Got my Pfizer #2 last Thursday, so I’m only 10 days away from being fully vaccinated. So glad that I can soon be out mingling again and dispensing hugs to worthy friends and family. While we all wait for things to return to normal, here are some new singles and music videos to start your week out triumphantly.
NEW SINGLES
First up is an artist we discovered a few years back when she performed at the Zootown Fringe Festival in Missoula, Montana. Sharon Knight is a true minstrel who combines her witty lyrical content along with ancient Celtic tunes to create a relaxing atmosphere. Check out her latest, “Fireflies.”
Continuing in that Celtic frame of mind with a touch of Americana, here is “Sunken Ships” from UK-based The Jode Gannon Band. We hear a taste of Mumford and Sons in their sound, and are definitely adding them to our international group of amazing indie artists.
Sunken Ships · The Jode Gannon Band (spotify.com)
We never get enough of the 80s, so we were thrilled to learn about a Swedish artist that goes by the moniker The 80s Kid. His latest, “Roots,” is a fun throwback to those days and we are proud to share him with you.
Roots · The 80s Kid (spotify.com)
Our fourth single brings back memories of great country music from the late 90s and early 00s,, and we can’t believe we have never heard these guys before. We think you’ll love this timely tune from Rene Russell and the Bottom End. Here’s “Unheard of,” and we think you should pay attention to the words of this tune.
Unheard Of · Rene Russell and The Bottom End (spotify.com)
Our final single this week continues in that country vein with a throwback to the Outlaw Country of artists like Travis Tritt and Marty Stuart. Welcome to Tucker Wetmore and his debut single, “Kiss my A$$.”
Kiss My A$$ · Tucker Wetmore (spotify.com)
NEW MUSIC VIDEOS
Last Friday marked the release of their debut self-titled album, but The Imaginaries are far from novices on the music scene. They have previously released several amazing videos from the album, and their latest is another work of art, filmed entirely in their native state of Oklahoma. Check out “Blue Sky.”
Our next video is based on the premise of what if that voice in your head was an actual person. We love the creativeness of Michael Shynes‘ new video for “Still Take You.” Check it out and listen carefully to the words.
Our third video is from an artist that is no stranger to this Blog, and the hits just keep coming. We love this lady and this song in particular, as it brings back the gritty sass of some of her earlier work. Check out Cindy Alexander‘s latest video for “Room at the Bottom.”
Our fourth video comes from a German band we introduced to you earlier this year. The Flavians are back with an interesting visual concept that we love for their song “Blinded by the Scenery.” This one is worthy of repeated viewings.
We close out this week with this stunning video from Anna of the North, who we haven’t heard from since 2019. We are overjoyed to have her back in our blog, and we think this song deserves some serious attention. Check out “Here’s to Another.”