imperfect fifth
ben williams, “we shall overcome”
Martin Luther King Jr.'s impact on civilization as a whole is no small feat, and celebrating just one day every year is simply not enough. But we will do what we can with what we are given, and today I am proud to share the impactful new track from jazz musician Ben...
the innocence mission, see you tomorrow
After making music for over 30 years, Lancaster, Pennsylvania’s The Innocence Mission has yet another hauntingly beautiful album to offer up to the public. The band, led by married couple Kerin and Don Perris, is set to release their twelfth studio album on January...
the greeting committee @ uptown theater
Not even freezing temperatures and icy roads could stop Kansas City from showing up for their favorite hometown act last Saturday as indie-pop band The Greeting Committee returned home and took the stage for a sold-out crowd at Uptown Theater. The energy in the...
cathedral bells, “disconnected”
If there is a time of year that leaves us longing for an escape, it’s now, trapped in the midst of another endless winter. Matt Messore has delivered the very portal to another world that we’ve been craving with his new bedroom-pop project Cathedral Bells and their...
mykki blanco, “Lucky (Live in London)”
Queer rap extraordinaire Mykki Blanco's late December hit "Lucky" has paved the way for a gorgeous partnership between the storied artist and Dazed & Gucci. A new live-performance take on the track, it is full of warm colors, a feeling of community, and a glimpse...
circa waves, “move to san francisco”
British Indie-Rock quartet Circa Waves have started out 2020 by hopping on the exciting bandwagon of experimental album release with their new 2-part album Sad Happy. The group is dropping their new record A/B style, with Happy premiering in January of 2020 and the...
frances quinlan, “your reply”
If your eardrums have ever been blessed by the magnetic vocals of Frances Quinlan, you'd best prepare yourself. With her new track "Your Reply", the listener experiences a palpable energy, each note specifically belonging to its originator, the cadence with which she...
magdalena bay, “how to get physical”
We might have to wait until March 13th to enjoy Magdalena Bay's upcoming EP in its entirety, but today we get a sneak peek of what to expect with the music video for their new track "How To Get Physical". The song is a synth-fueled throwback dream, with a music video...
bedroom, “gulf”
Singer/songwriter Noah Kittinger has been releasing music under the moniker Bedroom since he was just 16. And though he started with talent on his side, he now has the luxury of time, allowing him to create next level art. The new music video for his song "Gulf" is...
the adobe collective, all the space that there is
Today is incredible. We made it to Friday, it's the second weekend of the new year. Whatever trials and tribulations we have experienced in the last few days, we made it through the week and things are looking up! So now it's time to celebrate, and we see no better...
neon dreams, “turn back now”
Halifax-based pop duo Neon Dreams truly creates music straight from your dreams. There is no exception with their latest single "Turn Back Now" and its accompanying music video, which premiered this week with Billboard. The song was inspired by Kadillac's experience...
january 2020 | simply the best
Before I started to draft this post, I was wondering what lyric or phrase to associate with the title. For simply no reason, Tina Turner's "Simply the Best" popped into my head, and it just seemed to fit. (As I quote, "Simply Dusty... is there any other kind?" in my...
no win, “same”
Upgrade your leisurely roll into 2020 with the perfect soundtrack. Los Angeles-based quartet NO WIN's new track "Same" seems like it could do the trick. With a glittering soundscape, quirky instrumentals, and the attitude that "nothing's changed," this track is...
polly money, “roommate”
Enjoy UK-based Polly Money's sweet as honey vocals as you view visuals recorded on what looks to be my dad's 50lb camcorder from the 90s. That, at least, is the vibe that has been captured in the new music video for "Roommate." The song is dripping with young love, as...
panther car, “rainbows”
Bozeman, Montana boasts more than just gorgeous landscapes and a feeling of tranquility. Out of the depths of expansive nature comes the musical stylings of Panther Car, expertly comprised of Andrew Cornell, Chrys Kirkwood, Scott Merenz, and Connor Smith. Smooth,...
january 2020 | let’s get it
New beginnings can be very invigorating. But sometimes you're just not in the right head space for it either. So we aren't going to bum you out by giving you a soundtrack that is geared toward ramping up energy and success. We're just going to give you the best new...
oh wonder, “happy”
Magnetic musical duo Oh Wonder began 2020 on the right foot, with the release of new single "Happy". We can't tell you how ecstatic we are that there is another song called "Happy" that won't complete annoy us. (Sorry, Pharrell, we still love you.) Sticky sweet, a bit...
erin’s very specific playlist to celebrate the 2010s: your last minute new year’s playlist to cover the last decade
Erin P.S. Zimmerman has not only the memory of an elephant and the rhythm of one of Destiny's children, but she's the twin sister of our Editor, so she's an absolute magnet for pop culture. She took a side road and grabbed us a large quantity of songs for a playlist...