LOADING...
Image via Unsplash.
SINGER-SONGWRITER SONGS
SHUFFLE PLAY
PLAY IN ORDER
1

Sounds like:
Allen Stone,
Leon Bridges,
John Mayer,
James Bay
By
Donna Arendse
on
Jan 30, 2016
|
I came across this track by Mike Dignam by chance on SoundCloud, and was immediately drawn in the sheer loveliness of it.
Mike Dignam is an English singer/songwriter who has been writing, recording, and touring his own music for the past five years,...
read more →
Save (181)
2

Sounds like:
Leon,
Delta Rae,
Banks,
Gin Wigmore
By
searra ruggeri
on
Jan 29, 2016
|
I serendipitously stumbled upon this track within the abyss of the internet late last night (when the best discoveries happen) and found myself immediately enthralled by Bishop's distinct sound. As such, I have a feeling "River" will be on heavy rota...
read more →
Save (303)
3

Sounds like:
Perfume Genius,
Aphex Twin,
SOHN,
Active Child,
Burial,
HONNE,
How To Dress Well,
Jacques Greene
By
Donna Arendse
on
Jan 24, 2016
|
Benjamin Verdoes is an artist I have written about a number of times now, and for good reason.
A wonderfully authentic musician, Verdoes is one who keeps his heart on his sleeve, thus creating a real bond with his listeners.
"Highly Emotional" is t...
read more →
Save (92)
4

Sounds like:
Thelma Plum,
Dustin Tebbut,
The Lumineers,
Sarah Blasko,
Boy and Bear,
Husky
By
Donna Arendse
on
Jan 22, 2016
|
I think Little May is pretty much Australia's favorite folk darling at the moment, and it's pretty great to see their sound being so well received all over the world. The Sydney based three-piece is made up of Liz Drummond, Hannah Field, and Annie Ha...
read more →
Save (231)
5

Sounds like:
Sufjan Stevens,
Thom Yorke,
Low Roar
By
Sam McLoughlin
on
Jan 2, 2016
|
Aside from a few secretive guest appearances on recent albums by the likes of Son Lux, little has been heard the last few years from DM Stith, the haunting troubadour from Brooklyn who once toured along with Sufjan Stevens as opener and band mate.
T...
read more →
Save (98)
6

Sounds like:
Laura Welsh,
James Blake,
London Grammar,
Kwabs
By
Donna Arendse
on
Dec 30, 2015
|
I can't remember when I first stumbled across The Hics -- maybe 2 years ago? But I've been smitten with their sound ever since.
Comprised of musicians from various musical backgrounds, the London-based, electronic soul group create rich, magical tap...
read more →
Save (108)
7

Sounds like:
Invincible,
Remmy Kay,
Mystic
By
sweeney kovar
on
Dec 29, 2015
|
Earlier this week, a Grand Jury decided not to charge white Cleveland officer Timothy Loehman in the death of black 12 year-old Tamir Rice.
When I first read the news, I instantly changed tabs. I danced around the news before I could muster the cou...
read more →
Save (75)
8

Sounds like:
Daughter,
Cathedrals,
Sophie Jamieson
By
Mia Gralla
on
Dec 24, 2015
|
The music of singer-songwriter Eliza Shaddad has typically been categorized as folk rock, but she’s evolving her sound with “Wars,” the first single off her upcoming full-length EP, Run.
“Wars” starts off mellow and moody, with a solitary guitar sup...
read more →
Save (252)