Author Archives: Melissa Connor

“Fireworks” — yOya

July 18th, 2011 | by Melissa Connor

Anyone looking for a solid gateway drug of a single to help them start dabbling into the "folktronic" movement need not look any further. LA natives yOya have just the song for you, mixing folk, pop and electronica


“Safe In LA” — Gold Motel

July 5th, 2011 | by Melissa Connor

"Safe in LA" is a sugary sweet and addictive retro flashback. With a noticeable Beach Boys influence, catchy hook and sweet melody, it will surely become the number one track on any summer playlist


“Round the Moon” — Summer Camp

June 8th, 2011 | by Melissa Connor

Summer Camp's nostalgic tune is a pop gem that will inspire a romantic adolescent flashback in just about anyone — complete with a high school gym, tacky decorations and your gawky, 17-year-old flame, of course


“You Are A Tourist” — Death Cab For Cutie

May 16th, 2011 | by Melissa Connor

“You Are A Tourist” is the first single off the band’s latest record. The song is upbeat and catchy — much different than most of the tracks off their 2008 album, Narrowing Stairs. What’s more, the music video was shot live in a single take. Check it out



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