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Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Top 5 Indie Albums You Must Listen to This Year
Introduction The indie music scene has always been a fertile ground for creativity, offering a refreshing alternative to mainstream sounds. In 2024, indie artists continue to push boundaries, creating music that resonates deeply with listeners and offers unique perspectives. This article highlights five standout indie albums released this year that you must add to your playlist. These albums have been selected based on their innovative sound, lyrical depth, and critical acclaim, ensuring a diverse and enriching listening experience.
By Raja Trendsabout 11 hours ago in Beat
Juli Patchouli's June 2024 Miserablist Mish-Mash Playlist:
Introduction My friend Juli is a music lover, DJ, Poet, Writer, Performer, Snake Owner, and Cat Lover and publishes playlists on Facebook. I suggested she put one on Vocal, which piqued her interest. Then I said I would put it together and credit her.
By Mike Singleton 🌜 Mikeydred 🌛2 days ago in Beat
Playlist: Mackem magic and a mystical remix
The big upcoming event for me is the Summer Streets festival in Sunderland - two days of top local bands in the best free festival in the region. We've got a couple of highlights from that show on July 6/7, plus a hazily beautiful remix of some gentle electro-folk from East Durham.
By Andy Potts6 days ago in Beat
Gracie Abrams 'The Secret of Us' review.
As an Avid Swiftie and a lover of heartbreaking writing, I was super excited to see Gracie's Abrams release another album. Gracie Abrams, if you don’t know who she is, is an emerging singer-songwriter in the music scene with a Grammy nomination and she got the honor of opening on Taylor Swift's Eras tour, she also just released her second studio album, 'The Secret of Us'. All that being said Abrams seems to be lined up to be our next ‘it girl’, but does her ability really line up to all this fame?
By Alyce Willow7 days ago in Beat
Nnamdi L. David: An Artist to Watch
Nnamdi L. David, a rising musical talent, has made waves with his debut EP, A Broken Heart (He Will Not Despise), now available on major music platforms. With titles like Don't, Keep Moving, Surrender, Victory, and Good Things, Nnamdi L. David offers a multifaceted musical experience that is both engaging and thought-provoking.
By mysoundMusic9 days ago in Beat
Playlist: Punk Princesses
The summer festival season is getting into full swing, even if the weather isn’t always willing to play along. This weekend sees a female-fronted fantasia in South Shields, which features previously playlist star Cortney Dixon in addition to a couple of acts with new tracks mentioned this week. And, just down the coast, Sunderland is celebrating the launch of its Music City with a mini-festival of artists from or connected to the city. Read on for some of the highlights.
By Andy Potts16 days ago in Beat
Meet Deadbeat Daycare A Dynamic Band Based In Chicago
Picture this. You’re in high school sitting at the lunch table with your best friend and contemplating what a great idea playing music together would be. So, you start the band and realize that you need a drummer and a name. You find the drummer. You decide on a name that is unlike any other. You start writing music in one member’s garage and realize that you need a bass player to round things out. You find a seasoned bass player who is a fit, and suddenly it all makes sense. That’s the story. I am just the messenger. That’s Deadbeat Daycare’s story and they’re not only sticking to it, but they’re ready to rock your world as they start to ramp up their live shows, hitting as many local venues as they can this summer. Most recently, they performed at the notable Brudder's Bar and Burlington Bar in Chicago. The band is ready to kick it into high gear since they are all now finished with college.
By Shannon Fleischman17 days ago in Beat
Emmanuel Carlos St. Omer's Musical Journey: Triumph & Resilience
Emmanuel Carlos St. Omer is more than just a singer-songwriter - he is a true artist whose journey from humble beginnings to global recognition is a testament to his talent, resilience, and passion for music.
By mysoundMusic20 days ago in Beat