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Folk Indie Music

Virginia It Is by Spectator Bird

Spectator Bird have just released their debut album, Given Names, and it is breathtaking. The musical creation of sisters Lindsey and Rachel Fitzgerald; Spectator Bird showcases a beautiful example of original folk music from the corners of the Shenandoah Valley. Given Names by Spectator Bird  “Virginia It Is” is the last song on the album. […]

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Folk Music Pop

Old Love by Leaving Lennox

“Old Love” is the newest single by Australian natives Leaving Lennox. I got the chance to ask Mick and Lauren a couple of questions on what the song means to them, and why they decided on a recent name change (they were formerly known as Lennox Lust). Here is what they had to say: “’Old […]

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Folk Indie Music Pop

Hey You by JONA OAK

Hey You, if you’re reading this, listen to Jona Oak’s newest single. “Hey You” is a brilliant song by Jona Oak about the fragility of our future and the impact humans have had on the planet. The video shows us a vast landscape, a beautiful mountainous region covered in green trees, before zooming into an […]

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Folk Music

a walk out of doors by Luke Callen

Take heed, take heed, Luke Callen has a great new song “a walk out of doors” from his upcoming album, Below Your Knows. An album built out of the roots that once was American folk music. It’s simple, earthy, and raw. An album Ron Swanson would listen to while canoeing. “A walk out of doors” […]

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Folk Music Pop

Fleeting by Peridot

This is a guest post by Eddy Marshall. Peridot is a group of musicians that know their brand. Beautifully arranged songs, cozy morning cups of warmth, and ceaselessly reminding you that no matter how much affection you shower upon them, they will always and forever, “love you more.” The inimitable duo has nestled even deeper […]

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Folk Music Pop

See Me Again by JEMS

“See Me Again” is enchanting. The Los Angeles based trio, JEMS, is made up of Singer-Songwriters Emily Colombier, Jessica Rotter and Sarah Margaret Huff, and their newest single, “See Me Again” is a slow and beautiful ballad. JEMS by JEMS There’s something truly magical about vocal harmonies. Experienced in a live performance you can be […]

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Folk Music

Fire Starter by Honeysuckle

“Fire Starter” is the newest single from one of my favorite bands, Honeysuckle, who is the only band that I’ve seen that have brought me to tears. The trio, consisting of Holly McGarry, Chris “Gooch” Bloniarz, and Benjamin Burns are a rare talent. One that deserves any and all recognition they receive, including winning Best […]

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Folk Music

Stick By You by Ethan Schaefer

This is a guest post by Eddy Marshall Ethan Schaefer is a singer-songwriter based in Colorado Springs. His music and lyrics radiate with undertones of his Virginia upbringing. The folk influence on his sound is evidenced by his voice centering itself in the second half of its diphthongs and his words singing of the “open […]

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Folk Music Rock

Hollywood Gold by The Prescriptions

“Hollywood Gold” is a great callback to its classic rock roots. Guitars, drums, bass, and a harmonica!? What more could you want in a song? Not much. Hollywood Gold by The Prescriptions I came across this song quickly today and was immediately grabbed by the quality of the recording. It just sounds good. There’s this […]