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  • indie Underrated – Jessica Ever, Walter the Producer, Adios Ghost, Ivana June

    indie Underrated – Jessica Ever, Walter the Producer, Adios Ghost, Ivana June

    “… an upcoming singer/songwriter on the London music scene, and her new single “Around” is proof that there is no stopping soon.” Chicago’s Jessica Ever has released “Ugly & Out of It”, the second single off their upcoming LP.  Sounding more like a flashback to 90s alt-rock, with nods to artists like The Cranberries and Nirvana.… Read more

  • indie Underrated – Tasheff, Kylie Rothfield, Dogos, Lee Cole

    indie Underrated – Tasheff, Kylie Rothfield, Dogos, Lee Cole

    “A slight nod to 80s pop, the buzzsaw synthesizers and chorus-laden guitars give a chill atmosphere while the rhythm section gives the song a steady, driving feel…“ Here at Indie Underrated we occasionally go beyond the fringes to bring you something completely different. “No Talking On The Dancefloor”, the new single from Tasheff falls into… Read more

  • indie Underrated – Martin Luke Brown, Esther Brown, Sophia Warren

    indie Underrated – Martin Luke Brown, Esther Brown, Sophia Warren

    ” While rooted in a jazz foundation, the infectious rhythms and use of Eastern instruments like sitar, flute and tabla drums give it a unique sound unto itself.” “Back 2 Ya” the latest from UK’s Martin Luke Brown is a groovy, lo-fi, soulful tune that would most certainly appease fans of Foster The People and Mac… Read more

  • indie Underrated – Margaret Cho, Lucille Two, Nik Brinkman

    indie Underrated – Margaret Cho, Lucille Two, Nik Brinkman

    “…with its harmonically rich backing vocals and repetitious lyrics, bearing melodic resemblance to moments in “Rumours”” Another wonderful track from the multi-talented Margaret Cho. Her new single “Stevie” delivers a similar alt-pop gusto as “Lucky Gift”, which we featured here a few months back. Quite possibly a nod to Stevie Nicks with its harmonically rich… Read more

  • Indie Underrated – MothBreath

    Indie Underrated – MothBreath

    MothBreath is a wave of fresh air.  Their recent single Brand New evolves like an existential breakthrough.  The vibe is always dreamy, but it wades between washes of melodically dark and light.  In that way they bridge the gap between nineties alternative and Trip Hop.  We hear sentiments of Live and Alanis Morissette as well… Read more

  • indie Underrated – Jethro Pickett, Zohara, Moon Sand Land

    indie Underrated – Jethro Pickett, Zohara, Moon Sand Land

    “…with phrasing that showcases a heavy jazz influence. Sounding almost like a show tune written for the dance floor.” Jethro Pickett, the self proclaimed “prince of freak folk”, has released his latest single entitled “Jolene (Not A Cover)”. Although written as an homage to Dolly Parton, the song bears no resemblance to its predecessor, but… Read more