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Ben Rector: Ben Rector

Sometimes, underrated is good. It gives the artist more leeway to showcase his talents and let the public judge him based on that alone. Such is the case with the talented Ben Rector, who — I’ll shamefully admit — I didn’t know until a few moments ago. Upon browsing his bio and his discography, dude’s pretty much made, providing some of his compositions as soundtracks to hit TV series.

Shenna: Dream in Color EP

Pop RnB fanatics unite as Shenna‘s latest EP, Dream in Color, rock your world. The 20-year-old singer/songwriter/actress/model from Virginia gives us a sneak peak on her craft with five polished tracks, which were produced by Austin Bello from Forever The Sickest Kids. Shenna has already performed worldwide and used her writing skills to share her experiences and spread these messages through her music.

Cheers Elephant: Like Wind Blows Fire

Calling out all pop rock indie kids out there! Replenish your playlist with Cheers Elephant‘s new release, Like Wind Blows Fire. Packed with ten fresh tracks, this album is a sure win to share with your fellow yuppie friends during weekend hang-outs.

Lost Tapes: Lost Tapes

Dream pop never sounded so good than from this Spanish duo. The Lost Tapes is a short yet fun compilation you can play while on the road and when chilling on that quiet evening. This self-titled debut comes with only four tracks but it's enough to make you want to listen to it on repeat. It is a gathering of sweet and absolutely charming set of cuts that should be worth the listen. Lost Tapes is made up of friends Pau Roca and RJ Sinclair. Their collaboration is borne out of their love for music and cinema. Even though they are hundreds of miles apart, the two started sharing simple notes as well as computer recordings. Eventually, they started sharing compositions and created a compilation worthy of any indie pop lover's admiration.

Leftover Cuties: Past & Future

Get to know Venice, CA-based band Leftover Cuties, who has been making waves on the internet with their pop indie tracks with an old school flair. In Past & Future, the band transports us into a sonic jungle overgrown with trumpets, jazzy musings, solid beats, and hand-clapping rhythms.

cultureculture: cultureculture EP

Does retro-sounding indie music tickle your fancy? You’re better off with the feel-good vibes of cultureculture. Call them ’80s revival if you must, but the boys — whose personal details are carefully under wraps — are just huge fanboys of music with a “funky bassline,” which is evident in mentioned influences such as Tears for Fears and Chromeo.

My Red & Blue: The Start

For lazy Sunday nights, a good pop-rock spin is all you need, and in shades of red and blue. (Loving him was red?) My Red & Blue, the project of 22-year-old, newbie Nashville local Ben Eggebrecht, is set to make hearts aflutter by taking everyone through “a colorful palette of youth, nostalgia, and summertime” — basically, a whole big bowl of fun.

Mindy Gledhill: Anchor

Welcome your lazy mornings with a flavorful zest such as Mindy Gledhill‘s Anchor. Packed with eleven carefully brewed tracks, this collection gives off a soothing aroma that reminds you of warm memories.