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Spotlight Artist: Ferentz and The Felons have a story to tell with their soulful and inspiring music

April 2, 2018

We wanted to spotlight an impressive indie/folk rock band, Ferentz and The Felons. They just released their new debut EP, Hudson County on April 1st and we are already hooked. The band features the music which is inspired from the life of frontman Zak Ferentz, who is also guitarist and songwriter. Zak comments, “All of my music is inspired by my life, real situations that made me who I am. From watching my parents battle drug addiction to running the streets to earn a living, this is a story about urban America that is best described as “folk from the streets”. “ One thing is certain when you take a listen, you are immediately drawn to the story of the songs as Zak sings from the heart and his emotionally driven lyrics come to life. Each song revolves issues and emotions that so many have experienced and struggled with. The songs take a hold of you and provide the hope and strength to continue on and rise above. You are drawn to the journey of [Read More]

Check out the new single/video, Ordinary Fools, from indie pop artist SOMME,

March 27, 2018

Indie pop artist from L.A. SOMME has released a new single, Ordinary Fools off her upcoming EP. Her self titled debut EP is set for a May 4th release. SOMME has released a music video for the new single which she comments, “I started this song on a train when I was looking back on a relationship that I had wished for a while would come to fruition but never did. When I hear the intro synth sounds I remember being on that train in upstate New York in Mid October when all the leaves were changing. The video concept originally started as a separate entity from the song, but now I feel the same watching the video as I first did on that train.” Check out the new video here: The new single and her EP captures her vulnerability as she bares her soul and feelings in each song. Her emotionally driven lyrics will take a hold of you and the infectious pop hooks will reel you in. We look forward to her new [Read More]

Interview with Chandler Juliet and watch her Speechless Video!

August 24, 2017

This past weekend, we were excited to visit with one of our favorite singer-songwriters, Chandler Juliet! We met up in San Francisco and had a chance to catch up on all the exciting things she has been working on. Chandler recently released her new music video for Speechless and it is awesome. The song is addictive as you are captivated by her soulful vocals. Check out the video below: Speechless is the first single off her forthcoming album, 7 Minutes in Heaven. The song is written by Chandler Juliet and Dean Dinning and the video was directed by Christian Guiton, edited by Brendan Forde and Director of Photography was Brandin Stringer. We had a chance to chat with Chandler and talk about the video as well as her upcoming album. Check out the interview here: You can pick up Speechless and her latest release Tribe of One by heading over to iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/chandler-juliet/id838296230 Make sure to visit her social media sites so you can stay up to date on her latest news. ~ Marisol Information & [Read More]

Check out indie alt-pop artist Dutch Party and their new track Blade Runner

August 9, 2017

Dutch Party is the creative indie alt-pop creation by Ken Franklin.Dutch Party have just released their new track Blade Runner. The infectious track is the first song of their upcoming EP Combat Pop. The self-produced EP is set to release this fall. Take a listen here: About Dutch Party: Originally hailing from Twin Peaks in San Francisco, Ken Franklin started writing and recording music after he discovered a recording booth in a small closet beneath the stairs of his parents house, that had been hidden for decades behind a wall of boxes. Inside was a reel-to-reel tape machine, an echo box, and two guitars which Franklin soon used to experiment with different sounds and sonic textures to create his own songs. After moving to LA, Ken started indie alt pop band, Dutch Party, while living in Echo Park with the intent of adding more subversion to the American airwaves. Dutch Party creates music affectionately referred to as “pop with a purpose”. The band has quickly found success with placements on various networks including ABC and MTV [Read More]

Indie folk singer-songwriter Laura Brehm brings emotions to life with upcoming solo EP

June 13, 2017

Indie folk singer-songwriter Laura Brehm is set to release her forthcoming solo EP Breathe on July 28th via Electric Bird Records. ‘Fans may recognize vocalist Laura Brehm from over 30 collaborations in the electronic dance music world, including popular songs such as”Monody” with TheFatRat and “We Won’t Be Alone” with Feint.’ With her solo EP, Laura brings out a softer side of her music as her EP brings to life emotions through her indie folk music. Laura comments on the EP, “This EP focuses on themes that inspire me the most: passion, dreaming, self awareness, healing the past, taking chances, falling in love, friendship, finding truth, hope, and living in the moment. I kept trying to give this EP to a producer to help me bring it to it’s highest potential, but things out of my control kept happening that led me away from that and I finally realized that the only person who can express this exactly the way I want to is myself.” Check out a teaser for the EP: More details on [Read More]

Bay Area indie pop rockers The Tambo Rays release new music video

June 12, 2017

Bay Area indie pop rockers The Tambo Rays are gearing up for the release of their new EP Recharge. The EP is set for a July 17th release on OIM Records. To get you revved up for the release they have just released a music video for their track Yes and No. The video was directed by Frank Door and premiered on Wonderland Magazine. The band commented on the track, “This song is about letting go of old habits and beliefs, and the uncertainty that ensues the unfamiliar territory of new begins. It’s about confronting the difficulties of going in a direction different than the status quo, and releasing the expression of our most honest form of self, regardless of what others think.” Check out the video here: Their music is the perfect playlist for summer fun as it flourishes with feel good vibes and infectious sound! Make sure to visit their social media sites and stay up to date on their latest news. Information & Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetamborays/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/THETAMBORAYS

Time to free yourself with the new dreamy single, Cocoon by Livingmore

June 1, 2017

Los Angeles indie duo Livingmore are ready to set you free with their new single, Cocoon. The track is off their new album and brings a dreamy eclectic blend of alternative, indie pop and folk rock to life. It will capture your attention and have you wanting more. Check out the new track here: Livingmore is comprised of songwriters Alex Moore and Spencer Livingston. Cocoon is the first track of their new album and the next chapter of their music. Livingston explains the band’s songwriting process: “We never really plan when we’re going to write, we just wait for it to happen,” Livingston notes, while explaining the band’s songwriting process. Each song has a totally organic approach – sometimes born from Livingston playing a melody and Moore composing accompanying lyrics on the spot; other times with both of them writing songs separately and meeting in the middle. “We can be reborn in all kinds of different ways, where now we feel like butterflies again. We’ve regained confidence in ourselves and are ready to move to [Read More]