Fresh Track + Video: Daniel and the Lion “Free Love”
I have previously expressed my support for artists that do not take themselves too seriously. From the “World Premiere” music video for their song “Free Love” below, we can assume that Daniel Pingrey and Jimmie Linville of Daniel and the Lion are two musicians who no one would mistake for pretentious. The duo hails from Madison, WI. They dropped “Free Love” on Tuesday. The track is a touch on the sappy side, but the vocals and production work are terrific. And I’ll be damned if the song isn’t catchy as hell. To be honest, I’ll jam out to just about anything with a foot stomp and a hand clap – I’m kidding, sort of. Classic, clean songwriting from two dudes who look like they’d be fun to hang with. Stream the single, and sharpen your culinary skills below. Download the track for free via Daniel and the Lion’s Bandcamp page.
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Written by Rob Peoni
Fresh Track + Video: Toy Soldiers “Maybe”
Yesterday, Philadelphia five-piece Toy Soldiers dropped a 3-track EP entitled Tell the Teller. The songs will likely be featured on an as yet untitled full length, due out later this year. If their brand of soulful rock is reminiscent of fellow Philly natives Dr. Dog, it is with good reason. This material was recorded under the guidance of Bill Moriarty, who has served as Dr. Dog’s longtime Producer. Listen and watch a video for “Maybe” below. Name your price for a copy of Tell the Teller via Bandcamp.
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Written by Rob Peoni
Fresh Track: Cold Country “Take it From Me (Nicole Marie)”
Cold Country is the new project from Chicago musician Sean McConnell. Track, “Take It From Me (Nicole Marie)” was posted on Cold Country’s Bandcamp page last Thursday. Strong song writing and polished musicianship are displayed during my introduction to McConnell’s work. Although, McConnell calls Chicago home, a local tie was uncovered after Dan Snodgrass of the Bonesetters introduced me to this song. McConnell is responsible for mastering the tracks for the Bonesetters debut SAVAGES!. This should provide readers some street credibility as ‘Savages’ made room on our year-end lists. This proves to be another great story of Midwest musicians working together to help promote each other’s music. I concept that I am always excited to endorse.
Written by Brett McGrath
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