Archive for Alternative Pop
Filed under Alternative Pop, Audio, Indie, Indie Rock, Pop
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Claiming to write songs about girls, this indie pop group only lists "Jon" (Jon Torres) as its member. I guess good music doesn't really require much names as the band seems to have a knack for creating catchy indie folk pop cuts.
From Rough to Calm Seas is the artists' latest effort. It's a short 4-track EP that's filled with pop music with a hint of surfer sound.
Weezer, Pavement and The Beach Boys are some of the bands that have influenced their sound. Indeed, you'll hear this feel-good, sometimes quirky sound that most of the bands mentioned above are known for.
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Written by Valerie
· January 31, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Alternative Pop, Audio, Pop, Pop Rock
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Slowly but surely, Literature blooms a garden full of good music in their new release entitled Arab Spring.
Kevin Adickes, Nathaniel Gardaci, Seth Whaland and Mike Yaklin, better known as Literature have crafted ten power pop tracks that appeals to the senses. It was recorded during the summer of 2011 and was released on new year's day of this year.
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Written by Mona
· January 29, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Acoustic, Alternative Pop, Audio, Country, Folk, Folk Rock, Indie
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My Head Is In The Clouds is the second release from Texas native, Grand Child. Composed of one man behind the scenes, namely Andy Lane; the album is a gorgeous mix of folk, psychedelia and acoustic indie pop.
Lane originally played for punk/ska band, Driver F. This is his solo project and it's nowhere near the music he plays with his band. His sound instead focuses on acoustic folk while incorporating psychedelia, and some catchy pop tunes here and there. It's a nice little record worth exploring if you want an album that's laid-back yet a little different to keep you company.
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Written by Valerie
· January 19, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Alternative Pop, Audio, Pop Rock, Punk
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These Chicago natives describe their journey on their Facebook as "a bunch of wimps started practicing in a basement. Some left, others joined, and a couple managed to remain constant. They are playing shows, touring, and recording their sophomore slump."
Well, those basement practices sure did pay off. The Please & Thank Yous sound is jolly punk pop, reminiscent of Goldfinger from the 90s and the many punk bands that never took themselves too seriously. It's this carefree and honesty that makes them interesting to listen to.
Mind Yr P's & Q's is the band's full length debut. It's a mix of both old and new songs; narrating the bands personal take on the various happenings of life.
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Written by Valerie
· January 18, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Acoustic, Alternative Pop, Ambient, Audio, Downbeat, Folk, Folk Rock, Indie, Indie Rock, Pop, Rock, Soul
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Another band that you wouldn't think is composed of only two people at the helm; Night Reports create beautiful indie rock music with a touch of soul.
Long time friends, Derrick Brown and Beau Jennings, have both collaborated in various projects before. However, they've never tackled anything similar to Night Reports. Although the collaboration started out slowly, with both of them passing MP3s and recorded files via email and voice message; they eventually compiled what has become You're All Out.
The record is a concept album of sorts, as it revolves around an athlete who is down in the dumps and living (and reliving) his life in his glory days.
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Written by Valerie
· January 16, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Acoustic, Alternative Pop, Audio, Indie Rock, Pop, Pop Rock
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One of the most interesting indie female pop rock compilations I've heard in a long time, Disarm from She Makes War both enchants and captivates upon first listen.
The lady behind this musical project is multi-instrumentalist Laura Kidd. Apart from music, she's dabbled in other interests like film making and photography among others. She also does session work for various musicians including Alex Parks, I Blame Coco and Tricky.
This is her debut compilation and it comes with 13 tracks that hover between indie rock, slight grunge and pop.
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Written by Valerie
· January 14, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Filed under Alternative Pop, Alternative Rock, Audio, Blues Rock, Folk, Folk Rock, Indie Rock, Jazz, Rock
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Moongardening Inc. might have an unusual band name as well as an album title, but their music manages to stand out and impress. Creating a solid fusion of pop, jazz, blues and a whole lot in between; A Sky Full of Killer Whales exudes a certain charm.
Only downside is that there's hardly anything about the band online except what's written on their BandCamp page and sparse reviews here and there.
Nevertheless, their music can easily take front and center without much background info about them.
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Written by Valerie
· January 11, 2012 at 9:01 AM
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