Alternative

TW Walsh: Songs of Pain and Pleasure

TW Walsh is not exactly a newbie. Aside from being the only other original member of the band < Pedro the Lion (the other being frontman David Bazan), he has also made a name for himself as a producer. He is known for being prolific, proven by mastering over 40 EPs and LPs in a single year. He is a producer to music stalwarts such as Sufjan Stevens, The Mynabirds, and Crystal Skulls. His album Songs of Pain and Leisure is his way of leaving the shadows and taking charge of his own musical career.

Father Figure: People Leave

People Leave is the debut release of Father Figure – a musical act of two people who have been collaborating musically for years. Composed of Sean Steinmetz and Matthew Babenko, both sharing vocals and guitar duties, and are both from Brookhaven, Pennsylvania.

Ready Set Records: Here, Hitty Hitty

Recently named as one of the ‘9 record labels you should know about’ by Nashville Lifestyles, Ready Set Records, an independent record label, releases their most exciting collection yet titled Here, Hitty Hitty. The album features a pleasurable mix of old favorites and new tracks from a promising list of artists such as Trent Dabbs, Sugar + The Hi-Lows, Elenowen, Young Summer, and KID.

Pyre: My Goodness

Seattle-based trio of Joel Schneider (guitar, vocals), Andy Lum (drums) and Cody Votolato (bass) aka My Goodness treats fans with Pyre, a four-track that spins alternative rock to the core. My Goodness opens with a bang in Young Turks. Get energized with sharp-edged riifs and textured vocals as a jungle of bass and drums vibrates within your ears.

Mirva: One

Some sweet alternative pop sounds are on it’s way all the way from Australia where the Swedish singer/songwriter Mirva recorded her EP One (and the fresh new album scheduled for release very soon). With her music, the singer creates “…feel-good, inspirational & serotonin-raising musical experiences. Under the MiRVA umbrella, I strive to make music that is good for the soul with a positive approach aimed to inspire and spread happiness in our world.”

Arkells: Get To Know Arkells

Press play and get to know one of Canada’s most acclaimed and successful rock bands, Arkells, with a free sampler released via Noisetrade. The collection consists of two tracks from each of the band’s studio albums, a cover of Stevie Wonder’s Signed, Sealed, Delivered, and an acoustic version of 11:11 from High Noon.

Mideau: Way with Words EP

Bask in ear-tantalizing melodies with Mideau‘s latest EP, Way with Words. Mideau (pronounced “Mid-doh”) is the brainchild of Spencer J. Harrison and Libbie Linton. The band’s name is a combination of two word fragments, which translate to “middle of the water.”