Why Music?

This week I chatted with Gabrielle Ornate, an indie artist who is fusing folk writing with pop hooks and rock instrumentals in a way that you’ve never seen before. A few years into her journey, she’s constantly crafting something new and exciting and sharing it with the world along the way.  Gabrielle’s Links:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wIf7ntnY2N7fLxe9BscXr?si=aFpq__8qTiWPv7pZrK3e...

This week I chatted with Emily Sangder, a singer/songwriter who is on a mission to make music that feels like being outdoors. Writing songs from the crossroads of hope and heartache, she’s a true natural storyteller.  Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. ⁠Join now⁠ Emily’s Links:  Spotify Instagram Website

This week I chatted with Falky, a musical duo that’s constantly crossing into new genre territory. On a mission to deliver a new song every month of 2024, their catalog is constantly evolving into a more diverse conglomeration of their two different backgrounds and roots.  Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. ⁠Join now⁠ Falky's Links:  Spotify...

This next artist is a pop rocker that’s covered a lot of ground across the central U.S.. With a laundry list of live show appearances and notable moments across her music journey, she truly is paving her own path. Welcome Shelby! Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. ⁠Join now⁠ Shelby’s Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok Website

This next act is a Connecticut-based trio delivering a mix of alternative, rock, and pop. Carrying you back to the turn of the century, they are keeping the sounds of bands like the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Incubus alive in the current decade. Welcome Phatt James! The band’s links:  Spotify Instagram TikTok

This next artist is an LA singer-songwriter. Blending pop and rock with emotive lyricism, she’s telling her story with every track. Entering a new stage of her journey, she’s bringing a fresh take and an even fresher sound to her music. Welcome Jordan! Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. ⁠Join now⁠ Jordan's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok

This next artist is a Canadian born and raised indie pop creative. Kicking off his journey as a drummer, and taking so many other steps along the way, it’s no question why his music perfectly combines many different genres. With so many releases out into the world, and just as many waiting to be released, there’s no stopping him on this journey. Welcome Malcolm.! Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you...

This next artist is a Virginia-born and Nashville-based singer/songwriter. Only a few songs in, she’s just kicking off and making a name for herself in the pop world. Welcome Kyra! Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. ⁠Join now⁠ Kyra's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok

This next artist is a Brisbane-based soulful force of nature. Blending pop with jazz and acoustic in an effortless way, she brings a sound that feels both classic and modern at the same time. Recently riding the release of her EP, she’s starting the year off beyond strong. Welcome Hazel Mei! Indie for Your Inbox, bringing you a new song from an independent artist every single day. Join now Hazel's...

This next artist is an Albanian pop & R&B songwriter based out of New York. After making waves back in her home country with international competitions, including Eurovision, she’s ready to make her impact here in the states. Welcome Wendi! Wendi's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok YouTube

This next artist is a Nashville-based pop-country songwriter. With only a few releases out into the world, her journey is only now beginning, despite her long music history. Welcome Arianna! Arianna's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok Website

This next artist is a Seattle-based R&B singer/songwriter. Discovering her passion for music at a young age, she’s been following her greatest passion for several years and is on a mission to connect hearts and souls through the power of melodies. Welcome Gabrielle! Gabrielle's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok

This next artist is an NYC-based singer/songwriter who teamed up with a Grammy-winning producer to release his first album. Taking inspiration from some of the songwriting greats, his music is timeless while still holding its ground in the modern music landscape. Welcome Ilan! Ilan's Links: Spotify Instagram TikTok

This next act is a self-described “genre buffet” exploring all kinds of sounds and ideas in each of their songs. With an overarching tone of self-acceptance, there’s something within their music anyone could get on board with. Welcome Isla June! Isla June's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/18ioovgcBQpPVcUdRyGCe0?si=E3CTP9y0Qpi-N5tL66M1AQ Instagram: https://instagram.com/islajunemusi...

This next act is a singer/songwriter duo with an indie pop flavor. Bringing in the heartwarming sentiment of folk melodies with their friendship-based collaboration, their music will bring you a new sense of connection. Welcome Axel & Lolo! Axel & Lolo's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/66uREfgVhvjUiK3RXcTAdq?si=TqR6kJA_S92pfRLExq1kcg Instagram: https://instagram.com/axelandlolo Tik...

This next artist is a 23-year old singer-songwriter with roots in the Windy City. Now a Nashville indie rocker, her journey is starting to pick up speed. Welcome Grace! Grace's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/33i07ALaC6xQq0AoSnJTN1?si=BGEmbr_wQqutiCf5d4eUtw Instagram: https://instagram.com/gracesmiles TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@itsgracesmiles

This next artist was a girl band guitarist-turned-artist. Falling into the softer side of the pop world, her music is just what the doctor ordered. Welcome Ellie! Ellie's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1qtjqPzkyF1Nx3PQPnlbMZ?si=IEAmXDJtT7GcjkLwpuPIdg Instagram: https://instagram.com/ellieburkemusic TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@ellieburkemusic

This next artist is a jack-of-all-trades when it comes to genres. One-half of the folky-pop experimental project Linear Process, he’s now venturing into his own sound. Welcome Noah! Noah's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4wxdZcbGLmsaXdywHLMSaq?si=00ejZU9URRu7vq86iESWKg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noah.r.reed/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noah.r.reed

This next artist is an LA-based singer/songwriter who started in Manhattan. Also very heavily involved in the world of cinema, she’s an artist in more ways than one. Welcome Exxy! Exxy's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/19QCFflhLrWN7WVWk2Exsd?si=Tt6cEl-mTa2uPGJDZqX5QA

This next artist is up-and-coming in the South Carolina community. Riding the waves of a new album, she’s returned back to what she loves most. Welcome Mackenzie! Mackenzie's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/09xKl7GjKOETUqTQFXqOr2?si=wsbb-2cLTfyi3PBDV-VFCg Instagram: https://instagram.com/mackenziemorrowmusic TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@mackenziemorrowmusic

This next artist is a Pennsylvania native and fellow North Carolina transplant. With a name inspired by what he strives for, it’s clear he’s making music from a very personal place. Striving for greatness with every move he makes, I don’t think anything will hold him back. Welcome Trev Truth! Trev's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6LHa45BI7kBZe7FCXBDpl0?si=wayp80dlTDuTbtoQNwzkwQ In...

This next artist is an LA-based rocker who’s blending genres with every release. Writing songs from a very personal place and telling the story of his journey, he’s bringing new topics to the conversation. Welcome Morgan! Morgan's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1RjfcdCj5sJahCRGdCxmjY?si=xqOnGWaXQuySkOyoP4sKJQ Instagram: https://instagram.com/morganorthesound TikTok: https://tiktok...

This next artist is the pop/punk mixture you didn’t know you needed. Retelling the stories of unfortunate dating situations and the 20-something lifestyle, every song takes you on its own journey. Covering all bounds in the world of emotions, you’re going to want to join her on this wild ride. Welcome Heather! Heather's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2tKV0xLmFr06L6kGhLeal7?si=_q-c...

This next artist is a member of the UK alternative band OWES. Started in 2020, they’re hitting the ground running and building momentum following their debut EP. Welcome Harvey! OWES' Links: https://open.spotify.com/artist/40lg2snKlWmw3rah6jq8hR?si=JK3XNoroSN-Q0DuFXipbbQ&nd=1 https://www.instagram.com/officialowes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialowes https://www.officialowes.com/

This next artist is one-half of a London-based duo. With their backbone coming from fingerpicking and harmonies, they’ve reinvented folk rock in a whole new way. With only a handful of releases over the last few years, only time will tell where they venture next. Welcome Hannah of Gecko & the Bee! Gecko and the Bee's Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3ucRfKaQDpzrLFu7vzSXs3?si=ZH521Gz...