Well, a new album is soon to be released for my favorite Japanese rock band, and they’ve released their first single… It also looks like I’m not the only one in the USA that has taken notice of these guys. The record label Fueled By Ramen who’s previous artists include: Paramore, Panic at the Disco, and Fall Out Boy have scooped them up for an English release and if this first single is an example of what’s to come I’m excited. It’s certainly a bit more pop than they’ve released in the past but I think they still maintain their sound whilst adding catchiness for a potentially big new audience!
Category: POP/ROCK
Corey Harper – California Sun
This would have been the single on John Mayer’s last album. Massive similarities aside, this is a fantastic song that just screams to be first track on a great road trip mix. Kudos to Justin Bieber for plucking this guy from tiny clubs in Seattle and throwing him into the spotlight, there may be a lot more to come from this guy.
1975 – The Sound
Despite really loving their first album, I first heard this track in the movie “Me Before You.” I had to look it up afterwards and was depressed that I hadn’t heard it earlier. Either way, I’ve heard it now, and what a tune it is.
Adele – Water Under The Bridge
I’m not a huge Adele fan, but when I heard this track is just stuck with me. There’s something about it that I haven’t been able to put my finger on but it’s captivating. I’ve also included a half decent pop cover version by a group called Against The Current.
The Wombats – Give Me A Try
Whoa. Welcome Back Indie British Rock! Well, maybe it never really left, but there definitely seemed to be a let down lately. No longer the case. This is a tune! Enjoy!
Hunter Hayes feat. Jason Mraz – Everybody’s Got Somebody But Me
Possibly my favorite track from Hunter Hayes. Super catchy, and with a great feature as well. Can’t go wrong.
St. Lucia – Elevate
A lot of remixes of this song, but I still love the original the most. Not an easy fit for a genre, and that’s what I like about it. Pop? Indie Dance? Rock? You decide.
Catching Flies – Quiet Nights
“Soothing” is the word I’d use to describe this beautiful arrangement. Simple and elegant with the acoustic guitar, distant vocals, minimal drums and piano moving in and out…so very soothing indeed. Grab your free copy from his bandcamp.
Johnnyswim – Home
A really fun and happy pop/rock tune to make you feel better about the worsening weather. Enjoy! (Grab it here)
Sia – Chandelier (Sara Bareilles Live Cover)
My friend Zia recommended I take a listen to the live cover of Sia’s “Chandelier” by Sara Bareilles. I’ve always been a fan of her music, but she knocks this one clear out of the park. Despite listening to her for so long, for some reason I never really knew Sara Bareilles had such a fantastic voice. Chills watching this one, seriously.