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  • Indie Underrated – Elly Hopkins, Sara-Danielle, Gabriel Izak, Jake Thistle

    Indie Underrated – Elly Hopkins, Sara-Danielle, Gabriel Izak, Jake Thistle

    Hype for Elly Hopkins continues to mount with the release of her third single “Kintsugi!” This alt rock song fits snugly in a category with artists like Angie McMahon and Sharon Van Etten. What separates it within this category, though, is its development from beginning to end. The guitar and drum parts are expressive and… Read more

  • Music Video Finds – Elise Trouw, pets, Jack Manley, Sensor Noise

    Music Video Finds – Elise Trouw, pets, Jack Manley, Sensor Noise

    Some artists use music videos simply as vessels for their songs, others make them complementary-yet-original works of art. These artists do the latter! Check out some of our favorite new music videos below: “All You Need is Lust” by Elise Trouw “elevator” by pets “Wind in a Kite” by Jack Manley “California Sober” by Sensor… Read more

  • Indie Underrated – Strange Familia, RAMIAN, Vivienne Blue, Sherakai

    Indie Underrated – Strange Familia, RAMIAN, Vivienne Blue, Sherakai

    We love what we hear in “Porcelain,” the newest single by Strange Familia. This song erupts when it begins, and it only gets more spectacular as it continues. The bright melodic tones and dance-worthy rhythms are a perfect match for the catchy vocals and, all together, these elements make the song fun and memorable. We… Read more

  • Indie Underrated – Sara Rachele, Pool Girl, Jake Huffman, avalon

    Indie Underrated – Sara Rachele, Pool Girl, Jake Huffman, avalon

    Get your indie throwback fix with this dreamy new single by Sara Rachele. “I Can’t Relate to You – Kristofer Sampson Mix” is pure nostalgia. The slow, arpeggiated guitar played to a waltzy rhythm provides the perfect backdrop for an impressive vocal performance. Talk about range! And stick around for the soulful organ solo. This… Read more

  • Indie Underrated – Shybaby, Altai, Ted Bunny, Ocean Lights

    Indie Underrated – Shybaby, Altai, Ted Bunny, Ocean Lights

    Fans of artists like Wet Leg and Alvvays will love this new single by Shybaby. “Scratcher” combines a rock instrumental arrangement with pop progressions and structure to achieve a sound that is definitively alt pop. The guitars and drums sound relatively heavy, but they’re lightened by the bubbly vocal melodies (which are quite memorable). Keep… Read more

  • Indie Underrated – Trails and Ways, Cotton Caves, O Mateus, BÜNNI

    Indie Underrated – Trails and Ways, Cotton Caves, O Mateus, BÜNNI

    Trails and Ways is back! “Patiently” arrives after a nine year hiatus and demonstrates a refreshed and refined indie rock sound. The groove feels incredibly natural, the vocals sound grainy and mellow, and the atmospheric tones sit perfectly in the mix. We think this one would fit well on a playlist with artists like Foster… Read more