Dive Into Indie Innovation: Exploring maxime.'s Latest Album "the life and death of a dog"

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In his latest album, "the life and death of a dog," Canadian musician maxime. delves into the profound impact that a beloved family pet can have on one's life. With gritty guitars, candid lyrics, and unique textures, this album pushes the boundaries of indie innovation. From the nostalgic Pixies-inspired melodies of "raspberry vampire" to the emotional guitar-driven balladry of "talk 2 me" and the powerful anthem of the titular track, maxime. delivers his most sincere work yet.

What's even more impressive is that he single-handedly wrote, produced, and engineered the entire project. If you're yearning for a sentimental journey through indie alt-rock, look no further than this remarkable album. Give it a spin and immerse yourself in maxime.'s heartfelt exploration of life and loss.

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This NGHTMRE & Smokepurpp collab is insane, stream 'MOSH' here

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This new collab between NGHTMRE and Smokepurpp is perhaps one of our favorite tracks of the summer. The energy is unmatched and there’s no denying that the sound design packs a punch. Not to mention the verses and the delivery feel like they could flip any venue upside down. Simply put, ‘MOSH’ is destined to destroy the crowd big or small.

Anyone else interested in hearing a full EP from these two? One could only dream. Either way, check it out for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with NGHTMRE and Smokepurpp online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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Favorite of the month: Cassette Tapes' "Cold", hear the full song here

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It’s always an exciting moment when San Francisco duo, Cassette Tapes, puts out new music. Some would even say it feels like a holiday, but hey, if you’re unfamiliar… you just wouldn’t get it. But here’s the rundown… Cassette Tapes is known for their genre-blending approach to pop music. From the songwriting, to the sound design, to even the deliverables of the artwork.. each step reveals the magic behind the duo and the collective vision they share.

Listening through their discography reveals not only their growth as songwriters and producers but it highlights the actual genius behind their talent. Carefully crafting song after song with the attention it needs to be forever timeless. It’s incredible what these two are doing and it’s even more exciting to think about what they’ll accomplish in the years to come.

Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with Cassette Tapes online to stay up to date and enjoy!

*The dog pictured above is the newest member of the group

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New music from Darci and BEAM out now, stream "Burn" here

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Darci landed on our radar years ago with the release of his 2016 single titled “Come Around”. It was at that moment we knew this would be a special project. Since then, the rapper has built up an incredibly diverse discography that features a number of dark, cloud-like singles that showcase the versatility of Darci’s talent. All of which showcase their own unique features and sound palettes that could only be described as mysterious and vibrant. Which at this point clearly distinguishes the artist’s vision and writing style.

With Darci’s latest single titled “Burn”, we’re proud to to say the artist is continuing this trend of innovating as he pushes the boundaries of his own universe. “Burn” is a gentle reminder that Darci is in his own lane and there’s no one else quite like him. We’re excited to hear more from him in the coming months (obviously), but also, we will say that we can only hope to see more music videos from the artist too. With only 1 or 2 under his belt at the moment, we would love to see more of his vision on a larger scale.

In closing, there’s not much else to say when the music is this good. So, check it out for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with Darci online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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We can't stop listening to demotapes' new song "closerthanthis", stream this and many others via bitbird's latest artist compilation album

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Newcomer and promising new producer demotapes shared his new single “closerthanthis” with us last week as part of bitbird's “Create Together” community compilation. And sure, we might come off bias, but demotapes—real name Parker Livingston—has been writing some of our favorite songs for years (under this and other projects like Cassette Tapes).

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So naturally, it shouldn’t be a surprise when we say that “closerthanthis” is in fact our favorite release on the compilation. Not to take away from the incredible talent and lineup this community album has to offer. But if this is your first time hearing demotapes in action, just wait till you hear the rest of his discography.

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Blending lush melodies, catchy hooks and smooth… vibrant synths. It’s hard to pass up on something this good. Setting himself apart from the rest, we’re confident that you’ll fall in love with the mind behind demotapes on your first listen. Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with Parker online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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tiLLie's "peachie" is a must-hear, stream the latest here

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tiLLie’s “peaches” is one of the more impressive songs we’ve heard in months. It’s bold, creative, and it hits all the right notes for making one feel empowered. As an artist who proudly wears her heart on her sleeve, “peaches” brings together a gritty electro-pop sound with edgy guitars and rock undertones. It’s quite literally everything we love about discovering new music. Fresh, creative, and honest.

The song has been out for a couple of weeks now, and yet, it continues to grow on us. So, I think it’s safe to say we’ll be keeping a close eye on her here on out. Either way, check it out for yourself and be sure let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with tiLLie’s online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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Cassette Tapes returns with new single, stream "Malibu" here

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Cassette Tapes has remained a favorite of the Gems & Secrets platform from the very beginning. With the duo’s latest work, titled “Malibu”, we’re reminded of the raw, untapped potential these two possess. Featuring heart-felt lyrics, romantic melodies, and warm undertones… it’s no question that Cassette Tapes remains undefeated. Whether you’re a fan of pop, electronic music, or even the various forms of R&B, we’re confident you’ll fall in love after the first listen.

Check it out for yourself and be sure to connect with the duo online to stay up to date.

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Kick back and relax to Loverground's new house track "Pup Slushy"

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Loverground’s new single “Pup Slushy” has been on repeat this week. Featuring a moody sound palette that can only be described as warm, colorful, and dreamy… the new song represents everything we love about discovering new music. So, if you’re looking to set the vibe today or impress your friends, you’ve come to the right place.

As of right now, the London-based musician is planning to release an EP dated for some time later this year, but until we have an exact date, we’ll just have to keep our ear to ground for you. In the meantime, go ahead and stream the new song and don’t forget to connect with Loverground online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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Cassie Marin delivers first single of 2021, stream "Everything You Could Want" here

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Cassie Marin is back (can we say by popular demand?) and we couldn’t be happier. The singer/songwriter has written some of our favorite songs from over the years. And today, her new single “Everything You Could Want”, marks an exciting new chapter for the musician. Both musically and style-wise, Cassie has always favored bold sounds and has done an exceptional job at offering fresh perspectives to often complex emotions and ‘difficult-to-navigate’ experiences tied to this thing called life.

Not only does it speak to the wisdom and gifts Cassie Marin possess as an artist, but it solidifies her role as a visionary destined for great things. “Everything You Could Want” allows us to drift into space within a universe created by Cassie Marin herself. Featuring hyperpop influences and ethereal-like vocals, the new single is practically everything we love about discovering new music.

Go ahead and check it out for yourself and let us know what you think. Don’t forget to connect with Cassie Marin online to stay up to date and enjoy!

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Limón Limón deliver their best yet, stream the duo's new single "Attention" here

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It’s true. Limón Limón just delivered their best work to date. Titled “Attention”, the upbeat and energetic new single features a catchy hook, glistening guitar work, and dance-ready solos to complete a unique and summer-centric palette from start to finish. Whether you’re a new fan or a returning one, “Attention” embodies everything we love about discovering new music and we’re excited to share it with you today.

Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think down below. Be sure to connect with Limón Limón online to stay up to date on any live performances coming this Summer and enjoy!

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Stream the latest from Chris James — "Hey It's Me" out now

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Chris James is no stranger to writing catchy, unforgettable bops. Having co-written some of the biggest pop singles within the last few years such as BTS' Billboard #1 single "Life Goes On”, Chris James remains stronger than ever. With the release of his new single, titled “Hey It’s Me”, Chris successfully adds yet another upbeat and exciting pop single to his discography. Touching on the complexities of relationships, the lyricism demands your attention from the start.

Featuring colorful melodies and punchy drums, the production remains crisp and groovy making this track just as exciting on your 2nd, 3rd, and 4th listen. Check it out for yourself and let us know what you think down below. Don’t forget to connect with Chris James online to stay up to date on any upcoming projects and enjoy!

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Watch SHY Martin's music video for "Remember you were the one" here

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SHY Martin is an artist we’ve covered the most since launching the Gems & Secrets platform. From penning some of our favorite songs within the last decade while simultaneously collecting billions of streams from listeners all around the world, it would seem the artist would eventually start to fill the pressure—and while we’re not suggesting the musician doesn’t feel any pressure within her creative process—one thing is for sure… SHY Martin continues to hold a level of quality and integrity within her work that never loses its magic.

“I feel like I‘ve become better at respecting myself and my energy during the last year, I’ve learnt to move away from situations and people that don't make me happy. I’ve never been good at letting relationships go and as a songwriter I’ve always gone back to old relationships trying to figure out why they went wrong or if I could have done something differently to change the outcome. This song is the first one I’ve written about accepting it for what it is instead of dwelling on the past” — SHY Martin

With her latest, titled “Remember you were the one”, SHY Martin hits a darker tone than what we’ve heard in recent past. It’s eccentric and bold and we love the direction and energy SHY Martin delivers throughout her performance. Accompanying the new single is a DIY lyric music video that blends screenshots and film photos together to create a lifestyle look of the artist, and we gotta say, we love how it came out.

Check out the new single for yourself and let us know what you think down below. Don’t forget to connect with SHY Martin online to stay up to date on any upcoming releases and enjoy!

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