independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
I had the pleasure of chatting with Misun and Andrew from Washington, DC/Los Angeles-based "aquawave" alt-pop band Misun (pronounced 'me•sun'); the band has adopted the nickname "aquawave" for their style of reverb-y surf-inspired pop, said Andrew, "we came about that name as a joke initially. Our first EP was called 'The Sea' and the songs are a... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles-based Pullman Standard infuses their unique sound with undeniable energy on their new single, "Starting Static." Comprised of Timmy D (Vocals/Guitar), Felipe "FLIP" Ozuna (Guitar/Vocals), and JD Minnick (Bass/Vocals), they've developed a loyal following with their energetic, cinematic stage performances and unique power-rock style. They've performed over 600 shows across the United States and won... Continue Reading →
Hey y'all! Check out this dreamy new tune from Los Angeles-based band The Bulls, comprised of Anna Bulbrook (The Airborne Toxic Event/Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros) and Marc Sallis (The Duke Spirit), who bonded over their love of new wave and shoegaze from the 80s and 90s during a chance meeting in the Mojave Desert. The duo are releasing their debut... Continue Reading →
Two Cheers will be releasing a brand new album on July 21st, with ten tracks of Cure-laced head-bobbing goodness, and it is delectable, y'all. I had a lovely (and hilarious) chat with Bryan Akcasu, lead vocalist of Los Angeles-based band...at least they used to be Los Angeles-based... Me: Hey Bryan! How's it going? Bryan: Well, I just... Continue Reading →
I recently caught up with Los Angeles-based pop band Heathers, comprised of Michael Francis (guitar, vocals), Thom Lucero (bass, vocals), and Michael Wegener (drums), who are currently on tour across the country and were in NYC for a show. The band will bring their rowdy brand of 90s-inspired guitar-driven pop music to the Music City on... Continue Reading →
I love it when bands transcend genres, allowing innovation and creativity to rule. I especially enjoy the chance to make up new names for ways to describe music for you, precious readers. Meet Los Angeles-based Say Say, comprised of Adam Reiter and Jesse Gurtis, whose blend of acoustic and electronic are a refreshing addition to the world,... Continue Reading →
Los Angeles-based five piece afro/trop-pop ensemble Fool's Gold is releasing their third studio album, Flying Lessons on May 19th, but you can snag one of 1,000 specially-pressed orange vinyl copies a month early on Record Store Day (April 18th)! I had a chance to catch up with Lewis Pesacov (lead guitarist, co-songwriter, and co-founding band member) about Flying... Continue Reading →
Kuzin (pronounced “cousin”) is the name chosen by Jessica Maros, one half of the dreamy and critically acclaimed folk-rock duo Escondido, for her brand new solo project; her debut album, CAVITY, was released in February, via Kill Canyon Records. The first single (title track "Cavity") transported me back to my formative years when I was listening to 90s... Continue Reading →
