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dori freeman, every single star
Dori Freeman’s new album titled Every Single Star is a perfect follow up to her 2016 break out year. Produced by Teddy Thompson this album features a sparkling voice over simplistic instrumentals allowing her Appalachian style to fully shine through. The powerful way...
wake me up when september ends | september 2019
Yup. We did that. We totally quoted an overly-used Green Day song in the title. If you got this far, congrats! And now it's time to share with you some of the most spectacular gems we have found this month in our September Spotify soundtrack. Featuring new listening...
maybe september, i love again | september 2019
Hey hi. It's September. Our friends are talented. We've got new music videos out the wazzoo for you. Briston Maroney, James Arthur, and Mike Posner are all in the roundup, along with some new names and faces that we just adore! Check out the soundtrack now, and head...
madisen ward and the mama bear, started with a family
Kansas City-based favorites Madisen Ward and The Mama Bear have done it again with their new release, a delightful full-length titled Started With a Family, which -- to their credit -- it did entirely. And they've packed it to the brim with their signature robust, at...
miss june, bad luck party
Incendiary, vengeful, and all-around kickass: The first full-length album from New Zealand powerhouse Miss June slams from start to finish. Brimming with fiercely punk riot grrrl anthems and self-deprecating moodiness, Bad Luck Party spans captivating rock...
modern moxie talk geographical influence, performing live, and recording the masterful claw your way out
Amidst the madness following the release of their new album Claw Your Way Out, indie quartet Modern Moxie took a few minutes to answer some questions for us. Quite the feat, considering this is the debut full-length release for band members Madison Lucas (Vocals,...
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band of silver, “little talks” [of monsters and men]
Nashville-based pop/rock trio Band of Silver - comprised of siblings Avery, Alex, and Evan Silvernagel - releases the video for their cover of "Little Talks" by Of Monsters and Men today. We've got your first look, and it's a fun one. A gorgeous song in its own right,...
jeremy ferrara, “this trouble”
With this freshest release, songwriter Jeremy Ferrara sounds as if he’s lived through his own life a few times before, only to come out wiser. Melancholy, observational, yet still bright; “This Trouble” weaves influences both sedentary and explorative, sketching a...
jon hill, “human”
Indie pop artist Jon Hill is dropping his new single “Human” today from Broken Record Co. Featuring as the title track on his upcoming EP, this emotional yet simplistic track offers relief from the demons behind our eyelids and allows us to not feel so alone for a...
beth bombara @ knuckleheads saloon
On Thursday, August 29th, soulful songstress Beth Bombara opened for Kevin Galloway at Knuckleheads Saloon in east Kansas City. Floored by her vocals, she really warmed the crowd up for the evening. Highlight photos below! Keep up with...
lady lightning, sleepover
Electro-pop-punk duo Lady Lightning co-fronted by Graci Carli and Tony Bush released their debut EP album titled Sleepover in May of this year. The Brooklyn based band receives inspiration from 80’s style pop-rock legends Kenny Loggins, Debbie Harry, and Michael...
phebe starr, ice tea liberace
Phebe Starr is back and brighter than ever with her new EP Ice Tea Liberace which was released on August 30 of this year. Showcasing an impressive musical vision and a wide range of vocal talent this four-song album will be the perfect kick start to your Fall music...
naah, “electric life”
The newest single from Swedish singer/songwriter Naah and producer C. Gold, titled “Electric Life”, features sparkling melodies that are mellow, bubbly, and counter-intuitive. But, while the track’s sonic mood is neutral or even optimistic, the lyrics give way to the...
g flip, about us
On Friday, indie pop powerhouse G Flip released the highly anticipated debut full-length About Us. From the first seductive lines of "Lover" to the last winding, beautiful chords of "2 Million", this album is packed to the brim with ambient sounds that will help you...
caravan palace, chronologic
The energy that bursts forth with each new stanza in Caravan Palace's new release - a full-length titled Chronologic - is undeniable. From the fade in on first track "Miracle", unwavering positivity is thrust upon your eardrums, a soundscape and attitude we have been...
a conversation with the lilacs
Today, we sit down with Ken Kurson from The Lilacs, a Chicago rock band formed in 1990. With their first album release in more than 25 years together, it’s safe to say we had a few questions. Our time together delves into musical influences, live performance, and - of...
lina tullgren, free cell
From the very first, slow chords of the title track, to the final, crawling notes of twelfth song "Piano", artful indie pop artist Lina Tullgren's new album Free Cell takes you on a steady, beautiful sonic journey that you will not regret being a part of. Songs like...
the 40 acre mule, goodnight & good luck
Today, Dallas-based rock collective The 40 Acre Mule releases their latest full-length, a 10-track album titled Goodnight & Good Luck. Filled to the brim with incredible chord progressions, guitar riffs that will melt your face down to your teeth and cheekbones,...