As Good As It Gets – “Stay (Be Honest)” (Song Premiere)

Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone the latest single from Indiana pop-rock duo, As Good As It Gets, called ”Stay (Be Honest).” On this up-tempo rock song about facing those difficult conversations in relationships, the band captures the spirit of the Drive-Thru Records-era of music with a sound that strays somewhere between Something Corporate and Foo Fighters. The band shared, ““Stay (Be Honest)” is a song about love, fighting, friendships, breakups, and marriage. Growing up as kids in pop-punk and emo bands, we wrote a lot of songs about breakups–this one is about staying together by two guys in healthy marriages, but it still packs the pop-punk punch we refuse to let go of.” If you’re enjoying the early listen, please consider purchasing the band’s music here.

Jason Tate 1 month ago

This week’s newsletter has some thoughts on the new Bleachers album and more of the regular newsletter things I always write about. This week’s supporter Q&A post can be found here.

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Adam Grundy 1 month ago

Today I’m thrilled to share with everyone the latest single from pop singer-songwriter, Sophia Dashing, called “Does Love Have To Be This Way.” This piano-driven pop ballad is filled with cathartic songwriting and emotional vocals, documenting the multifaceted emotions endured after heartbreak and the moments of difficulty with love through past relationships and family trauma. Dashing shared:

”Does Love Have to Be This Way” is my most vulnerable single yet. I am so happy this song is out, and I truly hope others can connect with the raw message in the song. It took me truly getting out of my comfort zone to release this song, but I know I’m not alone. As humans we naturally can relate somehow someway with feeling insecure towards love / relationships / heartbreak at any point in our life. I hope me being real within the lyrical content of this song can help people feel less alone! I’m so grateful for music and how it’s healed me in so many ways. Thank you for checking out my new single!

If you’re enjoying the early listen, you can check out Sophia Dashing’s other music here.

Adam Grundy 1 month ago

Today I’m thrilled to introduce everyone to a UK-based pop-punk band called Sharp Eyes who have just released their latest music video for “Past Your Best.” Drawing inspiration from the likes of All Time Low, The Maine, The Story So Far, and Neck Deep, the band puts their uniquely English stamp on the genre. Lead singer Sam Day shared, “‘Past Your Best’ is a bit of a kick back at those people who stick around you but are a real drain on your energy, picking at your personality and making you feel awkward about the things you enjoy. We wrote this track as a kind of reclaiming of that energy and a celebration of having a good time with the people you love.” If you’re enjoying this latest single, please consider checking out the band’s other music here.

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LYSOL – “Padded Cell” (Song Premiere)

Adam Grundy 1 month ago

Today I’m so excited to bring everyone the latest single from Seattle punk rock band, LYSOL, called “Padded Cell.” The track comes from the band’s new EP, Down the Street, following 2021’s Soup for My Family. The four piece lineup of Anthony Gaviria, Xtine Lundberg, Chad Ringo Bucklew, and Noah Earl Fowler waste no time on this EP, with all four tracks clocking in at two minutes or less. It’s perfectly executed hardcore punk with a touch of Pacific Northwest guitar rock in the mix. LYSOL have yet again kicked down a steamroller of a record that matches their power as a live band. If you’re enjoying the latest single, please consider purchasing the band’s EP at their Bandcamp page here.

Adam Grundy 1 month ago

Today is a great day to share the latest video from pop artist, Black Polish, called “birthwright.” With a sound that fits somewhere between the punk rock spirit of Paramore, paired with the complex songwriting sensibilities of Mitski, Black Polish is truly an artist in the purest form. When speaking on her latest album, Jayden Nicole Binnix shared:

This album was created while I was living in Maryland and beginning high school. My family home was secluded and tucked away within the suffocating trees. It was my first major project I had ever worked on and I was only 15. Within this time, the unexpected Pandemic hit. Days blended together, as deep isolation set in. I felt as if I saw the world in 3rd person. Seclusion in my room became my existence.

If you’re enjoying the latest single, please consider visiting their website here. I was also able to catch up with this talented artist for a brief interview below.

Adam Grundy 1 month ago

Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone the latest single/visualizer video from Brooklyn rock band, Slow Fiction, called “Monday.” On this electric new single, Slow Fiction showcase why they’re a rising band in the alt-rock scene. The band shared about the new single, “The moment just before the storm hits. Built up, frenetic energy that exists in your mind, with the knowledge that it can surely come spilling out at any point. Pretending to have internal peace gets exhausting after a while.” If you’re enjoying the latest track, you can pre-order their new EP, Crush, here. I was also able to catch up with this band for a brief interview below.

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today I’m so excited to bring everyone the latest video from space rock trio, Silverplanes, called “Down The Drain.” On this eclectic single from Silverplanes, they channel their love for Alt-Rock hooks in the style of Smashing Pumpkins, paired with the pop sensibilities of Rooney, in a unique way that is sure to leave a mark on the music scene. The band shared:

”Down the Drain” is about life passing by so quickly and one day looking back thinking, how did I get here? What happened to all the things we were going to do? Realizing you have changed but you’re still the same deep inside, and finally coming to terms with all the crazy things that have happened and resolving to carry on. The video captures various stages of myself visiting past and future.

Silverplanes will be releasing their debut LP, Airbus, on April 5th. I was also able to catch up with this band for a brief interview below.

Jason Tate 2 months ago

In this week’s newsletter, I talk about my experience at the Fall Out Boy and Jimmy Eat World concert. That takes up most of it, but there’s also some commentary on books and movies I’ve seen recently. This week’s supporter Q&A post can be found here.

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Space Fight – “Is It All” (Song Premiere)

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today I’m excited to bring everyone the latest single from indie-pop synth band, Space Fight, called “Is It All.” On this vibey lead single from their upcoming EP, Hyperspeed, the band channels their love for big hooks and dazzling vocals in a crowd-pleasing package. Band member Miles said, ”Allem Iversom’s lo-fi remix of ‘Is It All’ embellishes the 80s synthy goodness of the original, seeming to transport us through time to the synth-soaked sounds of yesteryear. The track was produced by Allem Iversom and Space Fight, mixed by Iversom, and closes out our Hyperspeed EP with a sense of longing, a nod to the past, and a tinge of uncertainty towards the future.” If you’re enjoying the latest track, please consider visiting their Bandcamp page here. I was also able to catch up with this talented band for a brief interview below.

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today I’m so excited to introduce everyone to Joe P, an ultra-talented singer-songwriter who is releasing his latest single called “Shadow in the Sun.” Joe P shared, “When I dreamed of recording my first single for my first album on a major label, I didn’t imagine I would be recording the vocals in my basement ten feet away from the water heater but there’s a magic that comes from hoping no one upstairs uses hot water while simultaneously pouring your heart and soul into a vocal performance. I will always record vocals like that.” This artist is currently on tour with Cold War Kids, and is a marquee songwriter to watch as this year unfolds. If you’re enjoying the latest single, you can purchase it here.

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone a really cool cover of an Olivia Rodrigo track by Smooth Brain called “Good 4 U.” On this electric-charged cover, Smooth Brain channel the original spirit of the song and a few twists and turns along the way too. The band shared, “We’ve been playing “good 4 u” live – with a fun twist – since our inception, and we’re thrilled to finally put it out. If you’ve been to a Smooth Brain show before, you know how much these songs mean to us, and how much fun we have playing our version of Olivia Rodrigo’s hit single.” If you’re enjoying the early listen, you can check out the band’s Facebook page here.

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today is a great day to share the latest single from songwriter Kim Richey called “Floating On The Surface.” Her vocals have been featured on Jason Isbell’s acclaimed Southeastern, Trisha Yearwood’s Everybody Knows, and Reba McEntire’s Starting Over. Richey shared, “This song is different from all the other songs on the album in that we decided to use the demo. Roger Nichols and I wrote this around a cool guitar line that Roger came up with. He engineered and played everything. I sang all the parts and played percussion (my secret favorite thing.) We tried re-recording it with the band while tracking songs for this record. We tried replacing the fake drums with real drums. We messed around with the vocals. Finally, producer Doug Lancio decided we weren’t going to beat the demo. Sometimes a demo has some sort of magic sauce that you just can’t recreate.” If you’re enjoying the latest single from Kim Richey, please consider purchasing the track here.

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today I’m thrilled to bring everyone the latest video from Psych-folk artist, Vanderwolf, called “The 6.09.” The track is the second single off of Vanderwolf’s new album, The Great Bewilderment, out everywhere music is sold on March 13th. If you’re enjoying the latest single, please consider visiting the artist’s Bandcamp page here. I was also able to catch up with this talented songwriter for a brief interview below.

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George Alley – “Just Leave Me Dreaming” (Video Premiere)

Adam Grundy 2 months ago

Today is a great day to share the new video from Philly-based artist, George Alley, called “Just Leave Me Dreaming.” George Alley has made big waves in the Philly music scene as a composer, performer, choreographer, podcaster and more. He emphasizes his “DIY ethos” and his music takes inspiration from greats like Morrissey, The Cure, Suede, and Muse. If you’re enjoying the video, you can pre-save the single that comes out tomorrow here.

As Good As It Gets – “Stay (Be Honest)” (Song Premiere)

Liner Notes (March 10th, 2024)

Sophia Dashing – “Does Love Have To Be This Way” (Song Premiere)

Sharp Eyes – “Past Your Best” (Video Premiere)

LYSOL – “Padded Cell” (Song Premiere)

Black Polish – “birthwright” (Video Premiere)

Slow Fiction – “Monday” (Song Premiere)

Silverplanes – “Down The Drain” (Video Premiere)

Liner Notes (March 2nd, 2024)

Space Fight – “Is It All” (Song Premiere)

Joe P – “Shadow In The Sun” (Song Premiere)

Smooth Brain – “Good 4 U” (Song Premiere)

Kim Richey – “Floating On The Surface” (Song Premiere)

Vanderwolf – “The 6.09” (Video Premiere)

George Alley – “Just Leave Me Dreaming” (Video Premiere)