Posts by Joseph Lo

Nashville indie duo The Harmaleighs – Haley Grant and Kaylee Jasperson – have officially released their anticipated sophomore album She Won’t Make Sense. Produced by Dan Molad (Lucius, JD McPherson, Tweedy), She Won’t Make Sense is a concept album about mental illness, specifically Haley’s deeply personal journey through anxiety, depression and mania. Musically, it’s a…

“Shifting seamlessly into the soaring melodies and pristine production of modern pop-rock, the band has since blown up, renowned for their revitalized sound.” – Popmatters The alt-rock group Run River North shares the latest music video for effervescent lead single “Wake Up,” from Monsters Calling Home, Vol. 2, the second installment of the double-EP collection (details to come). In…

Following the release of his folk-tinged single “Mystery,” half-Swedish/half-Greek songwriter, musician and producer Plàsi returns with his blissful new offering “Bright,” his first release with Nettwerk. The second of three singles to be released from his upcoming EP Mystery, “Bright” is a delicately crafted indie-folk melody, soaked with rhythmic finger-plucking and elated lyricism. Pulling threads from the rich cultures of his…

“Lily Kershaw delivers a soul-baring single in ‘Now & Then,’ a grounded, raw, and stirringly clear account of the disparity between a relationship’s past and present realities…The song…is bold in its fragility, strong in its vulnerability, and honest in its nostalgia-fueled recollections.” — Atwood “Lily Kershaw writes captivating ballads and sings them as if she’s…

“‘Everybody Breaks’ is an insanely catchy folk-pop number that’s instantly memorable… The future has never seemed more welcoming for Ivan & Alyosha.” — PopMatters Seattle-based indie outfit Ivan & Alyosha make a triumphant return today with “Everybody Breaks,” the first taste of new music from their upcoming release, details tba. The song explodes out the gate with…

Partnering with Hypebeast, Australia’s Hermitude drop their brand new track “OneFourThree,” featuring vocals from superstars Buddy and BJ The Chicago Kid. The hip-hop influenced electronic innovators have worked tirelessly to carve out a special nook in the music scene. “OneFourThree” is the epitome of a summer groove, bending genres and bridging the gap between electronic music and hip-hop. A finger on the Dilla pulse, BJ…

  Tour Dates: 9/10-9/14 – Americana Fest 9/12 – Nashville, TN @ Exit/In* 10/15 – Phoenix @ The Crescent Ballroom w/ Caamp 10/16 – Los Angeles @ The Fonda Theatre w/ Caamp 10/18 – Santa Ana @ The Observatory w/ Caamp 10/19 – Solana Beach, CA @ Belly Up Tavern w/ Caamp 10/21 – San…

Soul resides just beneath the exterior. Upon meeting Katherine Penfold, you might initially notice the prominent tattoos along her shoulder and arms before the conversation veers to her lifelong affinity for motorcycles, skateboarding, or woodworking – let alone music. Listening to her sound elicits a different impression altogether – as a  sultry, smooth, and sweet…

“Intoxicating Alt-Pop…Bringing a sophisticated and ear pleasing sensation from the vault they’ve been stashed in, Mannequin Online’s introduction to the world is an electronic, lavish sin.” – GUM   Hailing from the digital age, members Zach DeGaetano and Bridget Boltz share the first taste of their new futurist pop project, Mannequin Online. Pushing sonic and ideational barriers, first single,…

“Symbolism of the 1990s juxtaposed with virtual reality headsets fills the visual experience. Thrown together are Tamagotchis and old-fashioned camera frames. It comes in tandem with colorful backdrops and the notable pop sound known to Japanese Wallpaper. The creative bar is set high, and I expected no less…It’s safe to say we can anticipate many…