independent thoughts on indie rock, alternative, and indie pop music
It's no secret around here--we love us some Whissell, y'all. The Nashville-based pop songcrafter is one-of-a-kind, and as we've said previously, her "distinct and soulful tone places her head and shoulders above the current female pop vocalist status quo as she takes her place amidst very “of-the-moment”electro-blues stylizers like Bishop Briggs and Rag N’ Bone... Continue Reading →
Nashville-based alt-pop star Whissell has released her ferocious new self-titled EP to--unsurprisingly--rave reviews. Whissell is a favorite around here for sure; we've been big fans of the smoky-voiced siren since the release of her previous EP, Old Souls, Young Bodies, in January, her take on electro-blues and unique vocals a welcome reprieve from the current pop... Continue Reading →
It was all about girl power last night at The High Watt for the release of pop-flavored soulstress Whissell’s debut EP Old Souls, Young Bodies with FJØRA and Fleurie providing opening support. The audience was crammed into the intimate space, with many familiar faces from Nashville’s burgeoning pop community there to support the success of one of their... Continue Reading →
“Don’t love me I’m quicksand, you’ll be gone in the morning,” sings Nashville songstress Whissell in “Quicksand,” the opener of her EP, Old Souls, Young Bodies, set for release on January 27th. Equal parts “oh snap” and “have mercy,” this song is only the beginning—in more ways than one. Whissell’s distinct and soulful tone places her head... Continue Reading →
