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haas, “behind those eyes”
Alt-pop rock artist Haas comes at us today with a visual to complement her beautiful debut single "Behind Those Eyes". With a tearful intro, the video gives us a glimpse into the live performance tactics we will surely come to expect from Haas, as she introduces her...
joe guese (guitarist, grand canyon) | perspective
In an era of computer-made, beat-driven music, Grand Canyon is the antithesis of modern pop music. However, by focusing on musicianship and timeless songwriting, and drawing on the inspiration of the classic sounds and arrangements of the 70s, it is the kind of pop...
love or the lack of it: our favorite tracks of february 2019
While half the country is being pummeled by snow, w've been searching far and wide for the best new tracks of February 2019. Most of this is because we were originally supposed to go on a weekend getaway to Seattle this past weekend, and since that was canceled...
anja kotar, “kids”
Beginning with a little tongue in cheek dialogue, Anja Kotar's single "Kids" is infectious and honest, its accompanying music video no different. As the artist parades around in candy colored outfits, rocking each of them with a confidence that addresses the self love...
lampland, no mood
Tommy Bazarian's, known by his musical space Lampland, debut album No Mood is debuting with a thunderous wave of emotion and sounds that will make you sway. Bazarian utilized his day job of being a radio producer to form the album's lyrics, and his past formed the...
be forest, knocturne
Italian shoegaze musical act Be Forest - comprised of Costanza Delle Rose (Bass and vocals), Nicola Lampredi (Guitar), and Erica Terenzi (Drum, synths and vocals) - released their new full-length today, a swirling and intense collection of songs titled Knocturne....
kaz murphy, ride out the storm
Kaz Murphy's music is about as Americana as it gets, and his newest release Ride Out The Storm is no exception. This folk artist's sound is that of the old west, forming stories with each lyric and melodic refrain. Kaz has had an illustrious career, stemming from...
mallrat + basenji, “nobody’s home”
Australian pop musician Mallrat has created yet another catchy, beautiful, melancholic track for our ears to enjoy, this time with Basenji in latest track "Nobody's Home". The 20 year old has taken it up a notch with the new visual to accompany the song, and it's...
spectator, “waves”
Megan Rooney and Jeffrey Albert project their emotionally vibrant lyricism into the ether with the latest single, "Waves", from their musical project Spectator. As Albert implores the object of his affection to take him "on a ride on the other side of [their] mind,"...
dbuk, songs nine through sixteen
With their new 8-track album Songs Nine Through Sixteen, Denver-based psych folk rock collective DBUK provides a vitality to the cold winter weather that is incredibly welcoming, especially in the frozen tundra of the midwest. "Bonnie Clyde, The Big-Bull-Hen Of The...
damsel and distress, “not your type”
Nashville-based rock collective Damsel and Distress has a flare for the dramatic, and is fronted by Alisha Lynn on powerful lead vocals. A true anthem for people who have been crushed by egos in relationships, their new track "Not Your Type" premieres today. The track...
jealous of the birds, wisdom teeth
We've been lucky enough to have explored the talents of Jealous of the Birds in the past, but today we're thrilled to share one of our favorite new EPs. Jealous of the Birds has released a vintage-tinged bevy of gorgeous work for our ears to soak up in the quiet...
panic! @ the disco @ sprint center
Through almost 15 years of intricate, involved lyricism - the crazy involved titles of the early days, the lineup rotations, the bevy of music videos and the expansion of Brendon's vocal range - we've held on to our deep appreciation for Panic! @ The Disco. So to be...
lost cousins, in scenery
Indie Psych trio Lost Cousins - comprised of Cam Duffin, Thomas Dashney, and Lloyd McArton - has released their full-length, an album titled In Scenery. There is not a moment of disappointment with this album, as they make sure to ignite it in its entirety with an...
waterfall strainer, “please don’t please me”
Brooklyn-based "timid rock" trio Waterfall Strainer really defines that genre, their new single "Please Don't Please Me" further representation of that truth. Even better news? We've got the exclusive premiere right here. With glittering reverb, the song has touches...
gabriella rose, lost in translation
Starting with the title track, Idaho-based teen musician Gabriella Rose spins her new Lost In Translation EP with an ethereal intensity that we haven't experienced in a hot second. Vocals dripping with reverb, a slight twang, and a moderate tone to first draw your...
the moth &the flame, ruthless
The Moth & The Flame have returned to the forefront of alt-pop with the release of their new album Ruthless. The Provo, Utah natives have channeled immense depression and anxiety into their new release, and it comes through in waves of pop synths and harrowing...
jr slayer, you found me
February 2019 is off to a wild start, especially with today's release of You Found Me, the full-length from Cody Votolato's latest project JR Slayer. “JR Slayer in its current form is a sacred home for me," admits Votolato. "It is a safe space to start new...