Recognize says:Although I always think this is a Walkmen track when I first hear it, it's still a stand-out song by San Francisco's the Pleased. And, the fact that one of their members (Joanna Newsom) is a classically trained harpist and keyboardist is a huge plus for me.
Black StarsbyJolie Holland country/folk, rock, disarmingly beautiful lullaby Listen to this song. I can't convey how amazing it is. Everything I've typed (and then deleted) sounds like a total cliché, but trust me,...more »
Katie CruelbyKaren Dalton country/folk, country blues Karen Dalton is one of those artists who has become more famous after her death. She had been admired by many folk musicians for decades—-Bob...more »
Couple Dozen PeoplebyAim Low Kid pop, rock, indie, alt.country This song goes out to all you working drones out there (including yours truly). Aim Low Kid is your band, and this is your anthem....more »
J.P. MorganbySatellite 66 pop, rock This poppy, twangy track by Chicago's Satellite 66 is reminiscent of the likes of Grandaddy. And as you can gather from the title, there's a...more »