Middle Music

Their evocative lyrics guide you through their songs as a journey, with nonlinear structures. Tempos and mood vary from song to song, and within songs. Gilt Drip

http://www.middlemusic.org/uncategorized/gilt-drip-earthly-concepts/

There is a quiet peacefulness that runs through this musical representation of Katie. The sounds are hushed, the lyrics introspective, sometimes direct, sometimes vague.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/katie-bejsiuk-the-woman-on-the-moon/

free cake for every creature

Abort the court for the fourth.
In just three words, The Counter Elites sum up how many of us are feeling, "Abort the Court."
Check out the new song from THE COUNTER ELITES

This new Baby Jesus Paper Boy e.p. continues to be a unique blend of guitars, saxophone, and eccentricities. Let It Happen On Purpose starts with bird chirps and a breezy groove, but their is a slight subversiveness underneath the ease of the song.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/baby-jesus-paper-boy-fifer-in-the-aviary/

What a cathartic and wonderful night of punk adjacent tunes with Axons, Deep Fake, and Shannon Candy at Hideout Inn.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/axons-shannon-candy-deep-fake-the-hideout/

Matt has a history in punk and musical theater and glimpses of that history exist in this textured and upbeat song. The verses are a back-and-forth between the high and low end of Matt’s vocal range, which seems to be representative of the overall feel and message of this song. Matt Squared

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/matt-squared-i-think-were-gonna-win-this-time/

When my mind starts to ping between sounds as wide ranging as the Taking Heads or the Laurel Canyon scene at its peak wistful melancholy, I like very much where I end up. Which, here, is a rock solid collection of songs that take you on a journey from the past into the future. Liam Kazar

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/liam-kazar-due-north/

With Friends Like Bees is the debut full band project for Katy Needs A Life, and it’s a dang hit. Each song is a cohesive blend of pop-punk, new wave, and 90’s alt-rock. Songs feel emotional and anxious, while also being fun, rocking, and dancey.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/katy-needs-a-life-with-friends-like-bees/

Wipes has a thick and full sound which makes the trio sound more like a double trio? I think it’s the excellent layering of distorted guitar and distorted bass which create a satisfying wall of sound that I will happily allow to collapse on me.
Wipes
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/wipes-dumpster-b%e2%80%8b-%e2%80%8bw-youre-the-boss/

This album is a lot. There are moments of tender folk nostalgia, there are cheerleader chants, and there is endless ambition in this theatrical album. R3id
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/r3id-a-is-for-ella/

Anachronistic Daydreams is the highlight of this release, and is bursting with ideas, parts build and resolve, then cutaway in unexpected directions. Naive Joy

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/naive-joy-dystopic-present/

"Lyrically the topics range from mundane to absurd, from abstract to tupperware."
Sophia Lucia

http://www.middlemusic.org/uncategorized/sophia-lucia-self-titled/

Dang, these vocal melodies are hot.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/everyday-specials-half-off-heartbreak/

”Being at a brbra show is like remembering all the things you know you forgot to do the last time you died”

http://www.middlemusic.org/features/brbra-bush-just-be-nice-and-make-good-tunes/

My mom even likes Lung...

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/lung-come-clean-right-now/

"The music, like the lyrics, are a pleasant mix of abstract and direct. The recording has a lo-fi warmth reminiscent of Free Cake for Every Creature."
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/hannah-sandoz-to-love-and-loss/

When searching for new music, I’m always looking for songwriters who have a uniquely honest songwriting style, and Claudi is without a doubt one of the most unique songwriters in the indie-rock world right now.
Pinc Louds
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/pinc-louds-la-atomica/

Burr Oak - The musicianship, arrangements, and melodies are so listenable as to be deceptively simple. It seems like it just “should be”.
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/burr-oak-late-bloomer/

Publicity Stunt hailing from Northwest Indiana is putting their own spin on the classic pop punk sound. You dig the Smoking Popes, Face to Face, or Wax? Then Publicity Stunt will be right up your alley.
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/publicity-stunt-live-on-the-super-satan-show/

Need a jam to get the blood pumpin’…but also feel Cpt. Planet was a little too preachy? Belushi Speed Ball has you covered.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/belushi-speed-ball-stella-1-and-stella-2/

Jessica Ever blends the best sounds of the 90’s alternative scene (think Chicago exports like Liz Phair or the Smashing Pumpkins) with a more contemporary sensibility that values direct and specific songwriting.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/jessica-ever-hows-this-for-distance/

"I think every band feeds a little part of my musical needs and keeps things feeling fresh for me. Kind of like eating a balanced diet of punk, psych, and funk."
Click on the link to read more about Dan Jarvis and his involvement with Brbra Bush, Bev Rage and the Drinks, Diagonal, Smashed Plastic Record Pressing, and Midwest Action.

http://www.middlemusic.org/features/a-balanced-diet-of-punk-psych-and-funk-dan-jarvis/

The Figbeats captured a sound in the production of Circle the Drain which harkens back to a specific time in post garage rock, without sacrificing quality. Did I mention I like this album?

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/figbeats-circle-the-drain/

“Human life has no meaning, still we find it in each other day,”
What a lovely lyrical sentiment! Each song on the new Hard Femme album is filled with wonder, existentialism, and q***r identity.

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/hard-femme-a-layer-of-topsoil/

I was already a fan of Emily Jane Powers, and even more so now. The newest release from Emily increases the focus on honest and intense songwriting.
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/emily-jane-powers-isometry/

And it was worth the wait, as these songs shine and deliver fans a “dose” of classic Liz Phair: specific and sincere songwriting on a variety of topics from love to divorce to finding a golden middle of indulgence.
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/liz-phair-soberish/

Coming from Norway... " Beach Bomb has provided the perfect soundtrack to my joyful suspicion of everything. In its purest sense it is surf music, ala Dick Dale or the Challengers..."

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/674/

The tracks move along nicely, with a distinct groove and explosive pop chorus to top it all off. This album is another enjoyable musical shift for the ever eclectic and prolific serengeti

http://www.middlemusic.org/review/serengeti-have-a-summer/

There’s a warmth, there’s a relaxing vibe. The vocals and backing vocals are well constructed, creating a welcoming ambience. Lantern from northwest Indiana.
http://www.middlemusic.org/review/lantern-lantern/

The recordings have a charming minimalistic aesthetic. There’s no pretension, just direct and honest communication via music. Open your ears and hearts, and let Ashlee Alpha Shrimp in. http://www.middlemusic.org/review/ashlee-alpha-shrimp-aqua/