independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Many have made wise and enlightened statements about life being about the journey rather than the destination, about making the most of the experiences encountered along the way, relishing the lessons learned and impact that our choices have on what’s to come. Sometimes, the path winds through areas of trying circumstances that lead to self-discovery... Continue Reading →
Where an album allows the artist to distill and refine, a concert embraces personal essence. Sure, the videos and recordings of Anna Wise showcase her stunning voice, but after seeing her recent show at Nashville’s Exit/In, I was left in awe of her artistic vision. In concert, Wise is a bit of a mystery. Without... Continue Reading →
"Dumb Love" is the first ever release from Los Angeles duo Neil Frances, who began writing pop music for female vocalists last year before quickly realizing a preference for the raw, original versions of their demos. Recorded in 2016 at the group’s personal studio space, Death x Vibe Studios in Downtown Los Angeles, the single speaks... Continue Reading →
In the frenzied midst of releasing a brand new album, planning a launch party, and squaring away months of tour dates, Alvarez Kings guitarist Sean Parkin is a good-natured sport, especially as I do my darnedest to convince him to move the electro-pop rock outfit to Nashville from the British Isles, a lovely addition to our... Continue Reading →
New York City-based pop star-on-the-rise Sarah Solovay began making music at the ripe old age of six. That’s right, while most of us were learning to add and subtract, Solovay had embraced her passion and was already working towards her life’s goal. When she was 13, she began participating in open mic nights in clubs around... Continue Reading →
For Nashville singer/songwriter Matt Brown, happiness is an open road and a full tank of gas, or the jolt of adrenaline and spark of anticipation gained from parking oneself in an airplane seat to embark on an adventure. His song “Feel Like That,” from his last album, 2016’s Walk Into The Light, is about just... Continue Reading →
Adaline, Canadian pop star-in-the-making, is the daughter of a preacher man. Her father’s work kept the family on the move, as they never stayed in one place longer than five years at a time. “I’ve lived in dozens of cities. Moving for me is second nature, it’s almost a bad habit at this point because... Continue Reading →
“I’d always been insecure about my high-pitched voice,” laughs Bryce Fox of his prepubescent choice of band over choir. The Los Angeles-based alt-pop powerhouse who began making beats and rapping in high school gained confidence to sing after his voice changed—a fun piece of Bryce Fox trivia at this point, because one listen to his... Continue Reading →
Up-and-coming pop phenom Ben Hazlewood possesses an arena-sized voice and personality to match; the New Zealand native and member of Team Joel Madden on season of 1 of The Voice Australia, has been singing since the ripe old age of five. “My mom was a dance teacher and had a school, so I grew up... Continue Reading →
"I made 'In Motion' with Japanese Wallpaper," says the Australia-based Allday. "He's a genius and a very sweet, gentle person, just like his music. After he began the instrumentation, it took me a long time to write the lyrics, I mean months. I would just leave it and then something would happen and I would know... Continue Reading →
