The Stranger published a beautiful piece about Katherine Paul, aka Black Belt Eagle Scout, delving into the personal stories behind her newest record, Mother of My Children, as well as the impact of the music itself, which is evidently profound, given the single, “Indians Never Die.” Paul herself is part of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, and she has said of the track: “It’s a call … Continue reading
Tag: indie rock
Slowing down at the very end of the night, or very early morning, can be a heavy feeling, but BE GOOD’s newest track will ease you down gently. Continue reading
Soft focus and foggy, Blushing’s latest clip for their single “Weak” keeps them largely obscured. Their flowing dream pop makes the whole affair feel like a figment of the imagination, but the band’s upcoming EP is very real and can be pre-ordered on Bandcamp. Continue reading
I wish I may, I wish I might, share this private moment with your head light; ahem. Source: SoundCloud / Mr. Yolk Continue reading
Taking much inspiration from William Onyeabor, Boy Azooga debuts “Face Behind Her Cigarette.” This is his first release on Heavenly Recordings, and though there hasn’t yet been talk of another release, it is only a matter of time. Continue reading
Distant steel drum hits on “Something to Believe In” combine with darkwave influences in the bass and synth chords for an unexpected late night banger. Source: SoundCloud / Harlequiin Continue reading
Tokyo-based DYGL (say: day-glo) have taken a trick from The Strokes’ book, with crunchy guitars and bouncy vocals to match. Makes sense that Albert Hammond Jr and Gus Oberg are listed as producers on the project, the latter having produced all of The Strokes’ discography. Continue reading
A persistent R&B hymn. Source: SoundCloud / Rosehardt Continue reading
Growing up may be painful, but it sure is beautiful in the springtime. Source: SoundCloud / Benjamin Jaffe Continue reading
I, Alexander sings over a mesh of strings about the allure of a perfect love. I, Alexander by I, Alexander Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 