THAT BAND HONEY enwrapped us in the dreamy melodic brilliance of their new single missing you. This dreamy beach side aura blends the classic influence of mid 60 beach boys with vintage soul. They add modern psych pop sensibility that effectively dreamy. You can simply lose yourself to this vibe.
There’s a touch of Sade or Marvin Gaye in the choruses emotive, lush affect. In that way it connects with artists like Cigarrettes After Sex and Men I Trust. It’s not just us, the band is catching on and getting some real buzz attention. Jump in, you’re still early.
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GARAGE SALE caught our attention with their new single Sink In Yr Ship. The main progression is thoughtful in how it adapts elegantly in a way that’s entirely new but refreshingly familiar. The textured tone of the mix and the calculated performance adds to its unique aura.
Classically it reflects an influence of Nirvana’s radio hits as well as Weezer’s Pinkerton era. That’s an iconic realm to live in. It’s a testament to the songs soft then loud design, as every chorus erupts with classic grunge aesthetic. It reflects how those artists were inspired by shoegaze and its beautiful contrast. We freakin love it.
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We want to ride the metaphorical journey of All Falls Down, the new single from Joshua Hawkes. The rhythmic rotation pulls you in like a melodic train. The vibe is melancholy in a hopeful way, one where Hawkes is overwhelmed by an intense emotional discovery.
The lyrics reflect that sentiment, with a narrative that finds Hawkes pleading at the crossroads of heartache. He knows its the difference between bliss and the unknown, but Hawkes never seems completely out of its. There’s a conviction to his performance that rings with confidence, it adds to his appeal. The compositions a gem too, one that cites and influence 90s alternative acts like Gin Blossoms and adds a modern indie inspiration familiar to Jose Gonzalez and Ben Howard. Hear for yourself.
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We were drawn to the elegant contrast heard on Ash, the new single from Daniel Brouns. A chill infectious groove collides with a tempered vocal, as Brouns sad state fights against the beats upbeat encouragement.
“She hates me now,” he insists.
The narrative is dooming, but the affect us undeniably catchy. It suits its too. There’s a relief to this sentiment. It’s a reflection of its relatability, and a graciousness to know life in this manner. To know the disappointment and to have that part out of the way. It’s all up from here. That aforementioned contrast bridges the gap between Kevin Morby and Rhye. It’s a delicious release.
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