indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Tony Saint Tone Finds His Groove in "The Shift (Into the Light)"
With his latest single, “The Shift (Into the Light),” veteran singer songwriter Tony Saint Tone delivers a vibrant, groove driven song that feels perfectly timed for a world craving optimism and forward motion.
By Whitney Miller2 months ago in Beat
Playlist: one old favourite, two new
That Clare - Get Away Anyone who rates Songs of Faith and Devotion as her all-time favourite album and picks out Cabaret as another major influence is alright in my book. Teesside’s That Clare produces elegantly dystopian electro pop with a strong political slant.
By Andy Potts2 months ago in Beat
Greg Boyer Reflects on Emotional Stillness in “Perfectly Gone”
Veteran songwriter Greg Boyer has long been celebrated for his ability to convey emotion with subtlety, and his latest release, “Perfectly Gone,” is a testament to that artistry. The track is a spare, thoughtful folk-pop reflection shaped by restraint, atmosphere, and emotional economy. Inspired by a breakup and written during a period immersed in rockabilly and folk influences, the song does not unfold as a lament. Instead, it presents a moment of calm acceptance, an acknowledgment rather than a reckoning. The result is music that moves with quiet precision, allowing listeners to inhabit the space between thought and feeling.
By Chris Adams2 months ago in Beat
Inside Amana Melome's "Con C.ALMA" Video
Amana Melomé’s new "Con C.ALMA" music video unfolds gently, inviting viewers into a space defined by calm, presence and emotional clarity. In a landscape where artists are often encouraged to compete for attention through speed and excess, Melomé takes a different approach.
By Whitney Miller2 months ago in Beat
10 Vintage Slowcore Tracks From Decades Past
While slowcore has enjoyed a major resurgence in the 2020s, the genre actually dates back to the eighties. Some of the tracks on this list might sound strange and unfamiliar, while others had a clear influence that's carried slowcore for decades. If you're trying to relax, study or enjoy a quiet evening at home, here's a look at a genre that existed well before Soundcloud.
By Kaitlin Shanks2 months ago in Beat
Rewriting the Rules at 41
Alex Mattar is an Indie artist based in Charlotte, North Carolina, quietly proving that reinvention has no expiration date. A self-described bedroom producer with a deep respect for music history, Mattar’s journey into original music didn’t begin in his teens or twenties—it began at 41, driven by curiosity, passion, and the simple question: “How hard could it be to make a song from scratch?” What followed was not just a song, but the start of a deeply personal and disciplined creative evolution.
By mysoundMusic2 months ago in Beat
Echoes of Light: Mark Fenster’s Journey Through Sound and Spirit
Following his ongoing exploration of music as a conduit for healing and connection, Gabriola Island-based composer, vocalist, and meditation leader Mark Fenster unveils his latest single “Sacred Yearning” – a meditative, neo-classical journey blending the spiritual traditions of Indian Classical music with Western strings and vocalese. The track conveys a heartfelt longing to connect with the Divine, capturing both the devotion and joy inherent in musical collaboration.
By Chris Adams2 months ago in Beat
Perfect Girl: Lauren Minear’s Bold Exploration of Womanhood and Perfection
New York–based alt-pop singer-songwriter Lauren Minear returns with “Perfect Girl,” a razor-sharp, darkly playful exploration of what it means to be a woman expected to shapeshift endlessly to please others. Written from the perspective of a fictional, satirical character, the track leans into the absurdity of “perfection” and the way chasing it strips away humanity in the process.
By Chris Adams2 months ago in Beat
