“Halloween” by Mark Schwaber: Warm Indie Rock Nostalgia
(Editor’s note: this review was written prior to Halloween.) As Halloween night approaches, I think about what songs I should add to my fall playlist. There aren’t many songs out there about Halloween, let alone capture the nostalgic emotion I always feel when remembering my time trick-or-treating. As Mark Schwaber displays in his most recent […]
“Platypuseidon” by Flip Rushmore: Gleefully Surreal Indie Rock
For Minneapolis-based artists Flip Rushmore, “Platypuseidon” is the most recent addition to their catalog of high-speed Midwest anthems. At just around four and a half minutes, “Platypuseidon” never loses its momentum and only builds with intensity the further you listen. The intro begins with a high tempo beat from the drum sticks with a melodic […]
“Melbourne” by Melanie MacLaren: Strong, Confident Songcraft
With the release of the second single anticipating her upcoming debut EP, set to arrive in early 2022, Melanie MacLaren adds her own sweet and gentle Nashville sound to the indie-folk landscape. With a sound and aesthetic executed with competence and heart, “Melbourne” is the name of the track that will have you dancing and […]
“Caravan” by Sarah Brunner feat. Tyler McGinnis: Warm Folk Music for Autumn
Kicking off a five year hiatus from releasing music, Sarah Brunner has returned better than ever. Since 2016, Brunner has taken a break from releasing music as she spent her time playing over a thousand shows, finding her crowd, and getting a taste of what the people want. Her recent single, “Caravan,” featuring Tyler McGinnis, […]
