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Join my journey of musical discovery as I highlight albums in the alternative/indie and singer-songwriter/folk genres.

  • Across the Map – EP

    Wave & RomeAlternative2015About Wave &RomeWave & Rome, a compelling duet from Nashville, Tennessee, is known for its original fusion of Rock and Indie Rock. They have established themselves… Continue Reading

  • The Aching Taste of Blue

    clay pigeonIndie Rock2023About clay pigeonClay pigeon is the moniker for Canadian musician James Clayton. His music is often described as honest and vulnerable, blending influences from indie folk… Continue Reading

  • Achilles

    Kevin AtwaterAlternative Folk2025About Kevin AtwaterKevin Atwater is known for his indie and dream pop music revolving around LGBTQ themes. Born in Downers Grove, Illinois, and later moving to New York… Continue Reading

  • ache in my tooth – EP

    flowerovlovePop2023About flowerovloveIntrospective, lo-fi British pop singer/songwriter exudes youthful charm and energy.Full AllMusic BioAlbum Links Continue Reading

  • Accelerator

    Bad SunsAlternative2025About Bad SunsSouthern California indie rockers take cues from legends of ’80s post-punk like the Cure as the basis of their angsty yet catchy sound.Full AllMusic BioAlbum… Continue Reading

  • Abyss

    Chelsea WolfeAlternative2015About Chelsea WolfeDarkly distinctive singer/songwriter with nods to electronic, folk, and metal.Full AllMusic BioAlbum LinksTrack VideoAlbum Review Continue Reading

  • Abundance

    Sister.Indie Rock2023About Sister.Sister is a Brooklyn base indie rock band comprised of Ceciliana Sturman, Hannah Pruzinsky, and James Chrisman.Album LinksTrack VideoAlbum Review Continue Reading

  • Absolutes

    BarcelonaRock2007About BarcelonaHeavy-touring Barcelona captured the attention of fans of literate, piano-based rock, even before releasing an album.Full AllMusic BioAlbum LinksTrack VideoAlbum Review Continue Reading

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I realized how woefully out of date I was, musically speaking, when I searched for artists similar to Chvrches and didn’t recognize any of them. I’d been listening to music I already owned for … well … never mind how many years.