alien protocol says:Okkervil River has a new record out and it is called The Stand. One listen to "Lost Coastlines" and you'll see the band has departed a bit from the dramatic songwriting and arrangements of their past. This is a bouncy ode to the "joys and hardships of trying to keep the band together" – absolutely great fodder for a catchy pop song.
The Fade to BlackbySecret Dakota Ring pop, rock, indie rock Secret Dakota Ring mastermind Andy Ross realizes a highly refined version of 21st century pop on "The Fade to Black," a track off of his...more »
Moving ForwardbyProtokoll pop, rock, indie, indie rock You know that any band named Protokoll will get a look from me. It's good to get familiar with this band. Their sound on "Moving...more »
My MybyMenomena pop, rock, other, indie Portland's Menomena make the kind of music that is completely transformative. Their hallmark of complex arrangements, unique instrumentation, and magical choruses will capture your imagination...more »
I Woke Up TodaybyPort O'Brien pop, rock, indie rock, acoustic, indie YES! I found it!!! "I Woke Up Today" was the very first song I heard from Port O'Brien on the radio on some new music...more »