The name Coco might be foreign to you, as it is definitely foreign to search engines in the alternative rock context, but the name Maia Friedman shouldn’t be. The versatile and talented multi-instrumentalist from Southern California is known for her work as part of the band Dirty Projectors and her numerous songwriting credits across the […]
Album Review: “Waiting for Oblivion” by Nylon Smile
Nikolas Soelter has been in the music game for a while, recently breaking away from his former band Never Young and going on to produce his own music under the name Nylon Smile. This indie rock/shoegaze new album is a huge breakaway from Never Young’s heavy punk sound, and it has really allowed Soelter to […]
Album Review: “Summer’s Over” by Jordana & TV Girl
Have you ever spaced out for a moment in public and there isn’t a care or disturbance in the world that could ruin that momentary high of bliss, disconnected from reality? The brand-new collaboration between vocalist Jordana Nye (better known simply as Jordana) and indie darling outfit TV Girl, titled “Summer’s Over”, is just such […]
Album Review: “TV or Not TV” by Liily
Tv or Not TV is the first full length album by alternative artist Liily. This album leaned more on the rock side and has an occasional heavy metal sound. The song “Early Bopper” is the song that carries more of a heavy metal sound I the instrumentals. During the chorus the singer responds to the […]
Album Review: “DYE” by Together Pangea
DYE is the fourth album from alternative group Together Pangea. This album has a softer rock sound and a bit of a classic rock sound while also sounding mainstream. The music breaks are good. They do not go on for too long and they don’t ruin the flow of the songs. The introductions are appropriate […]
Album Review: “Petunia” by Tonstartssbandt
“Petunia” is the latest album from Florida-based sibling noise rock duo, Tonstartssbandht, who have been making unique music together for over a decade. Their musical style can best be described as a mishmash, taking inspiration from multiple sources and genres. It can feel very jazzy/bluesy as it is characterized by having long instrumental riffs that […]
Album Review: “La Luz” by La Luz
La Luz in English roughly translates to “the light” from Spanish, and La Luz is definitely bringing the light with their new self-titled album. The Seattle outfit headed by guitarist and vocalist Shana Cleveland, has combined with the great minds of her ensemble yet again to deliver what La luz and indie fans haven’t been […]
Album Review: “Barnyard” by Good Morning
Barnyard is the fifth album from alternative group Good Morning. There are twelve songs, and this album is on the shorter side at about thirty-five minutes. This album has a bit of a soft rock sound to it. Drums and guitar really seem to carry this album along with the sometimes-faded vocals. “Wahlberg” is a […]
Album Review: “Fun House” by Hand Habits
Fun House is the newly released third album from alternative artist Hand Habits. This album has twelve song that takes just over forty minutes to listen to. The album starts off strong with songs like “More Than Love” and “Aquamarine”. The songs have upbeat tempos and soft vocals. Each of the songs on this album […]
Album Review: “Fast Idol” By Black Marble
Fast Idol is the newest studio album from indie coldwave band Black Marble. Primarily the work of one man, frontman and electronic musician Chris Stewart, Black Marble is characterized by their reverby gothic sounding sound layered with Stewart’s own moody baritone voice. This new album, Fast Idol, is no different, and fits in perfectly with […]