“moon girlfriend” by Spilly Cave: Deceptively Deep Bedroom Pop
When I first listened to “moon girlfriend” by bedroom indie pop artist Spilly Cave, I misunderstood the song. I sat on my back porch with my earbuds in, watching the trees glitter and the sun move across the yard, and I latched onto the song’s reoccuring lyrical mantra: “When shit gets cold, I’m okay.” I […]
Tailor-Made, Rascal Miles: The Perfect Fit
The expression “tailor-made” is defined as made or fitted to a particular purpose with a tailor’s care and style. It’s created to fit the needs or specifications of a particular situation, object or person making it seem as though it was made that way. And in honor of June approaching, Rascal Miles “Tailor-Made” accentuates this […]
“Heron” by Tweed: A Meditation on the Natural World
Tweed’s single “Heron” follows the journey of a bird flying into the next season, or chapter of life. The Auckland folk band’s slow, rhythmic song set to grounding guitar changes mimics the feel of the heron soaring free in the air, while still knowing where it’s from. As the lyrics written by the trio tell […]
“Free” by The Shelter and Clemente Castillo: Fresh, Catchy Indie Pop
A popping guitar riff, pulsing bass, coupled with silvery vocals that overlay the track, make “Free” by The Shelter a song to come back to again and again. The Mexican band, formed in January 2020 by three musicians: Elias Gameros (vocals), Javier Orduña (guitar), and Hector Chan (drums), is making waves in the Mexican music […]
“Shady Lane” by the Masterminds: A DIY Indie Tune
Coming in with a home-spun indie feel, The Masterminds have released a new track titled “Shady Lane” that blends folk rock with elements of DIY garage bands. “Shady Lane” purposefully creates a textured sound that comes off as muddled and low fi, complementing the lyrical content. The music on this track contributes to the garage […]
Gal Musette on “Honeymoon,” Her New Album, and Romantic Realism
The sounds of dream pop are usually used to convey a sort of blissful, starry-eyed romanticism–think Mazzy Star’s “Fade Into You,” Cocteau Twins’ “Heaven or Las Vegas,” or the Cure’s “Just Like Heaven,” an important forerunner of the dream pop sound. Gal Musette, also known as the California-based singer-songwriter Grace Freeman, has steeped herself in […]
“Breathe” by Paponeireau: A Gentle Reminder to Find Peace
While the world is occupied with decisions, consequences, desires and challenges, it is easy to lose sight of who you are. Without taking the time out of the day to revisit your goals and purpose, oftentimes you forget to ground ourselves in the midst of life. Thankfully, Paponeireau is here to remind us to breathe. […]
Sade Fox on “Necessary Nostalgia,” the Songwriting Process, and Learning Experiences
Sade Fox shares a visceral ache for the past in their new song “Necessary Nostalgia.” The four and a half minute track is framed in a gentle piano loop, making plenty of space for the bright and enchanting vocals. Sade Fox boasts a clear, shimmering voice that will remind listeners of alternative artists like beabadoobee […]
At Last a Truth That Is Real: Sweet Trip’s Roby Burgos on the Band’s Journey and Their New Album
My parents, bless them, didn’t know why I was so excited. I told them that I would be interviewing someone from a band called Sweet Trip, a band whose music I’ve loved and admired for some time, and they were happy for me. But they didn’t quite get why I was grinning from ear to […]
A Sweet Trip of Sweet Trip: A Guide Through the Cult Favorite Band’s Best Songs
Engaging with the music of Sweet Trip is a very personal thing. That’s true for all music–the thesis of this very blog is that the listener forms their own story when listening to a song based on their own experiences–but it’s especially true with Sweet Trip. A Sweet Trip song is never just happy or […]
