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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.
Sam Caldwell

Wanderlust by Sam Caldwell: A Debut Album That Speaks to the Dreamer in Us All

There is something inherently engaging in an album that dares to strive for the difficulties of dreams in the face of the weight of relationships. That’s exactly what Sam Caldwell … Continue readingWanderlust by Sam Caldwell: A Debut Album That Speaks to the Dreamer in Us All

Tara Van

Tara Van’s ‘Hello Human’: A Soulful Invitation to Rediscover Life’s Simple Pleasures

Imagine a melody that feels like a warm embrace from a close friend, comforting yet stirring, familiar yet fresh. Dive into the newest single by Tara Van, “Hello Human.” The … Continue readingTara Van’s ‘Hello Human’: A Soulful Invitation to Rediscover Life’s Simple Pleasures

WOTTS

WOTTS Channels Tame Impala in Nostalgic New Single “Wilson”

Canadian indie-pop band, WOTTS share their exhilarating new single, “Wilson,” a track that perfectly captures the spirit of nostalgic pop within the forefront of today’s indie era. “Wilson” hooks listeners … Continue readingWOTTS Channels Tame Impala in Nostalgic New Single “Wilson”

Water Street

Emotional Depth and Vintage Vibes: Water Street’s ‘Afraid of Forever’

Water Street has done it again on their new single, “Afraid of Forever.” Right from the first strum of the guitar, you’re sucked into a story that feels as personal … Continue readingEmotional Depth and Vintage Vibes: Water Street’s ‘Afraid of Forever’

OKARO

OKARO’s ‘Foreign’: A Rooftop Party Anthem for the Independent Soul

OKARO’s new single, ‘Foreign’, wraps the listener in an air of cosy rhythmic charm and depth to the lyrics against a bright mix of modern synthesisers and soft beats. OKARO … Continue readingOKARO’s ‘Foreign’: A Rooftop Party Anthem for the Independent Soul

The Singer and the Songwriter

Inside The Singer and The Songwriter’s Latest Album, ‘Dreams! The Dead! Ghost! Future’

Meet Rachel and Thu, the talented duo behind The Singer and The Songwriter, whose modern folk music has been enchanting audiences for over 15 years. Hailing from Oakland, CA, their … Continue readingInside The Singer and The Songwriter’s Latest Album, ‘Dreams! The Dead! Ghost! Future’

Sonic Safari

This Week’s Sonic Safari – Joanne Bird, Thor Sigurdsson, Allison Leah, Kacey Fifield, The Psychedelic Birthday Party, Jessica Dives, Slark Moan, Nick Gill

Welcome to “This Week’s Sonic Safari,” where we will be taking you on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant world of independent music. We’ll wander across beautiful lush soundscapes in this sonic … Continue readingThis Week’s Sonic Safari – Joanne Bird, Thor Sigurdsson, Allison Leah, Kacey Fifield, The Psychedelic Birthday Party, Jessica Dives, Slark Moan, Nick Gill

Shane Rennison

Experience the Fresh and Familiar with Shane Rennison’s “Irrational”

Shane Rennison will take you through the tiniest of details of human emotions in his debut album, Irrational—a sonic-sounding mix of indie pop-rock brilliance with acoustics and synth nostalgia that … Continue readingExperience the Fresh and Familiar with Shane Rennison’s “Irrational”

Nik.

nik.’s ‘clarity’ Explores the Weight of Societal Expectations

Sydney, Australia’s emerging artist nik. brings us a spellbinding single, “clarity,” a track that showcases her ethereal dark pop sound. The track tells of finding depth in self-discovery and a … Continue readingnik.’s ‘clarity’ Explores the Weight of Societal Expectations

Melanie Cowmeadow

’empath’ by Melanie Cowmeadow: A Raw and Honest Anthem for People-Pleasers

The latest single from Melanie Cowmeadow, “empath,” is a heartfelt exposition into the emotional labyrinth attached to one who is highly attuned to the feelings of others. empath intertwines raw, … Continue reading’empath’ by Melanie Cowmeadow: A Raw and Honest Anthem for People-Pleasers