5 Day Forecast: W2V2

Tuesday ∆ GJan - Now You

Who is ready for some pop!? Well here ya go. This song is something to dance to, but instead of that generic Putbull crap we a presented with a pop song set to inspire. Besides her looks, GJan has a voice unlike anyone I've heard. She's Lithuanian so this is going to be good!

Now You provides a listen unlike experience most pop/ dance songs fail to achieve. This is what pop songs should model themselves' after. It actually is a beautiful composition. The song has a up tempo beat to keep you on your feet, yet it has a subtle delivery that spikes at the chorus. GJan makes this song very emotional, it's like shes screaming to whoever it's about and saying , "F&#K YOU!" The emotion of the song is also what sets it apart.

If you like The Naked and Famous or Young Wonder, you would like GJan. Her style is very similar, she incorporates her synths much like they do. She is not new to music either, she has a slew of great songs like Need Your Love and TATTOO which can all be heard on her Soundcloud.



-Cole

5 Day Forecast: W2V1

Monday ∆ The Holidays - All Time High

Melodies make music, they make you cry, feel joy and get goosebumps. This is a song that gives me goosebumps. That's when you know when music is good. This song from Australia's The Holidays is a track that I love. It has that melody you could put into a commercial or a action montage, it works. The vocals perfectly accompany the rest of the instruments, creating a very unique sound and feel.

All Time High has that spunk to it that brings joy to your ears. And here at the radar, we love upbeat songs, especially this one. As a matter of fact, today I played this song on repeat for a good hour and lost track of myself in the melody. This song is sure to put you in an all time high.

Indie Pop is becoming more of a cookie cutter experience, oh the irony. However this track seems to break it and mystify the listener. If you like The Temper Trap you will love these guys. There riffs are very similar and have to same vibe. Specifically I love how the drums and the guitar riff work together in unison, you don't hear that much anymore. I have too much to say about this song, but I won't hold you any longer. Here it is...



-Cole

5 Day Forecast: W1V5

Friday ∆ Eliza and the Bear - It Gets Cold

It's winter, it's cold, you want to get out of the frigid hell that is the northern hemisphere. Well, this London band knows how you feel. It sure does get cold in the winter but the song It Gets Cold will have you warm and toasty despite those chilly wintry vibes. Also, hey, it's friday don't you really need a "pick-me-up" song to start your weekend?

Eliza and the Bear's song has a rhythm, tune, and feeling, of a band that you would hear in a pub in England. But, they mix their English influences with a modern indie pop feel. The beat gallops and keeps a really upbeat atmosphere. The guitars, oh the guitars, I just love the clean melody it plays and the quick little noodles and chords that ring throughout the song. It really makes you well, "turn that frown upside-down" that you've had from all your seasonal depression.

All of the instruments fit splendidly together but, the vocals really push this track along. The singer's english accent actually makes this song feel more *auth, like you really are listening to some english pub band. Their use of reverb on the vocals are minimal but, when he sings "it gets cold" (0:49) the reverb really beefs up the vocals and emphasizes the lyrics. The beginning is great but, when the breakdown hits (2:20), the song gets even more lively and exciting. The hard strumming guitars, the big cymbal crashes, and yes those beautiful horns really get you going and "jamming out". Then all the back-up vocals come in and it's just...just...just...wonderful. It gets your blood pumping and really puts a smile on your face.

If I were to make some comparisons I'd say their Indie-Pop styles are very reminiscent of Shortstraw on their 2013 LP Good Morning, Sunshine. But, their UK sound for some reason remind me of The Real McKenzies or a toned down (in distortion) Dropkick Murphy's.

Massive, kudos to these bros from London. Great track and great way to end the week.


 

-Peace for the week
∆ Sam

*auth = authentic

5 Day Forecast: W1V3

Wednesday ∆ Bad Suns - Cardiac Arrest

Those of you who listen to Alt Nation on Sirius XM radio may have heard this song by Woodland Hills, CA band Bad Suns before. Yes, it was featured on that station recently. Alt Nation is becoming a mainstream source for hip restaurants and teenage kids. However, it still puts forth some good indie music that obviously hasn't reached the charts yet. 

This song has 30,000 plays on soundcloud (at the time I'm writing this) which isn't as much as other songs that Alt Nation has advertised such as Paris by Magic Man (coming in at 370,000 plays). I actually like this song, though the vocals take on that generic new wave of "we have the capability of making it mainstream with our 'indie hits'" vibe. However, they are still very inviting and well, pretty good to say the least. 

The drums move the track along with their "bigger" sound accompanied with the bass grooves and guitar chords intermixed with some clean melodies. The chorus "I try my best (blah blah) cardiac arrest" (though I don't fully know the lyrics, it is really catchy, and I like it). It makes the song memorable. 

Ultimately, if you like bands such as St. Lucia, Atlas Genius, and Bastille, that carry those vibes that can make it in the mainstream then this song is for you. Or if you like songs that have a pretty nice upbeat feel and crisp memorable melodies well, you're in luck because this also may be the song for you.

Sunday Editorial: V1

Thank you for joining us, please pull up a chair, we have some introductions. We are 3 high school students fed up with the generic, cookie cutter crap that the mainstream music industry publishes. The purpose of this blog is to introduce you, the reader and listener, to the great world of indie music. We scan the newest music daily for the best song for you to check out. We take open suggestions, so if you have heard of an upcoming artist you can shoot us a message, hell, they may even make the radar.

Everyday we post a song to the radar for the week. The radar is not only a place for artists to receive recognition, but a place for you to find the newest, greatest music. In addition we post editorials about the latest happenings between us and the community. I might even rant about something if I feel up to it.

Happening this week: We kick off our long campaign for the better of music. We start Monday with the 5 day forecast, Wednesday, Rome's Empire comes to you with a biased slant about the latest in music this week. Saturday, Stalj summarizes the 5 day forecast along with honorable mentions. We conclude the week with the Sunday editorial by your's truly.

I will leave you with...

B Δ S E C Δ M P - Emmanuel

Though it's nothing new, this song is a favorite of all of us, the song consist of stellar vocals and bone chilling ambient synths and vibes.



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