We’ve been spinning new tracks across alt-folk, indie rock, and pop—from Ginger Winn, Ant Thomaz, Penelope Road, late night drive home, and Ginn. See why they made this week’s Fresh Finds.
Fresh Finds From East of 8th: This Week’s Playlist Picks
Kesha Releases . (Period), Brings Tour to Nashville
Kesha’s new album . (Period) is out now—an intentional, genre-blending release that marks a new era of creative freedom. She brings it to Nashville’s Ascend Amphitheater on July 15 with support from Scissor Sisters and Slayyyter.
Remi Goode’s “Might Not Be True” Embraces Contradiction
Alt-folk artist Remi Goode offers a reflective new single, “Might Not Be True,” as the first preview of her debut full-length album Things I’ve Said Before, out September 26. Known for her classical guitar work and layered songwriting, Goode continues to explore emotional nuance with quiet intensity.
From Jam to Indie: Kyle Hollingsworth’s “All We Are”
Kyle Hollingsworth offers a first glimpse of his upcoming solo album with the introspective alt-rock single “All We Are.” Known for his work with The String Cheese Incident, Hollingsworth trades jam-heavy arrangements for focused songwriting and subtle textures. The new track arrives alongside a custom beer collaboration with 4 Hands Brewing, with the full album due August 1 and a fall tour on deck.
New Music Roundup: 5 Artists You Shouldn’t Miss (June 2025)
Summer may be packed with festivals, but there’s plenty of new music offstage too. We’ve added fresh tracks from Haley Ganis, Pleasure Pill, Olivia Dean, Charlotte Boin, and Bex Lindsey to the East of 8th Spotify Playlist — a mix of indie-pop, alt-rock, and Britpop revival you won’t want to miss.
GIRL TONES: “BLAME” | NEW MUSIC + VIDEO
Girl Tones, the high-energy indie rock duo of sisters Kenzie and Laila, continue their momentum with their latest single “Blame,” a track that explores conflict, pride, and vulnerability. Produced by Brad Shultz of Cage the Elephant, the song blends emotional depth with raw energy. The spirited video, filmed at Nashville’s Dive Motel, captures the duo’s chemistry and sense of fun. Girl Tones hit the road with Silversun Pickups this summer, including a stop at Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl on July 25.
MUSTARD SERVICE: “GOING NOWHERE” — NEW MUSIC
Miami’s Mustard Service returns with “Going Nowhere,” a breezy yet bittersweet track that dives into the thrill of mutual bad decisions.
VALORIES: “i can’t wait!” — NEW MUSIC
Nashville alt-pop artist VALORIES explores emotional burnout on her new single “i can’t wait!” Layered with moody textures and raw lyricism, the track captures that heavy, hard-to-function feeling—and the hope of finally moving past it. “It plays into the idea of being excited to ‘never feel like this again,’” she explains.
BOYFRIEND: IN THE GARDEN | ALBUM REVIEW
A concept album that plays like a stage production, In The Garden reimagines the story of Eden through a queer, feminist lens. Boyfriend casts Eve as the central force of agency and curiosity, with help from collaborators like Billy Porter, Jake Shears, Peaches, and Big Freedia. From its bold casting to its experimental pop-meets-theater sound, this ambitious project asks listeners to reconsider everything they thought they knew about the original sin.
THE NEW TROPICS: “WILDFLOWER” — NEW MUSIC
Nashville’s The New Tropics continue building momentum with “Wildflower,” a bright indie rock track blending breezy vocals and melodic charm. Inspired by growing pains and self-acceptance, the song offers a glimpse of what’s to come on their upcoming EP, due out in August 2025.
