“Steve Stour is joined by blondfires’s Erica Driscoll on his track, walls.’ This Indie Rock track has a decidedly folk vibe and the emotional thread is tangible in both the vocal performance but also the melancholy melody. The closing track of his latest album, the song is about tearing down those barriers to let others in.”
“Life gets weird once you hit adulthood as all of your friends are operating on different timelines. ‘Bottomless Brunch and Baby Showers’ is a track about this very thing and how everyone is on differing trajectories of life.
Lucy Wentworth delivers the well-written song in a sift tender bt of reflection that makes it easy to think and digest the lyrics as wella s your own path through life.”
“A recent graduate of Berklee College of Music, Wintur is now in LA carving out his place in the Southern California music scene. ‘Writer’s Block’ is a moody brooding track that delivers and Alt Pop/ Folk Pop feel. Delivered in a soft, misty tone the melancholy draws the listener in deeper, reminding them of their own struggles in a profound way.”
“obed Padilla utilizes soft tender vocals to deliver the bi-lingual track, ‘Rainforest.’ The vocal style reminds me a bit of a Poppier Jack Johnson with a little Latin flair. Lyrically this song is about the acceptance stage of grief and much like that stage the track brings a calmness that is palpable.”
“Americana from a Canadian?
Sure, why not. Mckai’s latest single, ‘Can’t Love the Same,’ certainly fits the ambiguous genre. A little bit Indie Folk, some Alt Country, to go with singer/songwriter vibes. Lyrically, the track is about how we love everyone differently because with each new experience and heartbreak we carry those experiences within us and each reshapes how we behave and react.”
“Erinn Alissa taps into a brooding Folk-Pop ballad with ‘Jacaranda Trees.’
The song is about the space between grief and renewal. The soaring vocals sell the emotions well and the haunting quality of the music and production adds to the emotional depth in a meaningful way.”
“The modern world needs more wry Folk Punk as it is the perfect way to distill all the madness going on in a digestible form for all. Caelen Perkins is an artist adept at that ranging from political to tongue in cheek looks at life and ‘Happy Song’ is a great gateway to his music for those who haven’t yet had the pleasure. This song is a bit like South Park in musical form as there is always a bit more going on than you first assume. ”
“Ava Della Pietra achieves what is truly difficult on this Holiday track, which is to give us a song that feels like Christmas without coming across as derivative of the many classics we hear over and over again. ‘You Make It Christmas’ is an a nostalgic track that takes you back in time with acoustic charm and talent.”
“Most of the time I like to use my own words int he reviews and songs I post. But occasionally I am compelled to share the artist’s thoughts. This is one of those times ...
’Phantasmagoria’ is a broad collection of ruminations on the overall state of the world in the year 2025. As we try to navigate our roles and responsibilities during a time of rapid, volatile change, we become beaten down and desensitized to the massive scale of suffering taking place on this shared, warming planet. People are lonely, fatigued and scared. We grapple each day with chronic doom-scrolling and feelings of inadequacy and helplessness, watching the world burn from our phones, while the ultra-wealthy amass seemingly infinite capital, while the poor become poorer and the powers-that-be continue to decimate the planet. It’s an anthem for the apocalypse.
... that summaray says more than I ever could. This is a song to hear and feel, and likely you’ll ponder the lines long after the song has faded from your speakers.”
“Meredith Adelaide delivers an emotive and honest set of lyrics on ‘What Do I know.’ The singer/songwriter taps into a soft emotional side to unfurl an almost stream of consciousness look inward and in her own vulnerability the listener can tap into their own psyche and set of emotions. The vibe is calming and peaceful and lands between Folk and a tender Pop style bit of Adult Contemporary. Though the build ramps up in tension much inthe same way our brain tends to spin on our deeper thoughts.”
“Goldford has a sound that some will compare to artist such as Teddy Swims in that it is Soulful Folk or maybe Bluesy Pop. No matter what label you attempt to slap on this song, you will feel the emotion and longing deep down in your bones.
’Stay’ is a song that speaks to the soul while creating a smooth easy groove that makes you want to move and sway along to the beat. ”
“Timmy Skelly gives us a fun brand of retro nostalgia on ‘Nowhere Land.’
Self-described by the artist as Midwest Y’allternative, the track has that old school jam band feel that harkens back tot he hey dey of Laurel Canyon and the music landscape that sprung from that time and place.”
“Ava Valianti is a talent that shines on any stage or demographic, but I’d be remiss if I did not mentiont he fact this rising star is but fifteen years old and already establishing herself as a musical force. I’ll turn of my voice to hers as she talks about this track ...
”‘Buttercups’ is a song that encapsulates the experience of love, loss, and searching for purpose. It’s a song that’s centered around memories that are hard to let go of - the cinnamon smell, the creaky doors, the buttercups - and how even when things are complicated, those memories remind me why I cared in the first place. This is one of my favorite songs I’ve ever created, I truly had so much fun making it, and I hope that comes across when you listen!” ~ Ava Valianti
The tender love that went into writing and performing this track shines as you listen.”
“Folk Pop just might have a new star in Zev. This former professional jump roper has transitioned from winning athletic championships to the musical stage. ‘How To hurt’ is an emotionally charged track about the bumps and bruises we all take over the course of life in the pursuit of meaningful love. Of course the physical is easier to deal with than emotional wounds and that is the true crux of this song.”
“Inspired by the NYT Bestselling novel by Kristin Kobes Du Mez, ‘Jesus and John Wayne’ is a bold, soul-searching anthem about reclaiming faith from the grip of politics and exclusion. Written by googly eyes reimagines spirituality as a source of healing, belonging, and radical love, especially for those the church has pushed aside.
Joy Oladokun and Allison Ponthier jin googly eyes to bring this thoughtful track to life. This is a track you can vibe to by feeling the music and hook ro you can truly reflect and feel the full power by diving into the poignant lyrical build.”
“Unrequited love is an emotional roller coaster and Eva James unleashes a torrent of emotion about that very thing on her latest single, ‘The One You Lose.’ The tender and vulnerable delivery is paired with a tempo and beat that feels like the hammering of your heart as you feel it ache.”
“Ava Valianti is one of those rare talents that seem to defy age. Both in her performance and writing she comes across as more savvy and wise than any fifteen year old ought to be. ‘Distant’ is a track about losing that tight bond you have with friends as you grow older. Sometimes the shift is about growing different directions and sometimes its about logistics but either way it can be tough and bewildering to let go of what once was so magical and important. Valianti captures the spirit and emotions well n this tender heartfelt song.”
“Chicago singer/songwriter Sean Skyler has been carving a place in the musical landscape while honing his craft. His latest track, ‘Follow’ You’ is a an upbeat and energetic ode to love and reckless abandon that only love can bring. A perfect feel-good summer track to put some bounce in your step and a whistle in your lips.
Or hey ... it could be a jaunty song about a stalker. Only sort of kidding but the track made me smile so I hope it does the same for you.”
“Bonfire joins forces with Ellysse Mason to give us ‘Tide Shadows.’ An emotional Indie Rock track with hints of Folk, the song features Mason’s haunting and vulnerable vocals as well as the added layers as the track builds to give it even more emotional depth and power.”
“Kylie Rothfield is ready to take the unexpected path on ‘Where the Diamonds Hide.’ The track has an Indie Pop Folk vibe and was co-written and recorded with the band, The Rare Occasions.
This is one of those track you’ll swear you’ve heard before because it so seamlessly enters the musical landscape and will leave you ready for another listen as soon as you finish the first time.”