Nestled in a cozy corner of a bustling Los Angeles café, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the vibrant and insightful Noam Peri. As an indie artist known for her unique blend of '70s rock, pop, and electronic vibes, Noam's music is as enigmatic as her own journey to the heart of the music industry. Q: Noam, you've had quite the journey to Los Angeles. Can you share a bit about where you come from and what brought you to the city of stars? “I moved to Los Angeles two years ago to pursue my dreams and goals. I relocated by myself for a fresh start and enrolled in the Musicians Institute Co ..read more

Nicolaas Walle and Lisa Patscheider, a duo separated by countries but united by music, have just released their collaborative single “The Irony Of Fate.” Despite never having met in person, their unique blend of Alternative, Prog and Psychedelic Rock is creating waves. I sat down with Nicolaas to get the inside scoop on their process, the story behind their music, and what drives them. Q: Where do you come from? What brought you together? “I moved to The Hague from Ireland roughly in October 2023. Lisa lives in Austria.” Q: Tell us about one of your tracks, the process behind it, how it came t ..read more

“Your shadow is the last thing you own after you’ve lost everything else,” IST IST frontman Adam Houghton tells For The Love of Bands, elaborating on the meaning behind the lyrics for their new single Lost My Shadow. “Someone who has nothing left to lose has everything to gain… it makes them fearless. Maybe the position we’ve found ourselves in, where we need to be fearless and take this band far and wide, was on my mind?” he adds thoughtfully, explaining the loftier ambitions that he, Andy Keating, guitarist and keyboardist Mat Peters and drummer Joel Kay have now set for themselves: the band ..read more

Listening to audiobooks can complement your love for music in several ways. It can broaden your artistic perspective, spark new creative connections, and allow you to dive deeper into the music world. It's also a great way to get back into playing an instrument you love; as our “How to Relearn Guitar After Taking A Long Break” post highlights, you may have taken a break from guitar or any other instrument due to other endeavors. But an audiobook can inspire you to pick up your guitar again when listening to a touching memoir or finding an interesting lesson to listen to. Whether you want to ta ..read more

Music is a way of life, and if you are part of any sub-genre that is influenced by sub-genres or rock, then this is more than true. The experiences of a rock music fan are more than just wearing clothes and listening to music that goes against the grain of what society deems as the norm – it is a direct rejection of society’s expectations and an embracement of living authentically and true to themselves. What is alternative music? Alternative music includes multiple genres that fall under the rock category. It includes sub-genres like rock ‘n roll, metal, hard rock, punk rock, and indie rock t ..read more

Speaking to singer, songwriter Julie Title about her brand new single Running, released on the 23rd of February, her passion about the new song, and of the messages it contains within, become very clear, and all too very, very evident: especially when touching on the subject of the environment, and about what she pens, dauntingly, as, “late-stage capitalism”. “Running, is a folk rock track I recorded with Canadian heavy hitters Erik Nielsen (City and Colour) and Aaron Goldstein (City and Colour, Daniel Romano, Kathleen Edwards). Erik can be heard on bass and Aaron is featured on electric guita ..read more

Jewelofdenial is an alternative rock project from singer, songwriter Stephen Singh. Born in Trinidad and raised in South Brooklyn, Stephen was inspired by a huge variety of musical influences and genres, including psychedelia, heavy metal, alternative rock, pop, street rap and classical, and his new single Crystals, released earlier this month, shows every one of those footprints. Crystals is a track reminiscent of other new, emerging acts, such as Square Dance Caller, J Mahon, or Tired Cossack, each woven from the same musical cloth but all travelling separately along the freshly lain path of ..read more

We know your guitar is your baby. So, any travel plans that include carrying your instrument can be stressful. Whether carrying your guitar for a performance or on a solo vacation, you can't be too careful. Here are 4 expert tips to protect guitar parts from hits, drops, and scratches. Keep reading! Invest In A Good Case Considering you are airborne, your guitar will be a lot safer inside a case. The first thing you need to do is check with the airline you're flying with. Different airlines have different policies for carrying musical instruments and are usually compassionate. You can always k ..read more

These days if you plan on having a career as a singer/songwriter you’d better have something special going for you. In a genre shadowed by giants like Bob Dylan, Carole King, Leonard Cohen, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon (the list continues…) it’s difficult to find an original voice. Search “folk” on any streaming service and there’s a wide ocean of mediocrity available to drown in. With a voice that resonates with wisdom South African born (now living in Hawaii) Luke Beling stands out in the crowded room of musicians holding acoustic guitars. His sharp ability as a lyricist nods to his competence ..read more

Ready to get cozy? To set the mood, we just published this Cozy Cabin Vibes: Indie Folk Collection – January 2024! Crawl up under your blankets, get comfy, and let the soothing sounds of acoustic indie folk whisk you away. Perfect for those quiet moments when all you need is a musical hug to warm your soul. Tracklist: WE ARE CHPTRS Allswell Records (Steve Stout) Ben Noble Luke Beling Riley Pearce Isaac Roux The Ateliers Laura Lucas Quiet Takes Official John k wise@ Laura Alden Payson ..read more