Lydia Goldthorpe on “My Sky,” Psychotherapy, and a New Album
Pop music reviewers love to make “comps”: comparisons between current artists and their predecessors. (Example: Lady Pills sounds like a better Blondie.) But Australian-born artist Lydia Goldthorpe’s music invites comparisons to classical composers like Erik Satie. Musically, her new song “My Sky” creates a pensive reverie, just like Satie’s famous “Gymnopédie No.1.” The lyrics likewise […]
“Fruit” by Oliver Sim: Healing Your Inner Child
This journey begins with a talk show host asking Oliver Sim “If you could meet yourself as a kid right now, what would you say?” He gives us his answer in “Fruit,” a beautiful yet haunting glimpse into the experience of someone exploring their queerness and healing old wounds. “I’ve done a lot of inner […]
“That’s Where I Am” by Maggie Rogers: Creating A Happy Ending
“That’s Where I Am” is the musical equivalent of sunlight shining through the curtains of a dark room. Inspired by the joyful energy of the rom-com 10 Things I Hate About You, Maggie Rogers takes her own romantic memory and turns it into a power anthem. This track went in a different direction than I […]
“The Bench” by Jeni Schapire: Haunting Ambient Pop About Trauma
“The Bench” is a sensual and hauntingly ethereal track – the kind you’d listen to when you’re lost in thought and memories, evading a restful night’s sleep. Schapire paints a vivid picture of a moment that repeatedly confronts her mind’s eye. Certain memories follow you long after they’re born, sometimes leading you to imagine an […]
“the sound” by woods at nite: Evocative Indie Folk with Great Resonance
What makes a song emotional? Is it thought-provoking lyrics? An intense, reflective sound? A means to reflect on past times? In the case of “the sound” by woods at nite, it’s all of the above. After listening to this song, I can say with 100% certainty that the name, woods at nite (pseudonym for Louisville-based […]
“Hymns Forgot” by Party of the Sun: Bright, Thoughtful Indie Folk
Upbeat, sunny, and lush, this track is an essential add to your summer road trip playlist. Upon hitting play, “Hymns Forgot” draws you in with a smoothly descending riff that suddenly blends into an acoustic, rhythmic sound loop. The intro pulls at your attention, while the song’s optimistic tone and effortless flow throughout entices you […]
Sadie’s “Nowhere”: Where Joy and Loss Collide
“Nowhere” by Sadie is the kind of track that demands your attention. The quirky synth builds a sort of nervous energy that mirrors the experience she speaks of, and the perfectly pitched vocals complement the hyperpop elements of the melody. According to the artist, this eccentric melody is supposed to mirror the “manic happiness and […]
Fawn’s “Mansions”: Striving For Good Vibes
Fawn is back with their second single: a catchy synth pop track that’s perfect for a summer night. “Mansions” is the ultimate sensory experience — from the dreamy vocals to the breezy melody to the trippy video production, it’s sure to make you feel good inside. The track is the product of two great musical […]
“lie to me” by Whitten and Williams: Lo-Fi Pop that’s One of a Kind
As you can imagine, I listen to a lot of music. I’m the managing editor of this blog, which means that I’m the one who goes through our Submithub queue and decides which songs to feature. The number of submissions vary, but it’s usually somewhere between twenty and forty songs a day, sometimes going up […]
“I’m Yours” by Tino del Pozo: A Song of Love and Yearning
With a career spanning four decades, Spanish songwriter Tino del Pozo has been able to blend and transcend music genres, combining modern Americana, blues, and soft rock into a unique sound that exudes the passion typical of Spanish songwriting. The beauty of del Pozo’s latest single, “I’m Yours”, lies in the artist’s ability to juxtapose […]
