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Lighthearted and relatable, Patchwork Guilt’s (the moniker of Phoenix Mundy) “Dance Class” dares to dream of the beauty of letting go and breaking free. Mundy explains that the song was written after a counseling session intended to help her work through her struggles with social anxiety. “‘Dance Class’ was written after one of the sessions […]
In a song as captivating and powerful as the artist herself, country singer Analisa Carter evokes passion on “Loved By You” out July 21. Detailing the experience of falling out of love, Carter sings with intensity about the need to be independent from her former lover. Looking for a way to break free, Carter sings […]
Towards the end of a long bout of alcohol and drug addiction brought on by the sudden death of his father, Ashton York has written his most vulnerable record yet – a distinctly wistful track, “Awful Time” (out July 15), that expresses deep sorrow both lyrically and sonically as he documents the consequences of a […]
Award-winning family musician and songwriter Greg Lato adds yet another feather to his cap with the August 26 release of his second children’s album, Adults These Days. An extra treat, available separately, is Greg’s recently released children’s picture book, Everybody Needs Someone, based on a song from the album. Greg’s 2020 debut children’s album, Create My […]
Adding a twist to the indie-folk genre, with his use of industrial and electronic elements within the framework of traditional folk, Simeon Loth’s debut EP Pacific serves as a demonstration of his melodic expertise and lyrical precision. Out August 5th, the 3-track EP attempts to unravel the woes of relationships and the complicated feelings which […]
Electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre will release his 22nd studio album, and one of his most ambitious projects to date, OXYMORE on October 21 via Sony Music. The album has been conceived as an immersive work in a multi-channel and 3D binaural version. Multi-channel binaural sound will revolutionize how music is composed, mixed and […]
Singer-songwriter Allison Jordan conjures up warmth and nostalgia on her newest release “Circles.” The track, out July 15, begins with Jordan’s voice backed by a mellow acoustic guitar and stirring piano melody. Drawing listeners in with her soothing vocals and open-ended lyrics, Jordan invites listeners to paint their own pictures and attribute their own memories […]
Last week, singer-songwriter-performer GIGI ROWE released two new tracks, both which were prominently featured in Prime Video’s new dating show The One That Got Away — “Borrowed Time” landed a coveted placement in the opening scene of the series and “You Me and the Stars” was the backdrop for a magical romantic sparkler scene (clip here). Today (7/1), Gigi is unveiling “So Iconic,” a […]
Honey Cellar’s sophomore album Borders takes listeners beyond the surface and dives deep into the interconnectedness of humanity with the earth and the complicated relationships of humans with each other. The album, out June 24, glides seamlessly between evocative subject matters and weaves themes together with artful ease. “In the last few years, we—as a […]
After the success of singles “Heartworn Hopeless Highway” and “Pearly Gates”, Americana roots artist Billy Woodward released his highly anticipated LP The Boy From The Bay on June 24th. The Boy From The Bay showcases both the highs and lows of Billy Woodward’s painful yet exquisite life, and the love he has for the kind […]
