This past year was a tough one for the majority of us. Thank goodness there was indie music. Looking back over the 19 Monday Mashup columns we compiled during the year, we have selected the 20 Best Singles. Here they are in the order we featured them.
Sorry to have missed you last week. Once again they changed our hours as a result of COVID-19, and I was supposed to only work three days. Instead, I worked six days and didn’t have a day off until yesterday. As a result, we are making this one a “double,” and including ten each of new singles and new music videos. Grab a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, and let’s enjoy these new tracks.
NEW SINGLES
Our first single comes courtesy of publicist Kim Grant for her client, a rising Americana star named Kyle LaLone. This one is perfect for today, and we wholeheartedly agree with his sentiments – “I’m not Gonna Drink Over You.”
Our second single comes from the uber-talented trio Lo Rays. This song will leave a “Stain,” but it’s the type you don’t mind having. Enjoy this modern indie rock song with a touch of the past, courtesy of this phenomenal band, currently based in Scotland.
Next up is the sound of Kadeema, which reminds us of the goodness of OneRepublic coupled with Imagine Dragons. Check out their latest, “Good Lies,” and we think you’ll be a believer as well.
We next turn to a Washington, DC experimental-pop band for something positive in today’s bleak world. We’re not sure exactly when this one came out, but we really dig their vibe. Here is “Freaks” by The North Country.
Rounding out the first five singles is this new hip hop tune that deals with communication in a time of social distancing. Check out Canadian buzz maker Ollie‘s latest, “Perfect Landing.”
Our second set of five kicks off with the debut single from UK alternative band In Earnest. It’s entitled “Put me Under” and it perfectly describes the spell they weave with their beautiful sound.
Next up is the latest from Blue Élan Records artist Chelsea Williams. Hard to believe this is the third single from her upcoming album, Beautiful & Strange. It may be called “Wasted,” but you’re definitely not wasting your time enjoying this track.
Single number eight is from War Strings, who offer us “Tragedy (Lovesong).” This one has a great groove and deserves serious airplay on Top 40 radio. Check it out and let us know what you think.
Next up is another amazing London artist, this time a young lady named Francesca Louise. Although she may be “Out of Sight (Out of Mind,” her music will stay with you long after the song ends.
Our final single this week is another debut, this time from Swedish retro rock band Kurbitz. We love the strong vocals, the thoughtful lyrics and the overall sound of “Mona Lisa.” We think we’ll be hearing a lot more from this band.
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Last month we shared their lyric video for “Enough.” Today we are proud to debut the official music video, which proves once again that The Spider Accomplice is the premiere indie modern rock band in the world. Check out this amazing video and rock out to the uplifting vocals of the one and only VK Lynne, accompanied by the fiery chords of guitarist Arno Nurmisto.
We segue to another incredible rock band called The Recks. Check out their interesting video for “The Milk’s Gone Bad.”
We really love this next music video, especially in these days of being apart. Jont gives us an anthem for the future with his song, “I Think it Could be Possible.” Let’s hope for the best.
Our fourth video comes from indie folk band Baneful Town. This beautiful animated video brings life to their song “Flare Gun Eyes.” We really love the harmonies.
Video number five is a poignant love song to the senior class of 2020. Due to COVID-19, this year’s seniors are missing out on so much of the high school experience. Teen sensation Maleena reminds us of what they’re thinking – “Don’t Forget About Me.”
Our next video is from our favorite Danish indie band, Belle and the Beats. This one features an intriguing French rap from Reazun. Check out “Habibi.”
LA singer/songwriter and actor Quinn L’Esperance also gives us a powerful lyric video for her song, “Human Connection.” Listen carefully to the words of this one. This one belongs on the radio.
Continuing in that same vein, Corinne Cook‘s latest, “Yes, I Can,” is a power anthem that states all things are possible if we simply believe. Let this one resonate with your heart.
Next up is the rocking bluesy sound of Nicole Boggs and the Reel. Their powerful video brings to life the words of “Money” and makes you stop and take account of your motivations.
We close out this week with an equally powerful and beautiful video from Scotland’s Baby Taylah that is breathtaking in its cinematography. We definitely want to call those locations “Home.”