independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
The Lonely Biscuits are no stranger to funky guitar riffs, quirky love songs and Napoleon Dynamite vibes. The Universe in You, the indie-rock band’s latest album, is no exception to these characteristics. With its upcoming March 30th release, you’re going to want to crank this one up for the upcoming sunshine and warm weather. The... Continue Reading →
After days of anticipating and building up the Wild Moccasins/Common Deer show at Nashville’s High Watt, expectations couldn’t help but soar. Despite playing different versions of “indie-pop/rock,” we can’t think of two better bands whose different sounds could mesh together so perfectly. As soon as the opening notes began, any expectation of greatness was immediately... Continue Reading →
From finding their wildly popular YouTube cover videos to recently releasing their debut album, garnering over a million Spotify streams, and touring with the one and only Chance The Rapper, it’s safe to say that soulful New York City-based trio Thirdstory has had an exciting journey so far. “Chance’s musical director contacted us about performing... Continue Reading →
Nashville's Drew Schueler is gearing up to take the pop world by storm with the release of his first single as a solo artist, “Open Water.” The song appears on his upcoming self-written/recorded/produced EP, New Perspective; it’s safe to say Schueler is no rookie when it comes to songcrafting. “I have always been fascinated by all aspects... Continue Reading →
As Wild Moccasins week continues, Eo8 is coming at you with more free stuff! Enter below to win a signed copy of Wild Moccasins' latest release 88 92 (out via New West Records) on vinyl! Just gently enter your information below to win: Don't forget to enter to win a pair of free tickets to the... Continue Reading →
This week, Eo8 is presenting Wild Moccasins with Common Deer at The High Watt in Nashville, and we want to give you a pair of tickets to the show!! That's right, for the low, low cost of zero dollars, you and a guest can enjoy the alt-pop greatness of two amazing bands in the intimate... Continue Reading →
Today marks the first day of Wild Moccasins Week! East of 8th will present Wild Moccasins with Common Deer at Nashville's High Watt on March 8th. Until then, you have the chance to get to know both bands better all week long! After a brief hiatus to adjust to a new lineup, indie-pop quintet Wild Moccasins... Continue Reading →
“We definitely went in that day with the intention of writing a happy song, that’s what we do,” says Colin Louis Dieden, vocalist for Southern California collective The Mowgli’s of their latest single, “Real Good Life.” “We wanted to remind people that even though it’s hard to remember sometimes, especially with the political and social... Continue Reading →
Despite the song’s title, VÉRITÉ is no saint in her recently-released music video. The song tells a story of a woman who is unapologetically imperfect, admitting she is anything but a saint. The single’s video effortlessly conveys this message of sinfulness. Taking place in a mansion that is so empty to the point of eeriness,... Continue Reading →
“Writing songs and listening to music is my therapy. I want to write meaningful songs that can help other people,” says 15-year-old Nashville-based singer/songwriter Lindsey Lomis. Her soulful single “Our Memories” has been getting airplay at Nashville bastion of independent radio, Lightning 100. “I’ve been doing music forever it feels like,” she reveals. “I’ve been... Continue Reading →
