Indie Pop Archives

King Complex – “Hiding From”

Moving on from the 60’s style Psych-Pop of their last few singles, in their newest single “Hiding From” the mysterious duo King Complex leans into a dreamy 80’s inspired synth driven sound a-la Tame Impala and Empire Of The Sun. In their own words: I think it speaks to both our personalities heavily, in terms of wanting to withdraw from the world in some ways, while also being heavily emotionally tied to others. This masked Florida duo gained significant success from their single, “Dark Disco” which garnered over a million streams on Spotify. Always changing up their sound but exploring retro vibes from the past, this band’s ambiguous style continues to evolve. Although you might have no idea what they look like, you’ll never forget their sound!

No Suits – “Tall Man”

Known for their effortless swag, the latest single by L.A. trio No Suits takes on a different feel with a laid back house beat. Drawing inspiration from artists like Jamiroquai & Toro Y Moi, “Tall Man” features punchy horns, an immaculately funky drum beat and frontman Max Carstens-Pierro’s signature laid back flow. Since forming in 2016, No Suits have steadily developed their diverse sound through experimentation and collaboration with fellow up-and-comers Kota the Friend, DLG., Abhi The Nomad and Danny Dwyer. Striking a delicate balance between unadulterated confidence and cheeky self-depreciation, the band often adopts a sexy swagger while never taking themselves too seriously. No Suits is also a big favorite in the sync community with placements on Grand Crew, 4400, FBoy Island and spots with major brands like Mini Cooper and Gold Bond. Check out the video for “Tall Man”:

Blayne B. – “Carousel”

Self-described “independent electro bedroom pop rapping rockstar” Blayne B. is making waves blending together pop and hip hop with a punk/emo sensibility. His new single “Carousel” is a quintessential young adult relationship song full of heartache and disappointment. Produced and co-written by Nashville producer Austin Bianco, this song cuts straight into the heart. Blayne B. makes music exploring his identity and intimacies with the world and the things inside of it. He makes songs for those who can’t express their feelings correctly. Growing up with anxiety he felt he could never express his emotions without being limited by his own brain, so making music allowed him to express his emotions and be vulnerable. His unique sound is inspired by influences like Daniel Johnston and Elton John as well as more contemporary artists like Post Malone and Tyler The Creator. Blayne’s music has been placed on ESPN and most recently the hit CW series “All American”, the first […]

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DLG. – “Crystallized”

DLG.’s new single “Crystallized” just dropped and we have it on permanent repeat! Blending his deadpan soulful vocals with production style a la Toro y Moi and KAYTRANADA, DLG. achieves an infectious groove that’s sure to get you boppin’ your head. Uncharacteristically upbeat and dancey, “Crystallized” is a bit of a departure from the laid back Alt R&B soundscapes that have defined his signature sound. Under the moniker DLG., David de la Garza is true one man operation as he writes, records and engineers his own music. A gifted designer, he also creates his own beautifully vivid cover art. His 2020 single “Inside of My Eyelids” has over 14 millions streams to date and his songs have been featured on various Spotify playlists: Chill Tracks, Alt R&B, Viral Hits Mexico, and Viral 50 playlists in 11 Latin American countries. He’s become a quick favorite with supervisors as well, with recent placements on the new reboots […]

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Navah Sea – “Navah Sea”

The eponymous album ‘Navah Sea’ by British producer/songwriter Phil Simmonds discusses themes of love and the evolution of relationships, self-reflection and personal growth. The album is pleasantly eclectic with a bit of a chamber pop throwback vibe a la Sgt. Pepper’s and Pet Sounds. Phil’s soulful, melancholic vocals create a dreamy vibe throughout the album. This vocal aesthetic is most potently expressed in the song “Maybe You Could Change the World”, a beautifully poignant ballad about a father’s mixed feelings of hope and concern at the birth of his child. The moniker, Navah Sea was originally created by Phil Simmonds to highlight his skills as a singer and artist after being widely known for his production and songwriting. As a producer/songwriter, he worked on Eryn Allen Kane’s critically acclaimed “A Tree Planted By Water”, and with artists like Kareem Lomax, Masego, Snoh Allegra, Nao and Lucky Daye. Starting off as a touring musician in his teenage years, Simmonds later transitioned into a musical director for Jessie J, Conrad […]

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King Complex – “If There’s Beauty”

The mysterious Florida duo known as King Complex have built a reputation for their masked stage performances (not for hygienic reasons) and their ability to effortlessly morph into a completely different band from song to song. In recent years their sound has evolved into what is now a very lush and somewhat psychedelic sound, with a bit of a Pet Sounds on mushrooms feel to it. Their new single “If There’s Beauty” perfectly alludes to the vibe of the record, filled with angelic vocals, retro reverb and lush strings. Coming off the success of their (very different) record “Dark Disco”, which racked up over a million streams on Spotify, the duo decided to pivot in a different direction to showcase their songwriting and production chops. In the efforts to explore the acoustic side of music, the duo cranked out the keys and vocals for this track in just thirty minutes before committing to a final […]

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Beth Crowley – “I Didn’t Ask For This”

Based on the fantasy novel A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Mass, which follows two characters and their complicated relationship as they battle monsters and find love amongst deception, singer-songwriter Beth Crowley’s new single “I Didn’t Ask For This” is absolutely enchanting. The dark and melancholy tone of the track is simultaneously heartbreaking and triumphant, a signature style for Crowley: I’m sinking downIf you only knew how hard it isFor me to climb outI’m kicking and screamingBut no one can hear meSo what happens nowThe shadows are creeping inI didn’t ask forI didn’t ask for this The prodigious Nashville-based artist is known for her eclectic indie-pop songwriting, most of which is dark, ethereal and cinematic. With over 159k followers and 30 million views on her YouTube channel and 378k monthly listeners on Spotify, she’s solidified a loyal fanbase through her unique songwriting approach. Crowley’s music is primarily inspired by young adult serial fantasy novels like Dark Artifices, Divergent, The Lunar […]

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Alejandro y Maria Laura – “Lagrimón”

When you make music with your life partner, it gives you the freedom to expose your most vulnerable side. Having done so for more than a decade, Alejandro y Maria Laura have developed a unique sonic language. In their new single “Lagrimón” (or “big tear”, in English), Maria Laura takes the concept of a big tear and weaves it into a metaphor for the deep sadness and longing she feels for her mother. As her emotions build, her lagrimón fills the clouds and grows into a storm. Translated into English: The sky is closingThe big tear is pouring downEvery time I want toWrite a song about youThe sky is closingThe big tear is pouring downLet it fall, let it rainLet the heart heal itself Originally from Lima, Perú but now living in Mexico City, this singer-songwriter/producer duo incorporates Latin American folklore and elements of classic film score into their signature sound. Their intimate and […]

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Cecilia Gault – “Kawasaki”

Cecilia Gault’s new single “Kawasaki” is fierce and sexy, and comes paired with a scorching hot music video that dropped just last week. Typically featured on progressive house anthems such as Audien’s “Higher” and “Love Me Like You Used To” by Kaskade, this time around Cecilia lays back in the cut and delivers a sultry vocal performance over a more ethereal Pop track. “With both English & Japanese verses, Kawasaki’s sound is a culmination of who I am as an artist: a Japanese/American sexy, sultry, powerful woman who is ready to take charge.” — Cecilia Gault Born and raised in New York to Japanese and Irish parents, 21 year old Cecilia Gault’s diverse cultural traditions informed her musical tastes as well as her own artistic output. Growing up in Lower Manhattan, Cecilia has an innate sense of creative abandon and passionate strive for success, priding herself on her differences and […]

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Anna Yvette – “Pick Up”

There are literally billions songs out there about romantic love, but for some reason very few artists write about friendship. Songs about platonic love is a common request in briefs and we always struggle to find them. Which is why we’re psyched to have the best friendship song ever, “Pick Up” by retrowave goddess Anna Yvette. The opening verse says it all: Who do you call when you’re all aloneand you need to get outta your head?F-r-i-e-n-d your friendWho lifts you up when you’re feeling down?And can help you to turn it all around?F-r-i-e-n-d your friend “Pick Up” is the second single off of Anna Yvette’s much anticipated album “Deja Vu”, which will be released with an accompanying graphic novel by the same name. Anna’s music has been featured in several popular video games like Rocket League, Forza Horizon 4, and Need4Speed, and her catalog has racked up an impressive […]

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