indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Brandon Lake, Jelly Roll, and the Truth of a "Hard Fought Hallelujah"
I didn’t expect a worship song to come wrapped in southern grit. But when Jelly Roll stepped onto a track with Brandon Lake, Hard Fought Hallelujah, something clicked deep inside me. Their voices—one from the church stage, one from country rap’s rough roads—met in a place that felt like home to me: the battlefield between despair and hope.
By Sunshine Firecracker6 months ago in Beat
Slumerican Symphony: Yelawolf, Redemption, and the New Southern Outlaws
Part I: The Architect - Michael "Yelawolf" Atha Gadsden to Antioch - Forging an Identity The artistic identity of Michael Wayne Atha, professionally known as Yelawolf, is not a constructed persona but the direct, almost inevitable, result of a life defined by instability and cultural collision. His biography is the foundational mythos of the Slumerican movement, and to understand the latter, one must first deconstruct the former. Born in Gadsden, Alabama, to a mother who was only 16, with a father who "was nowhere to be found," Atha's childhood was a crucible of constant motion. The family roamed so frequently that by the time he left high school, he had attended 15 different schools, a nomadic existence that instilled in him a relentless forward momentum, a "shark-like quality — to swim is to breathe".
By Sunshine Firecracker6 months ago in Beat
Real Spotify Growth
In today’s music industry, visibility on platforms like Spotify is everything — but cutting through the noise can feel like a full-time job. That’s where my service comes in. I’m here to save you time, effort, and frustration by removing the guesswork from playlist pitching and helping you build long-term exposure the right way.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
The Real Ones Know: Nvious & Friends Concert Ain’t Just a Show, It’s a Movement by NWO Sparrow
The Ultimate Fan Guide to Nvious & Friends at Now and Thens in Brooklyn I’ve been following Nvious closely this year, and watching his steady rise has been more than just entertainment. It has felt like a reminder of what hip-hop culture in New York is about. When an artist like him finds his rhythm, it is not only about the music but also about the way his work represents persistence, community, and identity. His latest project, String Theory Vol. 2, struck me because it combined sharp lyricism with beats that carried both nostalgia and newness. It sounded like someone confident enough to lean into tradition but bold enough to carve out his own lane. That balance is rare, and it is part of what makes his upcoming Nvious & Friends show at Now and Thens in Brooklyn feel so important.
By NWO SPARROW6 months ago in Beat
Morrey Banks: Architect of the Feel-Good Groove
In a genre saturated with formulas and repetitive drops, few artists manage to carve out a space that feels both fresh and familiar. But Morrey Banks is doing just that—and more. With a signature style that fuses House, Funk, Disco, and laid-back Future grooves, Morrey Banks is quickly emerging as a standout name in the world of dance music.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
Faceless. Fearless. Beaux Deity.
In a world where fame often overshadows the art, one artist is turning the spotlight away from themselves—and toward the work that truly matters. Faceless. Fearless. Uncompromising. Meet Beaux Deity, the anonymous music and visual artist who’s rewriting the rules of identity, artistry, and creative independence in the digital era.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
Triela's Gecko EP
Triela's Gecko EP isn’t just another release—it’s a defiant step into the unknown. At the intersection of electronic experimentation, industrial distortion, and breakbeat urgency, Triela is forging a signature soundscape that challenges genre boundaries and rewards deep, immersive listening.
By mysoundMusic6 months ago in Beat
Criminally Underrated: My Case for Giving Ab Liva His Flowers by NWO Sparrow
When I talk about rappers who never quite get the spotlight they deserve, Ab Liva is one of the first names that comes to mind. The thing about hip hop is that it’s built on moments. One feature, one verse, one hook can change everything for an artist. For me, my first Ab Liva moment was back in 2014 on Pusha T’s solo album “My Name Is My Name.” The record “Suicide” had already hooked me with its dark, cold Pharell production and Pusha’s trademark precision. But when Ab Liva stepped in on his verse, it was like the temperature in the room dropped a few more degrees. His voice had this calm menace, a control that made you rewind his part just to catch the little details in the way he put words together. I remember thinking, “This guy just walked on the track like he owned it.” Even with Pusha T holding his own, Ab Liva’s verse felt like the one that stuck to your ribs after the song ended.
By NWO SPARROW6 months ago in Beat
Danny Miles Returns with Bold, Unapologetic Single “Not Gonna Fit In”
Following his evolution as a creative force as drummer of JUNO Award-winning band July Talk, through to the release of his debut solo album Beautiful Music, and its reinvention as The Ruined Version, featuring collaborations with artists like Shad, Saukrates, Kevin Drew (Broken Social Scene), Moka Only, and Aquakultre, Danny Miles has established himself as an eclectic, collaboration-focused musician who exists beyond traditional genres.
By Chris Adams6 months ago in Beat
Montreal-Based Band FLEECE Returns with Infectious New Single “How Far Would You Go”
Montreal-based band FLEECE return with “How Far Would You Go,” the latest single from their forthcoming album TORNADO, set for release on October 1st. Dreamy, groovy, and glowing with life, the track pulses with the rush of new love and the thrill of emotional discovery. Released alongside the official TORNADO album announcement, it captures a playful tension between carefree joy and internal questioning — an emotional cocktail that feels as weightless as it does grounded.
By Chris Adams6 months ago in Beat
Haitian Canadian Pop Sensation Tedy Unveils Heartfelt Single “I Hope”
Haitian Canadian pop powerhouse Tedy returns with “I Hope,” a fresh, emotionally charged ballad that highlights his signature blend of radical honesty, soaring vocals, and dynamic storytelling. Produced by Dan Book (blink-182, Britney Spears) and Jesse Mason (Chance Peña, BLONDISH), the track sets the stage for a bold new chapter in Tedy’s career, marked by heartbreak, intensity, and unapologetic vulnerability.
By Chris Adams6 months ago in Beat
