“Indie Pop covers a lot of ground stylewise but ‘Sunrise’ from Moon Age, is a dreamy nu-disco track. The smooth vocals of Tallija Perrett are backed by a funky, synth dreamscape. Lyrically, the track dives itno those middle of the night yearnings to reconnect with an ex, but being savvy enough to wait for sunrise before making any move.”
“Ready for an energetic Pop lift me up? ‘Be Ok’ is a song about facing down your doubts and finding some positivity even when you don’t feel it initially. The band, Born Runner (by their own admission terrible runners in reality) offer some hope among the hopelessness witht he track which is delivered with a hint of homage to the Retro Pop sound of the 80s.”
“Ben Francis is bringing a bit of positivity and sunshine from the UK with this track, ‘Everything’s Alright.’
The Indip Pop track is an uplifting tune that brings a hint of Reggae melody wise but pure Pop vocals keep it light and airy in an energetic fun way. The everything’s alright refrain dominated lyrically but sometimes we need to hear something on repeat before we start to believe it for ourselves.”
“Some songs conjure images almost like a movie. That was the case for me with Pool Girl’s ‘Frannie You’ll Be Alright.’
The Electro Pop track is about friendship, and having each other’s back. It’s about that one person who always has your back and believes in your dream maybe even more than you do. And the song makes you not only feel all that but see the characters as they navigate the day to day in pursuit of something more.”
“If you are craving a feel good Synthpop track look no further. FREND has joined by SKV to give us ‘Arcade Elevator.’ In some way this track has that unexpected feel in that it just continues to grow and blossom as you listen. Like a great conversation with a friend you just sort of lose track of time while immersed and speaking of friends that is exactly what this song is all about.”
“Carlyle delivers a thinking person’s song with ‘Without the Weed.’ Rising an unusual, yet artistic, structure and delivery the song is one that takes multiple listens to pick up on all the nuance. A blend of R&B and Pop sensibilities the best comparison might be Prince though more in structure than sound. An interesting track that you can dive in on and find new meaning with each listen.”
“Lindsay May’s “Fall” is an ethereal love song that leans into layered vocals and a dreamy atmosphere, creating a soft, immersive listening experience. The production gives her vocals room to float while the emotion of the song unfolds naturally, making “Fall” an easy track to get lost in.”
“Brynja Rán is a rising Icelandic songstress that feels like a perfect blend of Amy Winehouse’s soulful defiance and Billie Eilish’s irreverent confidence all in one talented performer. ‘Don’t You Leave’ is an understated Indie Pop gem that gets to the core of insecurity and loving dependence that can be terrifying if not cultivated in the right way.”
“LA based Alt-Pop artist, Piper Connolly is ‘unapologetic’ about who she is and is boldly singing her refrain for the world to hear. The track is all about being true to who you are and taking an unflinching approach to life. A song that serves as much as an personal anthem as it does an uplifting reminder for the rest of us.”
“Louis Torre’s “Where Did the Time Go?” is the kind of track that will have you moving your shoulders before you even realize it. I really like the visual color grading it gives the video a warm, polished feel that complements the song’s nostalgic mood and makes the visuals stand out”
“While Erling Haaland might be Norway’s most famous celebrity at the moment, singstress, Hanna Andrea is a rising force in the Pop landscape.
The rising star’s latest single, ‘Pinnacles’ is a track about slowing down and stepping off the wheel in today’s modern rat race. The vocals are tender but sharp and delivered with authority installing a sweetness that speaks to the soul.”
“oktehya, formerly known as tehya, is a rising star out of the Pacific Northwest. And while that region is best known for Grunge and Alt Rock, oktehya leans more to the Pop side with a bit of Contemporary R&B sensibilities tossed in to give a more varied sound overall.
’Complicated’ is a track about falling for the wrong or forbidden person and the array of emotions and feelings that come with such an infatuation.”
“There is a bit of nostalgie to the sound of Adjenai’s single, ‘Early Morning,’ and perhaps that is appropriate given the looking back aspect of the song.
The LA artist takes on both impending grief and the aftermath in the track that was written as she was taking care of a loved one during their final days. The song is both intimate and universal at the same time and if that isn’t true art, I don’t know what is.”
“We all know at least one guy that is seeking attention with all manner of obnoxious idiocy. They fool people for a while because they seem outgoing and fun. And then you discover it’s all bluster and bullshit with no substance or decency behind their actions.
KJPR puts such individuals in their place with the hard hitting, ‘Make a Man Cry,’ an Indie Pop track with an edge to the lyrics, and the talent to deliver the venom with precision.”
“The Indie/Alt Pop genre covers a lot of styles and sounds. Savings leans into a nostalgic late 90s vibe to deliver ‘Stressed Out’ a nostalgic track about finding your peace by going back to the place you last felt it. The talent is evident in every facet from the writing to the arrangement and performance and the song is timeless in both message and style.”
“Often Rock music leans into a nostalgic vibe, at least timeless Rock does, and that is the case here with Neon Pilgrim’s, latest song, ‘Getaway.’ The Indie/Alt Rock vibe is pure and clean and right away you know what the vibe is of this track. A song that will take you back but make you feel in the here and now as well. ”
“Chilean artist, Francisca Valenzuela has long stamped her place in the landscape of of Latin music with multiple ALtin Grammy nominations. Now poised for global stardom with evocative tracks like ‘SOS’ Valenzuela is gaining attention of audiences and with such prolific talent her music transcends language barriers.”
“Music can be healing for us all and ‘Dancing Through the Madness’ fro ALANI is the kind of track that can change how you feel and look at life. The Indie Pop track is about staying true to who you are even in the face of judgement. It is a powerful song about not succumbing to the demands of adapting so you can fit into spaces defined by others. ”
“The Replicants like to joke they make music they are passionate about but is unlikely to earn them enough to escape their mom’s basement. As a curator I am not sure how I feel about this because if they are making music like this down int he basement I hate to see them leave and get jaded by the industry. However this band is too good to stay in the shadows for long.
Straddling the line between Indie Alt Rock and Alt Pop, ‘I Remember’ is one of those songs that simply feels timeless and would fit in any era from the last three decades. ”
“The friend zone is an oft ridiculed place to be, but true love is often rooted in friendship. Making the leap from one to the other however is a scary endeavor and TEHYA takes on those feelings with Indie Pop glory on the track, ‘Love Overdose.’
This Canadian artist performs the song with tender vulnerability that truly brings the stellar songwriting forward for the listener. ”