Girl Tones, the high-energy indie rock duo of sisters Kenzie and Laila, continue their momentum with their latest single โBlame,โ 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 Nashvilleโs Dive Motel, captures the duoโs chemistry and sense of fun. Girl Tones hit the road with Silversun Pickups this summer, including a stop at Nashvilleโs Brooklyn Bowl on July 25.
MUSTARD SERVICE: “GOING NOWHERE” — NEW MUSIC
Miamiโs Mustard Service returns with โGoing Nowhere,โ 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 โi canโt wait!โ Layered with moody textures and raw lyricism, the track captures that heavy, hard-to-function feelingโand the hope of finally moving past it. โIt plays into the idea of being excited to โnever feel like this again,โโ 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
Nashvilleโs The New Tropics continue building momentum with โWildflower,โ a bright indie rock track blending breezy vocals and melodic charm. Inspired by growing pains and self-acceptance, the song offers a glimpse of whatโs to come on their upcoming EP, due out in August 2025.
BEE BLACKWELL: โLALALA” — NEW MUSIC + DIY VIDEO
Austin alt-rocker Bee Blackwell shares โLALALA,โ a dreamy and emotionally layered lead single from her upcoming EP Nine Lives, out June 20. Recorded at Sonic Ranch and self-produced, the track blends soft harmonies, introspective themes, and a swirling emotional climax rooted in past connection.
NARDIA: NEW SINGLE & MUSIC VIDEO: โIS IT YOUโ
Dreamy neon and soulful vocals collide in Nardiaโs new single โIs It You.โ The Melbourne singer blends blues roots with modern R&B as the retro-diner video blurs reality and fantasy, setting the tone for her upcoming album Own Every Scar, arriving in July.
LEFTOVER SALMON NEW SONG + NASHVILLE PREVIEW
Bluegrass trailblazers Leftover Salmon team up with legend Del McCoury on their new single โTwisted Pine.โ The band returns to Nashvilleโs Basement East on May 8 for a night of fresh tracks, fan favorites, and genre-bending jamgrass energy.
PLAYLIST SPOTLIGHT ARTIST: CHARMER โ โBLUE JAYโ
Michiganโs Charmer returns with โBlue Jay,โ a gripping new single from their upcoming album Downpour. Blending melodic grit with emotional weight, the track captures the quiet intensity of a moment that changed everything.
PLAYLIST ARTIST SPOTLIGHT: DAISY THE GREAT
Daisy the Greatโs upcoming album, The Rubber Teeth Talk promises catchy melodies and introspective lyrics, The lead single, โBallerina,โ delves into the unattainable ideals of perfection, showcasing the bandโs unique sound and thoughtful storytelling. Check out the song in our playlist spotlight!

