“Highline has come a long way from their roots ... as four friends forming a band after playing in the High School Jazz band together.
They traded the Jazz licks for a sound that utilizes Indie Rock guitars and a sound that could be anytime from the 90’s to today. Timeless in other words.
This is Indie Rock as it should be! ‘Feel Like New’ doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it certainly rocks and rolls the way it is supposed to. ”
“The Stemmas are an emerging, Indie musical collective started by guitarist and executive producer, Jerry Conrad, and lead vocalist Tommy White but expanded to an impressive group of accomplished artists and collaborators.
’Eyes Wide Open’ is a timeless rock song of boredoma nd questioning and taking a chance to find what answers might be out there in the world. This is Rock and Rolls as it should be, but is seldom heard these days int he glossy world of manufactured corporate music. The right kind of grit and IDGAF attitude, with the video to match.”
“As they say, you never forget your first love. ‘August’ was written about a lost love and the what-might-have-beens of that initial, tangible foray into dreaming of happily ever after.
Sannia delivers the lyrics with a mix of wistful nostalgia, and tender heartbreak to make you feel the heartbreak and lost opportunity. The track shifts from slow and tender to upbeat and regretful, and the blend is intoxicating. ”
“We all need a hype song from time to time. German band, Call US Janus gives us ‘The Greatest’ a straightforward and energetic ode to self-promotion and motivation.
Add this track to your workout playlist, or play it right before walking into demand that raise ,or anytime you need to a shot of confidence and ego to rally you into action.”
“Today is not tomorrow or yesterday. Halover’s “Better State of Mind” is a sad yet energetic Indie Pop song. It reveals the type of mood someone can be in but also provides affirmations that tomorrow will be better. Anyone that listens is able to follow the range of the guitar strings and pick up on every mood Halover has. ”
“Courtney Farren has the rare combination of songwriting talent, and emotive vocal power to convey the words she’s written. ‘I Must Like It’ is a thought or idea we’ve all had as we find ourselves repeating mistakes or at least find ourselves back in familiar situations that we had not exactly been planning for ... leading us to wonder if maybe this is what we want despite ourselves. The writing is nuanced and is the kind of song you can glean something new from with each listen.”
“The vocal prowess of Katie Gregson-MacLeod elevates this track and makes it impossible to skip ahead or drift away from her delivery. Lyrically the emotions are strong and tangible and the intricate delivery kept me leaning in and intrigued for what came next. This is one I will listen to for years to come as the combination of unique talent and human realness give it a timeless quality that will always speak to me. ”
“ I like how Maiah Manser’s takes her time with her delivery in the intro. The song goes from subtle and dramatic to a little energetic. It keeps you engaged with the fast beat and allows you to be a dreamer as well. I like how her vocal range is revealed as well as the overall production.”
“The song has a rock tempo to it because of the guitar and the amps. Its alternative raw style is direct in its purpose without giving you much verses. I wouldn’t classify “Out of Town” as a broken hearted love song but more so of year I messed up and this is why.Even though you hear the chorus more the experimental energy allows you to rock with it.”
“The song has a rock tempo to it because of the guitar and the amps. Its alternative raw style is direct in its purpose without giving you much verses. I wouldn’t classify “Out of Town” as a broken hearted love song but more so of year I messed up and this is why.Even though you hear the chorus more the experimental energy allows you to rock with it.”
“Deaf Andrews brings a whiff of nostalgia in both their sound and writing. At least on this track. We all experience that flashback of sentimentality so the song is certainly relatable, no matter when you grew up.
This is timeless Indie rock with a nice energy and balance of musical talent and thoughtful well delivered vocals. Can’t wait to hear more offerings from this talented group of friends.”
“Michael Isaak lays himself bare with an honesty that would make most uncomfortable. With lyrics that feel like Michael is trying to convince himself as well as his lover that they’ll be ok, I don’t know who needs to believe it more. With blue tape acting like a totem from inception, Michael is fixated on that safe space this brother made for him all those years ago. ”
“Restart is a slice of innocence that only comes from that pain of your first love. Kevian’s lyrics and delivery are so conversational you almost feel a part of their love story. Kevian is truly a storyteller and paints a truly vivid picture of what it feels like when you ground beneath you crumbles when you thought it was solid ground. ”
“Skipping experimental production, a catchy chopped & screwed hook and laid back rap... Jamesbetamax is cooking. The raps let this one down a little but this artist is onto something fresh. Far from perfect there is enough to hear (more importantly, feel) in this record to know when he really dials into the sound he wants to create he’s gonna take the world by storm. Watch this space. ”
“This record is catchy and tongue in cheek in the way LCD Soundsystem was. The production might not be as infectious but this chorus is made to screamed at a packed show. The CrashMonkey tap into the kind of nostalgia that feels forever cool. The vocals are a little off but I think thats part of the charm and is kinda like LA in a way, its a little off but something about it just keeps you coming back.”
“Kacia is a young artist who is finding himself, and he does it with a transparency most established artists haven’t figured out. Stepping into adulthood is never easy, and for a long time you still have teenage emotions just with adult responsibility. Kacia’s lyrics are so innocent, from painting the vivid picture waiting on his letter to Hogwarts to wondering which friends will be around as soon as the school bell rings for one last time. Plastic Straws is a beautiful fist step into adulthood. ”
“Self-reflection doesn’t always need to be drenched in sour minor chords and brooding grooves. Coma Girls prove that because Back To The Source just makes me want to move. Its ear-worm like melodies and true indie anthem guitars make you want to shake your demons off at a Coma Girls show screaming every lyric back at them. Subtle yet poetic with honest like “You were good at sex / But you’re bad at goodbyes” makes this a a true pop masterpiece without even trying. ”
“This song is about not holding back your feelings. Wastelander’s “Be Where” is a light-hearted summer love song that describes every moment you spend with someone. It captures the memories within the descriptive song writing. The tempo may sound a little sad but you have to listen to the lyrics. ”
“With an intro that feels dipped into peroxide and coloured with yellow (see what I did there... blonde) and vocals that pierce through the core of your soul, Cruel is stunning. The lyrics are conversational, the emotions are raw and so visceral it takes you right back to the person did you wrong the hardest in love. The record is stripped with no frills just honesty and pain. ”
“To quote The Verve, this is a bitter sweet symphony. Never loud but impossible to be heard, Haley pours her heart out in this tale of betrayal and heartbreak. Writing and rewriting this song over a 4 year period, Haley really landed right on the heart strings in such a honest and raw way. *Standing ovation* ”