Christmas is only eight days away, and the indie music just keeps coming in strong. We have already reviewed some stunning new releases, and continue to get stellar submissions. As far as the LA Music Critic Awards goes, 20 artists have been nominated so far for Fan Favorite, with YYNOT, Mindi Abair, Reloaded Norway and Jordan Siwek the current top four vote getters. Don’t forget to vote. Deadline is December 28.
We’re keeping the spirit of Christmas alive with several new songs today, so let’s check out these five new singles and videos, right after we give you the latest news.
MARINA V IS MAKING AN ALBUM
Multiple LA Music Critic Award winner and dear friend Marina V is making a new album and needs your help. The album will be called In V Minor, and we love what we’ve heard so far. You can help by either pre-ordering a download or a personalized, numbered, hugged and kissed CD at MarinaV.com. There are multiple contribution/ sponsorship levels and perks, so please check it out and help her if you can.
ARE YOU READY TO BE DISCOVERED?
Danish loudspeaker specialists Dynaudio will offer FREE recording sessions to unsigned artists as part of the global gathering this January at the NAMM Show. There are only 12 slots are available, so time is of the essence if you want to take advantage of this opportunity. The Dynaudio Unheard studio is a state-of-the-art pop-up recording facility built inside a shipping container. The studio contains the latest tech from the world’s best equipment makers. To sign up and/or get more information, click on the link.
NEW SINGLES
Our first single today, “The Christmas Song,” comes courtesy of Doug Deutsch Publicity Services’ client Americana Kitchen and is an original Christmas song. They have provided two versions of the song and we can’t decide which one we like better. What do you think? The first version is country pop and is from Francesca Capasso and the other is a pop rock ballad by Andee Avila.
Next is a beautiful folk ballad from the Swedish duo Drops of Indigo. Check out “Days of Grace.” We think you’ll like it as much as we do.
Our third single is an ambient/electronic number from Canadian band Galaa. The lead vocals are lovely and the song is powerful, so let us know what you think about “Ender.”
https://soundcloud.com/user-119314571/02-ender/
Next is the latest from Paper Bag Records artist Royal Canoe from their forthcoming 2019 album. We love the sound of this band and have featured them previously. Here is their latest, “Peep This.”
Our final single of the week is a holiday song from Jangling Sparrows, courtesy of Doug Deutsch Publicity Services. Check out the awesome Americana sound of “Bring a Little Christmas Spark.”
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Our first video this week is another standout song from The Darcys. We think “Chasing the Fall” will lift you up and get you ready for the remainder of the holiday season.
Next up is the latest from The Vegabonds, who are set to release their fifth album through Blue Élan Records next month. We love this animated lyric video and especially love the song. Check out “Everything I Need.”
Our third video comes from Australian band Arm in Arm. It is very creative and strange, and perfectly fits the words of their song, “Nightfly.”
Video number four is another lyric video, this time to the amazingly upbeat song “Release” from Parish f/t (ft Daphne Willis). This one will get you up and dancing in no time flat.
We close out this week with the stunning 360 video of the latest from Sci-Fi Romance. Here is their song “Dreamers & Runaways.” This is the future of videos, and gives a wonderful overview of the City of Angels.