Rich - "Alone"

"If you have a road trip coming up and are working on a playlist for the drive, Rich Michalowski's "Alone" should definitely be on it."

Published by 1146miles.com on October 24, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/rich-alone/

The Temper Trap - "Fader"

"Fader" is the third song on Conditions, the album's second official single and a constant concert staple. It has a catchy beat, a fun chorus and the lyrics are surprisingly deep and thought-provoking for such an up-tempo song."

Published by 1146miles.com on October 18, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/the-temper-trap-fader/

The Musical Vision of Impossible Bird

The Seattle-based acoustic duo Impossible Bird spoke with me in an exclusive phone interview to discuss their unique outdoor concerts, the recording process for their debut EP and the queries they always get from journalists about the Stroh violin.

Published by 1146miles.com on October 15, 2012.
Read the full interview here: http://1146miles.com/featured/the-musical-vision-of-impossible-bird/

Wrabel - "Office Lights"

"Wrabel's style is reminiscent of Mat Kearney's City of Black & White collection, but where Kearney went for comprehensive production to back up his vocals, Wrabel breaks it down, depending primarily on a simple piano track to soar alongside his voice."

Published by 1146miles.com on October 8, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/wrabel-office-lights/

Kickin' It at the Viper Room - The Tyler Bryant Interview

The emerging guitar prodigy Tyler Bryant took a few minutes out of his busy schedule to answer a few questions about his musical background and the upcoming release of his band's debut album Wild Child. Later that night, I watched the band of four take the stage at Los Angeles' iconic Viper Room and play as if their lives depended on it.

Published by 1146miles.com on October 1, 2012.
Read the full interview here: http://1146miles.com/music/kickin-it-at-the-viper-room-the-tyler-bryant-interview/

New Hands - "Whichever Way You'll Have It"

"Whichever Way You'll Have It" combines elements of electro-pop and techno - it echoes with wave after wave of catchy beats beneath lyrics that outline a relationship in limbo."

Published by 1146miles.com on September 25, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/new-hands-whichever-way-youll-have-it/

Mumford & Sons: Babel Review

"The band's sophomore album Babel arrives as the result of a hectic touring schedule and the band's desire to create a record that retains the authentic sound fans have grown infatuated with at a tempo that resembles their energetic performances."

Review of Mumford & Sons' 2013 album Babel.
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Rival Sons Return with Explosive New Album

"Say it with me: Rival Sons. Get used to the name, because odds are good you'll be hearing it often in the coming years."

Review of Rival Sons' 2012 album Head Down.
Published by 1146miles.com on September 19, 2012.
Read the full review here: http://1146miles.com/music/rival-sons-return-with-explosive-new-album/

Big Chocolate's "Blue Milk"

"If you're looking for something to kick off your next dance party, here is a song that passes my little sister test."

Published by 1146miles.com on September 18, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/big-chocolates-blue-milk/

Torches - "I Want Something"

"With a ringing opening riff that echoes on to the end, "I Want Something" is sweet and soothing the whole way through, the kind of fun summer song that is likely to spark memories of driving by the beach with the top down and the sun shining infinitely against a cloudless blue sky."

Published by 1146miles.com on September 13, 2012.
Read the feature in full here: http://1146miles.com/music/torches-i-want-something/