Small Reactions Take a Seat with American Songwriter; Share Favorite Studio Gear

Rolling strong off the release of new single “Police State”, Atlanta nerve pop quartet Small Reactions continue to gain recognition for their latest work.

The band’s guitarist and frontman Scotty Hoffman recently sat down with Robert Dye of American Songwriter to discuss his favorite studio gear. Read all about it here, and find out how Small Reactions create their signature indie rock sounds.

In case you missed it last month, Glide Magazine premiered the outfit’s music video for “Police State” (directed, filmed and edited by Bill Guzik), which was followed by a Daily Discovery featured on American Songwriter. Watch it below — taken from Small Reactions’ forthcoming album, New Age Soul, out in 2021 via Sofaburn Records.

Watch The Pinkerton Raid’s Simmering New Video; Now Premiering via BTRtoday

It seems like ages ago, but it was just March when North Carolina dreamer folk / campfire pop trio The Pinkerton Raid released their single “Dream the Sun” — a cut from the group’s 2021 album The Highway Moves the World.

The Durham-based band followed that up with “Rebel Mama Blues” in October, and now they’ve come full circle with a music video for “Dream the Sun”. A simmering indie folk blaze that glows in the light of Sufjan Stevens, Darlingside, and Iron & Wine, it’s currently premiering worldwide via BTRtoday.

Watch it below now, and follow The Pinkerton Raid on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, and Twitter to keep up with the upcoming LP and more news.

Charlie DeCarlo Debuts Globetrotting New Video on Americana Highways

Rising singer-songwriter Charlie DeCarlo has been gearing up for the release of his solo debut record Paper Birds, and it’s nearly time for it to see the light on December 24th.

Today, DeCarlo is sharing the music video for his latest single “Walkway” — premiering now at Americana Highways, and streaming below. A sunny folk pop daydream that shines bright like Dawes, Caamp, and Mt. Joy — it’s the final flight from the upcoming LP.

"‘Walkway’ is inspired by small towns, friendship, and adventure — so we tried to capture the same vibe with the video" says DeCarlo. “It's a collage of moments from a trip I took in Portugal that's filled with mountains, waterfalls, and wonderful memories."

In case you missed it, the album’s previous singles debuted courtesy of Far Out Magazine, The Spill Magazine, and The AU Review.

Stream Brother Oliver’s Bold New Record; Premiering at The Vinyl District

Psychedelic folk rockers Brother Oliver officially return on December 4th with the release of their new Command Shift EP.

Quit scrolling and get a sneak peek right now, debuting worldwide at The Vinyl District — where frontman Andrew Oliver sat down to discuss his personal journey in music and dive deeper into the songs.

Out on the South Carolina quartet’s in-house label, Forthright Records, the EP is riddled with their question-asking approach to lyricism and touches on issues both past and present — like the death of entertainment, social media discourse, and simply finding a way to get through it all.

The instrumentation has classic flashes of the band — electric mandolin power solos and catchy choruses — but also doesn’t lack musical depth and grit. What’s new is the synth work found on every track. The electronic elements play into the overall aesthetic of the release, tied together by its somewhat-cryptic artwork that is simply an image of a keyboard.

In case you missed it earlier this week, revisit the single premiere for “Who Shot The Music?” featured in Elmore Magazine.

Small Reactions Sign to Sofaburn Records, Share New Single "Police State"

Nerve pop quartet Small Reactions have hit plenty of milestones over the past decade, supporting Portugal. The Man, Mac Demarco, DIIV, and Titus Andronicus — on top of receiving praise from Huffington Post, Paste, and Red Bull.

Today, the Atlanta-based outfit has announced they’ve signed with Sofaburn Records for the release of the band’s 2021 album New Age Soul.

Now premiering at Glide Magazine, watch the music video for lead single “Police State” — an indie rock coup d'etat with a punch of jangle pop that salutes The Strokes, Deerhunter, and Tokyo Police Club.

New Age Soul takes Small Reactions into uncharted waters, bringing out their finest moments yet. While the band’s initial M.O. was to subvert indie pop through a state of blissful repetition, they now paint with a more vibrant palette.

For the first time, Small Reactions’ songs breathe, they ride for a second longer, unencumbered as they move towards the light. Through a newfound clarity, the band’s instrumental interplay has been pushed to the top with brighter hues, thicker textures, and modern shapes. It’s easier to tell when lines dive behind corners and return to an altered state. The surprise left turns are still there — now all you have to do is keep up.

Future Chord Founder, Creative Director Sits Down with The Greenville Journal

Jeremy Theall, the founder and creative director of Future Chord, was recently interviewed by Vincent Harris of The Greenville Journal to discuss the firm’s latest achievements.

Starting as a music blog in 2014 while a student and radio DJ at Clemson University, Theall grew Future Chord into a full-fledged agency that now provides publicity, booking, and artist development strategies for indie bands and musicians across the globe.

Read the full interview here — and don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you need help with your next project.

Hear Art Contest's New LP, 'Fit Pitcher'; Premiering at Brightest Young Things

Atlanta-based math rockers Art Contest are set to release their first new album tomorrow in over three years — but you can get an early listen now thanks to Brightest Young Things.

An earthquaking, indie pop frenzy with seismic waves of mischief and charisma, the record’s singles previously premiered via New Noise Magazine and BTRtoday.

After the band’s 2017 sophomore LP Two Songs gained attention from Stereogum, GoldFlakePaint and BalconyTV, founding Art Contest member Garrett Burke departed to become the drummer of rising intrastate outfit Mothers — leaving frontman Cole Monroe at a crossroads.

Rather than staying put, he decided to graduate from the college scene of Athens and head for the brighter lights of Atlanta. Monroe continued making changes by growing the lineup that was once a duo into a full-fledged four-piece for the band’s third album Fit Pitcher — out this Friday via Sludge Country.

Listen to Fox Grin's Latest Single; Debuting Today via American Songwriter

Nashville indie outfit Fox Grin are roaring back from hibernation with “If I Was On Your Mind” — the group’s first new music of 2020.

Now premiering at American Songwriter, it’s a sparkling dream pop gem with a dash of psychedelia that recalls Grizzly Bear, The Shins, and Tame Impala.

The last time we heard from Fox Grin was on their heralded 2019 album Dusk, which received praise from Audiotree, Substream Magazine, The Big Takeover, and many others. Give “If I Was On Your Mind” a spin below — and stay tuned for more from the band in the coming months ahead.

Art Contest Gets Trippy in New Music Videos, Now Premiering with BTRtoday

Atlanta-via-Athens math rockers Art Contest are teasing their upcoming album Fit Pitcher — and today they’ve shared its next singles “Brain Option” and “Underwater & Hopeful”.

A thrilling high-speed chase of indie pop with a psychedelic crash akin to Battles, Devo, and Animal Collective, the music videos are now premiering courtesy of BTRtoday.

After their 2017 sophomore LP Two Songs gained attention from Stereogum, GoldFlakePaint and BalconyTV, founding member Garrett Burke departed to become the drummer of rising intrastate outfit Mothers — leaving Art Contest frontman Cole Monroe at a crossroads.

Rather than staying put, he decided to graduate from the college scene of Athens and head for the brighter lights of Atlanta. Monroe continued making changes by growing the lineup that was once a duo into a full-fledged four-piece for the band’s third album Fit Pitcher — out November 6th via Sludge Country.

Stream the Worldwide Debut of Charlie DeCarlo’s New Single on The AU Review

New York singer-songwriter Charlie DeCarlo has prepped his upcoming debut album Paper Birds for the past few months — and today he’s shared the record’s latest single “Walkway”.

Premiering now via The AU Review, it’s a sunny folk-pop daydream that shines bright and draws comparisons to Dawes, Caamp, and Mt. Joy.

Officially arriving this December, Paper Birds glows with an undeniable sense of wonder and scenic exploration. “Walkway” is the album’s third taste and follows previously released singles “Hold Your Ground” and “The Chase” — which debuted over at Far Out Magazine and Spill Magazine earlier this summer.

Art Contest Returns With Sparkling Single, Debuting at New Noise Magazine

Before announcing their return earlier in the week — with an updated lineup and a fresh home base — it’d been nearly three years since we last heard from Art Contest. Today, the Georgia-based math rockers are back with “A Large, White Vase”.

Now premiering at New Noise Magazine, stream the lead single and opening track from the quartet’s upcoming album Fit Pitcher. An explosive avant pop storm with a psychedelic surge à la Devo, Miike Snow, and Yellow Magic Orchestra, “A Large, White Vase” lays down a fresh coat of paint and a sharp sense of urgency for the band.

After their 2017 sophomore LP Two Songs gained attention from Stereogum, GoldFlakePaint and BalconyTV, founding member Garrett Burke departed to become the drummer of rising intrastate outfit Mothers — leaving Art Contest frontman Cole Monroe at a crossroads.

Rather than staying put, he decided to graduate from the college scene of Athens and head for the brighter lights of Atlanta. Monroe continued making changes by growing the lineup that was once a duo into a full-fledged four-piece for the band’s third album Fit Pitcher — out November 6th via Sludge Country.

Dylan Gilbert Delivers "Good News" Music Video, Premiering at The AU Review

Change the channel and take in a message of hope from North Carolina wizard Dylan Gilbert and his latest single “Good News” — a flickering dream pop gem with a flash of psychedelia that recalls Beach House and Youth Lagoon.

Produced and starring Charlotte-based choreographer Sarah Ingel, catch the world premiere of the music video now debuting over at The AU Review.

Gilbert’s upcoming solo album, I’ll Be The Lakebed, officially arrives next Friday, October 2nd — which you can pre-order here. In case you missed it, the record's previous singles have been praised by Variance Magazine, God Is In The TV, BTRtoday, and more.

Art Contest Announce New Album 'Fit Pitcher', Added to Future Chord's Roster

Georgia-based math rockers Art Contest have laid down a fresh coat of paint and a sharp sense of urgency on Fit Pitcher — the band’s first new record in nearly three years.

After their 2017 sophomore LP Two Songs gained attention from Stereogum, GoldFlakePaint and BalconyTV, founding member Garrett Burke departed to become the drummer of rising intrastate outfit Mothers — leaving Art Contest frontman Cole Monroe at a crossroads.

Rather than staying put, he decided to graduate from the college scene of Athens and head for the brighter lights of Atlanta. Monroe continued making changes by growing the lineup that was once a duo into a full-fledged four-piece for the band’s third album Fit Pitcher — an explosive avant pop storm with a psychedelic surge à la Devo, Miike Snow, and Yellow Magic Orchestra.

Kicking off a new era for Art Contest, Fit Pitcher officially arrives on November 6th via Sludge Country. Check out the album artwork below, and stay tuned for more info in the coming days ahead.

Dylan Gilbert Dives Deep with New Single + Music Video, Debuting Now on BTRtoday

Make a splash with North Carolina sorcerer Dylan Gilbert and “Epochs”, his new single + music video premiering over on BTRtoday.

A supersoaked indie pop plunge with an experimental wave that recalls Animal Collective, James Blake, and Perfume Genius, it’s the latest from Gilbert’s upcoming solo album, I'll Be The Lakebed — officially set for release on October 2nd.

Watch the video below — and in case you missed it, revisit the album’s previous singles praised by Variance Magazine, God Is In The TV, Vents Magazine, and several others.

Goldrain Shares Dazzling New Single "Atlantis", Now Premiering via The AU Review

Get your feet wet with London future soul outfit Goldrain and their new single “Atlantis”, debuting worldwide today via The AU Review.

Hear it now — a stunning dream pop wonderland glowing under warm lights of jazz and funk. The UK-based trio, featuring Barbara Dudek, Harrison Moore and Owen Smalley, travelled to Berlin last year to record their forthcoming debut EP Mysteries, out later this year.

In case you missed it, the band released lead single “Dragonfly” last month, which you can listen to here.

London-based Trio Goldrain Joins Forces with Future Chord, Prepares for Debut EP

Today, we’re excited to announce the latest addition to the Future Chord roster — UK outfit Goldrain.

Storming onto the scene in 2019 behind the talents of Barbara Dudek (vocals and keys), Harrison Moore (drums) and Owen Smalley (guitar), the trio creates stunning dream pop wonderlands — with roots watered by jazz harmonies that fit perfectly alongside Hiatus Kaiyote, Crumb, and the late Amy Winehouse.

The band travelled to Impression Studios in Berlin last fall to record their debut EP Mysteries, set for release in late 2020. Built and run by Moore’s older brother Robbie, the studio has worked with famed acts from Florence and the Machine to Babyshambles and Eric Mingus.

Check out a preview of their upcoming single “Atlantis” below — which premieres worldwide tomorrow. And be sure to follow Goldrain on Facebook, Instagram, and Spotify to stay in the loop.

Sara Rachele Releases "Sex & Candy" Cover, Debuting Now at New Noise Magazine

Atlanta-via-Brooklyn songstress Sara Rachele is back with a unique rendition of “Sex & Candy” — a smokey indie rock affair that roars up and flips the late 90s hit on its head.

Hear it now over at New Noise Magazine, and stay tuned for a vinyl release later this fall via Rachele’s own Angrygal Records (which includes a yet-to-be-announced B-side track).

In case you missed it, her 2019 release “Scorpio Moon" featured members of soul record makers the Dap-Kings. She's also supported the likes of rockers and folkies in Shawn Mullins, Shawn Colvin, Lisa Loeb, and Butch Walker.

Don’t forget to visit Sara’s official website, and be sure to follow her on Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Charlie DeCarlo Reveals New Single "The Chase", Now Premiering on Spill Magazine

Hold on tight with Empire State singer-songwriter Charlie DeCarlo and his new single “The Chase” — a storming folk-pop forecast reminiscent of Neutral Milk Hotel, The Decemberists, and Blind Pilot.

Debuting today with Spill Magazine, it’s the second breath taken from Paper Birds — the Buffalo-based musician's highflying debut album. Set to release this winter, the record shines with an undeniable sense of wonder and scenic exploration.

"I wrote ‘The Chase’ about a person who's lost in a world of uncertainty. The character reflects on the choices he made throughout his life and begins asking the existential question, "Is it all a give, or is it all a take?" This song is a piece to an overall story about two people falling in love in a changing world, and 'The Chase' is the point in which the relationship comes to an end."

Visit Charlie’s official website, and be sure to follow him on Spotify, Facebook, and Instagram.

Watch Charlie DeCarlo's New Music Video, Debuting Today via Far Out Magazine

Just in time for the summer sun, singer-songwriter Charlie DeCarlo is stepping out with a music video for “Hold Your Ground” — a radiant folk pop paradise that recalls Andrew Bird, Blitzen Trapper, and Sufjan Stevens.

Debuting today in Far Out Magazine, it’s the lead single from Paper Birds — the Buffalo-based musician's highflying debut album. Set to release this fall, the record shines with an undeniable sense of wonder and scenic exploration.

“I wrote ‘Hold Your Ground’ about a person who is cautiously optimistic about a new romantic relationship”, says DeCarlo. “I was really happy with how the music video for this song turned out. To me the concept of the paper bag represents someone who is afraid and maybe even ashamed to express their thoughts and emotions.”

Visit Charlie’s official website, and be sure to follow him on Spotify, Facebook, and Instagram.