Moon Shadow by Cat Stevens
The beauty of "Moon Shadow" lies not in over-the-top verse or grand instrumental accompaniment, but in the simple message that it provides: hope can be found in any situation. Both the lyrics and the guitar duet by Stevens and Alun Davies are mellowed to mirror classic lullabies, exposing Steven’s talent for illustrating topics which trouble a mature audience through the eyes of a child. The simpl...
Looking Out For You by Joy Again
"Looking Out For You" is an infectiously upbeat indie rock tune that inspires the sudden feeling of serenity, as it echoes nostalgia of road-trips and summer vacations. Arthur Shea starts the melody with a cheerful ukulele solo that escalates into a electric guitar duet with head-bopping drum beats reminiscent of the coastline. While slightly underground, and not known by most indie fans, Joy Again h...
Walkin’ Back to Georgia by Jim Croce
"Walkin’ Back to Georgia" is a bare-bones, folk country masterpiece off Jim Croce’s album, “Don’t Mess Around With Jim,” which skillfully blends a beautiful acoustic melody with a calming folk atmosphere synonymous with most of his debut works. Croce relates an inspiring message of hope and redemption even as he was struggling, overworked and underpaid by the jobs he had taken up at the tim...
We’re Not Just Friends by Parks Squares and Alleys
"We’re Not Just Friends" showcases the talents of the proclaimed “Dream Pop King,” Sergey Khavro, who recently burst into the indie scene with the quiet release of his debut album, “Against Illusions and Reality” which garnered praise from his ever-growing fan-base. However, it was not until the release of this tropical, lo-fi hit that Khavro received any real recognition for his ability to...
West Coast by Coconut Records
"West Coast" is a melancholy ode to California that expertly incorporates a Beach Boys and The Shins sound into a cohesive ballad. The nostalgic tune first appeared on Jason Schwartzman’s debut album, “Nighttiming,” before it was launched into fame by fans of his previous film and music careers. As the only member of “Coconut Records,” Schwartzman crafts one of the most beautifully haunting in...
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