independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
For the last 17 years, iconic folk pop band Sister Hazel, who began their storied career in the early 90s, has hosted an event called The Rock Boat; essentially a maritime music festival that occurs every February, adventurous music lovers are treated to a lineup that features the best of what’s next and established artists alike... Continue Reading →
Friends, words cannot adequately express the amazingness of the 2017 Savannah Stopover Music Festival lineup! Savannah Stopover is the most laid-back, friendliest grand-scale music event you can imagine. Last year, we had so much fun walking around historic downtown Savannah, ducking into the array of venues for shows featuring some of our most favorite and... Continue Reading →
We were first smitten with Knox Hamilton, our favorite dance pop outfit and the pride of Little Rock, Arkansas, who reeled us in with their infectiously synth-y sound, all the way back in 2014; since then, we have thoroughly enjoyed keeping up with their adventures, relishing their live shows, devouring the occasional single or EP... Continue Reading →
HOLY BUCKETS, Y'ALL! Rhythm N' Blooms, Knoxville, Tennessee's annual music festival, gets more impressive every year! We were blown away by this year's lineup Presented by Yee-Haw Brewing Company and co-produced by Dogwood Arts and Attack Monkey Productions, the shindig will descend upon the Old City in Knoxville on April 7th for three fun-filled days... Continue Reading →
 The lineup has officially been unveiled for the legendary, incomparable, world-renowned, environmentally-friendly (and 16th!) Annual Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, set to descend on The Farm in Manchester, Tennessee on June 8th. The 2017 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will once again feature the wide-ranging scope of diverse artistry that fans have come to expect, with a... Continue Reading →
I’ll be honest, I’m snobby when it comes to my music choices; I have no shame about this fact, especially since I believe it’s my job as a music journalist and reviewer to be a filter for you, beloved readers, to weed through the noise that’s prevalent in today’s sonic landscape. Like a persistent mollusk... Continue Reading →
There is a vast difference between complaining about today's state of affairs and actually trying to do something about it. In the wake of disillusionment that was 2016, Nashville musician Julian Ciany has decided to put his money where is mouth is, organizing a show featuring  local bands to benefit Nashville's Oasis Center at local... Continue Reading →
 HOLY BUCKETS, Y'ALL. Starting tonight at midnight, 1,000 lucky fans will have the opportunity to purchase MUTEMATH's splendiferous self-titled debut album on vinyl. The band, known for its amazing stop-motion music videos, high energy, and duct tape-wearing drummer, are commemorating the critically acclaimed record's tenth anniversary. The album is well known for launching the band's debut single, "Typical"... Continue Reading →
Iconic psych-rockers Dr. Dog have long been superheroes in my book, but I had no idea they donned ninja gear under their capes...earlier this year, the band released a new album, went on a nationwide tour to support it, and today, they've added a new release to their golden catalogue, Abandoned Mansion. Abandoned Mansion is a ten-song mood... Continue Reading →
Miller Made Music and Jessie Baylin, with additional support from LabelLive and Lightning 100, have come together in support of Baylin's December 7th show at The Basement East in Nashville to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank, a non-profit charity organization whose mission is to feed the hungry and work to solve hunger issues in our community.... Continue Reading →
