Aurgasm

indie pop // singer-songwriter

Lucy Schwartz, whose songs range between stripped-down ballads, jazz-inspired pop and indie folk, is that rare combination of talented songwriter and skilled performer. Lucy’s debut album, Winter in June (2007) offers a glimpse of this young singer-songwriter’s burgeoning talents. The delightfully catchy “I Don’t Know A Thing” is a shockingly self-aware admittance, delivered with a carefree shrug and smile. Lucy continues to surprise, displaying raw vulnerability as well as youthful exuberance in her songs. “Gone Away” is a tender and aching ballad, delicately crafted with a sensibility that belies her young age. Keep an eye (and ear) on this one.

Sweet and lovely pop gems.
Lucy Schwartz - I Don’t Know A Thing
Lucy Schwartz - Gone Away
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precious folk melodías

I once spent a week in Madrid, feeling more comfort there than any place I’ve ever been. Leaving on a whim, having never thought of Spain before, I learned words and phrases concerning food and direction after arrival. Most of this trip I was alone, wandering in pursuit of distant intrigue: a hill, a park, a museum, or the oldest restaurant; with curiosity fulfilling me. Nourished by surroundings, I found heightened sense of romanticism, joy, wonder, play, friendship, detail.. so much vibrant detail in art and life; flourishing endeavors, hellos and goodbyes, zest and woe. Lourdes Hernández’s I Love Your Glasses encompasses all of my experiences in her hometown; dazzling me in abundance, and passionately reminding me of a time felt dearly like home.

Mazzy Star meets Neko Case for tapas in Madrid.
Russian Red - Nice Thick Feathers
Russian Red - Take Me Home
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folk-dub // future jazz // downtempo

Exquisitely produced by members of Boozoo Bajou and Trio Elétrico, Kathrina März’s Rainwatcher elicits a soothing, intimate, laid-back and summerly fun affinity. Her airy voice is fondly wrapped in a spectral muse of endearing sounds; every moment tinged with a wondrous array of instruments that accentuate each feeling, lyric, and breath. Acoustic and steel guitars, vibraphone, piano, organ and accordion are a few of what you’ll hear, guiding gracefully as she woos and imbues your complete sensation amidst an enchanting wonderland.

Summerly warm, bubbly and smooth.
Trinah - Sugary Pleasure
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singer-songwriter // indie folk

Cohen’s music is unmistakably one of a photographer and filmmaker: cinematic and bursting with story. His songs reflect a relationship of light and sound, and above all strive to reflect the beauty around us. Delicate and pure, each track is marked by the joy of simply making music. Whether he is playing the guitar (banjo, bass, ukulele or sitar), or photographing nature, Cohen’s art mirrors the simple beauty that surrounds all of us.

Delicate narratives and melodies.
Cohen - Owl Said
Cohen - I Have A Dream
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folk // singer-songwriter

Recorded in New Orleans with fellow producer Swede Tobias Fröberg, Theresa Andersson’s album Hummingbird, Go! (2008) delivers a distinctive Swedish pop sound alongside a soulful southern vibe. Well-crafted retro-pop number “Birds Fly Away” showcases Theresa’s multi-instrumental skills as she uses everything from the looping vocals, violin, catchy hand claps to the funky drum sample of Smokey Johnson. DIY to the extreme, in her song “The Waltz” Theresa actually plays water-filled soda pop bottles in her kitchen.

Incredibly fresh, quirky folk melodies.
Theresa Andersson - Birds Fly Away
Theresa Andersson - The Waltz
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