Tag: indie
March 11, 2015
I like vanilla ice cream. I really do. It's simple, sweet, and to the point. No quirks, nuts, or slime to get in the way of what really matters. On the other hand, vanilla ice cream can get old really fast. Who would want to eat the same-ol same-ol "normal" vanilla ice cream 24/7? Nobody, that's who. CCM worship music is exactly like ice cream (in fact, I sometimes confuse them and put sonicflood albums in my freezer). Vanilla ice cream/CCM is great for pleasing large amounts of people in gatherings such as churches or ice cream socials (or ice cream socials at church). However, in my own time, I like to have a little bit of cookie dough in my ice cream to chew on. David Gungor and John Arndt are my cookie dough ice cream.
March 4, 2015
REVIEW : Mat Kearney - Just Kids
Read my review of Mat Kearney's latest (but not greatest) album yet.
February 27, 2015
REVIEW : kids - Rich Coast
A review of Kids' debut LP, Rich Coast.
February 19, 2015
Joshua Powell & The Great Train Robbery - Cave of Clouds
Check out this performance video of "Cave of Clouds" from Joshua Powell & The Great Train Robbery.
February 13, 2015
REVIEW : Aaron Strumpel - Bright Star
Aaron Strumpel continues to push against the limits of Christian music, and although Bright Star may not be his most experimental, it's a fine showcase for the care, creativity, and simple beauty of his music.
February 3, 2015
REVIEW : The Soil & The Sun - Meridian
Meridian is a musical onslaught, an aural tempest which drowns out all else until The Soil & The Sun is all that you know.
February 1, 2015
REVIEW : The Collection - Ars Moriendi
The Collection's latest album, Ars Moriendi, is a set of poignant, beautiful reflections of death, doubt, and faith set against a lush, orchestral folk backdrop.
January 25, 2015
REVIEW : The Frozen Ocean - Skeleton Key
'Skeleton Key' is the passion product of a man named Dave. The name “Dave” might sound ordinary and not that interesting. Dave is one of the most common names out there. What could he possibly bring to the table that any other Dave can’t provide to us already? Dave Swanson is actually quite the contrary to that.
December 28, 2014
REVIEW : Levi the Poet - Correspondence (a fiction)
Levi the Poet is like Edgar Allen Poe minus the mustache, raven, and overall grimness. Basically, they both write poems. Here is a review of Levi's latest spoken word/music mashup.
December 18, 2014
REVIEW : King's Kaleidoscope - Becoming Who We Are
Spoiler alert: This album is good.
Very good.
Like, really really good.
October 7, 2014
REVIEW : Dinner and a Suit - Stay
Check out this review of Dinner and a Suit's new EP, "Stay"
August 4, 2014
Kye Kye - Softly
Kye Kye have released a music video for “Softly”. Check it out below. The song appears on the band’s latest album titled Fantasize.… Continued →
July 25, 2014
Jenny & Tyler - I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For (ft. Sara Groves & Virtual Choir)
Jenny & Tyler have released a music video for “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For” from For Freedom: A Covers EP. Pick up the album on Amazon or iTunes. All proceeds from the sale of the album go to organizations that fight human trafficking.… Continued →
July 21, 2014
Hotel Books - Nicole
Hotel Books released a video for the track “Nicole” and you can watch below. The song appears on the band’s latest double EP, titled I’m Almost Happy Here, But I Never Feel At Home,… Continued →
July 15, 2014
The Collection - The Gown Of Green
The Collection have released their new album titled Ars Moriendi & have also debuted a brand new video for “The Gown Of Green” via Team Coco (Conan O’Brien). Watch the video below. Purchase the album on iTunes or you can stream & purchase below via Bandcamp.… Continued →
July 10, 2014
Bellarive - Calling On Fire
Bellarive have posted a lyric video for the track “Calling On Fire”. The song appears on their upcoming album, titled Before There Was, that releases July 22nd. Pre-order the album from iTunes & get 3 songs instantly.… Continued →
July 9, 2014
Seeker & Servant - Our Greatest Joy
Seeker & Servant have released a music video for “Our Greatest Joy”. Check it out below. You can also check out the back story & behind-the-scenes stuff from the director here.
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July 7, 2014
Kingslynn - Dreamer
Kingslynn released the hauntingly beautiful Dreamer EP on July 1st and also released a music video for the title track. Check out the video, album cover, & stream or download the tracks below. RIYL: Kye Kye, M83, Electric Youth
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July 3, 2014
REVIEW : Remington Stallard - Houses
The debut offering from Remington Stallard, a singer songerwriter from Waco, Texas, Houses, is a blend of worship and indie rock that sounds like it would be at home on Come&Live!
July 2, 2014
REVIEW : Aaron Strumpel - Vespers III & IV
Vespers III & IV challenges the complacency of the listener and forces them to engage with the music beyond merely letting it wash over them.
June 19, 2014
REVIEW : Sleeping At Last - Oceans
Sleeping At Last's Oceans may not be a complex cornucopia of sounds and instruments, choosing instead to rely heavily on the piano, but its deceptive simplicity will reel you in.
June 17, 2014
Exclusive: Sleep For Sleepers - 1987
We are excited to premiere a new Sleep For Sleepers track called “1987”. The song appears on the band’s brand new album, titled Discovery, that released today. You can pick it up on iTunes & other digital outlets as well.… Continued →
June 14, 2014
REVIEW : Preson Phillips - In Our Winters
In Our Winters is undoubtedly Preson Phillips’ best album to date. Check it out below.
June 13, 2014
Bellarive - Bring Us Back
Bellarive have released “Bring Us Back” & you can check out the lyric video below. The song is the first radio single to be released from their upcoming July 22nd release titled Before There Was.… Continued →
June 9, 2014
REVIEW : Paul Demer - Canvas of Sky
Check out this review of Paul Demer's first solo full-length album, "Canvas of Sky."
Exclusive: Murmuration - Making Sound
We are proud to present a brand new track from the newly renamed Murmuration (fka Colton and Zara). Check out the upbeat and incredibly catchy “Making Sound” below. Keep an eye out on these guys!… Continued →
June 8, 2014
Jordan & Kristin Rippy - Come Like The Wind
Indie worship artists Jordan & Kristin Rippy released their new EP, titled Seek You First, this past Tuesday. Check out the lyric video for “Come Like The Wind” below. The album is available on iTunes now.… Continued →
June 6, 2014
Aaron Strumpel - I Sing
The one take video of Aaron Strumpel's "I Sing" from Vespers I & II, check it out.
May 31, 2014
Mike Mains & The Branches - Everything's Gonna Be Alright
Mike Mains & The Branches fans successfully unlocked the band’s new video for “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright”. Check it out below. The song is from the band’s latest album titled Calm Down, Everything Is Fine.… Continued →
May 27, 2014
Exclusive: Preson Phillips - Open Seas
We are proud to premiere a brand new exclusive track from Preson Phillips called “Open Seas”. Once again we’re blessed with another great selection of tracks of folk-influenced indie worship on his new album, titled In Our Winters, out June 3rd. Check out the track, album cover, & tracklisting below. Pre-order the physical version or on iTunes today!… Continued →