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Big Stir Singles and more!

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Big Stir Singles

Big Stir Digital Singles

The best thing about music on the internet is that it’s immediate. That means anyone who comes up with a timely tune can record it and get it out there right away. The worst thing is that it’s ephemeral and we’ve seen brilliant one-off tunes not getting the attention they deserve because of the blink-and-you-miss-it pace of social media. Big Stir not only has a kick-ass zine, that deserves support – it has an impressive growing roster of power pop artists: Spygenius, The Newds, Plasticsoul, Addison Love and The Armoires (to name a few). So support these artists and check out the Big Stir Singles page!

More NEW Singles!

A wonderful new jangling gem from the Sunchymes – you can’t go wrong here.

Scott Brookman has been locked in his bedroom, doing his DIY pop for years. This single is based on a true story!

I’ve missed Peter Balderachi and I’m glad he’s ready for a “Change”

The Jellybricks are back! Very very cool video shows that Ok Go aren’t the only creative vid kids! The new single “Brooklyn” is out now. Get it!

Scott Brookman and Todd Herfindal

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Scott Brookman “Smellicopter”
Brookman has expanded his sound from the charming debut and funded his efforts with Kickstarter. A more sophisticated arranger and songwriter emerges, as we start with “Tim E. Redmond” with equal doses of Brian Wilson and Paul Simon influencing the structure.

Fans of the bedroom DIY pop symphonies will appreciate “Summer’s Two Weeks Notice” with its layered Beach Boys harmonies, and then “To Find Your Happiness” has a healthy dose of Burt Bacharach worship. Some of these tunes are very lite sketches, like “Inspected by Curly,” but others cross into greatness like “Iceberglar” and the McCartneyesque “I Could Use Some New Friends.” Brookman’s production has also improved, so even a fun character study “Weirdos” makes for enjoyable summer listening. Highly Recommended.

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Todd Herfindal “Right Here Now”
On his 2nd album Todd Herfindal plays solid roots oriented power pop, and like his bandmate, Rich McCulley (who co-wrote many songs here) makes it sound great.  Starting with “Keeping Me Up Nights” it’s a sweet jangling melody along the lines of Tom Petty. “She Can Run” and “More Than I” lean more alt. country, but are also up-beat and memorable. Some singles in this collection have been previously released, but they fit like a glove with the newer material.

The environmental anthem “Shine Shine” is another big standout, along with “Closer To Home.” After the mid-point, a bit more slide guitar becomes prominent on “Everything Is Ours” and “You Might Just Make It.” Many talented sidemen (McCulley, Adam Marsland, Will Kimbrough, Ryan Bradley, etc.) keep the sound rich and pitch perfect. Overall, no filler here as fans of Americana styled roots rock will absolutely love this.