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Our debut EP is here! Stream it everywhere here: https://fanlink.to/sidea

Listen to Cassette Tapes debut EP 'Side A'

September 24, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Electronic, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Yes! The time has finally come.. San Francisco based duo Cassette Tapes has been teasing the release of their EP for months.

The release of their debut EP ‘Side A’ marks an exciting step forward in the duo’s career. Their lo-fi and indie-electronic inspired productions pulled us in from the beginning due to their warm production and passionate-driven lyrical style.. Cassette Tapes are as genuine and honest with their music as one might rarely find and that, will always be the reason why we love their music.

Go ahead and dive right in and don’t forget to subscribe to stay up to date on what’s happening next. Enjoy!

Listen to ‘Side A’: https://fanlink.to/sidea

CONNECT WITH CASSETTE TAPES:

Instagram / Twitter

September 24, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Electronic, Indie
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Listen to Cassia's latest indie gem 'Loosen Up'

September 21, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie, Indie Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Cassia released their new song ‘Loosen Up’ via Disteller Records and we’ve been obsessed with it ever since. For fans of indie-pop and indie-rock, Cassia brings a lighthearted and genuine style to their music that is both catchy and relatable. The instrumentation feels light and fun, you’ll be up and dancing around the moment it turns on.

There’s a certain kind of magic around music that makes you wanna re-listen over and over again—Cassia’s ‘Loosen Up’ is exactly that. If you’re looking for something to brighten up your day or get you excited about the weekend, give this a few spins and thank us later. Enjoy!

Stream: https://cassia.lnk.to/loosenup

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“We think ‘Loosen Up’ is one of the best tracks we’ve come up with so far. It sums up what we think is important as a band and the message we want to spread in the future. We want to write music for people to loosen up and come together to. It’s definitely one of our favourites, we think it’s a bop.” 

—Cassia

SEE CASSIA LIVE IN CONCERT:

Tickets available here

October 9th                  Nottingham, The Rescue Rooms 

October 13th                Leicester, The Cookie 

October 16th                Guildford, Boiler Room 

October 17th                Brighton, Patterns

October 18th               London, The Garage

October 19th                Oxford, The Bullingdon 

October 24th                Aberdeen, Drummonds

October 25th                Glasgow, King Tuts

October 26th                Newcastle, Cluny 

October 30th                Exeter, Phoenix 

October 31st                Southampton, Joiners

November 3rd             Manchester, O2 Ritz 

CONNECT WITH CASSIA:

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Spotify

Apple Music

YouTube

September 21, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie, Indie Pop
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music/lyrics/vocals/production/mixing/mastering/art - ya boi

stefan makes big return with new song 'stay'

September 20, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie, Indie Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

stefan released a gem earlier this week and if you haven’t checked it out yet, we strongly recommend you do. The singer/songwriter is not only their own producer but also their own engineer, creative consultant, and manager. The multi-talented musician handles all of their own logistics, packaging, and creative direction.

For us, we’ve been intrigued by the artist’s voice and general writing style. However, as time goes on, we fall deeper in love with the artist’s production style and their deep lyrical content. stefan’s music is both relaxing and refreshing and if you’re looking for something to chill out to, you’ve come to the right place.

Take a moment to check out the artists discography via Spotify or Soundcloud and discover your next favorite song. Enjoy!

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CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Twitter / Instagram

September 20, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie, Indie Pop
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http://menitrust.tumblr.com https://www.youtube.com/menitrust https://www.instagram.com/menitrust https://menitrust.bandcamp.com https://www.facebook.com/menitrust https://sptfy.com/menitrust Seven In the shadows he saw four eyes, lit by fire… fire He’d never done that with a lover, before…before Meanwhile everyone else got lost in quiet, by the rivier Seeking for more, of course he found better…better He saw them, they saw him But everyone just kept on going What he saw was different He should have gone to bed But instead he stuck around for the mood In the shadows he saw four eyes, lit by fire… fire He’d never done that with a lover, before…before Either early or too late, it was number seven… and it happened High like a bird with his beak through the window He saw them, they saw him But everyone just kept on going What he saw was different He should have gone to bed But instead he stuck around for the mood He saw them, they saw him But everyone just kept on going What he saw was different He should have gone to bed But instead he stuck around for the mood

If you haven't listened to the new Men I Trust track.... you're missing out

September 15, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie, Indie Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

We’re not late to the party, we’ve actually been eager to share this record with everyone on our platform but it’s been such a hectic week that we decided to be selfish for the last few days. But wait no further! The new Men I Trust release is incredible. Not like the group has a bad song in their discography but it’s always a pleasure to hear the latest from the Montreal-based band.

Watch the music video here

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

“‘Seven’ is a light-hearted song that tells a story which happened last summer to our friends, while we were all at a get-together in a cabin by a lake in the countryside of Quebec. ‘Seven’ thus started as a summer memory for us.

The music video we shot and directed recreates that light late-summer outdoor feel. We chose to film again with our friends Julia, Sophie and Fannie (featured in ‘Lauren,’ ‘You Deserve This’ and ‘I Hope To Be Around’) and it was lots of fun, so much that we almost forgot we were shooting a music video. We all got together at our friend’s country house - a dream setup! - where there are lots of nearby forests, high grass, rivers and lakes. After long periods of time spent on the road, and during pre-tour rehearsals, we like to spend time in places like this that feel like a Canadian retreat.”

— Men I Trust

INTERNATIONAL TOUR DATES:

(tickets at www.menitrust.com)

9/21/2018 - Hamburg, DE @ Reeperbahn Festival

9/22/2018 - Cologne, DE @ Acephale

9/24/2018 - Munch, DE @ Milla

9/26/2018 - Copenhagen, DK @ Vegas New Crush

9/28/2018 - Berlin, DE @ Badehaus Szimpla

9/29/2018 - Dortmund, DE @ Way Back When Festival

9/30/2018 - Amsterdam, NL @ Melkweg (Upstairs)

10/2/2018 - Bristol, UK @ The Louisiana

10/3/2018 - Manchester, UK @ The Soup Kitchen

10/4/2018 - London, UK @ Oslo Hackney

10/5/2018 - Nottingham, UK @ Bodega

10/7/2018 - Brighton, UK @ The Hope and Ruin

10/9/2018 - Paris, FR @ New Morning

10/10/2018 - Lyon, FR @ Le Groom

10/11/2018 - Monthey, CH @ Pont Rouge

10/12/2018 - Zurich, CH @ Helsinkiklub

10/16/2018 - Carrboro, NC @ Cat’s Cradle*

10/17/2018 - Atlanta, GA @ Terminal West*

10/18/2018 - Birmingham, AL @ Saturn*

10/19/2018 - New Orleans, LA @ Gasa Gasa*

10/20/2018 - Houston, TX @ White Oak Music Hall*

10/21/2018 - Austin, TX @ Mohawk*

10/23/2018 - Santa Fe, NM @ Meow Wolf*

10/24/2018 - Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom*

10/25/2018 - Santa Ana, CA @ The Observatory Orange County*

10/26/2018 - Los Angeles, CA @ The Regent*

10/27/2018 - San Francisco, CA @ The Independent*

10/30/2018 - Portland, OR @ Revolution Hall*

10/31/2018 - Vancouver, BC @ Imperial Vancouver*

11/1/2018 - Seattle, WA @ Neumos*

11/2/2018 - Boise, ID @ Neurolux*

11/3/2018 - Salt Lake City, UT @ Urban Lounge*

11/4/2018 - Denver, Co @ The Bluebird Theater*

11/6/2018 - Omaha, NE @ Slowdown*

11/7/2018 - Minneapolis, MN @ The Cedar Cultural Center*

11/8/2018 - Madison, WI @ Majestic Madison*

11/9/2018 - Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall*

11/10/2018 - Detroit, MI @ El Club*

11/11/2018 - Los Angeles, CA @ Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival

11/12/2018 - Toronto, ON @ The Opera House*

11/13/2018 - Montreal, QC @ Theatre Corona*

11/14/2018 - Boston, MA @ Royale*

11/16/2018 - Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Steel*

11/17/2018 - Philadelphia, PA @ Underground Arts*

11/18/2018 - Washington, D.C. @ 9:30 Club*

CONNECT WITH MEN I TRUST:

http://www.menitrust.tumblr.com

https://www.instagram.com/menitrust

https://www.menitrust.bandcamp.com

https://www.facebook.com/menitrust

https://www.youtube.com/menitrust

http://sptfy.com/menitrust

September 15, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie, Indie Pop
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Listen to "Genesis" on Spotify / Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/da-genesis Shot on 16mm film Director & DP: Jeremy Comte Creative Direction: Jeremy Comte + Daniela Andrade Styled by: Daniela Andrade Edited by: Jeremy Comte Produced by: Jeremy Comte + Daniela Andrade Executive Producer: Evren Boisjoli On Location Fixer: Romina Garcia Felix Color by: Simon Boisx Motion & Design : Sebastien Camden - Pusher Studio Sound Design by : Jean-David Perron - Cult Nation A HUGE thanks to MELS for making this shoot possible with equipment and film development.

Watch Daniela Andrade's music video for Genesis here!

August 22, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie, Soul, R&B, Ballad, Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

This next feature hits the sweet spot for us. The level of Artistry Daniela Andrade delivers on her new song 'Genesis' hardly goes unnoticed. Accompanying the new release, Daniela releases a beautiful music video shot on 16mm film. Directed by Jeremy Comte, the video takes place in various parts around Mexico. We LOVE the feel and the look of the storyline and we felt Jeremy did an incredible job elevating the emotional energy throughout the song. 

Daniela's ability to pull a listener into a world fueled by lyrical imagery and romantic melodies should never go unnoticed. We love her voice, her passion, and of course her vision. If you're a fan of soft melodies, romantic productions, and deep thought—you're going to LOVE this release from Daniela. 

Listen to "Genesis" on Spotify / Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/da-genesis

LYRICS:

"If this is apocalypse

then first there was a genesis

I think I'll let myself exist

under this bloody moon

like a moth or butterfly

I'm the queen to my demise

but don't think that I'll go amiss

I'm just getting my groove

But first I gotta let go of the things I tried to be

first I gotta let go of these fakers next to me

first I gotta give up everything I can't control

get that moderation in my system and move on to the next

on to the next

on to the next

on to the next

maybe I don't know whats up

maybe I am mostly wrong

but one thing that I know for sure

is everywhere I go I grow

knowing me it takes some time

diamonds are a little shy

but wait and see

I'll hit some gold and I'mma be a sight to hold

(chorus repeats)"

— Daniela Andrade

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram: 

http://www.instagram.com/danielaandrade

YouTube: 

http://www.youtube.com/danielaandrade

Facebook: 

http://www.facebook.com/danielaandrade

Twitter: 

http://www.twitter.com/danielasings

Soundcloud: 

http://www.soundcloud.com/danielaandrade

Spotify: 

https://play.spotify.com/artist/0WfaItAbs4vlgIA1cuqGtJ

August 22, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie, Soul, R&B, Ballad, Pop
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One That I Want by Luc out now!! - Click here to listen

August 15, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie, Indie Pop

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Luc's music is meant to express the personal, the subjective experience, the importance of not needing to belong, and through that not-needing, belonging. 'One That I Want' depicts the process of liking someone despite their not-fitting-in but rather being attracted to someone's lack of concern for how others perceive them. "I know you're uncool, but oh, you're the one that I want."

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"The artworks for the series of singles forthcoming from Luc this summer feature pictures of cities and everyday life with slight distortions to mirror the message of the music: There are similarities for every individual experience, but they are not all the same." 

— Luc

Stream: http://smarturl.it/OneThatIWant

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CONNECT WITH LUC: 

Spotify | Apple Music | Soundcloud | Facebook

August 15, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie, Indie Pop
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New Indie Band pkwy releases 'Punisher' - Listen here!

August 10, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Acoustic, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Los Angeles born and raised, pkwy, grew up together with a passion for music. With this gift they received from the Universe, pkwy learned that by creating together, with not only the people you love and grew up with, but intertwining souls with beings that understand you and the need to share this gift together by generating melodies based on personal experiences, could send out a memo that we are all here for a purpose. 

'Punisher' is a track about the upbringing and remembrance of Jonah, Nick, Jon, and Ian as you now know as pkwy. 

Turn up that boombox and enjoy! 

Upcoming Events: 

August 17th, 8pm, The Silverlake Lounge

August 24th, 9pm, The Escondite

September 4th, 11pm, The Silverlake Lounge

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Connect with pkwy: 

SoundCloud | Spotify | Bandcamp | Facebook | Instagram 

 

August 10, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Acoustic, Indie
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out now on @majesticcasualrecords: http://majesticcasualrecords.lnk.to/potion can't be more proud of this song. wanted to try something new and get outside of my comfort zone. huge s/o to @stillhaze for his amazing vocals and guitar work! follow me: http://instagram.com/peterkuli follow @stillhaze: http://instagram.com/stillhaze artwork: http://instagram.com/okaycozy

[Premiere] Peter Kuli shares beautiful new single 'Potion' (feat. Still Haze)

July 31, 2018 by Gems Secrets in R&B, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

It's a beautiful Tuesday morning and to get things started we have this brand new record from Peter Kuli and Still Haze titled 'Potion'. We love this track for several reasons.. the instrumentation is light and minimalistic and doesn't take up all of your attention. The atmosphere of the pads creates a warm energy that we felt was soothing and relaxing and places a clear emphasis on the vocal performance—the vocals add an intimate touch and the lyricism is rich with imagery (pay attention as you listen along).

(Stream this song in our Spotify playlist here)

There's a healthy balance between the instrumentation and the vocal style and that's what makes this record so special—perfect synergy. If you're a fan of dream pop or bedroom pop, you're going to love this. Together, these two artists make some really exciting stuff and we look forward to hearing more from the two in the coming months.

Out now via Majestic Casual, this release marks the second collaborative single between the two artists. Don't forget to connect with them online so you can stay up to date on what's happening next. Enjoy! 

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

''Potion' was conceived as an acoustic idea written with just guitar and vocals. It's a self-reflection with an air of sass. It describes a newly attained mental state of moving forward in a bit of a pragmatic manner. There are references about cutting toxic people out of one's life and getting tired of being burdened by others' complaining and negative energy. It's a lash back at people who are not taking responsibility or holding themselves accountable for problems that they're not taking steps to change.

My songs are always written from a place of almost contradictory duality. So there are lines that purposely play the alternate perspective.' - Still Haze

Still Haze | 25 | Nashville, Tennessee

Still Haze | 25 | Nashville, Tennessee

Peter Kuli | 18 | Boston, Massachusetts

Peter Kuli | 18 | Boston, Massachusetts

CONNECT WITH THE ARTISTS:

Peter Kuli

www.twitter.com/kulipeter

www.facebook.com/peterkulimusic

www.instagram.com/peterkuli/

www.soundcloud.com/peterkuli

www.open.spotify.com/peterkuli

Still Haze

www.twitter.com/hazestill

www.facebook.com/stillhaze

www.instagram.com/stillhaze

www.soundcloud.com/stillhaze

www.open.spotify.com/artist/stillhaze

July 31, 2018 /Gems Secrets
R&B, Indie
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Thank you so much to everyone who supported me and endured me during my moody, anti-social months of laboring over this. Thank you to: - Kelsey Miller for the love, the listening, and the ovary grade criticism (tough enough to create life) - William Blackburn for spicy bass lines and changing the way I think about songwriting - Julianna Zachariou for growing and tending to my musical, emotional, and spiritual garden -Elizabeth Dowdell for caring, hearing, and whistling (all the things I'm not good at) -Daniel Martin and Magdalena Becker, the ultimate hype squad -Mary Nonnenmocher for musically useful sass (y'all are cancelled) -Maggie Bustard for the musicians who made me - Gregg Strawbridge for expertise in mastering and - The Everlasting God, who does not grow tired or weary, and who's understanding no one can fathom Special thanks to Berta K for cover art that was an answer to prayer

Listen to Juli Strawbridge's new song 'Cry' right here

July 30, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Well, to keep things going this week we have a beautiful new song from indie artist Juli Strawbridge. Titled 'Cry', the new release is the 6th song on Juli's self-made album 'Are We There Yet?'—set to be released on Soundcloud August 2nd and will be made available on other DSP's shortly after.

The 21-year-old singer/songwriter caught our attention for a couple of reasons. First, we love her writing style and the vocal performance felt genuine and uplifting. And second, we love the lyricism throughout the song and the rich melodic instrumentation. Juli has a technical skill that shines through her work and we look forward to hearing the rest of her album soon. Don't forget to connect with Juli Strawbridge online so you never miss a beat. Enjoy!

WHAT THE ARTIST HAS TO SAY:

"Thank you so much to everyone who supported me and endured me during my moody, anti-social months of laboring over this." - Juli Strawbridge

CONNECT WITH THE ARTIST:

Instagram | YouTube

July 30, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie
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Thanks to: Fred Fergus Baby Besso Marek Oravec Cameras Alex Hyndman 'Leaving Me Annie' Written & Produced by Montrell Mixed & Mastered by Danny Monk Directed by Montrell & Panther Records All rights reserved © 2018

We LOVE this new release from Montrell 'Leaving Me Annie'

July 27, 2018 by Gems Secrets in Indie Pop, Indie

WHAT WE HAVE TO SAY:

Montrell released a new music video yesterday for their new song 'Leaving Me Annie' and it's absolutely brilliant. The light instrumentation dances around a playful vocal performance from Montrell that's both warm and inviting. It's a great record to kick back and relax to but that's not even our favorite part.

To accompany the release, Montrell delivered an artsy visual to represent the catchy new release. We love the color palette and the cinematography and we look forward to hearing more from the artist in the coming months.

If you like the video, be sure to share it with your friends and don't forget to connect with the artist online to stay up to date on any future releases and enjoy!

July 27, 2018 /Gems Secrets
Indie Pop, Indie
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