indie
Indie music features a sampling of maverick musicians that favor the DIY approach to music making.
Dear Rouge Reimagines 'Black To Gold' with Stripped-Back Version Focused on Hope and Self-Worth
Vancouver-based alt-rock duo Dear Rouge has unveiled a deeply emotional reworking of their hit single, “Black To Gold,” with the release of “Black To Gold (Stripped).” This new version pares down the original’s polished production, drawing attention to the song’s poignant lyrics of overcoming adversity and discovering self-worth. In this raw, acoustic iteration, the song’s emotional depth comes to the forefront, offering listeners a more intimate experience.
By Chris Adams12 months ago in Beat
Ren Is the Musician You Didn’t Know You Needed to Hear
Have you ever had someone share a song with you, and within seconds you realize—you’ve heard it before? That happened to me recently when my husband, Mark, showed me a music video called “Hi Ren.” A few notes in, I felt that flicker of recognition. I’m pretty sure my son first introduced it to me a while back, but at the time, maybe I wasn’t in the right headspace. This time? It landed. Hard.
By Xine Segalas12 months ago in Beat
Bold. Honest. In the Zone.
Zoë Evans is back, and she’s bringing a fresh wave of energy with her latest single, In the Zone, released on April 11, 2025. Available now on Spotify, this vibrant track marks a thrilling evolution for the San Diego-born, Santa Fe-shaped artist.
By mysoundMusic12 months ago in Beat
“Smoke” by Mouth Water Is a Synth-Soaked Escape You’ll Want to Stay Lost In
Italian synth-wave producer and multi-instrumentalist Lawrence Fancelli, better known by his evocative moniker Mouth Water, steps back into the spotlight with “Smoke”—a hauntingly lush single that lands like a whisper in the dark: seductive, cinematic, and quietly defiant.
By Khushboo Malhotra12 months ago in Beat
Among the Stars: A Stunning New Release from Seth Davis
Seth Davis is no stranger to channeling deep emotion through music. A self-taught American pianist and composer, his work continues to resonate with listeners who crave raw feeling and peaceful reflection through sound. With the release of his latest album, Among the Stars, Davis once again proves that music doesn't need words to tell a powerful story.
By mysoundMusic12 months ago in Beat
Robert Thomas and the Sessionmen Cast a Line With Wit Groove and Americana Spirit
Robert Thomas has never shied away from writing songs that tell a story. With a career spanning decades and a catalogue that includes work for Kenny Rogers, Bonnie Raitt, Joe Cocker, and The Chicks, the 2025 International Acoustic Music Award winner has a knack for turning quirky ideas into enduring tunes. Now, with his band the sessionmen, Thomas reels in something truly memorable with Cast a Line, a playful Americana track that combines groove, warmth, and a healthy dose of humor.
By Chris Adams12 months ago in Beat
Ian North Malahat Delivers Movement and Memory Through Instrumental Storytelling
Ian North returns with Malahat, a vibrant new instrumental single that captures both a physical landscape and a deeply personal connection to it. Known for his thoughtful songwriting and folk-rock sensibilities, North takes a different path here—one without words, yet overflowing with story. Named after the winding highway that stretches down Vancouver Island’s east coast, Malahat is as much about emotional memory as it is about motion.
By Chris Adams12 months ago in Beat
Songs from the Heart: Chaz Landry
Meet a man whose life is anchored in faith and filled with music. Chaz Landry describes himself as a devoted believer in God, a follower of Jesus, a dedicated husband, a proud father, a high school religion teacher, and a passionate songwriter.
By mysoundMusic12 months ago in Beat
