Well, the Great Freeze of 2021 is finally behind us, leaving a path of chaos, snow and ice. Good thing indie artists have been busy creating great art. We are fortunate to premiere some great new songs this week, so let’s get started.
NEW SINGLES
Back when I was getting started in the music business, I met a young singer-songwriter that impressed the hell out of me. She was performing with her guitarist, Christian Nesmith, the son of Michael of The Monkees fame. That artist went on to form her own label and win a major music contest before joining forces with Kirk and Connor Pasich to form Blue Élan Records. We’re talking, of course, about the illustrious Cindy Alexander, whose new single, “Try, Try, Try” dropped this past Friday. Check it out and put it on repeat. Her tenth studio album, While the Angels Sigh, will be released on April 23.
Next up is another Blue Élan artist, Gina Sicilia, who has recorded a spectacular cover of the powerful ballad, “Survival,” from Keep the Lights On, the forthcoming album celebrating the career of her labelmate and original America member, Gerry Beckley. We absolutely love this remake. Turn it on and crank it up.
Survival · Gina Sicilia (spotify.com)
Our third single is from our dear friend and the co-creator of the Don’t Call us Tori showcases, Shannon Hurley. She is back with another single, “Love in the Dark.” This one is a true keeper and proves that this artist just keeps getting better.
Next up is a hyperpop groove from Irish artist Apollo Monroe. He will have you ready to dance with his latest tune, “Soda Pop.”
soda pop · Apollo Monroe (spotify.com)
We close out our singles this week with a pair of singles from Jesse Barrera, Nieman and Melissa Polinar that are sweet as honey and powerful in their subtlety. Their voices blend so effortlessly that we can’t wait to see what comes next. Check out “What we Found” and “Tangle Up (Reimagined).”
What We Found · Jesse Barrera, Nieman, Melissa Polinar (spotify.com)
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Our first video this week is from an artist we have seen rise up from the unknown to become an amazing actress and artist. She has never lost the ability to stir up emotions and her latest, “This is Home,” is exactly what we need to move on from the horrors of 2020. Give it up for the one and only Kate Voegele.
Next up is the R&B stylings of Tayler Jade, with a chill-worthy tune that belongs on the radio and on constant repeat in your YouTube feed. Don’t let this be ‘Temporary.”
Our next video goes country with a sweet voice that truly belongs on the radio. We introduced her to you last December when she released our favorite cover version of “Hard Candy Christmas.” Alexandra Kay is a rising voice and we love the simplicity of her lyric video for “We Wouldn’t Be Us.” We think you’ll fall in love with her as well.
Video number four is an interesting concept for the 80’s-inspired sound of Megan Nash and the Best of Intentions for their outstanding song, “Quiet.” Trust us, we don’t expect you to keep this one to yourself.
Our final video this week is from the great new group Kids in America, which features our friend, Curtis Peoples. This is the sound of Top 40 Radio, and it couldn’t happen to a more deserving artist. Check out the video for “Afterlife,” featuring Luna Aura.