Showing posts with label INDIE MUSIC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label INDIE MUSIC. Show all posts
Friday, November 11, 2016
MY STARVING LION TALKS SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a big deal. It's something that a lot of people know nothing about. I've been on my journey of learning about it for over a year, and continue to learn more at least weekly. There is a lot of information to obtain about this one topic, and it can get overwhelming. In fact, in this portion of my interview with Adam Spanier of My Starving Lion, he brought up something that sparked my interest. It was something that I would set aside to learn about another day. I had no idea about meta tags, and I'm currently in the process of learning about them just now. At the time, it wasn't something that was beneficial to me. But I knew it was a very valuable tool. Now that I have a website that I put time and work into, it's important for me to do everything that I can to make sure that it is easy to find. Never underestimate the fact that people are lazy. If you don't make all of your content easily accessible, it will never been seen. Whatever you have to offer the world will never be utilized. That is why this is such an important topic for anyone hoping to promote anything they create on the internet. This is one of the biggest steps in self-promotion that exists, and it happens to be several mini-steps in one. My advice is to learn one thing about Search Engine Optimization at a time. Make sure it is applicable to most if not all of the forms of media you need to promote, so that you can use it repetitively. Once you have mastered that one thing, move on to the next and continue to learn! Continue to learn, not only about SEO, but about everything that you can do to make your finished product better and more easily accessible. That is how you will find success!
Saturday, October 29, 2016
MY STARVING LION ON PROMOTING YOUR MUSIC DIY
I had a pretty lengthy chat with Adam Spanier of My Starving Lion about several different things in the music industry. He spoke in depth about struggles of being an indie musician and how you have to learn to do it yourself where promotion is concerned when you don't have a label backing you (and even sometimes even when you do). Being a DIY musician is a lot of work, but it's necessary work to get your music noticed.
Adam is a musician who has done it all: writing, composing, recording, production, scripting, editing, and filming music videos. He has used the internet to his advantage and learned to persevere through any lack of know-how with the motivation of having his music heard by the right ears. You can learn anything on the internet. Sometimes, it just takes a lot of time and work. Few people are willing to put in the amount of either that is required to run a successful ongoing promotional campaign for any body of work, or even for an entire discography. The big point that Adam made in this video is that if you want your music to be heard, you have to be your own everything. This is something I've been preaching for a while. You have to be your own PR person. You have to promote your music in every way that is catching attention. Sometimes, that can be very draining, and the results are rarely what you wish for. But with the right amount of confidence in your music and motivation to get it out into the world, anyone can do these things.
If you're looking for My Starving Lion, you'll find:
The Underground LP, with track list as follows
"Sadie Hawkins Romance"
"Goodbye, Farewell, Amen"
"Odysseia"
"The Reality"
"Painted Polaroids"
"One Last Masterpiece"
"Afterglow"
"Queen of Hearts"
"Masquerade"
"The Underground"
"Light It Up"
"Paramount"
As well as "The Odyssey LP" with track list as follows
"Solus"
"Ticker Tape Parade"
"Revelation"
"Long Lost Son"
"Starlight"
"Delirium"
"It's Okay to Dance"
"Robot Angry"
And I'm hearing that a new album, entitled "Waterloo" will be added to the MSL discography very soon. You can catch the single "Holiday" from that album on My Starving Lion's YouTube Channel Here: https://goo.gl/NHBvEm
Adam is a musician who has done it all: writing, composing, recording, production, scripting, editing, and filming music videos. He has used the internet to his advantage and learned to persevere through any lack of know-how with the motivation of having his music heard by the right ears. You can learn anything on the internet. Sometimes, it just takes a lot of time and work. Few people are willing to put in the amount of either that is required to run a successful ongoing promotional campaign for any body of work, or even for an entire discography. The big point that Adam made in this video is that if you want your music to be heard, you have to be your own everything. This is something I've been preaching for a while. You have to be your own PR person. You have to promote your music in every way that is catching attention. Sometimes, that can be very draining, and the results are rarely what you wish for. But with the right amount of confidence in your music and motivation to get it out into the world, anyone can do these things.
If you're looking for My Starving Lion, you'll find:
The Underground LP, with track list as follows
"Sadie Hawkins Romance"
"Goodbye, Farewell, Amen"
"Odysseia"
"The Reality"
"Painted Polaroids"
"One Last Masterpiece"
"Afterglow"
"Queen of Hearts"
"Masquerade"
"The Underground"
"Light It Up"
"Paramount"
As well as "The Odyssey LP" with track list as follows
"Solus"
"Ticker Tape Parade"
"Revelation"
"Long Lost Son"
"Starlight"
"Delirium"
"It's Okay to Dance"
"Robot Angry"
And I'm hearing that a new album, entitled "Waterloo" will be added to the MSL discography very soon. You can catch the single "Holiday" from that album on My Starving Lion's YouTube Channel Here: https://goo.gl/NHBvEm
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Friday, July 29, 2016
HOW TO GET YOUR MUSIC NOTICED: TWITTER & INSTAGRAM
Twitter and Instagram can be a crucial part of your fan base growth strategy. With the right use of these two commonly used social media outlets, you can reach thousands more potential fans than ever before. As with any tool, it's important that you know how to use these outlets so that they can benefit you most. The hashtag system (while sometimes annoying, #washingmyhair #yolo #bruh #iliterallycanteven) can actually help you to reach out to those searching for exactly what you have to offer as a musician. If you stop thinking of them as an annoying way to speak (or express oneself) and start thinking of them more as the tag option in a YouTube video (or on a blog post) it becomes more obvious how helpful the hashtag system has the potential to be for you as someone who is trying to get something noticed on the masses of the internet.
If you're an independent musician, #indiemusic is your new best friend. Use it on every tweet or instagram post that has anything to do with you as the musician, or your music. Another great hashtag to use as an independent artist is #indiemusicblast. Indie music blast is one account that retweets every tweet with that tag in it. However, the hashtag indiemusic can be even more helpful, as there are multiple accounts that will retweet tweets using this tag. And it goes without saying that anyone following an account that retweets those tweets is looking for indie music. These are potential fans, just waiting there on twitter for someone to show them your music. Don't miss out on that simple step!
Another thing that I think is extremely important when using any social media is that your social media art is a good representation of who you are as an artist. I have written about that in depth, and done a video on the topic as well. Here's the video. Here's the blog post.
Best of luck in your music venture! And remember that I'm everywhere and easily accessible to speak with if you have any questions or just want to say hello!
If you're an independent musician, #indiemusic is your new best friend. Use it on every tweet or instagram post that has anything to do with you as the musician, or your music. Another great hashtag to use as an independent artist is #indiemusicblast. Indie music blast is one account that retweets every tweet with that tag in it. However, the hashtag indiemusic can be even more helpful, as there are multiple accounts that will retweet tweets using this tag. And it goes without saying that anyone following an account that retweets those tweets is looking for indie music. These are potential fans, just waiting there on twitter for someone to show them your music. Don't miss out on that simple step!
Another thing that I think is extremely important when using any social media is that your social media art is a good representation of who you are as an artist. I have written about that in depth, and done a video on the topic as well. Here's the video. Here's the blog post.
Best of luck in your music venture! And remember that I'm everywhere and easily accessible to speak with if you have any questions or just want to say hello!
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Sunday, June 26, 2016
RIVAL TIDES: AWESOME UNDERGROUND ★ MUSIC REVIEW #15
This is my underground music review of Rival Tides, a Los Angeles-based rock band that thrives on mixing aggression with positivity. Since forming in November 2012, the five-piece group continues to pour their hearts into their music and live performances to create deeper connections with their fans.
This was one of those magnificent surprises. I had been searching for nearly 3 weeks for a new musical act to love, and this band had fallen in my lap (or onto my Twitter) quite some time ago and I hadn't even noticed. Out of, let's face it, desperation, I decided to go through my Twitter followers to see if there was anything there worth sharing. Surprise! About four artists in I found magic. All I would like to know is where are all of the A&R guys at and what are they doing with their time? Wasting it I guess, because why aren't these guys signed?! Finding musicians like this just makes me want to go take out a gigantic loan and start up my own small label, no joke.
One thing I found that I loved about this band (aside from their amazing sound) is their level of support for artists they believe in. What I found when I stumbled over to their official website was a list of other amazing band, from which I went on to find some of my even greater loves. When I did my video review, I bought the physical copy of their album. I got it in the mail and went on with life, enjoying their music and the music of other bands they had suggested to the world. Later on, I found the envelope that CD had come in, but before I threw it away I checked inside and found a small note I had missed when I received my CD, thanking me personally for my support and saying that they hope I'm enjoying that list of bands (which I had mentioned in my video review). My point is that not only is this a clearly talented band, but also clearly a bunch of great human beings. And trust me, following them on their social media is something you won't regret!
One thing I found that I loved about this band (aside from their amazing sound) is their level of support for artists they believe in. What I found when I stumbled over to their official website was a list of other amazing band, from which I went on to find some of my even greater loves. When I did my video review, I bought the physical copy of their album. I got it in the mail and went on with life, enjoying their music and the music of other bands they had suggested to the world. Later on, I found the envelope that CD had come in, but before I threw it away I checked inside and found a small note I had missed when I received my CD, thanking me personally for my support and saying that they hope I'm enjoying that list of bands (which I had mentioned in my video review). My point is that not only is this a clearly talented band, but also clearly a bunch of great human beings. And trust me, following them on their social media is something you won't regret!
Click on the thumbnail for my video review of this band:
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Friday, May 27, 2016
How to Get Your Music Noticed: Presentation - Social Media Art
In this mini-series, I'll be giving indie artists tips to help them be more successful in getting noticed on the internet and growing their fanbase. In this video, I'll be covering how important social media art is for presentation, and getting noticed in the sea of musicians.
For a very long time now, I have noticed that so many very talented independent musicians skip very simple, but very important steps that would help them get noticed by potential fans. So, here I am, sharing what I know in an attempt to help those who may not know what I do.
Let's talk about presentation as a whole for a minute. The image that you present to the online world has such a large bearing on whether anyone ever listens to your music that it cannot be ignored. It doesn't matter that you've created the next big musical thing if nobody ever clicks on your link. You are but a tiny paddle boat out in a sea of varying sized ships. You have to stand out. You have to look like you're worth someone's time, or they'll decide that you aren't before even hearing what you have to offer. So, let's learn how to put a shiny new coat of paint on that old worn out paddle boat.
Social Media Art:
Where do you share your music? How do you let the world know that your music exists? If one of your answers to that was not social media, then you're even further behind than I expected. People see so much on social media that everything you present needs to look bright and shiny. This is where social media art comes in. If someone lands on your page and it looks like a kindergartner made your art, they're not going to take you seriously. If someone lands on your page and your art doesn't excite them, then they're likely to not even bother. You have to give people incentive for them to give you their time, or they just won't. As theneedledrop so accurately stated, people aren't going to come up to you and beg you to make music for them. There's already more music out in the world than any one person could ever even listen to. They don't need you. But that's not to say that you can't add value to their music library, that you can't brighten their days, that you can't help them through emotional turmoil. But they'll never know that if you don't coerce them into giving your music a shot. These days, everything starts with an image. Make that image beautiful. Make it represent you accurately.
So, how do I do this social media art thing?
Well, you have two options: you can pay someone to do it for you, or you can learn to do it yourself. I suggest the latter because it's a valuable tool in several areas where marketing is concerned. However, I know that independent musicians are busy. You're working a day job, you're making posts, you're connecting with fans, you're playing shows, you're practicing, your work is endless and on top of all of that you still have to have time to do two more things: create music, and have a life. So, if you're not up for the challenge of learning how to do this stuff, and you're broke (I know you are), go here and find someone to do it for you for $5.
Okay, now that I've weeded out those who aren't up for the challenge of learning to make their own social media art, to you worker bees in the group, here's what to do:
You're going to need a photo editing program, such as Photoshop. However, I don't recommend Photoshop because it's pricey and the learning curve is steep. Gimp will get you on your way a whole lot faster and it's not going to hurt your wallet at all (since it's free).
Learn how to use the lasso tool. This will allow you to take the background out of an image and replace it with a solid color to make it more captivating. You can search videos on how to make an image have a transparent background. This will help you out tons!
This part is very important:
Learn the aspect ratios for each social media or music sharing platform. For example, for YouTube thumbnails, the dimensions are 1280x720. You can google whichever social media you're working on at the time. And usually, you can even find a template. Keep in mind that most social media sites have multiple dimensions for different devices. So, you're going to need to know where the line is.
Make sure that the image you use has a high resolution. You don't want the thing you've worked so hard on to end up blurry! Well, that's not everything you need to know, but it will be different for each individual. I will offer this, if you come across a problem and you need to know how to do something (and you just can't figure it out), you can message me on Facebook and I'll do my best to walk you through it (or help you figure it out if I don't know how).
For a very long time now, I have noticed that so many very talented independent musicians skip very simple, but very important steps that would help them get noticed by potential fans. So, here I am, sharing what I know in an attempt to help those who may not know what I do.
Let's talk about presentation as a whole for a minute. The image that you present to the online world has such a large bearing on whether anyone ever listens to your music that it cannot be ignored. It doesn't matter that you've created the next big musical thing if nobody ever clicks on your link. You are but a tiny paddle boat out in a sea of varying sized ships. You have to stand out. You have to look like you're worth someone's time, or they'll decide that you aren't before even hearing what you have to offer. So, let's learn how to put a shiny new coat of paint on that old worn out paddle boat.
Social Media Art:
Where do you share your music? How do you let the world know that your music exists? If one of your answers to that was not social media, then you're even further behind than I expected. People see so much on social media that everything you present needs to look bright and shiny. This is where social media art comes in. If someone lands on your page and it looks like a kindergartner made your art, they're not going to take you seriously. If someone lands on your page and your art doesn't excite them, then they're likely to not even bother. You have to give people incentive for them to give you their time, or they just won't. As theneedledrop so accurately stated, people aren't going to come up to you and beg you to make music for them. There's already more music out in the world than any one person could ever even listen to. They don't need you. But that's not to say that you can't add value to their music library, that you can't brighten their days, that you can't help them through emotional turmoil. But they'll never know that if you don't coerce them into giving your music a shot. These days, everything starts with an image. Make that image beautiful. Make it represent you accurately.
So, how do I do this social media art thing?
Well, you have two options: you can pay someone to do it for you, or you can learn to do it yourself. I suggest the latter because it's a valuable tool in several areas where marketing is concerned. However, I know that independent musicians are busy. You're working a day job, you're making posts, you're connecting with fans, you're playing shows, you're practicing, your work is endless and on top of all of that you still have to have time to do two more things: create music, and have a life. So, if you're not up for the challenge of learning how to do this stuff, and you're broke (I know you are), go here and find someone to do it for you for $5.
Okay, now that I've weeded out those who aren't up for the challenge of learning to make their own social media art, to you worker bees in the group, here's what to do:
You're going to need a photo editing program, such as Photoshop. However, I don't recommend Photoshop because it's pricey and the learning curve is steep. Gimp will get you on your way a whole lot faster and it's not going to hurt your wallet at all (since it's free).
Learn how to use the lasso tool. This will allow you to take the background out of an image and replace it with a solid color to make it more captivating. You can search videos on how to make an image have a transparent background. This will help you out tons!
This part is very important:
Learn the aspect ratios for each social media or music sharing platform. For example, for YouTube thumbnails, the dimensions are 1280x720. You can google whichever social media you're working on at the time. And usually, you can even find a template. Keep in mind that most social media sites have multiple dimensions for different devices. So, you're going to need to know where the line is.
Make sure that the image you use has a high resolution. You don't want the thing you've worked so hard on to end up blurry! Well, that's not everything you need to know, but it will be different for each individual. I will offer this, if you come across a problem and you need to know how to do something (and you just can't figure it out), you can message me on Facebook and I'll do my best to walk you through it (or help you figure it out if I don't know how).
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Saturday, May 21, 2016
Support Local Music #2 ★ Denver
On my mission to support local music, I found that SpokesBUZZ is an amazing music program that fosters the talent of growing Denver musicians. Eldren and Red Fox Run have both been part of that program. As has Shatterproof. I got some surprises while getting all of my ducks in a row for this review, but I think you'll find a happy place with at least one of these bands. This is some great underground music, regardless of the surprises.
Eldren:
Hippy
They classify themselves as “Psychadelic Space Pop” and I couldn’t agree more. This music is very free-spirited and it feels good for the soul. They have some trippy intros, but they go well with the rest of the song they belong to. It isn’t something I could listen to just any time, but when in the right mood, this music can really leave me feeling light and carefree, and maybe even a little more lovable. Some of their tracks are even what I would describe as super pop, that nods to a different decade.
Red Fox Run:
There’s something about denver vocalists that tug at my heart. The way they form their words has a similarity to it, just like speech from any area. Within the first five seconds of listening to “Didn’t see you there” My mind morphed to Isaac Slade of The Fray and his ability to touch my soul with simple delivery of an everyday word. Daniel has that power within him as well. However, I’ve heard him sound like a few different artists that hold a beloved spot in my heart. For instance, at some point, I thought to myself… this guys voice really sounds like the lead vocalist of NEEDTOBREATHE and at some points, the music reminds me of band of horses. I’m not trying to box this band up into how they sound like so many other artists. Because as a whole, their sound is something unique and beautiful. I’m simply telling you where my brain went while falling for this band. I think if you like The Fray, Taking Back Sunday, Constantines, bands that have strength in being mellow, you’re really going to love this band also.
They list their genre as Rock, indie, alternative, which is fitting. And I like that they didn’t try to get too specific with classifying themselves because throughout their discography, the sound does vary a bit. So this generalized classification fits them well.
I found both of these bands on the SpokesBUZZ website, which is a GREAT place to find amazing Colorado music. I really want to thank this organization for promoting their local music and I actually found it through a band I reviewed in the past, Shatterproof.
Eldren:
Red Fox Run:
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Tuesday, July 7, 2015
BREAKFAST IN NEW YORK: AWESOME UNDERGROUND ★ MUSIC REVIEW #27
Everyone knows how much I love 37 Reasons. (If you don't, you could always read this to find out.)
I'll never forget the day. You know you have really fallen for someone's music when you always remember the first day you listened to it. So, I knew that whenever Mr. Brown released something new, I would feel that joy all over again. It's a special kind of excitement when you hear that news. "New music is on it's way." Well, for me it is.
Today, Sam Brown releases his new EP "Breakfast in N2ew York."
And let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. There are obvious differences between this new EP and the last one. As a music lover, I must discuss these. 37 Reasons is beautiful and wonderful and it reminds one of being a teenager and really being in love. But with Breakfast in New York comes a whole different phase of life and of musicianship. With age comes growth: in maturity, in world views, in personality... and if a musician is truly talented and dedicated, in music. I'd like to compare Mr. Brown to a sponge. Because he has obviously soaked up as much as one can in the span between releasing these two bodies of music. I hear clear growth in Breakfast in New York... in all of the areas I listed before. With this new EP comes a much fuller sound and I am so proud of that.
Sam's wide array of instruments and layered vocals surround you and refuse to share your attention with anything outside of the song you are listening to. He ventures over the lines of standard pop into the edges of other genres, such as Jazz, in this EP. He never ceases to amaze me with his ability to perfectly piece together all of the right elements of a song to make it whole and he just keeps getting better at it! One thing I really love about this EP is that it does not fit in a box. It is not one genre. It is art.
I love that Sam just went with his instincts to create each song. I don't see a template here... each song is its own. And they are all different. But they do go nicely together. That is a talent that not every musician has. To have songs that are different from one another, yet can still pass as an arm or leg on the same body. You have to buy that the songs on a body of work are getting their life force from the same beating heart, otherwise, it's not a body, it's just a bunch of songs thrown together.
One last thing and I'll stop gushing. My favorite track is "The Motion." I guess that's rather typical of me, but I think it's perfect. There are things I love about each song on this EP, but that one, in my opinion, is the best track.
I'll never forget the day. You know you have really fallen for someone's music when you always remember the first day you listened to it. So, I knew that whenever Mr. Brown released something new, I would feel that joy all over again. It's a special kind of excitement when you hear that news. "New music is on it's way." Well, for me it is.
Today, Sam Brown releases his new EP "Breakfast in N2ew York."
And let me tell you, it doesn't disappoint. There are obvious differences between this new EP and the last one. As a music lover, I must discuss these. 37 Reasons is beautiful and wonderful and it reminds one of being a teenager and really being in love. But with Breakfast in New York comes a whole different phase of life and of musicianship. With age comes growth: in maturity, in world views, in personality... and if a musician is truly talented and dedicated, in music. I'd like to compare Mr. Brown to a sponge. Because he has obviously soaked up as much as one can in the span between releasing these two bodies of music. I hear clear growth in Breakfast in New York... in all of the areas I listed before. With this new EP comes a much fuller sound and I am so proud of that.
Sam's wide array of instruments and layered vocals surround you and refuse to share your attention with anything outside of the song you are listening to. He ventures over the lines of standard pop into the edges of other genres, such as Jazz, in this EP. He never ceases to amaze me with his ability to perfectly piece together all of the right elements of a song to make it whole and he just keeps getting better at it! One thing I really love about this EP is that it does not fit in a box. It is not one genre. It is art.
I love that Sam just went with his instincts to create each song. I don't see a template here... each song is its own. And they are all different. But they do go nicely together. That is a talent that not every musician has. To have songs that are different from one another, yet can still pass as an arm or leg on the same body. You have to buy that the songs on a body of work are getting their life force from the same beating heart, otherwise, it's not a body, it's just a bunch of songs thrown together.
One last thing and I'll stop gushing. My favorite track is "The Motion." I guess that's rather typical of me, but I think it's perfect. There are things I love about each song on this EP, but that one, in my opinion, is the best track.
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37 Reasons Video Review:
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Saturday, April 26, 2014
FRONT PORCH SOCIETY: AWESOME UNDERGROUND ★ MUSIC REVIEW
Front Porch Society
"Finding Forward"
First impressions are important!
First impressions are important!
They couldn't have picked a better track to use as the opening to their album. "Finding Forward" gives the perfect motivational push to get you to feel that need to listen to the entirety of the album that mirrors that name. Trust me, you're not going to put the album down after hearing that for an introduction.
"Hold On (Let Go)"
Honestly, for me the song doesn't start until 1:19. I found myself uninterested until that point. To be fair, I am particular about female vocals and lightweight songs. But don't let the beginning of this song fool you. The song as a whole is no lightweight entity. And the slow start is necessary to create the fantastic buildup to heavier things. I feel like the progression of the song allows aid for one to do exactly what the song title suggests: Hold on... Let go. This is absolutely a therapeutic track.
"Dry Ground"
The first time I listened to this album, I really thought the title track was my favorite. And I still love it just as dearly as the first time I heard it. But, "Dry Ground" is the one I find myself singing around the house, before I ever click play on anything. So I guess it wins, doesn't it? It has held hostage a portion of my musical storage bin (AKA brain), and I'm completely fine with that. "Because I'm way too young to be this desert I've become" and "I'm afraid that my roots have turned to chains. Would you catch my fallin' heart?" Do those type of lyrics really need any further glorification? Nope. Put your heart back in your chest. I know it jumped out after that.
"Porchlight"
Something about a piano and an acoustic guitar just hold the potential to emit the feeling of safety, comfort, and home... well for me they do. This song starts out sounding like a peaceful night of pondering, and I guess it ends up that way. But I got a little more out of it than that. To get personal about it, it honestly brought me back to coming home after two weeks of constant travel and participation in charity during that travel. Something about seeing new places, new people, and working towards the common well-being of the human race will really put your mind in a different state. Coincidentally, when I arrived home from this particular trip, it was very late at night and I did experience exactly what I feel this song is about. I don't know, maybe I'm just attaching it to my personal experience, as I often will do with music, but it makes it all that more special. However, with those things put together: coming home late after travel and having my mind still on those I had been putting my efforts towards really put me in that place: "But I can't stop wondering if my world deserves to change." Significant life experiences can sometimes make you feel insignificant in the grand scheme of things.
Personal past experience aside, "Everything is fine," can be a grand thing, but sometimes it can be discouraging. Nobody really wants "fine" out of life, and I feel that was part of the point.
Personal past experience aside, "Everything is fine," can be a grand thing, but sometimes it can be discouraging. Nobody really wants "fine" out of life, and I feel that was part of the point.
On top of that, once you move out of your family home, life is different. And this could be about that. Because going "home" for me, you know the home that isn't really my home anymore, but will always be home, can be a comfort sometimes and sometimes it can make me disappointed in myself for not being who I once thought I'd be by now.
"Beautiful Mess"
I don't have a ton to say about this song, other than everyone has one of those. And you will relate to this song. Maybe not yet, but at some point in your life, this will be your anthem. It's pretty much about a failed relationship and it sounds a lot like a first love-type thing to me. As every in track on this album, the lyrics are flawless and gorgeous.
"Hallelujah"
Is a double cover, and of course, they did it very well.
"Carolina"
Is most definitely a love song to a state, unless you know of a girl with trees and sunsets sprouting from her somewhere. I feel like it was an important track for this band because loving where you live is half of the battle in enjoying life.
I have to express that my favorite part of Finding Forward is the intelligence and beauty that are both constants in the lyrics of every song. Musicians can fake their way through tons of things, but genius writing is not one of them.
Front Porch Society has started on a new project, which you will get updated of on their Facebook and Bandcamp. I highly suggest following this group of talented musicians to keep up with their progress and growth.
"Hallelujah"
Is a double cover, and of course, they did it very well.
"Carolina"
Is most definitely a love song to a state, unless you know of a girl with trees and sunsets sprouting from her somewhere. I feel like it was an important track for this band because loving where you live is half of the battle in enjoying life.
I have to express that my favorite part of Finding Forward is the intelligence and beauty that are both constants in the lyrics of every song. Musicians can fake their way through tons of things, but genius writing is not one of them.
Front Porch Society has started on a new project, which you will get updated of on their Facebook and Bandcamp. I highly suggest following this group of talented musicians to keep up with their progress and growth.
Saturday, March 15, 2014
REBEL REVIVE: AWESOME UNDERGROUND ★ MUSIC REVIEW #8
Rebel Revive
I'm a sucker for a lot of things when it comes to music. There so many little things musicians can do to make me turn into butter. Acoustic tracks are, hands down, at the very top of that list. It just happened by accident that the first track I heard of Rebel Revive's was an acoustic version of "Skeletons" but it sure did leave me entranced. Of course, I had to follow that up with the album version of the very same song. I was expecting it to be good, but it's hard for anything to compete with an acoustic sound for me. I was very happily surprised to find that I love the album version of the song just as much as the acoustic version. And even better, the entire album, XI (Eleven), is a wonderful experience that picked me up and set me in a new place outside of my own world throughout the duration. That's right, this album is one of those living, breathing, experiences. It's a universe all it's own, and a great place to escape to. They have a beautiful and powerful rock sound. Trust me, this is one that you don't want to miss out on!
Rebel Revive Links:
Here's episode 7.1 of "The Best Music You Didn't Know You Were Missing"
And even though the ways in which you can contact me rarely shift or alter, here they are again:
virtual mail: hpfansonghost@gmail.com
physical mail: P.O. Box 461 Gruetli-Laager, TN 37339
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