Posts tagged singer-songwriter
The Many Lives of Gepe’s Songs: An Interview About Reinvention and Discovery
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaGepe, INVIERNO en la playa, Daniela Spalla, Gepe interview, Chilean music, Latin alternative music, Latin pop, Estilo Libre, Latin American artists, singer-songwriter, music interview, indie pop, Latin folk, song reinterpretation, RIVAL Magazine
Leon Hesby Captures the Magic of a First Meeting With “Rooftop Of Your House”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLeon Hesby, Rooftop Of Your House, contemporary pop, indie pop, pop music, emerging artist, singer-songwriter, new single, French-American artist, Los Angeles, Paris, Eiffel Tower, Harry Styles, Rex Orange County, Dijon, Joji, La Fête de la Musique, new music, pop release, music review
Dan Saulpaugh Opens a New Chapter With “I Waited For You”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaDan Saulpaugh, I Waited For You, Riverman, folk music, indie folk, singer-songwriter, new music, folk singer, New York musician, contemporary folk, Jeff Buckley, Becca Stevens, Theo Katzman, Before the Fire Is Gone, acoustic music, Americana, jazz influences, contemporary classical music, music news
Laura Sumner’s “Purple Raging Flower” captures the emotional complexity of adult relationships
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLaura Sumner, Purple Raging Flower, New EP, new music, Marc Swersky, singer-songwriter, Americana, folk music, Laurel Canyon, Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Linda Ronstadt, Eagles, adult love, heartbreak songs, midlife, singlehood, emotional songwriting, indie folk, 2026
Maya J’an Builds a World of Waiting, Wanting, and Wondering on “blindfaith county”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaMaya J’an, blindfaith county, debut EP, alt-pop, alternative pop, singer-songwriter, Warner Records, Soulpower, cul-de-sac, depends, female artist, indie pop, Americana pop, emotional pop, EP release
Pi Jacobs Blends Americana With Resistance in “Nogales”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaPi Jacobs, Nogales, Americana, Americana music, folk, country, blues, soul, singer-songwriter, ICE raids, protest music, new music, San Francisco, Haight-Ashbury, AmericanaFest, SXSW, Bristol Rhythm and Roots Festival
A Million Reasons to Feel: Lauren Vahdani Breaks Hearts Beautifully
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLauren Vahdini, A Million Little Heartbreaks, indie music, alternative rock, singer-songwriter, new album review, emotional music, heartbreak songs, female artists, acoustic ballads, indie pop, Alanis Morissette influence, new music 2026, album review, rising artists
JeLa Turns Wounds Into Music in Her Intimate New Single “Oh, Honestly”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaJeLa, Oh Honestly, indie pop, new single, self-sabotage, healing, emotional storytelling, singer-songwriter, music release, women in music, empowerment, personal growth, acoustic pop, emerging artist
Leo Sawikin Charts New Territory with His New Single “Where I’m Running”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLeo Sawikin, Where I'm Running, The Edge of Everything EP, Phil Ek, The Shins producer, Fleet Foxes producer, indie rock, singer-songwriter, New York music, Till You're Somebody Else, Jumping From So High, new music 2025, Coldplay, Muse, Maroon 5, Max Yassky, alternative music
Don’t Feed “The Vulture”: A Story of Vulnerability and Strength in Kiara NGL’s New Single
Escarlina MendozaKiara, The Vulture, new single, indie artist, independent music, female artist, alternative pop, Lana Del Rey vibes, emotional song, heartbreak, betrayal, empowerment, new music 2025, upcoming album, indie pop, singer-songwriter
Interview: Alexander White Explores Simplicity and Stillness in “Sweet Apples”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaAlexander White, Sweet Apples, folk music, new single, Alexander White interview, Arabella, Australian songwriter, countryside music, acoustic ballad, indie folk, singer-songwriter, music inspiration, rural life, orchard inspiration, gentle storytelling
Andy Tongren’s “So Good” Is a Burst of Positivity You Need Now
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaAndy Tongren, So Good, debut single, uplifting music, feel-good song, acoustic pop, positive energy, Brooklyn singer, solo artist, music video, emotional lyrics, indie pop, Young Rising Sons, new music release, NYC music scene, inspiring music, acoustic vibes, singer-songwriter, joyful music, upbeat anthem
Inside the Chaotic World of Ksenia Lewis’ “Psychosomatica”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaKsenia Lewis, Psychosomatica, music, review, new, single, theatrical, rock, alternative, mental health, dark humor, indie, singer-songwriter, journalism, song, analysis, release, UK, artist, spotlight, emotional, punk, April, 2025, theatre.
Feeling Lost? Levi Robin’s “Healing Is Coming” Is the Compass You Need
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLevi Robin, Healing Is Coming, folk music, Americana, singer-songwriter, acoustic music, indie folk, soulful melodies, emotional storytelling, resilience, healing through music, introspective lyrics, new folk music, indie artist, acoustic guitar, heartfelt songwriting, spiritual music
Diana McGrane Voices What We’re All “wondering”
New Music, Rival OnlineEscarlina MendozaPop, rock, wondering, Diane McGrane, wholesome, EP, music video, female, singer-songwriter
Escape Into the Bittersweet Sounds of Sarah Banker’s “FRIENDS”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaSarah Banker, FRIENDS single, Into The Heart EP, indie music, singer-songwriter, heartfelt lyrics, emotional storytelling, soothing vocals, new music release, indie pop, acoustic melodies, music video, soulful music, emerging artist, Colorado musician, heartfelt songwriting, nostalgic melodies, self-discovery music, indie folk, female artist
Valentina Moretti Celebrates Self-Transformation In "tú y yo"
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaValentina Moretti, electronic music, singer-songwriter, composer, avant-garde, independent artist, 80s electronic, futuristic, self-discovery, human connection, tú y yo, female musician
Get Lost in the Ethereal Soundscape of Roy Blair's “Chasing Moving Trains”
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaRoy Blair, Chasing Moving Trains, debut album, indie music, electronic music, pop music, experimental music, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Warner Records
Lauren Vahdani's "Anxious Love" Is A Fantastic Exploration of Modern Romance
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaLauren Vahdani, singer-songwriter, Anxious Love, new single, pop-rock, music, music video, indie music, alternative music, relatable lyrics, catchy melody, 90s influence, female artist
Taylor Jules' New Single “Waterfall” Is A Cascading Anthem
Rival Online, New MusicEscarlina MendozaTaylor Jules, Waterfall, new single, music, singer-songwriter, soul, pop, emotional, resilience, perseverance, personal renewal
