It's the greatest time of the year. Toss on some flip-flops, throw your feet up on a beach chair, and listen to some brand new chill tunes this summer! We will be covering several different genres throughout the summer with new music that you need to have! This week we will be focusing on some new alternative artists who have released new projects in recent months! The playlist at the bottom features a song from each artist and we encourage our viewers to check out more songs from these artists on their SoundCloud or iTunes! Enjoy!
1. milky chance
Milky Chance is a German alternative duo made up of vocalist Clemens Rehbein and DJ Philipp Dausch. The group's new EP "Stolen Dance" was released only a month ago, but propelled the talented duo into a major spotlight. The EP's hit song "Stolen Dance" was actually posted to YouTube about a year ago and has already accrued nearly 39 million plays!
2. lily kershaw
Lily Kershaw is a very talented singer/songwriter with an absolutely stunning voice. Her debut album "Midnight In the Garden" is a must-hear for all alternative fans! The album, which was released in September of 2014, features her hit single "As It Seems", our team's personal favorite!
3. the colourist
The Colourist is an American rock band from Orange County, California. The group's following has grown immensely in recent years and they signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records in 2012. They released a self-titled debut album earlier in the year featuring excellent singles including "Little Games" and "Fix This"!
4. johnnyswim
Johnnyswim is a folk duo consisting of singer/songwriters Amanda Sudano and Abner Ramirez. The group formed in 2005 in Nashville, Tennessee and their following has really grown over the years. The husband-and-wife team released a new album "Diamonds
5. little hurricane
Little Hurricane is a duo band out of San Diego, California. The group just formed in 2010, but has already gained a strong track record. They just released a new album "Gold Fever" in March of 2014! Our favorite songs from the album include "Sheep in Wolves Clothes" and "Upside of Down"! Be sure to give them a listen!
6. catfish and the bottlemen
Catfish and the Bottlemen are a British alternative/rock band from North Wales. The group just released an EP "Kathleen and the Other Three" only a week ago! Our favorite song from the new project is "Kathleen" so be sure to give it a listen below! The up and coming group displayed excellent talent during this EP and will undoubtedly be hitting the spotlight within the music industry soon!
7. first aid kit
Johanna and her younger sister Klara Soderberg comprise of "First Aid Kit", a folk duo from Sweden. The band recently released an album "Stay Gold" in April of 2014. Our team's personal favorite song from the album is "My Silver Lining" so be sure to give it a listen below!
8. bad suns
Bad Suns is an up and coming alternative group that exhibits great talent so far in their short career. They released an EP "Transpose" earlier this year and have their debut album "Language & Perspective" coming out at the end of June! Be sure to give a couple of their pre-released singles a listen and keep an eye out for the new album to drop on June 24!
9. shane piasecki
Shane Piasecki is a very talented singer/songwriter from a small town in Ohio. He released his newest album "Set You Free" at the end of April this year. His hit single "Set You Free" has found huge success so far in the industry and can be heard on the playlist below! Piasecki is currently on tour with popular singer/songwriter Howie Day!
10. this wild life
This Wild Life is an acoustic duo from Long Beach, California. Their debut full-length album "Clouded" was released at the end of May and has been a big hit! Our favorite song from the project is "Roots and Branches (Meant to be Alone)"!