Legendary singer/songwriter Jesse Winchester passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2014 after battling cancer of the esophagus since 2011. Many way not know Jesse’s name but you have heard artists perform his song. I know of Jesse through being a Jimmy Buffett fan. Jimmy has been singing Jesse’s song throughout his career and in honor of Mr Winchester’s passing, we’d like to pay tribute to … Continue reading TRIBUTE: Jesse Winchester
Vocally, Minneapolis native Matt Moberg could be the US’s answer to David Gray. His music has been featured on MTV’s “Friends Zone”, “Jersey Shore”, “Pauly D Project”, “Teen Mom”, “16 and Pregnant”, as well as E’s “Married to Jonas.” Check out the song “Four Hands” from his EP “Racers” Matt Moberg: Bandcamp | Facebook | Twitter | Website [bandcamp width=350 height=470 album=3381643689 size=large bgcol=ffffff linkcol=0687f5 tracklist=false] Continue reading NEW: Matt Moberg
The spring weather has us still searching and scouring the interwebs for Vans Warped Tour appropriate/type bands. Check out Never Let This Go. Formed in 2012 in Arizona with vocalist David Kleinebreil, bassist Alex Gilbertson drummer Jordan Auge, and guitarist Austin Jones, this four piece is Warped Tour ready with their sound. Never Let This Go: Facebook | Twitter [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viyqiWJEi8Q?rel=0] Continue reading NEW ARTIST: Never Let This Go
Our latest song addiction is Nicole Atkins‘ song “Girl You Look Amazing” from her 2014 Slow Phaser album and if you aren’t up on your feet dancing with the one you love/like – real or imaginary, then we suggest you listen to the song again! Nicole Atkins: Facebook | Twitter | Website [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsZvo0ZtfUw?rel=0] Continue reading NEW: Nicole Atkins
Formed in 2012, Someday I released a self-titled EP in 2013 and it’s a solid 3 songs. Check’em out below and let us know your thoughts. [bandcamp width=350 height=350 album=2068142224 size=large bgcol=ffffff linkcol=0687f5 minimal=true] Continue reading NEW ARTIST: Someday I
I will be the first to admit I may not know a lot about the culture or genre that is EDM, but I do know what I like when it comes to listening to it or dancing to it and I like what I’m hearing from SynthKartell. SynthKartell is currently working on his debut album, but while we’re waiting for that, check out the new track … Continue reading NEW TRACK: “L.A. Fuel”
Hailing from Sydney, Canada (yes, Canada, not Australia) Carleton Stone is a 28 year old singer/songwriter who’s new album “Draws Blood” on GroundSwell Music is heartfelt and and poetic. The 10 track album is a perfect accompaniment to a gray, rainy day as it lifts your spirits and soothes your soul. Carleton’s voice has a hint of David Gray and his music has the beautiful simplicity … Continue reading NEW ARTIST: Carleton Stone
On Throwback Thursday, we featured Slade’s “Run Runaway” and while searching for the video we discovered a cover from Canada’s folk-rock band Great Big Sea and at first listen we would have bet our lives that they were from Ireland. If Great Big Sea’s cover doesn’t make you want to chug pints of Guinness with your pals, then something is obviously wrong with your ears. [youtube … Continue reading COVER: “Run Runaway”
The state of Georgia just breeds bands that know how to create infectious tunes like The Constellations and Stokeswood. Athens, GA band, Greco, follows in the wake of those bands. Check out the catchy tunes from the 5 piece below. Greco: Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/136077670″ params=”color=00aabb&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_artwork=true” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /] [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/136077404″ params=”color=00aabb&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_artwork=true” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /] Continue reading NEW ARTIST: Greco
Rebel Revive’s debut EP “XI” (Eleven) was recorded by front man Matthew Lindblad performing all guitar, bass, drums, and vocal parts in the studio. “XI” is 6 catchy pop-rock infused tunes and we can’t stop listening to it. Take a listen to the EP below & let us know your thoughts in the comments. Rebel Revive: Facebook | Soundcloud | Twitter | Website [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/playlists/4430134″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&visual=true” width=”100%” … Continue reading NEW ARTIST: Rebel Revive