independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
For San Fermin frontman and songwriter Ellis Ludwig-Leone, their third studio album Belong is a major game-changer. "In the past I'd usually write through characters from books or movies, as a way to try to distance myself from what I was writing about," says the Brooklyn-based artist. "As I've become more confident as a songwriter, I... Continue Reading →
Dang y'all, JOHNNYSWIM knows how to make a music video. Their new offering, "First Try," a song from their highly-acclaimed album Georgica Pond, is partially set in Nashville's own landmark venue Exit/In--a glorious full-circle moment since the Music City is where their musical magic began. "First Try," which features their young son Joaquin and scenes from... Continue Reading →
Love is in season, and soulful siren Stelle Amor is an ambassador, doing her part to spread that love with her fiery brand of soul music. She kick-started her EP release show celebration with all the funky-pop vibes at one of Nashville’s favorite venues, Exit/In, and began her night speaking to the crowd. While she... 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 →
Rockaway Beach-based duo Lewis Del Mar, who exploded onto the scene in 2015 with their irresistible single "Loud(y)," will be performing at Nashville's own Exit/In on Thursday, May 11th. These two lifelong friends, Danny Miller and Max Harwood, inseparable creative companions filled with zeal and confidence, have been on a continual musical journey together, a DIY mission... Continue Reading →
I recently caught up with Nashville-based electro-rock band Paper Route founder and fellow lover of puns, Chad Howat, while he lunched on a hearty chicken salad wrap as I enjoyed a refreshing grapefruit La Croix. The band is currently on tour supporting their most recent release, Real Emotion, out this September via Kemosabe Records. Real Emotion shows... Continue Reading →
To support the recent release of their fabulous new album Blindfaller, Mandolin Orange has hit the road to share the new tunes with eager listeners—I’ve fallen in love with these new songs and have had their Nashville show date circled on my calendar for weeks. The pair took the stage at the crowded Exit/In with... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles-based alt-rock outfit Allah-Las brought their sun-drenched vintage vibe to the Music City recently; they played their hearts out to a packed house at Exit/In, where eager Nashvillians were standing elbow to elbow to soak up their Southern California sound. Allah-Las released their latest album, Calico Review, the band’s third, on September 9th via Mexican Summer;... Continue Reading →
California alt-rock outfit Allah-Las beautifully distills the sun-drenched sounds of Southern California into vinyl grooves. Their new album Calico Review, the band’s third, is set for release on September 9th via Mexican Summer; recorded at the Valentine Recording Studio in Van Nuys, California, the studio’s quirky history melded perfectly with the band’s laid back collective personality and... Continue Reading →
Blog favorite indie rock band The Pressure Kids have released a new single, "Catherine In Moonlight", a staple of their live shows, for your listening pleasure. The Pressure Kids have been busy touring and making new music--if you're in the Music City on August 27th, the band will perform for the Local Music Experience show series at... Continue Reading →
