Morgantown has released “The Door,” a dreamy and melancholic song reminiscent of 90’s band The Sundays. It’s perfect for a rainy day or for staring at a starry sky on a clear night.
The song could find a spot on Spotify’s Dreamy & Distorted Dreamy Indie, Dream Pop, Dreamy Vibes, and Dreamy Acoustics.
The song was produced by Dan Kalisher, a multi-instrumentalist who has worked with Noah Cyrus and Grace Potter. He also played pedal steel, bass, and percussion on the track. Morgantown is a duo based in Los Angeles, comprising Kendra Celise and Paige Shannon. Celise, who is from Covina, CA, has a background in performing arts. After years of honing her skills in Nashville and LA, her song “Worry Bout You” went viral on TikTok in 2022, garnering over 1.5 million views. Shannon, is from San Fernando Valley and has self-released several EPs. She won the Best Original Song award at the Queen Palm Film Festival for her composition “The Way the World Works,” which was featured in the independent film “Relish.”
Morgantown describes “The Door” as their pre-breakup song, delving into the complexities of love and the haunting realization that most relationships don’t work out, despite how much you sincerely want them to .The duo is working on their debut EP and playing shows in the Los Angeles area.
Movie Night has released the radio-ready song “Something” featuring Tish Hyman. It’s a cross between Third Eye Blind and Charlie Puth, something they would create.
It would perfectly fit Spotify’s Indie Pop, Indie Pop & Chill, Happy Chill Good Time Indie, Bedroom Pop, and Indie Pop Rocks playlists.
“This song is about getting over it and getting on with it. 0:46 is where things get real, then 1:14 is where our feature (Tish Hyman) enters with pure soul. This one’s for anyone who feels stuck.”
Mike Squillante on guitar and vocals, Nick Squillante on keys, and Steve Ranellone on drums make up the NYC pop/rock trio. After rebranding and creating all new songs, they have gained a reputation as a solid band. Their repertoire includes co-writes and productions with Grammy-nominated multi-platinum producer William Wiik Larsen, who has produced hits like Nico and Vinz’s “Am I Wrong,” Kygo’s “Stay,” and Florida Georgia Line’s “H.O.L.Y.” They’ve sold out various NYC concert venues, including Rockwood Music Hall and Gramercy Theatre. While performing on stage, the brothers spend their time producing and mixing records for independent artists and major label acts such as Hozier, Akon, and The Night Game. Recently, the band has gained a considerable following on TikTok, with over 125K followers and has been touring colleges all over the United States, sharing bills with American Authors, Offset, and Tai Verdes. The band will be releasing new singles in the upcoming months.
Sunset Station’s new song City Lights takes listeners on a sonic journey, evoking memories of The Church’s “Under the Milky Way”. The song is a perfect fit for Spotify’s Dreamy & Distorted, Indie Rock Chillout, Chill Vibes, and Dreamy Indie playlists. Hailing from Salt Lake City, Sunset Station blends dream pop, indie rock, and emo into a captivating sound. Frontman Jéan Castro explains that “City Lights” is the most Sunset Station song to date, as it combines elements from their previous tracks into one cohesive piece. Castro and the band’s drummer, Rylie Day, recorded and mixed “City Lights”.
Swedish sibling duo, Sixten, has recently released a delightful indie track titled “Ocean In Me“. The song has a soft and dreamy feel to it, taking inspiration from the indie boom of the late ’80s and early ’90s. It captures the essence of the alternative music scene of the early ’90s and features a distinct and ethereal voice that can’t be ignored.
The track has the potential to be included in popular Spotify playlists such as Indie Acoustic, Lost in Folk, Indie Rock, Road Trip, Indie Mixtape, and Alternative 10s.
Since releasing their debut EP, ‘Chance of Rain,’ in 2016, the duo has gone on to release a series of gold-certified singles, which have led to performances both within and outside Scandinavia. However, they are now looking forward to the future and the next chapter in their artistic journey, with a new EP on the horizon. The single ‘Misemotional’ will be the first stop on this new road.
Check out Benison’s track “Running From It” for a Post Malone meets The Kid Laroi vibe.
‘Running From It’ is a story about Benison, who is struggling to move on from an old love. He feels empty without them and longs for things to be the way they used to be.
The track could easily secure a spot on Spotify’s top playlists such as Chill Rap Vibes, RapCaviar, Feelin’ Good, and Vibes Right.
Benison is a 17-year-old Melanesian artist hailing from Southern Western Australia. He gained recognition with his debut single “Losing Sleep,” which showcases his raw emotion and introspection in the smooth indie-pop genre. Benison cites Dominic Fike, Post Malone, and Frank Ocean as his influences. His track received acclaim from Triple J and earned the title of “Best Breakout Tune” in Triple J’s 2023 yearbook. Additionally, it was featured on various Spotify editorials, including ‘New Music Friday AU & NZ’ and ‘Pop n’ Fresh,’ as well as Apple Music’s ‘The Sound,’ ‘Antidote,’ and ‘Glow.’ Benison’s melancholic lyrics and musical style have garnered him a significant following. He just finished his debut performance at the ‘Leavers’ festival in Dunsborough, Western Australia on November 20th.