Filthy and grimy aren’t usually favorable terms. But if you’re looking for something with a bit of an edge to match the attitude of the story, they can be lifesavers. Diverging from a world of clean cut samples and shiny synths can (in the right hands) lead you to far more interesting places.
Read MoreIndie Folk Pop (E&E-032) is a soundtrack for moments of introspective adventure that accompany stories of wanderlust and movement.
Read MoreKaty McIlvaine and Patrick Hertz came together in 2020 to form Dawn Patrol, a music supervision and clearance company with an impressive and diverse catalog of indie artists ripe for the synching, including our own roster of artists. Read on to discover the origin story of Dawn Patrol, the meaning behind the name, why they love doing all the outdoorsy things, and the trends they’re seeing and getting excited about.
Read More“Motivation” can be such a buzzword, tossed around in office staff meetings and Monday-related memes. But it can be so much more than that. Leaning mainly on smooth synthesizers, upbeat electronic percussion, and organic keyboard elements, Synthful Motivation breathes new life into corporate pop.
Read MoreTime to let loose and crank up the dial for the totally fuzzed out, overdriven, dirty, and sexy electro pop madness of Fuzzwisp (LMTL-025).
Read MoreThough we first got to know songwriter, singer, activist, writer, and overall badass Buick Audra from her hard rock band Friendship Commanders, her recent return to her solo work show how Audra’s powerful voice, intimate lyrics, and message are a through line in all of her music. We chat with Audra about her solo work and upcoming record, being unapologetic and honest, and being heard on her own terms.
Read MoreTo help define more of these elusive sounds of the Chill, Synth, and/or Wave subgenres, I stopped by Eyeballs & Eardrums to listen to Vaporwave. Tracks from this album have shown up in so many of our playlists and searches that I knew I would find some answers.
Read MoreInspiring generations of young people, including many of us at The License Lab, Fred Rogers’ legacy is a beautiful reminder that we should all stay curious, have empathy for our neighbors, and take frequent trips into the imagination… by trolley if possible.
Read MoreWhile 2020 was obviously no walk in the park for so many in this industry, 2021 continues to be full of change for our company. Directly relating to our mission to focus on doing what we do best, the music, we have a few more changes to share.
Read MorePositivity springs forth from Bright Colors & Smiles (LMTL-024). The effortless melodies and folk instrumentation make this an easy win for stories that don’t have a care in the world.
Read MoreFor the moments that require urgency and emotional drama with an edge, we present Lights Out (LMTL-023.) This pair of passionate rock tracks bring unexpected power and heart.
Read MoreSummer School Slacker is a brash, youthful, exciting, and occasionally rude playlist that has no intention of following the rules. Full of a variety of rock sub-genres like pop punk, indie rock, skater punk, hard rock, these tracks turn that signature teen angst and energy into junkyard bottle rockets.
Read MoreSamer Ghani is an artist that has built a career out of combining his camera, curiosity, and community into works that stand out from the noise, that elevate the subject of each shot. In this feature, Samer gives authentic artistic insight and shares his thoughts on working in Milwaukee, connecting his art to being Palestinian American, and more.
Read MoreFrom garage blues to western crooners to indie hipsters, these genre hopping versions of classic Christmas carols provide new (occasionally unorthodox) options to fit whatever your holiday campaign, shopping ad, or Hallmark special need.
Read MoreHow many jingles can you remember? What were they selling? The jingle has a long and storied history, but you may have noticed a distinct decline in the marketing ear worms over the past few decades. What happened?
Read MoreIt’s all smiles and sweetness on the second of two new EPs from Cherrypicked. The cloudy days of Untangle Me (LMTL-021) are gone and the sun is out on In My Heart (LMTL-022.)
Read MoreEmotionally charged vocal performances and minimal instrumentation encompass this EP of three simple, moving songs of acoustic pop.
Read MoreThe world of synthwave is wide, varied, and ever-evolving, and the nocturnal duo of Immortal Girlfriend might be leading the way with their third single of 2021.
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