New Song

In this episode of New Song, Neva Upton, an 18-year-old musician from Boulder, CO, discusses the wide range of genres and artists that inspire her. She finds inspiration everywhere: in alternative artists, pop songs, and even her high school English class. Through her original songs, Neva unpacks how music can capture a moment, a feeling, or a memory. Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered...

This episode of New Song takes on a new format. Rather than inviting one artist to play and discuss their music, New Song welcomes Jesse Ogle and Marina Eve from Roots Music Project to talk about the Boulder music industry and their new TEMPO program, designed to help youth musicians thrive.  Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs. This podcast is brought to you by KGNU Com...

In this episode of New Song, Chloe Ridgeview joins the KGNU Studio to showcase her deeply personal songwriting and unique chord arrangements on her primary instrument, the guitar. Through discussion of her background in music and the performance of three original songs, Chloe explores how growing out of childhood and into new experiences has influenced the music she creates today.  Hosted and prod...

Rapper, producer, and songwriter Stryder Jones joins the KGNU Boulder Studio in this episode of New Song, showcasing his many musical abilities. Through the performance of three diverse original songs, Stryder explores how his life experiences have shaped his sound and fostered his love of production and constant creation.  Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs. This podca...

In this episode of New Song, Ella Seng joins the KGNU Boulder Studio to showcase her intricate piano composition and Lizzy McAlpine-esque writing style. Through the performance of several original songs, Ella explores how her own experiences have influenced her sound and the artist that she is today. Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs. This podcast is brought to you by...

Hailing from Thailand, the second artist with the name Melody on New Song dives into the complexities of songwriting throughout her teen years and the musical journey she has gone on. Taking influence from many sources, Melody discusses her love of Taylor Swift and musical theater, revealing snippets of an exciting long-term project in this sixth episode.  Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engin...

With influences like Noah Kahan, artist Shane Gabriel explores the nuances of the indie-folk genre and examines the aspects of his life that have shaped him into the songwriter he is today. In this episode of New Song Shane also looks ahead to his future, considering the role music will play in his life as high school comes to an end. Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs....

Indie-folk artist Addie Uhl dives into the role of music in her life as she has grown up and opened many new doors in the fourth episode of New Song. Through the performance of several original songs, Addie discusses how music has fit into her life as she has transitioned into her new normal as a college freshman, and how her music has evolved with her.  Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Enginee...

Denver-based artist Manny explores his unique indie-alternative sound in the third episode of New Song. Manny utilizes self-produced tracks and live guitar to create a complex, layered sound, and through delving into the writing of his songs, Manny reveals how his cultural background and bilingualism have shaped his music.  Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs. This podca...

In this episode of New Song, Melody joins the KGNU Studio to showcase her deeply personal songwriting and unique piano composition. Through the exploration of her background in music and the performance of three original songs, Melody reveals her own songwriting process and the aspects of her life that influence her sound the most. Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Engineered by George Figgs. Th...

In the premiere episode of New Song, artist Emily Margaret closely examines her unique R&B and folk style; a sound stemming from her Vermont roots and lifelong devotion to music. Through the performance of three original songs, Emily Margaret gives a look into her songwriting process and the ways in which she has been shaped into the artist she is today. Hosted and produced by Amiya Vashi. Eng...

Hosted by Amiya Vashi through KGNU Media Gardens, New Song dives into the complexities of teen music, songwriting, and artistry. Aimed at highlighting the voices of Colorado-based youth musicians, New Song gives young singer-songwriters a platform to share their original music and stories. With a diverse array of music and musicians, New Song features genres from R&B to pop and indie to folk....