Alternative Music
-
MIDWEST SUMMER
Genre: Alternative
"...Homes at Night blur the boundaries between genre and generation with their alternative pop/rock anthems. It's a sound that's both nostalgic and modern, layered with organic instruments, synth-driven soundscapes, cinematic hooks, percussive pulse, and story-driven songwriting that nods to their Nashville roots while simultaneously pushing far beyond them...."
-
THE SURFACE
Genre: Alternative
"...Like its predecessors, The Surface is an intensely personal and powerful journey for Shomo, who has never shied away from sharing his demons in his music and with his fans. However, the frontman has turned a corner with a more optimistic outlook and demonstrates exceptional growth as both an artist and a human being through the songs that comprise the album...."
-
GOOD MAN
Genre: Alternative
"...Today, New York City singer, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist Miles Francis releases their transformative album Good Man, announcing a hometown New York show at Sultan Room on April 27...."
-
NERVOUS ORACLE
Genre: Alternative
"...The Chicago-based alternative outfit Bonelang (comprised of long time friends and collaborators Samy. Language and Matt Bones) has announced the release of their forthcoming EP Nervous Oracle in partnership with AWAL...."
-
WDYWTBWYGU
Genre: Alternative
"...On May 13, Johan will drop his debut album WDYWTBWYGU (short for “What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up”), an opulently arranged set held together by Johan’s auto-tune croon and his tender and self-deprecating perspective on fading future horizons...."
-
DEBUT COMEDY ALBUM
Genre: Alternative
"...Brooklyn born comedian and podcast host Chris Distefano is getting ready to release his comedy special and debut comedy album later this year...."
-
(E)MOTION SICKNESS
Genre: Alternative
"...Pop-punk duo girlfriends (Travis Mills + Nick Gross) announce their new album (e)motion sickness out June 17th via Big Noise and release two exhilarating new tracks, "High Again" and "Toaster for a Swim." (e)motion sickness is the highly anticipated follow-up to the bands’ self-titled debut. girlfriends conjure songs that are once pleasingly familiar, warmly unique and passionately vulnerable and (e)motion sickness is just that...."
-
R.E.C.Y.C.L.E. (DO IT RIGHT!)
Genre: Alternative
"...In a world where conversations about environmental challenges top our news, Wes believes his kids music will help parents teach their children about the importance of recycling and saving the planet...."
-
MAKE MYSELF ME
Genre: Alternative
"...Out May 20th on Red Parlor Records, Make Myself Me Again finds rising slide-guitar star Vane growing roots in her Nashville home and taking a moment to grow into herself as well...."
-
MUSIC FOR WELLBEING
Genre: Alternative
"...RoundGlass, a global Wholistic Wellbeing company dedicated to empowering people on their personal wellness journey, announces the unveiling of its Music for Wellbeing channel on YouTube. The channel combines distinct sounds and music amidst a tranquil setting including moving art to inspire listeners on a personal journey to Wholistic Wellbeing...."
-
CREST
Genre: Alternative
"...Recorded alongside a Grammy-winning team of contributors, Crest is a heavy but hopeful ride: the soaring alt-rock conviction of “All Ways,” chamber pop showstopper “Evelyn,” reincarnation themed closer “And The Crowd Goes Wild Again,” even ‘90s-tinged break-up ballad “If I Didn’t Tell You First” rings with a certain triumph. Still, at the album’s heart, there’s a bracing...."
-
SHOULDERS
Genre: Alternative
"...My Kid Brother rose up out of Leesburg with a singular sound reflective of the city's small-town intimacy, yet wildly ambitious all at once. The indie pop quintet fuses warm keys, wistful psychedelic melodies, off-kilter guitar, wiry grooves, iridescent harmonies, and vocal interplay...."
-
COME MORNING
Genre: Alternative
"...Joey and Dave Landreth are two born-to-collaborate, guitar slinging brothers who are the real deal when it comes to exquisite and versatile musicianship. They are also adept storytellers, diving into very real topics like emotional, physical and substance abuse, toxic masculinity, pride in relationships and more on this new album...."
-
HEAL MY HEAD
Genre: Alternative
"...The visual literally captures the notion of learning to dance through the rain, and the backdrop will make you feel as though you are watching a classic '80s teen movie...."
-
CALLING CADENCE
Genre: Alternative
"...showcases the band’s extensive chops across wide-eyed classic Southern soul, Americana, old school rock & roll, pop, country and bluegrass, swampy blues and more, Calling Cadence’s 15 songs encapsulate the band’s wide range of influences while steering these sounds and genres into a distinctly modern direction...."
-
STRANGE MORNINGS IN THE GARDEN
Genre: Alternative
"...The Loyal Seas release their highly anticipated debut album Strange Mornings In The Garden. The album showcases all particular sides of the pair’s personality, from sweeping ballads to kinetic alt-pop...."
-
JOHN INGHRAM
Genre: Alternative
"....a debut album nearly two decades in the making during which Inghram spent time in more than a few notable musicians’ backing bands..."
-
ASTRONAUT
Genre: Alternative
"...Juliana Madrid about “Astronaut”: "This song is about someone who has done something to jeopardize their relationship. They are feeling sorry for themselves and almost shocked by how they were able to so easily hurt this person they loved. I feel like a lot of people will be able to relate to this song, whichever side of the story they may be on."..."
-
OUT LOUD
Genre: Alternative
"...Kyshona is an artist ignited by untold stories, and the capacity of those stories to thread connection in every community. With the background of a licensed music therapist, the curiosity of a writer, the patience of a friend, the vision of a social entrepreneur, the resolve of an activist, and the voice of a singer, Kyshona is unrelenting in her pursuit for the healing power of song...."
-
MATRIARCHY
Genre: Alternative
"...Russian protest art collective Pussy Riot announce their debut mixtape MATRIARCHY NOW to be released on August 5th on Neon Gold Records(MARINA, Charli XCX, Christine and the Queens etc). The release date is just before the 10-year "anniversary" of their August 17, 2012 verdict of being convicted with hooliganism motivated by religious hatred, and spending 2 years in jail for protesting Putin...."