Song of the Day: David Ramirez “Glory”
I have become quite a big fan of David Ramirez over the past few years. Earlier this year, he released a short little EP called The Rooster. Even with just 5 songs, it’s one of my favorite records of...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Vance Joy “Riptide”
I have been ravenously devouring the debut album from Vance Joy, God Loves You When You’re Dancing. “It is folk music with pop influences. His songs capture the familiar pulse of everyday experiences...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Young Jesus “Family & Friends”
The simplicity of this song is what does it for me. The whole song is just over two and a half minutes long and repeats one line throughout the whole thing, but almost every second of that time is...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Andrew Bird “Pulaski At Night”
Earlier this week Andrew Bird released a new EP titled I Want to See Pulaski At Night. It’s already one of my favorite releases of the year, and the title track is the best thing I’ve heard from Bird...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Roo & the Howl “To the River”
Roo & the Howl is the new moniker for Colorado songstress, Bekah Wagner, who is set to release her debut album in early 2014. The word “roo” comes from the old English term for “quiet”, which...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Mount Moriah “Bright Light”
Mount Moriah is an alt-country band from North Carolina and they released their sophomore record, “Miracle Temple,” back in February. The single, “Bright Light” has been one that has stuck with me...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Holly Williams “Giving Up”
I continue to be amazed the way musical talent can be passed on from one generation to the next. The most recent example of this has come through my discovery of singer-songwriter, Holly Williams, who...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Hayden “Blurry Nights”
Paul Hayden Desser is a Canadian singer-songwriter that has been writing and recording records since the mid-90′s but has only just recently caught my attention with his 2013 album, “Us Alone”....
View ArticleTake Away Show ft. Phoenix
I found the latest album by French pop band Phoenix, “Bankrupt!“ to be rather underwhelming. However, this excellent “Take Away Show” ft. Phoenix playing a more stripped down version of the single...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Sin Fang “Young Boys”
Earlier this year, Icelandic experimental pop artist Sin Fang released Flowers, his third and most accessible album to date. The album was recorded and produced by Alex Somers (producer of Sigur Rós...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Hey Marseilles “Heart Beats”
If you don’t love this song upon first listen, please don’t give up on it. It’s one of those songs that just gets better with every listen as you really dig into the lyrics and the melody. It’s a...
View ArticleSong of the Day: José González “Step Out”
José González has written a new song for the soundtrack to the film “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.” The song is filled with as much emotion as you have come to expect from González, but rather...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Milk Carton Kids “The Ash & Clay”
The Milk Carton Kids are a new folk duo, making some great Americana music in the vein of acts like Simon & Garfunkel or The Everly Brothers. The Ash & Clay is their third full-length record...
View ArticleSong of the Day: MisterWives “Reflections”
Mandy Lee’s powerful voice and catchy lyrics make “Reflections” one of the best songs of the year so far. I really love the beat. If you’re a fan of CHVRCHES this is definitely worth a listen.
View ArticleBombay Bicycle Club “To the Bone”
Watch Listen Tell released a new video over the weekend of London-based Bombay Bicycle Club performing the gorgeous and terribly sad song “To the Bone.” This was a b-side from their recently released...
View ArticleSong of the Day: First Aid Kit “My Silver Lining”
First Aid Kit has a new album coming out June 10th and just recently shared the first single off the record. Take a listen.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Noah Gundersen “Cigarettes”
I got the chance to see Noah Gundersen perform live last week. I had to drive 3 hrs to get to the show and then drive straight back so that I could get make it to work at 7AM the next morning. Best...
View ArticleSong of the Day: Colin Meloy “Carolina Low”
Today’s song is a brand new tune from The Decemberists’ Colin Meloy. He performed the new song, Carolina Low at the Aladdin Theater in his hometown of Portland, Oregon. Everything this guy does is gold.
View ArticleSong of the Day: The Staves “Make It Holy”
One of the most beautiful songs of the last year and a great one for these last few days of winter.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Josh Garrels “Born Again”
This guy just keeps getting better. I shouldn’t have waited so long to give this album a listen.
View ArticleSong of the Day: The Lumineers “Ophelia”
The Lumineers are set to release their sophomore effort, Cleopatra, on April 8th. In the meantime, I have been digging the lead single, “Ophelia.”
View ArticleSong of the Day: Ra Ra Riot “Absolutely”
This is the best pop song of the year so far. Play it loud!
View ArticleSong of the Day: Julien Baker “Go Home”
This might be my favorite song of 2015. The little nod to “In Christ Alone” at the end is absolutely perfect.
View ArticleSong of the Day: King Charles “Choke”
The sophomore album, Gamble For a Rose, from London-based singer-songwriter, King Charles is the early front-runner for my favorite album of the year.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Shawn James “American Hearts (A.A. Bondy)”
This is one of the rare occasions where I hear a cover of an already beloved song and love it even more than the original. I love when the wolves start howling along to the chorus.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Tow’rs “Circles”
Off of their 2015 album The Great Minimum. Gorgeous melody and powerful lyrics.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Rayland Baxter “Oh My Captain”
I got the chance to see Rayland open for the Civil Wars at The Fox Theater in Boulder, CO. It was one of my favorite live performances I’ve ever seen. He completely captivated the entire crowd.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Penny and Sparrow “Finery”
I’m a little late to the party, but I’m glad I finally made it. Can’t stop listening to their new album, Let a Lover Drown You.
View ArticleSong of the Day: M. Ward “Confession”
M. Ward “Confession” – From the 2016 album More Rain on Merge Records.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Adele “When We Were Young”
Adele – “When We Were Young” – From the 2015 album 25 on Columbia Records.
View ArticleSong of the Day: Glen Hansard “Didn’t He Ramble”
Glen Hansard – “Didn’t He Ramble” – This is a stripped down version of the song fond on the 2016 EP A Season On The Line. I had a hard time choosing between this live performance and the studio...
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