indie underrated

No summer playlist is complete without “Pool Party (feat. Lenny McFly),” the title track from the newest album by Alex Cherney and the Brothers Nylon. This indie-funk tune is an absolute groover. Its active bassline, rhythmic guitars, disco-inspired drums, and warm vocals make it the perfect invitation to cut loose. Overall, it’s a crisp and modern descendant of music previously championed by artists like the Bee Gees.

While you should certainly add “Pool Party” to your summer playlists, don’t overlook the fact that Pool Party itself is an ideal summer soundtrack. From top to bottom, the album fabulously captures and maintains the mood of a poolside experience. Save yourself the trouble of DJing, AC and the Brothers Nylon have that covered for you.

Start at track one and let it ride.

We love what we hear in “Beautiful,” the newest single by indie-soul innovator MAAME. The song is anchored by a shimmering electric guitar track (akin to that of “Purple Rain”) and elevated by a tender and agile lead vocal performance. We sort of hear it as a cross between the neo-soul music of artists like BENEE and the classic soul tunes of artists like Minnie Riperton.

It’s gentle. It’s passionate. It is “Beautiful.”