LA based Little Monarch captured attention and success with the release of their self-titled EP in 2016. There is no slowing down for the indie pop trio though. They recently flew into 2018 with a new video for the song “No Matter What”. The video starts with a group of friends traveling to the beach and hiking through the hills. It captures the essence of nature while encompassing the solidarity of friendship.
“For the video we simple wanted to capture the care free sun kissed feeling of the song,” say Little Monarch of the video.
On February 13th, The Rino in Kansas City enjoyed the sensational sounds of John Keck & Friends. Mala Gassman and Heather Styka also made an appearance. Peek some photos here!
Brooklyn-based quartet Citris recently released their infectiousnew single on NPR Music “Driving Me Crazy”. The track begins as something you think is going to be a melancholy, distressed, breakup song with lines like “You were my favorite lover, you kept the city fun.” However, the sweet, slow vocals by Angel Torreano are just preparation for the forceful chorus as she proclaims, “…yeah you’re driving me crazy; stop lying to me”, and then, of course, the track sneaks back to Angel’s reminiscent dialogue on her ex lover.The style is really unique and may be the perfect “yeah I’m sad, but never talk to me again song.”
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Luxgaze has three singles under her belt and soon, an album. The Toronto native recently just released “Pretty Eyes” an instrumental piece described by some as a “psychedelic abstract.” It is an accurate description for the song. I’m not usually one for instrumentals unless it’s jazz, but Luxgaze is the exception. My best description of her music would be being stuck in a tunnel, and being completely fine with it. It’ll leave feeling completely zen while getting just the right amount of that “psychedelic vibe.” But really to experience this, you’ll just have to listen to “Pretty Eyes” on your own.
Amy Guess is no stranger to music, as she started her career at the age of 12 by moving to Las Vegas. She’s worked with producer Rusty Varenkamp which led“Moonlight” to grab over 500,000 views. But “Moonlight” was just the start as Guess is a sought after collaborator in the EDM scene.
I love EDM, and what I love about Amy is that she not only has the beats in her music to qualify her as “EDM”, but she also has the vocals to carry herself into other genres making herself flexible as an artist. “Sorry” confirms this as it’s clearly personal with lyrics like “but how could I have been so blind” and “wish I could say I feel your pain”. “We write our stories, we define our breaking point, no one can destroy in us what we refuse to allow them to. Only we hold those keys. Know your strength, know your worth, always keep your head high,” Amy says on her latest single.
At first listen, ARLO‘s new track “Homecoming”, one may be confused if this is a potential electronic dance song, or a pop ballad. ARLO manages to find the distinct balance in “Homecoming” making sure that his soft voice perfectly matches the beats backing him. “Homecoming” is an honest and raw plea to his lover begging them to come home. As the song progressives, his pleas get louder with lyrics such as “they don’t know you like I do.” ARLO is nothing but persistent on “Homecoming” which is sure to catalyst success into his future singles.
With a name like Sharaya Summers, you’re either A) bound to success, B) bound to a pretty voice, or C) both.Sharaya gets a C in my opinion.The Portland native just released her new single “Wonder” and it could not be sweeter.I hate to compare Stevie Nicks to anyone but Sharaya Summers is the Stevie for the generation below me, slightly infused with a hint of Lana Del Rey’s sultriness.Summers’ voice is syrupy sweet with lyrics such as “…hush now don’t you go”, “if we go the right way”, and my favorite “do you still wonder…do you still wonder?’
The song touches me, which means she did excellent job, and even reminded me of someone I used to be super close with.It’s awesome when music has that effect, and “Wonder” will have you head in a circle of thoughts.
Alice Boman is no Alison Wonderland,but her new single “End of Time” will leave you at the bottom of the rabbit hole.The track is chilling and Alice’s gentle voice grabs you as she proclaims in the opening lyric“I would take your pain…if I could, I would take it all, I swear I would.”The chorus is equally as chilling with an old timey feel backed by a guitar and Boman stating, “Let me love you and I will love you, until the end of time.”
I liked the song when I first heard it, but you have to watch the video.In fact, I recommend listening to the song first, then watching the video for the full effect.Directed by Jeanne Lula Chauveau, the video loyally backs the 70’s vibe the song deserves while making you contemplate if you can afford flying to Europe and saying good bye to a lover you’ll never see again.For me, listening to end of time felt as if I needed to be in a lavender field while wearing a yellow dress as I proclaimed my eternal youth.Alice’s “End of Time” is good all on it’s own, but an even better way to enjoy it would be with your journal and a glass of red wine.
Local Natives sound familiar? They should as they just celebrated the fifth anniversary of their LP Hummingbird.Hummingbird wasreleased in 2013, and definitely allowed the band to make a name for themselves since then.You may know, them their top singles including “Wide Eyes” and “Dark Days” have reeled in over 30,000,000 streams on Spotify.The band recently commemorated their success and retention as one of the leading names in alternative by giving us a melodic demo of “Colombia”, co-produced by Aaron Dessner and performed at Ditmas Park in Brooklyn.
If getting a listen to that wasn’t generous, a behind the scenes look at the making of their new album can be found on their Tumblr.For all things Local Natives and to keep up with their new album visit them on Twitter.
