independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
Lonely The Brave released a live session (recorded at their rehearsal studios, The Glasshouse) of their stunning single “Diamond Days”, a track that has been a live favorite and is featured on the UK band's forthcoming album, Things Will Matter, released Friday, May 20th. Things Will Matter marks their first full LP featuring second guitarist Ross Smithwick; the interplay between... Continue Reading →
Holy buckets! Dallas rockers The Roomsounds recorded the video for their swag-tastic song "Elm St." at none other than legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama; the band's latest album was recorded at the iconic studio, and the "Elm St." video offers a behind-the scenes look. After studio owner Rodney Hall heard the outfit's debut album, he extended an invitation for the... Continue Reading →
So here's the story.... I heard this captivating song on the radio; with its simple acoustic guitar intro (that's a tiny bit on the ominous side) that gives way to this buzzy electro-bass tone that tickled by ears, I was intrigued. Then, a buttery smooth voice sings the first line consisting of seven words, one of... Continue Reading →
Recently, I spoke with Zach Gray, frontman of Canadian indie pop band The Zolas, about their latest album, Swooner, out in March via Light Organ Records; “It's the alternative pop record of the year; if I was only a listener, I would be super excited about this album,” he said with a laugh. “It’s our ‘Kanye Moment.’ ... Continue Reading →
Happy Hump Day cool kids! I wanted to send a treat your way--blog favorite indie pop crooner Jesse Ruben has recently released a video for his swoon-worthy, starry-eyed, soul-slugging song "This Is Why I Need You". A while back, I spoke with the man himself about the story behind this song; "I never, ever thought I'd... Continue Reading →
“Hell or High Water,” the new video from Ron Pope & The Nighthawks directed by David Strange, features the heroic frontman on the run, rocking a man bun and a three-piece suit while transporting a mysterious and highly sought-after suitcase. The band’s self-titled debut album is available now via Brooklyn Basement Records. Take a gander at the... Continue Reading →
Nashville folk-rock outfit Sun Seeker, whose vibe is a triumphant mixture of that distinctive Laurel Canyon sound and sunshine-y sensitive pop, has released a new video for their single, "Georgia Dust", which was unleashed on the world by Third Man Records. The band's laid-back sound is juxtaposed with the video's optimistic morbidity....watched the dead get raised here:... Continue Reading →
Iowa-based indie rock outfit Halfloves recently released the first single and video off their upcoming self-titled full length album due out March 4th. "It's Easy To Love" and the album are produced by Imagine Dragons’ producer Brandon Darner. The song is bouncy and bright, with lyrically straightforward vocals and and easy groove. In the video, two dancers... Continue Reading →
Seattle indie rock septet Hey Marseilles have unleashed their music video for “Eyes On You”, the third track from their self-titled third studio LP set for release on February 5th! Directed by renowned Pacific Northwest photographer/director Charlie Schuck who founded the influential Object design space in Seattle and starring Corina Bakker of the band The Tempers,... Continue Reading →
British indie pop band Marsicans has released a deliciously fun new single, "Arms Of Another", chock full of those signature harmonies and shimmering guitar riffs. The single is the first in a series of releases planned for 2016, out via Love vs. Fear Records. The song itself is about the human need for intimacy and how it can... Continue Reading →
