melodic rapture.
Emma Charles - Comfort in the Chaos
Emma Charles gives us a personal resolution that is both brooding and beautiful. --- photo credit: Holy Smoke
Emily Kimball - Forget The Way
You can hear echoes of something like a Fleetwood Mac in the happy marriage of rock flavors with the soul of a country ballad and the precise use o...
Emily James - Foreign Land - Acoustic
Not everyone can carry a pop song on the back of an authentic vocal and an acoustic guitar.
Emerging Pop Soul Hitmaker Connects with Fans on TikTok. - Lillian Hepler: Baddie
That rare blend of talent, passion, and personal magic.
Emerging Indie Star Makes Peace with Hardship in a Nod to 90s Alt Pop. - Qinn: Lemonade
A song about working around the limitations of circumstance, and finding the inner strength to make lemonade from lemons when other options are not...
Ellisa Sun - Talk to Ya
A marching song for the class of lovers that will never suffer anything less than they deserve.
Ellis King - Crocodile Tears
2025 will be the year that the world engages even more deeply with the career of this young Aussie performer.
Electropop Meets Soul. - Insightful: Without You (w/ Baby Rose)
Baby Rose gives us her groovy best, turning a beautifully melodic moment into a statement on self-possession.
Electronic Violin Pop from Billboard Top 5 Artist. - Lindsey Stirling: Artemis
Empowering, lively, and simply beautiful.
Electronic Soul-Pop FFO Maxwell. - Mathenee Treco: Crucial
His lively and dynamic voice is already well-known to legions of Hamilton junkies.
Electronic Retro-Pop. - Listen to Small Hours: Forces
A penetrating look at the mental cages we build for ourselves, that over time can start feeling like home.
Electronic Pop from the UK. - New Wolves: A Modern Debt feat. Flo (Radio Edit)
How do we find genuine connection when we cannot know what the future holds?
Electronic Pop from Toronto Delivers a Moment of Introspection. - REST ACRES: On My Mind
Puts us front-and-center in the emotional confrontation between our weaker self and the part of us that knows better than to settle for less than w...
Electronic Pop Artist Disconnects from High School Memories. - Omri: float
Whatever the future holds in store for us, sometimes the past can only weigh us down.
Electronic Indie Pop. - EBEN: Plastic Angels
A statement about the way we so carefully paint the picture of our own perfection.
Electronic Indie Pop from Oakland. - Pink Skies: Waves
Combines a fantasy of self-possession with a celebration of retro-keyboard sounds, as we discover that a creative heart is never still.
Electronic Indie Pop Collab Explores the Power of Love. - SypSki x raspy x Landon Cube: Down & Out
Offers a bit of hope for anyone still looking to make that once-in-a-lifetime connection. After all, it is always darkest just before the dawn.
Electronic Groove Meets Soul. - Moods: Awake In The Dark (ft. James Chatburn)
A masterclass in soulful vocal delivery, delivered over an ingratiating stutter-beat.
Electronic Folk Pop from LA. - Jayden Bartels: second
Jayden Bartels delivers her sensitive, melodic heart on a musical plate of piano balladry and sweetly-impassioned lead vocal.
Electronic Duo Grows Into North Americas First Touring Dance Party. - Dance Yourself Clean x Olso: On Hold
If this music doesnt make you move, youre either dead or doing it wrong.
Electronic Dance Party from Melbourne. - Wonderluxe: Daffodils
Delivers an instant dance party with flavors of retro-pop and electronica, just in time for a night-out with your friends.
Electronic Break Up Song. - Listen to Shallou: count on
With a diaphanous melody and a bouncy minimal groove, the message is clear: turning hurt into beauty is a vital life-skill.
Electronic Anthem to Self Empowerment - Casey Sana: Madelaines Secret
Weaves a bold story of artistic expression and self-awareness with the details of a life that yearns to be seen, and deserves to be loved.
Electronic Alt Rock FFO Bat For Lashes. - Natalie Walker: Starry Eyed Kids
A blissfully pure combination of straight, snare-heavy groove, and an alt-rock vocal delivery drenched in hooks.
Electronic Alt Pop from London for Fans of Radiohead. - Zola Blood: Silver Soul
In love, the end is also a beginning.
Electro-Pop from London. - Listen to Arlo: Changing
An energetic electro-pop number about embracing the crazy that we call life.
Electro Pop. - Listen to Franke: Kids (Zack Martino Remix)
A blend of contemporary pop-aesthetics mixed with synth driven, retro production.
Electro Pop from San Francisco Chronicles a Failed Romance. - SUMif: Collide (Music Video)
A rugged electronic pulse shines through the dreamy hooks, as Steph Wells salvages a vibrant catharsis from the wreckage of lost love.
Electro Pop from Montreal FFO Madison Beer. - Charlotte Cardin: Daddy
Cardin pens personal anthems about life and love with an honesty that is both refreshing and illuminating.
Electro Pop from Luxembourg. - Say Yes Dog: Feel Better
An homage to the struggle we all face navigating the corridors of our self-identity.
Electro Pop from Los Angeles Finds Catharsis in Rejection. - NEO NOIR x AIMEE: Jezebel
After the disappointment of a love gone bad, we are given the gift of self-reflection.
Electro Pop from Iceland FFO Noah Gundersen. - Tómas Welding: Cop Car
A wistful nod to what could have been elevates this last-minute confessional into a soul laid bare.
Electro Pop from France. - Minthi: Stay (feat. Laraw)
French electro-pop artist Minthi stresses the importance of connecting with self-love.
Electro Pop from Calgary. - Amelie Patterson: The Patient Kind
A vibrant exploration of the no-stress attitude that could belong to anyone with an instinct for self-satisfaction.
Electro Pop from Belgium. - Napoleon Gold: Love Dont Cut Me Down
Love is the contest that we all deserve to win.
Electro Pop from Austria. - Lisa Pac: Sunshine
A fun way to hit the reset button on a mistake that was made long ago. — photo credit: Robin Poppins
Electro Pop from Australia. - Shirina: I Only Hate You Cause I Love You
A final analysis of what can be learned from having your heart broken to pieces.
Electro Pop from Australia for Fans of Billie Eilish. - Eluera: Good Girl (Music Video)
Is this just a temporary rebound-love? Were we doomed from the start?
Electro Pop from Australia Mixes Fantasy with Raw Femininity. - MzUki: Unicorn (Music Video)
At once both rhythmic and ethereal, Unicorn leaves the listener with no choice but to rejoice in the celebration of divine possibility.
Electro Pop for fans of Björk. - The Luxury of Being Human: Stories
The strong commitment to a downtempo style of groove and an inspiring use of melody.
Electro Pop Phenom from Ontario Drops New Single for Wax Records. - noelle: Shades of Blue
A fearless and vulnerable lyricism pairs with well-polished production vibes and an exceptional melodic hook to explore the complex reality of life...
Electro Pop Jam Reinvents Hit from 2018. - rx Soul x Elijah Hill: 3 Nights
A sticky electro-pop jam that feels both contemplative and dance-floor ready as a worthy extension of the radio-friendly original from Dominic Fike.
Electro Pop Artist in Love. - Emily Rowed: Watercolors
A deep groove coupled with the raw transposition of an undeniable attraction between beautiful people.
Electric International Dream Pop for Fans of Garbage. - Loveblind: War Planets (Music Video)
Electriques vocals are kept front-and-center, guiding the listener through a swirling soundscape of lucid dreaming, dark imagery, and strobing retr...
Effusive Indie Pop from Detroit. - Hala: Why Do You Want Anything To Do With Me?
Joins an effusive indie-pop groove with playful, pulsating bits of Nintendo-inspired keyboard sounds.
Effervescent Pop-House from Australia & Samoa. - Korky Buchek x Rellyman: Could Be U
Exposes that moment of instant attraction between strangers, and the effervescent hope of a night to remember - the mystery itself is part of the p...
Effervescent Eclectic Pop from Darlington. - Jodie Nicholson: Why Would You (Go)
A singer-songwriter core of delicate melodies and soft instrumentation meets a driving electronic groove and shimmering layers of harmony.
Edmonton Folk-Rock. - Von Bieker: Angel
A pulse-driven indie rock number that will have you searching for your own holy light.
Edgy and Aggressive Indie Rock from Los Angeles. - DYLYN: Call Me What You Want (Music Video)
Relish the self-affirming, party-all-night mojo of a pop star on the rise.
Edgy Pop Sugar Mixes Hip Hop and Disco. - Yes Please: Half Nelson
Life is strange, love is crazy. At least we have the music.
Edgy Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - Aaron Taos x Lonely God x Huron John - Control (Remix)
A mix of straight drum groove and surf guitar brings to mind the early days of New Wave, while the melody and vocal mix shoot straight for the hear...
Edgy Electro Pop from Los Angeles. - SUGR?: Make It Hurt
The refreshing delivery of unexpected robot-harmony, deep syncopation, and an edgy vocal delivery.
Edgy Dance Pop from Portugal and Chile. - LEROCQUE x Alejandro Reyes: Asesina
Fuses a bilingual sensibility with hints of synth-pop and industrial electronic music, with an instinct for big pop hooks and fresh rhythms.
Edgy Alternative Hip Hop from London. - GR3YWXLF: Villainy
As we run the gauntlet of life experience we are forced to make personal sacrifices; what we do with that hard-earned catharsis is up to us.
Edgy Alt Pop Grooves from Los Angeles. - Jake Knox: Breaking up with Dreams (Music Video)
Heartbreak might be a fact of life, but you dont have to let it get you down.
Edamame - Oil
Some of us hear the sound of birds, or the wind through the trees, when we close our eyes and relax; some hear Edamame.
Ed Carlsen - Words
As we examine the way that an aesthetic of downtempo can be applied to the visual dimension, we are left with a lasting sense of ordered chaos.
Eclectic Soul Pop from Nigeria Finds Inspiration in the Search for Love. - Yotan: Oyin
This rhythmic gem leverages the warmth of Yotans vocal tone against the knowledge that love will shine in the most unlikely of places.
Eclectic Indie Pop from Oakland. - Pretty Fire: The Rush
Sometimes, in the right moment, even the mistakes can be beautiful.
Eclectic Alt Pop from Copenhagen. - M.I.L.K: Need A Witness (Music Video)
Combines elements of folk, indie electronic, hip hop, and slacker rock, with a smooth vibe and an easy beat to back up some serious discussion abou...
Ebullient Digi Funk from Belgium. - Janee x Lunis: Fall
An eclectic mix of modern influences and ebullient digi-funk from the inimitable mind of Janee.
Ebullient Dance Pop from Toronto. - Crash Adams: Ooh! (Music Video)
This ebullient and primal intoxication goes down fast with big bass, disco harmonies, and all the awesome dance moves youll ever need. Just watch.
East Coast Indie Rock. - The 5:55s New Single: Slow Down
A new generation is forced to mend a broken world for the misdeeds of the last.
Early Summer Grooves from New York City. - Gilligan Moss: Special Thing
What starts out simple, finishes up with full-on disco-funk madness.
EMM - DUMB
This music is giving voice to a whole range of emotions that women have not traditionally accessed through mainstream society.
ELA Lindsey - Healing Me Slow
Its a dreamy electronic vibe with a sultry lead vocal delivery, orchestral hits, and a dance-club beat.
EDM and Electro Pop FFO Illenium. - Introducing Michael Van Wagoner: Insecure
Showcases a talent for writing catchy pop melodies alongside the ability to match heartfelt vocals with a theme that anyone can relate to.
EDM Powerhouse Laura Brehm Releases The Dawn Is Still Dark on Antifragile Music
Laura crafts delicate and powerful pop ballads, intertwining electronic and orchestral threads with a positive and uplifting spirituality.
EDM Banger from Norway Matches 90s Nostalgia with Fresh Pop Vibes. - Wiese: Somebody Else
A vibrant and fresh statement about not letting go of the nostalgic pop landscape that brought us Blink 182, Sade, Alanis Morissette, and Mötley Crüe.
Dynamic and Organic Instrumental from British Columbia. - Omar Raafat: Hourglass
With a quiet and ethereal intro on acoustic piano, Hourglass builds to a satisfying crescendo of gorgeous strings and electronic beats.
Dynamic Indie Rock FFO Aimee Mann. - Margaux: Cave In
A refreshing combination of emotional self-scrutiny and effortless musicianship, mixed with a keen sense for melodic hooks and raw indie-rock mojo.
Dynamic Electro Pop Debut. - LVRBOY: now that im leaving
Only in the final hours does a profound regret pierce through the haze.
Dutch Downtempo Pop Creation. - Listen to Feiertag: Yearn
Offers a complex and creative sonic experience that is perfect for fans of Bonobo.
Dusty Psychedelic Folk from Texas. - John Calvin Abney: Call Me Achilles
Delivers an instant classic at the intersection of blues, glam rock, and psychedelic folk.
Durkey? Turkuck? - A Spontaneous Visit to the Wilds of Grants Pass.
Perhaps it is true that the idea of this world as a great mountain that reaches above the clouds, pinched from subterranean plates of earth and roc...
Dub Styled Trip Hop from France. - Chinese Man: The Drop (music video)
Régis Truch internalizes the complexity of this song with body language that is equal parts Monty Python silly-walk and improvised jazz-dance.
Drunk Promises Are Hard to Keep: Beginning is Easy - Finishing is Hard.
Emotions are simply the clothes that we wear. They are not flesh. On his last day, my father slept, and did not wake up. I heard his lungs fight fo...
Drens - Bicycle Rider
Its all energy, drums, and shattered vocals; the chorus refrain serving as a gear itself, twisting, repeating, and snarling while the song arrangem...
Dreamy Folk Pop from NYC - The Bergamot: One Mile
A poignant and endearing reminder that beauty is wherever we look for it.
Dreamy Electro Pop from Nashville. - Alex Di Leo: Youth (Music Video)
Drenched with dreamy electric-guitar riffs and a laid-back, moody vibe, this introspective electro-pop track is the perfect soundtrack for your new...
Dreamy Downtempo from Birmingham. - Listen to Itona: First Light
This seething mixture of downtempo groove and swirling electronica moves in waves of warm synth tones and percussive rhythm.
Dreamy Alt Pop from Canberra. - Listen to Apricot Ink: Make Believe
This mixture of gorgeous vocal harmony, rhythmic guitar hooks, and ethereal imagery teaches us to appreciate the importance of timing and patience.
Dream Pop for a Lonely Heart. - Esmé Patterson: Light In Your Window
Explores the complexity of a desire to feel connected to something that no longer exists, and makes peace with the slow rhythm of emotional recovery.
Dream Pop Maestro Returns with New Teaser. - A Beacon School: Dot
Pulls effortlessly on our heart strings with a combination of enchanting groove, springy tones, and hypnotic vocals.
Dravus House - Bang
Dravus House is proof that a clear and poignant vocal, a few chord changes, and an added electric guitar for flavor is all it takes to make a state...
Downtempo Indie Pop from Australia + Canada. - The Sleeves: Baby
Mixes elements of Roxy Music, Post Malone, and Peter Bradley Adams.
Dont Cry (feat. Allen Stone) - The BGP
Stick around until the end for the dueling falsettos and the gospel-flavored soul-party.
Don Brownrigg - Room For Me
A personal trail of notes, to lead oneself out of the forest of self-loathing. photo credit: Monica Phung
Dog Trainer Drops New Single The Kids After a Year in the Studio
Joins a Kurt Vile laid-back sound with a melodic pop feel and the result is stunning.
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Divine Roots Collab. - Listen to Max García Conover: mud feat. The Ballroom Thieves
Mixes personal catharsis with a dollop of hard-hearted indifference, as Max shares vocal duties with Martin Earley and Calin Peters in a way that f...
Distant Cousins - Lights On
A strong logical choice for your morning wake-up song; coupled with a potent cup of coffee, it could change your life.
Dissolved Girl - Dirty Tricks
Pushes the boundaries of pop in a way that is both unexpected and inevitable.
Discotexas Cofounder Ready to Drop New Album. - Xinobi: La Tormenta feat. Meta_
Listen to a preview from Xinobis Balsame — long-awaited follow up to On The Quiet.
Disco Pop Dance Party. - Listen to Tim Atlas: Dizzy
In the depths of throwaway culture, we still find things to keep.
Disco Infused Indie Pop from Ohio for Fans of Tom Misch. - Clubhouse: Weekend
With a mix of hip hop and disco that might remind you of Tom Misch, Clubhouse delivers a summer bop that balances simplicity and groove.
Digital Roots Pop Written by Artificial Intelligence. - AUDOIR: Let Our Dreams Fall Down
Can you really tell that this song wasnt written by a human?
Dig Exotic - Surrogate
Intense and dark sexual energy, simmering over a jagged backdrop of mono synth glissandos, cowbell, and a driving bass groove.
Detroit Songwriter Mixes Retro Soul with Hip Hop. - Sister Stone: Still Here
Supports listeners through the process of overcoming pain and turning that negative energy into strength, love, and wisdom.
Detroit Collab Mixes Hip Hop and Electro Pop. - SIAS x Sam Be Yourself x Jemille Ali: Sticks And Stones
An impressive and hook-filled statement about just how far some of us will go to build the life we want.
Dessie Magee - Bandit
A second coming of the sort of spirit in Astral Weeks by Van Morrison, or even a folky Joe Cocker.
Desert Rock. - Friedberg: BOOM (Alternate Music Video by Justyna Gryzbowska)
A riveting exploration of desert-rock juxtaposed with the chaotic energy of a rough night in the city.
Depression, Introduced. - Indie Music on Tap: S2E1
Architects vs Gardeners, The Myth of Fully Automatic, and Multi-Classing. Why Are We Depressed, & What Do We Need To Let Go Of?
Depression is for Winners.
Total success would mean a complete lack of sanity, and total sanity would suggest a complete lack of success.
Denver Folk Pop. - Listen to Joel Ansett: Through
Adds another dimension to Ansetts well-known talent for fusing folk-pop with the sounds of hip hop and RnB.
Denim Gorgeous - Damn Shame
Its like Elvis Costello trotted out his teenage emo self and stumbled into a bar in New Orleans.
Demi Grace - Come Closer
A fun groove, a heartbeat kick drum, and some dance-floor flirtation come together to elevate this stylish reminder to enjoy your life.
Delicate Folk Pop from Oklahoma City. - Josh Fudge: Meet Me in Seattle
A relationship, seen in the rear-view mirror, can yield an unspeakable gift of self-reflection.
Deep Soul Vibes from England for Fans of Galimatias. - Beau Diako: Animal
Lays down a lighthearted and effervescent groove that celebrates the magic of personal connection, and makes the case for primal love as the greate...
Deep Sea Arcade - Close To Me
It’s a dreamy buildup of layers over a simple theme, with an impressive sonic execution and a casual-cool vocal style that hints of glam-rock and p...
Deep Downtempo Grooves from Germany. - Jens Buchert: Cocoon
The release of Cocoon is meant to give listeners hope and the protection of an inner world - it stands for lightness, joy, and rebirth.
Decca Records is Ready to Drop 2 Killer New Records from The Lumineers and The Longest Johns
There may be a lot of crazy things going on in the world today but it comes as welcome relief to take a few minutes to enjoy these great songs.
Debut EP Drops from this Up and Coming NYC Songwriter. - Nadia Kamrath: James
Often enough, we learn too late that change is not always a force for good.
Deanna Devore - Seven Eight
There is a certain love affair between the melody and the electronic beats, its a robot body with a human heart.
Dax - Place Of Peace
So that we understand the world, and the relationships in it, so may we understand ourselves.
David Wimbish & The Collection - Love Me More
It's a life lesson, wrapped in an old cry for help that didn't work out as planned.
David Berkeley - The Faded Red And Blue
The final message is one of hope, and solidarity - which we need right now, in all its raw melancholy.
David B Archibald - Spinning Round
A soulful and emotive singer songwriter from Scotland, with a sharp ear for a country melody and a deep baritone voice.
David Ayscue - New York
Woven into the string of emotions, both remembered and sudden, is that poetic determinism that belongs to the romantic.
Dark Post Punk from Dublin. - The Murder Capital: For Everything [Tapetown Sessions] (Live Video)
Matches a rare sense of tenderness with the creative power of loneliness, by suspending gloomy poetics over a seething Morris-style drum pocket and...
Dark Indie Electro from NYC. - Two Feet: BBY
An atmospheric tapestry of rock guitar, electronic groove, and personal catharsis that moves between dark indie-electro and downtempo.
Danny Golden - Old Love
The images are lush and the voice is dusty, the guitar crackles like a campfire and the song builds from just an acoustic guitar into the layered s...
Danny Bowens - SHAPESHIFTER
Channels a sense of the angst and world-weary wisdom that comes from a life on the front lines of medical emergency.
Danielle Deckard - Honey
Honey is a moving ode to the reverb of years past, using elements both archaic and refreshed to paint a sad form on the canvas of our collective mind.
Dane Ferguson - All of Your Might
There is a purity of expression... a creaky falsetto like an old rocking chair, some acoustic guitar, and a few pages from the memoire about love a...
Dance-Pop for Fans of Shallou. - Listen to Ça: Rush
Combines a sharp groove-making prowess with undeniable pop appeal.
Dance Hit Dream Team from Victoria. - Steve Kroeger x Skye Holland: So Close
This exploration of the emptiness left behind when a relationship comes to a close is perfect for anyone with a broken heart who feels like leaving...
Dance Groove Instant Classic. - Fun Lovin Criminals: Daylight
A nostalgic mix of lounge jazz, soul, and hip hop groove, steeped in the personality-driven lyrical musings of iconic frontman Huey Morgan.
Dana Williams - Worst In Me
Dana Williams embellishes a few jazz-flavored chords and a simple story to assemble this engaging love song.
Dan Krochmal - Don't Keep The Pain
We feel the blows of every moment of suffering, every let-down, along with the fire of redemption.
Dallas Smooth Soul Sensation. - Listen to Mlynn: T.F.I.L.
Dallas native Mlynn drops T.F.I.L., a smooth number about the magic of attraction that might remind you of Sade.
Dagny - That Feeling When
Attraction is the spice of spices, its the one we all want. This could be the track to get you in the mood.
Da Plazz - Take Me High
A compelling combination of acoustic guitar, syncopated rhythm, and waves of electronic embellishment.
DYSBANDED - Another Broken Night
In front of the stage, sweating with the beat. Loud guitars. Hoping you get invited to an afterparty in the Hollywood Hills.
DYAN - Faking
There is something about the interplay here between piano, drums, and electric bass there that to me is pure magic.
DIY Electro Pop from Lebanon and Australia. - Imad x Robbie Koex x Sam Phay: Altar
Explores the cold, harsh side of winter, and the salvation to be found in the warmth of a romantic connection.
DCs Latest Soul Pop Sensation. - Oh He Dead: Bottle It Up
Sets a restless tone that mirrors the early days of a romance: when moments of separation feel like days, and lovers cant bear to be apart.
Cult Canvas - Sincerity
This music is human in the most important sense, which is that it is unpredictable. It is surprising. It is beautiful.
Crusoe - Living With the Lights Out
The moment here could go either way. It’s not a song about staying, or leaving, but about having hope.
Crashcaptains - Done
What we are left with is a sweet conversational melody and a tumbling beat that feels like falling into the arms of a synthesizer.
Courageous Folk Pop from Australia. - Hollow Coves: Borderlines
All that is necessary is the courage to step forward, into the mystery of a road less traveled by.
Country Wisdom & Nashville Pop. - Sarah Ryder: Another Fool (Music Video)
Sarah is right where she wants to be: with her true country grit, sass, and femininity on full display.
Country Roots. - Mac McDaniel: Howling at the Moon
A feel-good track, and an ode to the local watering hole, wrapped in a country-roots pocket.
Country Roots from Alberta. - Corb Lund x Ian Tyson: Ride On (Music Video)
When we feel utterly alone, there is always the redemptive sorcery of starting over, which Lund finds on horseback: across the raging river, riding...
Country Music Memories. - Ashleigh Rogers: Back of a Truck
Sifting through those old recollections can remind us of something we used to know.
Country Flavored Folk Pop from Southern California. - Rebecca Aaron: Rush
Offers up a bittersweet and beautiful moment of introspection, as we have all been forced in the last year to take a hard look at what makes life w...
Country Anthem to Self Acceptance. - Ron Pope: Habits
The sooner we get to figuring out who we are, and the sooner we can move beyond expectations and anxiety into a world of self-acceptance, the happi...
Costa Gatis - It's Your Life
A song about letting go, & finding a path to just living your life while letting things be.
Corey Kilgannon feat. Towrs - Soft Gentle Brilliant II
With a mid-tempo acoustic fingerpicking pattern and some gorgeous harmonies, Corey Kilgannon immediately strikes a poised simplicity reminiscent of...
Coral Head - Too Late to End
A hard-edged tone poem about the way love creeps in like a bite on the neck.
Cooper Greenberg - Take Care of Me
Perhaps the heart of maturity is the commitment to self-care in the face of adversity.
Controlled Indie Rock Chaos from Bristol for Fans of Radiohead & Garbage. - The Desert: Disappearing Act
Delivers a dark brew of nervous energy, visceral temptation, and bold intent.
Contemplative Electro Pop from Canada with Hints of Soul. - NIIVA: Love Games (Music Video)
NIIVA combines the lovestruck, throwback artistry of Amy Winehouse with a flair for modern, electronic pop vibes and hints of irreverent, youthful ...
Conor Gains - I Know
Its a narrative of the chase, that age-old premise of looking for a little something new.
Connection Without Consequence. - Evan Blum x Alyce Weber: Into The Dark (Narrative Music Video)
Escape into a scenario where you allow yourself to say yes to that person you should probably say no to.
Confessional Hip Hop from London. - Raconteur: Nagging Feeling
Clemens decided to seek out a capable producer and bring his vision to life of a thematically complex, stylistically distinguished hip hop, offered...
Confessional Electro Pop from NYC. - M. Maggie: Problems
Explores the empty space that is left behind when a love goes missing, as M. Maggie comes to terms with her own set of romantic complexities.
Confessional Electro Pop from Los Angeles. - Cubs: Out of Minutes
Reconstructs the inner conversation between shame and pride, wrapped in an inviting and subtle electronic groove.
Complicated Indie Rock from Chicago. - Beach Bunny: Ms. California (music video)
If you are ready to throw away your fears and stop trying to be perfect, this fist-pumping indie-rock anthem has you covered.
Complex Electronic Pop from Los Angeles. - Khamari: Doctor, My Eyes
A soul-tinged gem of electronic chamber pop that chronicles the weight of feeling too much and losing self awareness.
Common Kings - Lock Me Up (feat. Stephen Marley)
Common Kings get together with Stephen Marley with a reggae drop about doing what it takes to feed your family.
Colton Venner - Before I Knew
And by the end, we have the realization: you ain’t never going to love me. The real question is why she was ever standing there, in the first place...
Colour Of Rice - Coming Home
Shes an optimist; she is deeply personal... This is the voice you want singing you to sleep.
Cold Weather Company - Do No Harm
The range of tonality, intensity, and emotion in this vocal performance is beyond impressive.
Cleveland, a Car Crash, the Virgin Mary and Joy Harjo. - Max García Conover: sad, babe
A raw and vulnerable musical vérité that surprises us with a personal truth that, until now, was hidden from view.
Clay Dub - Left Me For Dead
Brings together elements of hip-hop and soul, using the combined inspiration as fuel for a unique video-adventure.
Classical Infused Chamber Pop from France via Israel. - Yael Naïm: Shine (Music Video)
Naïms languid physicality seems to echo the syrupy essence of her melodic affect, as we are mesmerized by her gracious sound and form.
Classic Soul Vibes from Rochester. - Danielle Ponder: Poor Mans Pain
Every nuance, every note ending, is both artfully crafted and casually raw.
Classic Indie Soul from Los Angeles. - Riley Baron: Enjoy the Ride
Encourages us to get past the savage monotony of everyday existence to appreciate what is possible when we focus on the positive.
Classic Hip Hop from Chicago. - Tha Keepaz: 33 (Music Video)
A throwback track with slick hooks and classic rhyme schemes that mixes a powerful groove with a fresh vocal style.
Cinematic Electronic Instrumental from France. - HAELIUM: Playgrounds (Music Video)
Let us never be so broken that we do not appreciate the rich promise of the unknown.
Cinematic Dream Pop from Florida. - MASSIVESAD: At Least Im Not Bleeding (Prologue)
Captures a fleeting and ethereal sonic vibrancy that draws inspiration from both dream-pop and experimental, cinematic indie-electronic music.
Chuck Westmoreland - Prisoners
Theres a 90s-era rock vulnerability, a proud vocal delivery, and a slathering of gritty poesy. Hell yes.
Christmas Madness from Experimental Hip Hop Sensation. - Dax: GRINCH GOES VIRAL
If even the Grinch feels exploited, what does that say about the rest of us?
Christian Gibson (feat. Slow Shiver) - Tethered
With the deep groove here, the belly moan vocals, and the gurgling synth-bass, this is a modern sound that reflects some of the best of what we cal...
Chris Morrissey - White Sand
The electric guitar gathers together dark piano notes under cover of some really strong cymbal work.
Chris Diller - Amen to That
Diller writes about appreciating the precious moments and slowing the hands of time.
Chris Ayer - Need Somebody
This feels like the morning wake up song for that couple that makes the neighborhood utterly aware of their reality-show love.
Chloe Lilac - Summer
This song approximates the throwaway sense of modern determinism as well any out there with smart lyrics and a very artistic sanctity of message.
Chill Pop and EDM from Los Angeles. - Introducing KORA: Let Go
Deftly navigating the space between chill pop hooks and an underlying message of solidarity and support for young artists.
Chill Pop Hooks from this Spotify Wunderkind. - Khamari: The Heat
This exciting young music creator has found a sweet spot matching organic, chill vibes with pop hooks and infectious beats.
Chill Indie Pop from Brisbane. - Watch the Music Video for PINK LAKSA: Starlight
PINK LAKSAs lazy pop is inspired by the beauty she sees in the vulnerable and broken aspects of life.
Chill Electro Pop from Los Angeles. - Listen to Logan Prescott: tongue
Heavily influenced by the retro vibes of artists like LANY or The 1975, with a healthy dose of modern production polish and electro-pop ear candy.
Chill Beats from Germany in the Balearic Style. - Thomas Lemmer: Awakening
The music of Thomas Lemmer is synonymous with relaxation, mellow beats, and the use of electronic sounds to create a safe space for introspection a...
Chigo - Moodboi
Pulling from inspirations like Chris Brown, Snow Allegra, and Styl-Plus, Chigo enjoys blending fresh sounds with a signature Afro-R&B production fi...
Chicago Noise Pop. - Listen to Walking Bicycles: Fat Cat
An instant classic for the DIY noise-pop scene in Chicago.
Chicago Indie Rocker, Sipping Whisky Gingers. - Leah Capelle: Docs (Music Video)
Leah Capelle puts a finger on the reality of cognitive dissonance in the modern age.
Chicago Folk. - Frances Luke Accord: Call You Mine
A love-letter to life itself, and a recognition of the unique and linear magic that we call a relationship.
Chicago Folk Duo Set to Release New LP. - Frances Luke Accord: Saint Mary
The music of Frances Luke Accord offers a bridge between a classic era of folk-inspired pop and the current day.
Chicago Americana. - Luke Underhill: Long Way Home
An emotional track about separating yourself from the crowd by choosing the road seldom-taken.
Chersea - I Can't Be You
If you like Amy Winehouse as much as you like KT Tunstall, this one is for you.
Cheerful Indie Pop from the Netherlands. - Blanks: Favorite Nightmare
Reminds us all of that amazing summer with friends, and gives us hope for what the future holds.
Cheat Codes Collaborator Drops new Dance Burner from Ireland. - Daniel Blume: Nights Like This (Music Video)
Explores the complicated feelings we can have for our ex-lovers - one moment we are fine, and the next, we are swimming in an ocean of old feelings.
Chase Atlantic - LIKE A ROCKSTAR
Chase Atlantic pens an anthem to the rockstar lifestyle, echoing the dreams of an entire generation that was raised on American Idol.
Charlie Bishop - Young Old Man
Deserves a long look from anyone searching for modern contemporaries of Zach Bryan.
Charleston Songwriter Celebrates the Power of Friendship. - Cole Collins: Faithful Michigan
Delivers a wistful and intricate missive to the power of friendship and shared experience.
Chamber Pop from Australia for Fans of Rufus Wainwright. - Didirri: Raw Stuff (Music Video)
Wherein we discover, reluctantly, that love will come and go as it pleases.
Chamber Pop and Soul from London. — Introducing Jonathan Jeremiah: Horsepower For The Streets
Jonathan Jeremiah loves you and wants you to be happy.
Cautious Clay - French Riviera
The bass moves from a Kingston sub-woofer in the back of a Ranchero, to a club in Saint Tropez at 4am, and back again.
Cattle & Cane - Love On Your Hands (Live)
The beauty of violin and cello counterpoint contributes to a mix that is bursting with emotion.
Catskill New Yorks Newest Folk Wizard. - Listen to Lorkin O’Reilly: Still You
Gritty & multifarious folk music dispatched with a light touch and the unmistakable stamp of an old soul.
Cathedrals - Behave
Cathedrals are walking beyond the existing genre hybrids of trip-hop, and synth-pop, exposing the weakness we have in language itself to properly d...
Cathartic Synth Pop from Brooklyn. - Loren Beri: Genesis 2.0
Peppered with caricatures of his family and various aspects of his life along with bubbling beats and light, flippant lyricism, Loren brings us o...
Cathartic Indie Pop from Austria. - LOST: Twentysomething (music video)
Showcases that moment of self-acceptance that follows from a period of self-doubt.
Cathartic Folk Pop from Nashville and the Fleeting Comforts of Home. - Madeline Finn: Ohio
Perhaps we all share the same sense of longing across these illusory barriers of time and space.
Cathartic Alt Rock with Support from Nettwerk. - DYLYN: Just A Boy
DYLYNs music is meant to empower her listeners, by underscoring the value of simplicity and the joy of personal liberation. Word has it she is only...
Catchy Lo-Fi Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - JAWNY: Anything You Want (Music Video)
This song will get stuck in your head. Youve been warned.
Cat Rose Smith - What I'm For
A rallying cry for the instinct we have to test ourselves against the world.
Cat Ridgeway - Sprinter
The guitars are loud and fuzzy, the music has a good beat that you can dance to.
Cat Pierce - Sometimes You Lose
Its got that sharp edge of a girl in the city, forced to wear the veil of allure, with a smoldering inner core of personal fantasy.
Caswell - Everyone Knows
This song covers the ground of interpersonal sacrifice, the little things we give away every day for love, or even the chance at love.
Cary Brothers - Cool City
This is a snapshot, a production relic, a grab-and-go musical fast-food. And it is delicious.
Carter James - linear
Explores the difficult process of self-realization through the lens of a broken relationship.
Carter - GG
Its a slinky and surprisingly spacious groove thing with an airy falsetto like a beat-up fog horn.
Caroline Rose - Getting To Me
The sound of the tracks that Ive heard so far is light and nuanced and smart and funny and could put her right on stage at The Hotel Cafe, circa now.
Caroline Lazar - Georgia
With a fresh voice and a sticky-sweet serenade to years past, Caroline Lazar sketches a wistful and lonely sound on the back of an acoustic guitar ...
Captivating Pop from Africa and the West. - Irma: Va-ten
With equal helpings of pop sensibility and rhythmic fire, Irma combines her signature acoustic guitar with impeccable production and a flowing voca...
Captivating Indie Rock from Sioux Center. - The Ruralists: (Dis) Appear
A unique and profound amalgam of innovative indie rock, alternative folk-pop, and poetic individualism.
Captivating Indie Folk from London Explores the Dark Side of Capitalism. - Sandtimer: Three Cars
As we examine the trappings of economic decadence, we discover that the difference between prize and burden is not always plain.
Canadian Songwriter Vows to Carry the Adventure Forward. - JP Hoe: Say What You Want To Say
Reveals the inner monologue of a person that is both still searching and not ashamed to laugh at his failures along the way.
Canadian Indie Rock. - Amelie Patterson: Tic Tac Blues
A tumbling drum pocket propels this Americana-flavored personal meditation all the way to catharsis.
Canadian Future Bass Phenom Bounces Back from Hardship. - Tennyson: Feelwitchu
A nasty bout of mold poisoning in his childhood home filled him with existential dread: his ears were ringing and he couldnt even put on headphones.
Canadian Folk Lead Will Whitwham Releases Solo Project: End of Dreams EP
A solemn and poetic statement about rites of passage in the life of an artist.
Canada’s Latest Soul Pop Phenom. - Introducing Olivia Penalva: Judge Away
A veteran of both American Idol and America’s Got Talent, Penalva has one of those voices that will immediately find a way into your heart.
Callum Pitt - Happiness
Callum Pitt comes to us from Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, where he sits by the river and strums his guitar, whispering sweet nothings into the bel...
Californian Songwriter Now Living in Paris Sings Tribute to his Mother by Adoption. - Dylan Cox: Flying Martha
Offers an homage to the rich fabric of human connection and the inexplicable cost of separation and solitude.
California Dark Pop Future Legend. - Lyrah: Sorry CVS
A song about cancer and a criminal healthcare system and stealing peanut m&ms from CVS.
California Alt Country. - Bobcat Rob & The Nightly Howl: Popcorn Lung
Explores the boundary between alt-country and roots-pop, with a lyrical style that feels both deeply contemplative and subtly kittenish.
Caicos - Vega
Its a metaphor about life at 0 degrees Kelvin: the launch, the ride, the mishap, the recovery.
CSN Folk Classic Revisited. - Tall Heights x Ryan Montbleau: Helplessly Hoping
All we can do is helplessly hope. Were alone and were for each other.
COMA-CHI - water (feat. Josef Leimberg)
Surprising, genuine, and a true synthesis of genres - there are conscious hip-hop and old soul elements. Also funk.
COATS - The Ways
A direct exploration of the one-on-one energy of attraction, steeped in a complex production aesthetic and a clear point-of-view.
CHILLFILTR® Weekly Catch for November 18, 2024
A few new tracks from Mama Tjutju, Frantic Young Romantic, and more.
CHILLFILTR Radio. - The Last List of New Songs for 2021.
Welcome to the new year. We have lots of great songs to share.
CHILLFILTR Radio - Station Adds for September
September is typically the biggest month of the year for new releases. We added more great music to our radio playlist this past month than any oth...
CHILLFILTR Radio - Station Adds for August
We pick up new tracks mostly either from Bandcamp or directly from the artist or publicist. Songs that are registered with performance rights organ...
CHILLFILTR On Hold Until the New Year.
I have a few more pieces to write, and then I will be taking a break until January.
CHILLFILTR Founder Drops Indie Folk EP For Fans of Jackson Browne. - Krister Axel: Last Night I Dreamed I Was Awake
A distinctive style of warm & melodic vocal delivery couples with a lifelong commitment towards concise and colorful metaphor.
CHILLFILTR Announcements. - What Have We Learned So Far?
If anyone tells you that music isnt good anymore, just go ahead and punch them in the mouth.
CARDS & Ryons World - Halloween in the USA
Just like Halloween, you never know what you are going to get.
CAEZAR - Somewhere New
It’s the sound of eternal optimism, and of the hope that anywhere is better than this.
Buttery Indie Soul from Paris. - Irma: Venom Of Angels (Music Video)
Incorporates a sonic aesthetic that breathes classic soul, with a heart lain bare, a slow triplet feel on the piano, and buttery doo-wop vocals.
Buttery Downtempo Soul from Berlin. - Ben Esser: Stripes ft. emawk
Stripes touts a refreshing simplicity, combining an introspective lyricism with a sense of electronic rapture.
Butter Smooth Indie Soul Pop from Paris. - Later. Presents Their New Single Highway 10
We all want a love connection, but when it starts feeling like hard work, the time has come to think it over.
Brutus Begins - The Nothing Here
This is late-night party music, a bold spotlight on the common beauty of stylized lethargy and liquid depressants.
Brooklyn Songwriter Shares Quiet Moment. - Introducing Nina Moss: If I Could
An anthem for that emotional presence that leads us to press pause every once in a while.
Brooklyn Songwriter Drops New Single. - Jenny Kern: Run
A laid-back vibe that will resonate with anyone that spent their COVID year thinking too much about the things they couldnt change.
Brooklyn Songwriter Combines Chamber Pop with Jazz and Soul. - Brittain Ashford: Hand Wringing/In The Wings
The arc of the story of our lives belongs to us alone.
Brooklyn Folk-Pop. - Common Jack: Canyons in the Dark
A rallying cry for love, and the power we give each other to endure hardship.
Brooklyn Folk Song Written in Paris. - W.C. Beck: The Long Way Home
An ode to the wandering spirit that promises the best is yet to come.
Brooklyn Americana. - Josh Steinhart: Picture on the Wall
Even when we forget, we have the artifacts to remind us.
Brooding Instrumental Music from Austria. - Paul Haslinger: Undertow
A testament to the search for artistic fulfillment and the sense that a creators work is never done.
Brooding Alt Pop from Brooklyn. - Sam Himself: Like A Friend (Music Video)
Revels in the movement between old aspirations and the reality of current circumstance.
Broken Hearted Soul Pop from Nashville. - Jordy Searcy: friendship?
Echoes the modern fusion of a broken-hearted Donny Hathaway with the pop-savviness of John Mayer.
Brittany Campbell - My Garden
My Garden brings together some really deep electronic beats that would make P-Funk jealous, on a song that serves perfectly as a showcase for Campb...
Brisbane Songwriter Makes New Home in Stockholm. - Hazlett: My Skin
Nostalgic folk pop blends wistful, introspective lyrics with lush soundscapes and a touch of ballroom panache.
Brisbane Singer-Songwriter. - Hazlett: Fireworks
Emotional honesty that rings true as a self-affirmation: whoever I am, I am now.
Brisbane Indie Pop. - Hazlett: Suncats
Everything can be beautiful. Its just that sometimes, you have to wait.
Brighton Punk Rock. - Listen to YONAKA: Fired Up
Equal parts badass and diva, her lyrical aggression and powerful melodic cadence are perfectly matched to the bands impassioned chaos.
Breakout RnB Soul Star. - Samm Henshaw: Broke (Music Video)
An impeccable sense of timing puts this whole mix on solid ground, and the bass-playing and groove-making is as good as soul-funk ever gets.
Breaking LA Pop Artist Linney Sings to Future Bae: My Love
A testament to the fact that we all deserve to find exactly what we are looking for.
Break the Ties that Keep On Tanglin. - Listen to this Roots Driven Single from Christian Lopez
With a laid-back drum shuffle and a clean electric guitar, Lopez meshes the fond memories of a past love with the hard lessons we earn from a life ...
Brass Band Neo Soul from Amsterdam. - Gallowstreet x LYMA: Sativa (Music Video)
This laid-back exploration of indie jazz and neo soul is perfect for a lazy afternoon of soul-searching.
Brasko - TMYLM
The production could be Madonna circa Material Girl; a mix of electronic drums, layers of sine wave synths, and a clean funk guitar.
Brandon Prinzing & The Old Revival - Nerve
Folk-Punk is the perfect vehicle for the harsh self-assessment, with a hurt-you-to-love-you backbone to this urban fairy tale.
Brandon Jenner - Face the World
Face the World is a beautifully rendered and wistful sketch of the push-pull dynamics between erstwhile lovers, and of the longing to be understood.
Brandon Hoogenboom - Damn Good
Lives in that time-warp you can find most nights in the space between The Roxy and the Rainbow Room.
Brandi Carliles Voice Might Save Your Life
Radiohead did not invent the minor 5, or the stadium shuffle. They took it from Queen, who took it from The Who, who got it from The Band. Its fair...
Bozeman Indie Electronic. - Nes Croft: Ride Waves
Brings the inventiveness of a mad-scientist to the rich space of modern electronic music.
Boys Noize’s Fifth Studio Album +/- (Pronounced Polarity) Is out Now
Offers a glimpse of the high-speed evolution of Berlins simmering electronic music scene into a futuristic cross-genre exploration with worldwide a...
Box the Oxford - 1922
Its all poise and posture and expectation, the assembly of a perfect weekend with the building blocks of friendship, mystery, and attraction.
Bouncy Retro-Soul. - Rachel Mazer: Sparrows Wings
Mazer has concocted a moving, cross-genre example of her distinctly personal retro-soul.
Bouncy Indie Rock from California. - Nick Brodeur: Believe Its Your Time
Tapping a bouncy bass groove and live rhythm section, Brodeur combines elements of soul, electronic, and pop with a steady hand on electric guitar.
Bouncy Hip-Hop Grooves. - The Brodcast: Good SAmerican (feat. Gabes Torres)
We need this message right now.
Bouncy Electronic Pop from Dublin. - Fí: Over You
An enticing mixture of electronic pop vibes with intimate lyrics and a gorgeous vocal presence signifies a new path forward for Fís visionary artis...
Bouncy Electro Pop from Portland. - Zoë Ferguson: Medicine
Delivers a beautiful moment of personal redemption that is perfect for anyone bouncing back from a bad relationship.
Bouncy Electro Pop from Los Angeles. - Aaron Taos: Saboteur (music video)
Wherein we explore the world, have fun with our friends, and make something that we can be proud of.
Bouncy Country Blues with a Live Feel from San Francisco for Fans of Keb Mo. - Eric Long: No More
This laid-back, summery groove explores the last moments of a relationship that has run its course.
Boulder Songwriter Drops Synth Pop Masterpiece on Wolf Den Records. - Carolyn Hunter: Felt Like Love
Who really needs love when we can have so much fun just talking about it?
Boston Indie Pop. - Listen to Almost Owen: We Out Here
That moment when you set your troubles aside.
Boston Folk Rock. - Listen to Fontaine: Yesterday
Originality of the songwriting and production style sets Fontaine apart, but also the willingness to mesh genres in interesting ways.
Boston Duo Tall Heights Releases New Single Locked Out with Many Hats Distribution
An engaging soundscape mixes elements of retro synthwave with an endearing sense of vulnerability as we explore the helplessness of romantic codepe...
Boston Afrobeat-Soul. - Listen to The Last Love
A party-jam with flavors of jazz, Afrobeat, and 60’s disco-pop.
Boo Riley - Boo Riley
Fuses an electric sense of energy with an uplifting self-talk about rising to the moments of opportunity.
Bonobo Meets Jean-Michel Jarre. - Listen to Kip LaVie: Time Enough
A deep backbone of trip-hop and some electro-pop flavor.
Bonnie Raitt Meets BB King. - Camille Miller: Cover Me
Delivers a powerful mid-tempo rock message about how deeply we all need each other.
Bold Talent from West London. - Introducing KDVSGOLIATH: EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE LOVED.
We mourn the moments that are lost even as we celebrate a future that is full of possibility.
Bold Indie Pop from the UK. - Emma McGrath: Fall With You (music video)
With a bold chorus, a velvet-smooth lead vocal, and an imaginative lyrical style, the music of Emma McGrath will bring you to the catharsis you did...
Bold Forbes - 400 Years
Bold Forbes finds a middle ground between Bob Dylan and Violent Femmes. The production is gorgeous.
Bohemian Dream Pop. - Harry Nathan: Fool For Your Love
Even in our darkest moments, personal salvation is just a thought away.
Bob Sumner - Riverbed
The authentic core that informs this entire sound is a rare and important gift.
Bluestaeb - Left & Right
Bluestaeb gives us a synth-driven pocket groove, some enigmatic breaks, and an easy flow.
Blues Crooner Eric Long Sings Hey Now Baby.
This blues croon doubles as a lullaby for your broken heart.
Blue Monkey - Dive Bar Christmas
A heartwarming track that might be just what some of us need in the lonelier moments to come before the New Year.
Blissful RnB from Brooklyn. - Alex Mali: Obviously (official music video)
This unforgettable mixture of rhythmic feels and soul-inspired authenticity is just what you needed to shut out the world for a few blissful minutes.
Blissful Folk Music FFO Hollow Coves. - Michael Dunstan: Walk The Streets On Sunrise
Explores the spiritual and emotional value of personal stillness and the importance of solitude with a love letter to the empty streets at dawn.
Blauka - Figle Zuchwale
Georgina Tarasiuk puts her clear flutelike soprano in front of a peppy rock beat, and Peter Lewanczyk throws bells and synth and surf-guitar into t...
Blackaby - Georgie Wants A Garden
Its a few minor chords, drenched in butterfat, wrapped in a strummy electric guitar from Sterling Morrisons garage.
Bittersweet Groove from Two of Electronic Musics Brightest Stars. - LLusion x Cautious Clay: Sad4good
Brings the distinctive vocal talent of Cautious Clay together with LLusions keyboard wizardry, under the auspices of their collective talent as pro...
Bittersweet Acoustic Alt Pop from Switzerland for Fans of Elliott Smith. - Native: Its Been A While
Native does not create so much as he removes the obstruction from a truth that was already there.
Birds of Chicago - Superlover
Its a live performance with haunting natural reverb and a tremendous melancholy that seems to hang in the air after the band is finished.
Bilingual Pop Groove from X Factor Alumna. - Lauren Jauregui: Lento (Live Performance) | Vevo
A tropical, stripped-down soul-ballad that invites us all to slow down for a moment and really listen to the rhythm of our hearts.
Bilingual Indie Pop with Flavors of RnB. - Hansom Ēli: Monet
Moves effortlessly between languages and achieves a beautiful sense of stylistic poise - youve never heard anything quite like it.
Big Pop Hooks in Collab w Top EDM Producer. - BLAZAR x DAXSEN: Tomorrow
Delivers a slick, summertime vibe with big dance energy and a truly original lyric video that feels both fresh and colorful.
Big New Rock Vibes from Huddersfield. - Boxteles: Harry & Bruce
This band from West Yorkshire joins a classic, Telecaster-driven rock sound with explosive performances and a yearning to stay on tour.
Big Dance Pop Vibes from Romania. - Listen to Alex Parker x Bastien: All This Love
Bastiens instantly-recognizable contribution as lead vocalist make this a smooth vibe perfect for fans of the intersection between electronic beats...
Beyond Writers Block. - Im Sure Everything Will Be Back to Normal Soon.
Maybe what I feel right now is how everyone feels, but that doesn't make me feel any less alone.
Beth from Walking Dead Sings a Country Song for Your Broken Heart. - Emily Kinney: Holding Your Hand In Nashville
Kinneys experience navigating the spurious intimations of love brings authentic moments to mind, such as her memory of a perfect day in Nashville.
Best New Music - Spring Edition
For the month of April and May we have a fantastic list of songs from artists like Indigo De Souza, Arlo Parks, & Hiss Golden Messenger.
Berklee Grad Looks Inward. - Listen to Ariza: Someday
A moody visitation with the type of self-doubt that terrifies us, yet also drives our ambitions.
Berkeley Punk Rock. - SWMRS: Too Much Coffee (Vevo Live Performance)
Extends the raw core of punk-rock into the stressed-out world of being a twenty-something right here, right now.
Bentonia Style of the Delta Blues. - Robert Connely Farr: If It Was Up To Me
Blends superb natural tones with the enduring touchstones of a bluesman, and delivers the kind of wistful reckoning that pairs well with your favor...
Bentonia Bluesman Returns with Fire. - Robert Connely Farr: Shake It
His lyrics tell of lost love and catfish in the swamp—of hard nights and howling guitars.
Benjamin Lazar Davis - Right Direction
Beck, circa Sea Change, but with a boxier mix and these lo-fi drums that sound like old sneakers. The songwriting is top notch.
Ben Reneer - Swallow
The lyrics are thick and the message is simple: love endures. Tag this one as Ryan Adams underwater.
Ben Laver feat. Vian Izak - Save My Heart
You can feel the different instruments undulating into and out of focus, like a boat on the water, moving with the tide.
Bells and Robes - Jackal and the Moon
The Chinese dulcimer sound brings mystery and pomp while the belly-cry soul singing keeps the energy up.
Bells Deep - Parallel Reality
Somewhere on the indie alt-rock spectrum with equal helpings of irreverence, wit, and poetic timing.
Beezewax - Closer (feat. Jon Auer & Sophia Pettit)
It’s an exploration of life’s motivations, and of the curiosities and envies that push us to explore our earthly cages.
Bedroom Pop from New York. - Introducing juno roome: just like before
Delivers a fitting homage to the long trajectory of love.
Becky Hill Drops New Collab with Swedish EDM Phenom Galantis. - Watch the Music Video for Run.
Becky Hills music is exciting, uplifting, and from the heart.
Beautiful Indie Folk Pop from Western Massachusetts. - Izzy Heltai: Day Plan
Delivers a moment of blissful, creative escape from a world that can sometimes feel as lonely as it is prescriptive.
Beautiful Folk Pop from Edmonton. - Kaeley Jade: Years Ago
Beautifully developed, with melodic hooks and falsetto lifts right where you want them.
Beautiful Electronic Instrumental from San Diego. - Junior Knits: Morn
Moves from the folk-style intro into a dynamic groove that exposes a unique talent for subverting natural sounds into an electronic space of unimag...
Beau Diakos Highly Anticipated Debut Drops April 1. - Preview the Title Track from NYLON.
Combines elements of ethereal soul with hints of tropical jazz fusion.
Bears In Hazenmore - Wedding Season
It feels a bit like bouncing around your rich in-laws house with a glass full of expensive vodka.
Be the light in a cold world. - Listen to Grizfolk: Heavy Crown
The latest bass-jam to take you away to that special place.
Be Your Own Leader. - Indie Music On Tap: S2E5
Today we are talking about how people get stuck, the importance of finding your own leadership, and how the way we define success for ourselves is ...
Bay Area Songwriter Drops New Single on San Holos Bitbird Label. - demotapes: gravity
Presents a luscious vocal mix cut with dynamic instrumental interludes, a heartbeat kick drum, and layers of candy-coated synth that just pop.
Baroque-Pop Dance Hit. - Listen to Gold Spectacles: Moral Fibre
The thought that we are all one temptation away from a bad decision is both terrifying and exhilarating.
Bandcamp Prepares to Join Up with Epic Games.
Thanks for all you do to keep indie creators equipped to compete with the big guys.
Baltimore Writer and Performer Makes Soul Magic. - Imani Wj Wright: So I Thought
We are left to wonder why the end always comes too soon.
Baltimore Songwriter Explores a Complicated Past with New Pop Single. - Johnny Vice x Johan Lenox: Warwick
Johnny Vice gives us access to an artistic rawness that adds backbone to his dark-pop sensibility.
Baltimore Polymath Prepares for Enticing Debut. - Lawrence Connor: Love Affair
Breathing fresh life and vibrancy into his genre-bending experimentations with melody, texture, and groove.
Ballaké Sissoko - One Half of a Dream
The effortless exuberance of kora-driven melody is wonderful addition to almost any stylistic palate.
Badass LoFi Slow Funk. - Grandma x Rico Nasty: Stomp and Grind
Gritty visuals, oversaturated colors, and a sizzling vocal performance from Rico Nasty underscore the primal yawp of this urban get-down.
Bad Strangers - Cheap Wine
The harmonies are clear and precisely indifferent to one another, like two lovers shouting across a canyon.
Bad Flamingo - Miles
Husky, whispered vocals and colorful lyrics dot a landscape of rattlesnake shakers and twangy guitar riffs.
Baby FuzZ - Im Still Holding Out For You
Sometimes we get lost in that space of anticipation, and without closure there is no loss; we just float.
BC Roots Rock. - Listen to Mike Edel: Houdini
A layered and pop-friendly love-letter to the hope that lives in your heart.
BAYEM - Wreck
A fantastic showcase of modern production magic, featured against a backdrop of retro synth pop.
BASTARDIZÉR - Gruppensex (Mad House Chicago I.R.A. Cover)
This is music that conveys a certain kind of wickedness; a sort of sinful gloaming.
B. Hawksley - Stick Around
Rings that retro folk pop bell while adding a tropical sway and hints of classic art rock.
Award Winning Roots Pop from Toronto. - Donovan Woods: Clean Slate
A wistful roots-pop track that captures the early optimism of newfound love, and the innocent hope that things could be different this time around.
Award Winning Documentarians Set to Release New EP. - The Bergamot: Breakdown
Explores the sense of solitude and raw strength that is only found in desolate places.
Avant Jazz Meets Electronic Music in Montreal. - Colin Stetson: Contact
A suspenseful and dynamic combination of woodwind and string, crushed by the unyielding force of synthetic, modulated sound.
Ava Valianti - Laugh Track
Captures the weight of constant self-awareness, and pokes more than a little bit of fun at the way we take ourselves so seriously in this modern di...
Authentic Indie Pop FFO William Fitzsimmons. - Chance Peña: Beyond the View
Distills the uncertainty of self-discovery into an authentic vulnerability and the power of raw truth-telling.
Austrian-Icelandic Pop Duo Oehl Drops New Single. - Watch the video for Oehl: Keine Angst
Don‘t be afraid of change: it‘s inevitable. The only choice we have is to be an active part of it.
Austrian Indie Pop Inspired by the Movie Beautiful Boy. - Dream Noir: Mumford
Delivers a heartfelt examination of the challenges we face as strangers in a world that is indifferent to our personal struggles.
Austrian Indie Artist Pens Expressive Track in Recovery from Covid. - Mira Lu Kovacs: Stay A Little Longer
Balances the theatricality of Florence Welch with hints of effervescent folk, finishing with a glorious, tumbled-up melange of acoustic piano, voca...
Australian Troubadour Lays Roots in Europe. - Lucas Laufen: In Cologne
With whispered vocal tones, impressive fingerstyle, and a bit of starry-eyed pathos Laufen delivers another dynamic and lyrical masterpiece.
Australian Indietronica Hitmaker Drops New Single. - Boo Seeka: Dream
Injects a luscious and futuristic vocal mix into the signature alchemy of a pulsating kick drum and sizzling live energy.
Australian Indie-Pop. - Daggy Man: Is It Hard To Love Me?
A casual and melodic indie-pop experience augmented by a genuine sense of self-discovery.
Australian Indie Rock FFO The Bravery. - Introducing: Search Committee: The Empowerage Of Words
An impressive emotional range and natural band synergy make Search Committee one to keep your eye on.
Australian Indie Pop. - Blake Rose: Heavy Shit
Blake Rose is ready to define his own sound, one energetic hook at a time.
Australian Folk Pop. - Lucas Laufen: A Million Miles from Love
Tells a deeply symbolic story about how easy it is to be attached to all the wrong things.
Australian Folk Legend in the Making. - Michael Dunstan: Becoming Nobody
Delivers a gentle nylon acoustic sound accompanied by a timely message about the importance of both humility and self-acceptance.
Australian Electro Dance-Pop Powerhouse Confidence Man Returns. - Music Video: Feels Like A Different Thing
These are definitely the moves you are looking for.
Australian Artist Melds Textured RnB with Anthemic Future Pop. - Nick de la Hoyde: Close To U
Sometimes its hard to know what success looks like, but really the journey is the most beautiful part.
Austin Indie Jazz Pop FFO Norah Jones. - Margo Zelle: Lazy
True love is the kind of love that makes you woozy.
Austin Duo Celebrates Night of Nights. - STRVCK: Calling in Sick
Celebrates the realization that nothing will get in the way of the moment that is unfolding.
Aussie Indie Rock. - Listen to Camarano: When I Had Infinity
It is never too late to be the person you want to be.
Augustus James - The Hardest Part
It starts out with a simple snare shuffle and some muted horns, and that vocal weaves in like a Whiskeytown Ryan Adams.
Auckland Indie Pop. - BENEE: Evil Spider
Explores the rich moments of love-struck madness with a sense of poise and easy flow.
Aubrey Haddard - Seaweed & Sand
Part of the beauty of this is the large metaphor of being lost at sea, and that mindset of thirst and hallucination.
Aubrey Haddard - I Should Know Better
The city lights along Atlantic avenue; a cross-section of the filth and fever of a city mad with its own energy.
Aubrey Haddard - Charley
It is Blues, it is Soul, and it is the clear synergy of both a strong writers point-of-view and a kickass backing band.
Atmospheric Electronic Pop from Hamburg, Germany. - Listen to BOWIE x NAKED CAT: Easy
This shimmering indie gem is reminiscent of the gleaming violet-on-white coastal sunsets from the beaches of California, reminding us that life i...
Atlantic Records Signs TikTok Star. - Watch the Music Video for Jax: Ring Pop
Jax connects with fans through a combination of raw talent, unforgettable hooks, and emotional relatability.
Astronaut DJ Pop Jam. - Watch Golden Vessel: MOONSTONE
The thrill here is a sort of projection, like a shadow on the moon.
Ashland, Oregon: Local Songwriter Krister Axel Gets a Moment in the Spotlight
Its been 15 years since I recorded Georgia Rain, and 12 years since I recorded Something Beautiful, which have turned out to be my top tracks since...
Ashland, Oregon: CHILLFILTR Celebrates 1 Year of Independent Music Reviews
Thank you to all the record labels, publicity shops, and individual artists that send their songs in for coverage.
Ascendant, Gloomy Dance Rock Gives Nod to LCD Soundsystem and Simple Minds. - Rey Pila: Let It Burn (Music Video)
Progressing from promising Mexican garage-rockers to household names on the cross-genre spectrum between indie rock, electro, trap, and dancehall.
Ascendant Newcomer Mixes Hip Hop with RnB. - Dax: I Need A Break
Explores the ragged, emotional toll of a broken heart, and exposes a side of Dax that is closer to the eclectic pop of Post Malone than his previou...
Ascendant Indie Pop from Los Angeles. - Christian French: make or break up
A laid-back, melodic exploration of the need for transparency and honest communication in any relationship.
As Good as Love
I have cold stones in my heart And the color of desire Is dark against the night as the lights in Hollywood flicker
Ariza - Distant
Its a patchwork quilt of electronic images. A shuffled and sparse delivery of kick to snap with some massive vocoder groundwork.
Arista Signs Young Alt Pop Phenom. - Listen to carolesdaughter: violent
On her last trip to rehab, which lasted 6 months, she decided to bring a guitar with her. The rest is history.
Arista Records Prodigy from New Jersey. - Ant Saunders: Yellow Hearts (music video)
Saunders delivers proof that pure and personal artistic expression can connect directly to fans around the world - no emojis needed.
Arista Newcomer Documents a Difficult Transition to Los Angeles. - Zach Hood: I Miss My Friends
Zach focuses on telling a story with his songs: whether that be the wounds of his fractured family, the struggle to connect with a new environment,...
Arcade.dev Builds SSO for AI Agents
Arcade.dev offers unparalleled access to well tested and production-ready product integrations.
Arbour Season - Leaving Delaware
Ahead lies hope, the necessary future, the unblemished night sky; a quiet and peaceful place with flowing rivers, fresh air, and a harmonica.
Appalachian Roots. - Shane Leonard: Empire Builder
A lucid and bouncy self-examination about the importance of committing to the right path at the right time.
Anxiety Club - Love Rescue Me
Dressed in the jangly britches of country music, Anxiety Club delivers a longing plea for a little bit of mercy.
AntiFragile Signs Electro Pop Artist from Seattle. - BLAZAR: I Like It That Way
Exploring the flood of emotion from a mutual attraction, I Like It That Way probes the instant physical chemistry of a new love.
Anthemic Nashville Indie Pop. - Bre Kennedy: Ribbon
Its not enough to learn the lesson, you have to live the conviction.
Anthem to Self Empowerment. - Don Diablo and Jessie J: Brave
We connect with the person we are meant to be.
Another Update from North Country. - Still Waiting to Close on this House.
Even in the most generous of predications, it would be hard to make the case that I have anything to complain about. So I will attempt to simply ex...
Another Upbeat Drop from Philly RnB Phenom. - KID TRAVIS: Where Youre From
A catchy, rhythmic ode to the dream of fixing our past with the clarity of hindsight. If only that were possible.
Another Stellar Auerbach Collaboration. - Listen to Robert Finley: Sharecroppers Son
The kind of album that gets better every time you listen to it—so you might as well get started.
Another List of Great Songs Just in Time for the Holidays.
They are not Christmas songs, but I think we have enough of those already.
Another Infectious Collab from Australia. - Golden Vessel: so far (feat. FELIVAND)
This kind-hearted anthem to the first moments of love is a fitting musical companion for anyone whose heart is aflutter.
Anonymous NYC Creator Recalls a Lost Love. - Peter Lake: Stones Keep Rolling Through
When you love someone or something you give it power over you.
Anonymous London-based Producer Releases New Music. - Watch the Video for The Sanctuary: Kora
Delivers an uplifting and mysterious vibe that belongs equally to the dance floor and as it does a modern, urban labyrinth.
Announcing Latest Full Length Release Sunset Avenue. - Kid Travis: Nothing To Do (Deja Vu)
A satisfying testament to the power of music for making dreams come true.
Annie DiRusso - Jonathan
With an understated sense of authority, Annie DiRusso puts the painful memory of a doomed love to its final resting place.
Anna Tivel with Band Performing Title Track: The Question
Anna Tivel performs the title track from her new album with full band at Headwaters in Ashland, Oregon.
Anna Tivel - Animal Poem
Explores the liminal space between humanity and primal existence; the space between illusion and hard truth.
Anime and Nerdcore Favorite Drops New Collab. - AmaLee: Villain Vibes (feat. Mori Calliope)
Dominating the fertile ground between anime and popular culture.
Anime Inspired Electro Pop from Tokyo. - Listen to Blanchehor: up
Marries warm synth arpeggios with a dance-club beat and a naturally gorgeous lead vocal performance from Luschka.
Angelic Soul from the UK. - James Bay: Bad
We are left with the painful residue of a tough situation.
Angelic Piano Pop from Berlin for Fans of Rufus Wainwright. - Andreas Vey: The One (Music Video)
Empty streets and an empty heart can, together, create beauty from the rich silence of a city that sleeps.
Ane Diaz - Allè Viene Un Corazòn
A simple triplet shuffle on the snare with brushes, some tasty harmonies, and a bleeding soul. Sometimes that is all it takes.
Andy Suzuki & The Method - Medicine
Fades easily into the current context of fist-pumping festival rock, adding a few tricks from the dubstep playbook in the process.
Andy Frasco & the UN Perform at the Talent Club in Talent, Oregon
This is the type of hedonistic self-sabotage that just feels right every once in a while. --- live video and photography by Krister Axel
Andy Frasco & The U.N. - Cant Force Love
This road-tested band of brothers reveals their sensitive side with an empathetic ballad about keeping your eye on the prize.
Andrew Phelan - Sharks
The open-eyed exploration of a turbulent past in the visceral language of rock-and-roll.
Andrew OShea - ECLIPSE
Andrew OShea is at the forefront of genre crossover, marrying elements of trap with the original dubstep sensibility.
Andrew James & The Steady Tiger - Under The Umbrella
The simple and beautiful vocal harmony, the cello, and the acoustic guitar add some real depth to to the sense of longing.
Andrea Magee - Chase The River
An encouraging and heart-positive call for intimacy and raw, emotional honesty.
Anderson Rocio - Lovesick (In December)
When the world buzzes with light and love, so too does the darkness shine.
And the World Smiles Back at Them. - American Authors: Before I Go
An emotional paean to the love of your life.
Anatomy of a Crypto Scam. - An Audius Drop, A Browser Based Wallet, and a Random Discord Message.
I make the mistakes so you dont have to.
An Upbeat Blend of Indie Rock and Roots-Driven Soul. - Relick: la magie
Mixes a silky vocal performance from Amber Nicholson with a nod to soul and psychedelic rock.
An Unverified Collection. - How did we get here, and what can we do about it?
We have other collections in the pipeline right now, and all I want is for our fans and investors to know that our heart is in the right place.
An Inspired Mix of Modern Pop and Classic Soul. - Rowe: Daze
Mixing elements of chilled-out synth, layers of vocal harmony, and riffs on the electric piano into a personal testimony about losing yourself in ...
An Important Update: CHILLFILTR and Related Entities
The goals have not changed, but the timeframe is now slightly different.
An Empowering Mix of Indie Rock and Electronic Pop. - Victoria Canal: Victoria
A spectacular vocal performance and a dynamic sound that is dressed in layers of synth-pop and vocoder-assisted production magic.
An Edgy Fusion of Hip Hop with Persian Music. - CHAII: Lightswitch (Music Video)
Fuses elements of hip-hop and house with Persian music, and delivers a bold statement about the nexus between personal style, innovation, and the u...
Amy Jay - Grief
Grief is a track that deals with a difficult subject by using catharsis, by replacing the sense of loss with a feeling of accomplishment.
Amsterdams Indie Pop Powerhouse Returns with New Single. - Watch the Video for Celine Cairo: The Fire
With a fresh new album, over 14 million streams to date, and a growing fanbase, 2021 just might be Cairos breakout year.
Among the Acres - Falling
A natural and inspired meeting between elements of Americana, folk, and pop makes this song feel immediately familiar.
Among Lynx - Time
Among Lynx has a new take on the gritty high-energy roots of rock music, and has reassembled the same elements that created a blues craze 50 years ...
Americas Troubadour. - Franc Cinelli: Fly
Crystallizes the meeting between artistic inspiration and a need for order in the attic of the mind.
Americana with a Touch of Country. - Charles Wesley Godwin: Strawberry Queen
A graceful and authentic story which stands as a testament to the staying power of true love.
Americana from Vancouver. - The Crescent Sky: Steady (Here and in Between)
Joins the rugged vocal-power of the American folk canon with a pop-friendly production sense. --- photo credit: Anna Ratzlaff
Americana from British Columbia. - Adam Winn: Pouring Rain
A soundtrack for that first, difficult lesson about love: sometimes you just get caught in the rain.
Americana from Australia. - Good Will Remedy: Caroline
Discovers a way to celebrate the fact that things don’t always work out.
Americana Storytelling from Edmonton. - Scot Free Sessions: Istanbul
When it comes to shaking the sadness from our bones, we so seldom find what we are looking for.
Americana Pop Duo firekid Drop Live Version of Their Catchy New Track Good and Greasy
This amalgam of folk sensibilities and modern electronic pop mojo puts Hodges skill as a flatpicker on full display while poking fun at the inters...
Americana Meets Indie Pop. - Joe Bryson: Already Love You
A celebration of life and good times that captures the moment when attraction turns to affection, and the dream of a union begins to be real.
Americana Folk Pop from DC for fans of Allison Krauss. - Liv Greene: New Yorks Arms
An easy mix of bluegrass, youthful energy, and melodic vibrato that is perfect for fans of Alison Krauss.
Americana Duet with Robert Ellis. - Jamie McDell: Worst Crime
Retraces the steps of a lost love, with equal helpings of country roots and self-incrimination.
American Idol Finalist Teams Up with Pendulum Drummer. - The Private Language: Afterglow
An enticing mix of elevated songcraft, buttery electronic grooves, and edgy pop modernism.
American Authors feat. Bear Rinehart of NEEDTOBREATHE - Neighborhood
A validation for anyone’s urge to find the path as yet untaken.
Ambient Piano. - Listen to Jamie Chambers: This Is Not Me
We find perfection in the endings, just as we do the beginnings.
Ambient Piano Instrumental. - Listen to Astralus: Respite
Simmers with a slow sense of purpose, finding salvation in a natural minor, and the resonant wood of the machine itself.
Ambient Piano Instrumental from Norway. - Selsom: Folge
This ambient flow of sonic nuance creates an inviting landscape for you to relax, focus, or sleep.
Ambient Music from Wild Sounds. - Junior Knits: Yellowstone Modem
A soothing downtempo vibe that is deeply musical and very unique.
Ambient Music from Melbourne Mimics the Sound of a Sunrise. - IKSRE: August
Offers us the strength to live beyond a temporary darkness, one moment at a time.
Ambient Instrumental. - TROVA: Ayer Te Vi
Delivers a powerful mid-tempo rock message about how deeply we all need each other.
Ambient Instrumental. - Christopher Willits: Pacific 1
Joins a mellow and inviting soundscape with this sonic metaphor for celestial rebirth.
Ambient Instrumental. - BARTH: curiosity waves
A simple and confident moment spent in the glow of self-discovery, returning to the power of what is authentic and visceral.
Ambient Electronica from Melbourne. - Listen to Kendl: Ella
This type of spacious mix and gentle groove-making can be the perfect mood for a productive morning.
Amaroun - Indecisive
This is emotional discovery via the blueprint of risk-takers like PJ Harvey and Eryka Badu; life is the mystery and these lyrics are an explanation...
Amanda Cy - Weightless
Offers a sparse, ice cold take on the rhythm section that echoes the work of minimalist groove technicians like Mac DeMarco, Bahamas, and Faye Webs...
Aman Alem - All Eyes
This butter-smooth love-jam is easy on the ears, and will transport you, if only for a moment, to the place we all deserve to be: next to the one w...
Alternative RnB from San Francisco Explores Romance and Vulnerability. - Samica: Take Me Back
Further establishes Samicas credentials as a singer-songwriter with an alternative R&B edge and a voice to die for.
Alternative Hip Hop from SoCal. - Ois4 Omari: Catfish
A bold statement for the Tinder generation about what can happen when you hook up with someone you met online.
Alt-Country Roots. - Trevor Stott: Halfway in the Night
We are beautiful precisely because we are broken.
Alt Rock from Leeds. - Listen to KOYO: Circles
A feel-good soundtrack for moments of pedestrian futility.
Alt Pop Explores the Broken Pieces of Failed Romance. - Alex Oaiza: Hazy
Alex Oaiza comes to terms with a long list of romantic complications: whether it be personal differences, bad timing, or just the sense of being ov...
Alt Country Crooner from Melbourne Drops New Single. - Riley Catherall: Leave Me Out to Dry
Even in our moments of weakness, we can choose to see something beautiful.
Ally Palmer - Under The Night Sky
That vocal is such a campfire angel, somehow it all works together. Its just a cozy kind of thing.
Alle Farben - Sticker On My Suitcase
Get ready for a bouncy trip around the world with this multi-platinum groovemaker.
All-Star Latin Dance Pop Collaboration Drops Summer Anthem of the Year. - R3HAB, TINI & Reik: Bésame (I Need You)
A subtle fusion of signature sounds from three of the top names in electronic dance music and Latin pop.
All the important messages are the quietest. - Indie Music on Tap: S2E3
Dan is a middle child, who was always rebellious and found his voice as a sibling by pivoting away from the domineering first child, and the happy-...
All Star Country Rock Produced in Nashville. - Mark Erelli: The River Always Wins (Music Video)
What do we see in the rear-view mirror once we remove the fog of youth, ambition, and self-righteousness?
Alien Future Pop. - WHATEVER WE ARE: LIMBO
Exploring the power of personal honesty, and the beauty that lives in a simple friendship.
Alidade - Origin Story
This burning - the idea of finally facing our own demons - is different for everyone.
Alexander Wright - Metamorphosis
A smooth minute feeling the connection between downtempo percussion, a kick-drum pulse, and tuneful synth artistry.
Alexander Wren - Had Me at Goodbye
A young performer with a surprisingly mature aesthetic that mixes a pop-crooner sensibility with elements of retro soul, Americana, and classic rock.
Alexander Wren - Dont You Go Fallin
The I’m-too-gritty-to-be-loved lone-wolf with one hand on the truth and the other on a bottle.
Alexa Kate - again & again
This introspective and plaintive song will resonate with anyone who has spend time on that wheel of romantic self-immolation.
Alexa Cappelli Reminds us not to Judge a Book by its Cover. - Watch the Video for Body Language
An upbeat electro pop burner with a sticky groove that serves as a warning in these days of limited social contact.
Alex Vickery - Warmest Regards
Alex Vickery buries the hatchet of her bad love in the fertile ground of modern Indie Pop.
Alex Siegel - Daydreaming Pilot
Its a walk in the afternoon sunshine; in the style of an Elliott Smith, Alex Siegel makes groove entirely out of a guitar strum and the barest of d...
Alex Oaiza - Keeper (feat. Nojo Wallace)
There has never been a better time to start believing in something.
Alex Francis - Free
Its a soul-heavy pop sound somewhere between Ray LaMontagne and Allen Stone. The lead vocal is emotional and endearing, with equal parts gravel and...
Alex Bayly - Wade in the Water
Dreamy guitar licks and a tight bass line keep this track driving like a folk arrow through snow. It’s a track that belongs in your roots collection.
Alchemy in Ashland, Oregon: Annual Dickens Feast Since 1982 Features 6 Delicious Courses and Music by the Winchester Singers.
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Alberta Cross - Find A Home Out There
The voice of Petter Ericson Stakee adds the spice, taking the bones of a simple folk-pop song and elevating it with a classic and warmly understate...
Albert Hammond, Jr - Far Away Truths
The message is clear, from the song, as well as the artist: were just a moment away. Rejoice.
Alanis Morissette Drops Empathetic New Single For Fans Only: Listen to Diagnosis
Diagnosis offers a sense of validation to everyone that is feeling the effects of continued isolation: you are not alone. Well get through this, to...
Alae - Stone Cold
Alae is able to conceive a tapestry of cool and weave in the stuff of jazz, trip hop, and indie pop.
Ajaye Jardine - Fill it Up Again
Its a classic rock tube amp tremolo to start it out; a classic sound of the blues. This is the road-warrior version.
Aja9 - Limbo
Extends the metaphor of reaching towards the future into the vulnerable space of personal revelation.
Airhockey - You Dont Mind
An emotional soundtrack to the decryption of adulthood and the unravelling of life’s secrets.
Aggressive Indie Pop from Brisbane FFO Robyn. - Neverkid: When It Comes To You (music video)
A raw and personal vision of aggressive, rhythmic indie pop, perfect for fans of Robyn.
Aggressive Electronic Pop with Hints of Deep House. - Pawl x Discrete x Ebenezer: 5 AM
A groove-heavy party anthem that can be heard as both a celebration of late-night debauchery, and a condemnation of it.
Aggressive Alt Pop from Los Angeles. - McCall: Disaster (Official Music Video)
A masterpiece of sound and color that combines a lo-fi visual aesthetic with themes of emotional honesty and sudden rapture.
Afrobeat Dance Vibe. - The Uprise ft. MC Hollywood: Picasso
Combines a weakness for twerking with assorted eye-candy and a groove that won’t quit.
Adeline Hotel - Habits
Natural, plus something: the lead guitar is left to slowly wander into a state of total self-importance, like a kid jamming in his garage while the...
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Adam Faucett - Nobody Wanna See This Alone
Faucett's music draws from the landscapes of rural Arkansas as well as an insatiable curiosity for exploring the unknown.
Adam Douglas - Honestly, I Expected Better
The piano, acoustic guitar, and tight-brush drum sound, along with the lyrical persona, could all be from 1970s Laurel Canyon, like a co-write betw...
Across The Board - Sonic Boom
In between the front-and-center lead vocals, the reverb, and the cheeriness, there is a fashionable energy that makes this song feel like an instan...
Acoustic Roots Ensemble with Gorgeous Vocals. - Listen to The Western Den: Like You Do
Beyond the hallmarks of an elegant example of chamber pop, the quality and approachability of the lead vocal performance is exceptional.
Acoustic Pop Catharsis. - Listen to Sabel: Mirth Drive
A cathartic light in the darkness for any girl with a lonely heart.
Acoustic Peace-Pop. - Listen to: Im Not Your Enemy
Healing the world starts with forgiveness, and nothing else.
Acoustic Instrumental Music for Fans of Michael Hedges. - Andrew Kasab: Fireflies
Brings the subtle beauty of harmonic resonance together with a lively finger-pattern and a sense of patient introspection.
Acoustic Indie Pop. - Listen to Adrianne Lenker: symbol
A beautifully resonant and unhurried visit with the inner workings of a creative mind on the run.
Acoustic Indie Pop from UK for fans of Jon Bellion. - Jotsey: Colours
Combines acoustic guitar, percussion, and a buttery bass line with pop melodies and a potful of romantic frustration.
Acoustic Indie Pop from Long Island. - Josh Tobias: Like Yourself
A song about fighting with your lover and your inner demons at the same time.
Acoustic Indie Folk from Europe and Australia. - Paper Towns: Steal You Away
A unique and refreshing brand of acoustic folk-pop that shines a light on the enduring connection between lovers.
Acoustic Folk. - Steven Delopoulos: Yellow and Green
An enticing trip on a cool river to the zen-like confluence of folk, jazz, and electronica.
Acoustic Folk. - Noah Derksen: What Kind of Love is That
An endearing roots-infused melancholy, dedicated to the hard lessons about life that we learn from love itself.
Acoustic Folk from the UK - Mabes: Saint
A note-to-self about the place where destiny meets a burning sense of indecision.
Acoustic Folk Pop. - Homme de Fleurs: Contact ft. Emmalee Madden
A masterpiece of poetic statement, palpable melancholy, and cosmic truth.
Acoustic Folk Exposes Raw Emotion and Hard Won Catharsis. - Suzy Callahan: Not Exactly Sad
Left with unresolved feelings and unanswered questions, Callahan forges her own sense of closure from the memories that she has chosen to keep.
Acoustic Ballad from Nashville Explores Emotional Isolation. - Josie Dunne: Lost (Music Video)
Leaves us all with something to learn about a modern landscape of conflicting priorities that so often leads to emotional paralysis.
Acclaimed British Blues-Rock Duo Returns to the Beginning. - Ferris & Sylvester: Golden
Lush harmonies and horn accents are brought to life at the venue where Issy and Archie first met: London’s beloved Spiritual Bar, progressing throu...
Abhi The Nomad - Somebody to Love (Acoustic Version)
A street-vibe, and a sense of youthful urgency inform this lonesome love song.
Abby Payne - Night Ride
A heartfelt and genuine anthem to personal vindication with a burning sense of purpose.
Aaron Taylor - Get Through This
Kicks are fatter now and we got a sample for that. Its dirty and funky and greazy, all at the same time.
ATLiens x Badrapper - IMMA
The energy build, the double-time, and the super-human drum speed adds up here to a ruthless sense of groove, and some dark, futuristic energy.
ASHRR - Sometimes
Its a chaotic song for a chaotic time; the video is half horror flick, and half biopic. In LA, only weird is normal.
ARLO - Disturbing The Peace
There is a distinct minimalism to the vocal mix here: instead of stacking parts on top of the lead vocal, ARLO opted instead for a few small contra...
ALYA - Puppet Strings
It’s both distraught and serene, like the calm pocket inside the eye of the storm.
AIR APPARENT Drops New Single in a Collaboration with Krysta Youngs and Julia Ross: All By Yourself
If we all took ownership of our own mistakes, the world would be much easier to navigate for those of us still looking for a romantic connection.
ADRIAN CHALIFOUR - OPEN HEART ft. JIMBO (Official Video)
Joins a distinct vocal style with hooky breaks and a hint of high-energy blues.
A Vulnerable Moment with Billboard Dance Chart Hit Maker. - JES: Imagination (Acoustic Video)
Imagination presents JES in a moment that is at once her most vulnerable, and unsurprisingly, her most beautiful.
A Valley Son - The Ghost of Philip Seymour Hoffman
Yes, its an homage, but its in a tradition of Indie hat-tipping that goes back to Weezer calling out Buddy Holly on The Blue Album.
A Triumphant Return for this Songwriting Duo from London. - Meadowlark: Whats It Like To Love Me
Offers a glimpse into the messy, storm-struck harbors of young love, adulthood, and self-realization.
A Trip to Austin to perform at Austin City Limits and Willie Nelsons Ranch
A big shout-out to my buddy Shawn Pander, who called me up to sit in on his ACL gig because his main keyboard guy was in Italy.
A Tribute to Self Love for Fans of Kelsea Ballerini. - Harriet Manice: Let You Down
Explores the difficult process of weighing personal ambition against the proclivities of love.
A Tribute 2 Femininity from LA Pop Star. - Anjulie & Natalia Lafourcade (ft Phyno): Holy Water
A heady visual experience that feels both sultry and mysterious, as we are compelled to join Anjulie on the permanent dance-floor of her charmed life.
A Short but Snappy Playlist for August.
Summer is almost over but the music goes on. My MVP for this month is Houndmouth.
A Shining Light in the World of Folk Pop. - Hazlett: Tell Me What You Dream About
Hazlett writes consistently fantastic songs at the intersection of folk and pop, with a distinctive vocal aesthetic and an ever-present acoustic gu...
A Roots Driven Catharsis of Connection to Nature. - Chicken Mama: Surrender
A direct and tangible connection to the spirituality of rebirth, delivered through a synergy of rhythm and melody that feels both cathartic and res...
A Quick Look at Current Market Conditions. - Electric Boats and Personal Watercraft.
2021 will be a banner year for introducing quiet, pollution-free electric motors to the market for small boats and PWC.
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A Powerful Mix of Folk and Pop. - Mary Middlefield: Two Thousand One
Mary Middlefield might call Switzerland home, but her music certainly would be comfortable on the coffeeshop circuit of the Pacific Northwest.
A Powerful Mix of Electro Pop and Personal Catharsis. - Zerbin: Twenty Nine
A powerful mix of electro-pop and well-incubated personal catharsis adds depth to the sonic footprint of this prolific musical artist.
A Modern Twist on the Classic Laurel Canyon Vibe. - Kids In America: Sad Songs (feat. ISHMAEL)
Kids In America are ready to make serious waves in the new year with their debut album set for release through Rix Records / The Orchard.
A Mellow Mix of RnB and Hip Hop from India. - Tushar Mathur x Shayan Roy: Stepping About
Does productivity have to be our only measure of self-worth? Hard work is important, but so is the ability to take a step back, and relax.
A Mellow Indie Folk Vibe. - Oscar Thorburn: Burning Out
The mellow indie-folk vibe here pairs well with a lyrical theme of redemption, as Thorburn makes peace with a difficult past and a bright future.
A Luxurious Blend of Slowcore and Electronica from Italy. - Nother x Moon Leap: US
Be the fire when there’s nothing left to burn.
A Laid Back Late-Summer Anthem from Wales. - New Wolves: City Air
With big hooks and an enigmatic vocal presence, this promising new outfit is ready to export their unique brand of Indietronica beyond the placid s...
A Beautiful Indie Rock Catharsis. - Isla June: Knew You When
A release from our memories, and the power they hold over us.
80s Disco Pop Revival Fused with Deep House. - Harry Nathan: Last Call
A voice and melody that makes widespread use of digital effects and autotune, fused with a throwback, slow disco sensibility.
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