rich hope, “5 cents a dance”

rich hope, “5 cents a dance”

Vancouver, BC-based rock musician Rich Hope – who is joined by Adrian Mack on drums – releases his new track “5 Cents a Dance” today, and we’re streaming it for your eager ears. Whirring guitar and intense percussion lead you into a soundscape that sets its listener into party mode. This song is hard-hitting and raw, sticking with you far after the track stops playing. Hope’s energy-inducing sound is so fast that you might have issues keeping up, though perhaps that’s the biggest thing we need on this gorgeous Tuesday.

Get your exclusive first listen to “5 Cents a Dance” below.

Keep up with Rich Hope here.

autumn is here | september 2018, round 2

autumn is here | september 2018, round 2

If you thought the first half of the month had insane amounts of fun new videos, then you’d be hard pressed to say any different of the second half of the month. So while everyone else is singing their praises to Green Day’s “Wake Me Up When September Ends”, we will be enjoying these new visuals from people who have captured the first hints of autumn for us sonically. Enjoy the following videos with us, featuring Cat Power, IAN SWEET, Holy Golden, Roosevelt, MUSE, We Like Jesus, and more!

isla invisible, ep 1

isla invisible, ep 1

On September 28th, New York-based trio Isla Invisible – comprised of Rebecca Adorno, Julian Brau, and Ryan Correira – released four track collection EP1, and we’ve got some thoughts. From the first, slow, almost trepidatious lines of initial track “Pillow”, EP1 seems to glide through the atmosphere, leaving showers of slow motion glitter in its wake. Even with the deeper, surf-friendly sounds of “Outward” – check out the lyrics that match the vibes of the instrumentals perfectly – and its punk-tinged follow-up “Frail Devices”, the collection boasts an ethereal yet raw sound that will stick with you hours past listening to it. “If All Is” rounds it all out with that same soft sound provided by the vocals in “Pillow”, though there’s much more intent behind this track. It might actually throw you into a state where you’re not entirely sure which emotion you should evoke, but that’s the beauty of EP1. It brings us to a place where we can lay our emotions bare and feel what the music has to offer.

Take a listen below.

Keep up with Isla Invisible here.

sophia scott, “strangers again”

sophia scott, “strangers again”

Los Angeles-based, Boulder-bred genre bending artist Sophia Scott may have a knack for blending country and r&b music, and it might be totally intriguing. Her new track “Strangers Again” has the bravado of a Carrie Underwood track, with a unique pop flare that keeps us coming back for more. Check it out below!

Keep up with Sophia Scott here.

pet envy, “middleman”

pet envy, “middleman”

With the smoothness of a Chromeo track, and a soulful vibe that likens the track to many of its influences, pop rock collectve Pet Envy‘s new track “Middleman” provides the upper hand in its genre, giving us all a new standard by which to judge our new fall releases. The Nashville-based band – comprised of Shelbi Albert, Jake Diggity, Matthew Singler, Jordan Klatt, and Emma Lambiase – brings a certain flare to the track that gives you permission to bob your head along, no matter the atmosphere you might encounter it in.

For example, now would be great.

Keep up with Pet Envy here.

jaime, “dreams” ft. mittone

jaime, “dreams” ft. mittone

Pushing through boundaries with his newest release this week is JAIME. The German born producer, sound designer and drummer wows with “Dreams,” a cleanly produced but seriously memorable piece of hip-hop meets future bass.

He has worked alongside MITTONE for this track, which will form part of his forthcoming album – something we are already looking forward to. “Dreams” is a jigsaw of raw rhythms, pitched down vocals and diverse instrumentation, coming together with a sense of both suspense and excitement. It’s a ground-breaking single, and one that will take JAIME to a new crowd of listeners.

You can hear “Dreams” in full right here.

blvth, blut

blvth, blut

There is something special out for release by BLVTH right now. With his influences ranging greatly from bass to hip-hop and everything in between, the mysterious producer has just delivered his eight-track EP blut. It’s an enticing listen for many reasons, but we love the way that BLVTH refuses to stay within the constraints of one or two genres.

Standouts on the EP have to come courtesy of “Pusher” (we particularly love the version featuring vocalist Soiceytrap), and “Disney,” which really hits hard with its moments of sharp contrast.

You can now listen through each eight tracks in full, check them out right here.

anja kotar, “coltrane”

anja kotar, “coltrane”

San Jose-based indie pop/electronica singer/songwriter Anja Kotar has a new music video for her enticing single “Coltrane”, and we’re lucky enough to be hosting the exclusive premiere. Her soulful, robust vocals dance effortlessly across a soundscape you can’t help but move to when you hear it. Kotar displays her playful side while she sings into the mirror while applying makeup. She also splashes around in a tub, dances in sandals, and hangs out around her home, seen through rose-colored glasses.

Keep up with Anja Kotar here!

savi minds, “lazy”

savi minds, “lazy”

Savi Minds – the brainchild of Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Mikale D’Andrea – recently unleashed new single “Lazy” onto the public. Mellow and intricately layered, the track features D’Andrea’s light-as-a-feather vocals, providing a soundscape that eases your mind and blankets your senses. It truly puts you in the mindset that the name implies, and we’re all for it moving into the mellow autumn season.

Keep up with Savi Minds here.