independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Nashville by-way-of Atlanta singer/songwriter Eryn McHugh celebrates the release of her brand new electro-pop EP, Sweet Tooth, what she calls "a fun experiment and project" with co-writer and producer, Chase Coy. "Chase is a really accomplished artist in his own right, has great sonic instincts, and current sound references," she explains. "I credit him with helping me... Continue Reading →
Once upon a time, budding songwriter Luke Atlas moved to Los Angeles from Seattle to pursue a career in music and met fellow crafter of songs Coleman Trapp; “Before the band, Coleman and I were writing songs for other artists; we were doing weird gigs, like making educational rap songs for NASA, random stuff, stuff that... Continue Reading →
I have to admit, I was intrigued by the very title of this little ditty--for those who haven't read East of 8th's "About Us" page, yours truly just so happens to be a lawyer, and I can safely speak for my fellow barristers and tell you that "I Love My Lawyer" isn't a phrase we... Continue Reading →
Our New To 'Roo spotlight ends with three other blog favorites from the archives who are making their first Bonnaroo appearances this year: London Souls: Thursday, June 9th, That Tent, 6:00 p.m. Tash Neal and Chris St. Hilaire, a.k.a. The London Souls, a Brooklyn-based rock n' roll duo possessing explosive talent and envy-inducing hair, are... Continue Reading →
This song though! Big Apple-based indie rock band DΛWNS have released their debut track "COOL" from their forthcoming EP, expected for release late this summer. Combining electronic, R&B, and post-rock elements in their music, the trio boasts a unique sound that defies traditional genre. Alongside self-producing their own records, the band places heavy emphasis on their high-energy... Continue Reading →
Brooklyn-based electro-pop band Stone Cold Fox originally began as a the solo project of frontman Kevin Olken Henthorn; “I’d been in a bunch of different bands, and I was in place of trying to find a sound. I started working with producer Ariel Loh, who played such a big part in that process, it just... Continue Reading →
Following the release of his acclaimed single “2 Heads” and self-titled EP which garnered over 100 million streams across platforms, Coleman Hell returns with new single “Fireproof”. Released today on all digital platforms, the track was produced alongside electronic artist La+ch and will appear on his forthcoming debut album via Columbia Records. Revered for his genre-defying fearlessness, the singer/songwriter/producer has developed... Continue Reading →
Following the release of his latest EP, Jade, and his and EZA's cover of Cam’s “Burning House” that reached the Spotify Viral 50 the week of its release, Nashville electronic/pop artist Aaron Krause played to the hometown crowd at The High Watt on March 3rd, with Nashville singer/songwriter Jillian Edwards providing opening support. Jade was self-produced at Krause's Nashville studio, and features the... Continue Reading →
Nashville-based electro-pop artist and blog favorite Remmi has recently released her debut EP, New America; "Nuumb"is the last single she released from the EP, and it's aces, y'all. Yes. So much yes. Take a listen:
Nashville has this fiercely irresistible electromagnetic pull, drawing artisans and creatives from all over the world who relocate to its sweet, Southern landscape to make their dreams come true; in the not-so-distant past, a non-country musician would receive blank stares and confused looks from his or her peers at the mention of moving to the Music... Continue Reading →
