The last time I saw Laura Veirs she was opening up for Colin Meloy of The Decemberists.

She did a duet with Mr. Meloy on The Crane Wife, The Decemberists newest release, before getting some serious attention as a solo artist.

Check out “Galaxies” and then head over to lauraveirs.com to hear more from her!

Check out Aesop Rock’s video for the title track off his latest album None Shall Pass. Get the album here!

Check out “Take Me to the Riot” by the Canadian indie band Stars. Their most recent album In Our Bedroom After the War can be purchased here.

I’ve been seriously girl-crushing on Canadian singing duo Tegan and Sara ever since listening to “I Won’t Be Left” on repeat after a bad breakup. Ever since then, these girls have been the soundtrack to my love life, and their fifth album, The Con is the perfect addition.

The Quin twins, who established themselves as key players on the indie scene with their last album, So Jealous, are all grown up on this record.

The musicians blossom musically and lyrically on this record, their best so far in my opinion. The sisters’ distinctive harmonies are better and smoother than ever, letting you sink into their words.

Their lyrics are on-point as always, introspective and poetic in a way that feels like they’ve been reading your diary.

Give a listen to “Back in Your Head,” a relatable, simple song that, fittingly, will be stuck in your head, and “Are You Ten Years Ago,” which boasts a quirky beat with a techno quality that’ll surprise you if you’re a true blue Tegan and Sara fan. Read More »