With a new season right around the corner, it’s time to update your wardrobe, your schedule, and your playlist. Finding new music can be difficult sometimes, but don’t worry, I’ve done it for you. From indie to rock to pop and everything in between, these artists have what it takes to make their way onto your fall playlist! Some of these artists are new on the scene but some of them can also just be new to you. Either way, get ready to expand your musical horizons.
1. Local Natives
Local Natives newest album Sunlit Youth was released on September 9. The band makes indie rock music and they are best known for their killer harmonies and dreamy melodies. The album is led by the single “Fountain of Youth” and Local Natives is currently on tour!
2. Bastille
Back in 2013, this band’s single “Pompeii” is what put them on the charts. They followed up with “Bad Blood” and “Flaws”, which really cemented their place in the indie music scene. Now they’ve released their second album, Wild World, that takes their signature electronic rock sound to a new level.
3. EDEN
EDEN is a fairly new group. They released their second EP and the lead single “Sex” has been the single to grab attention from listeners around the world. While their first EP didn’t give them the mainstream attention that their second has, every song EDEN makes is sure to inch its way into your playlist.
4. Glass Animals
Glass Animals is yet another band who has just released a follow-up album. They’re more electronic than other groups on this list, and their lyrics and vocals hook you in and create songs that you can’t stop listening to. The first single off of their album “Life Itself” is an upbeat pop song that you can dance around to at any time!
5. Kaleo
Kaleo have the sound of a rocky soul group from the South, but in reality, they’re from Iceland. Their ability to create such music is sure to leave you confused but really happy because all of their songs are wonderful! Their album A/B was released in June, which is kind of far back, but I guarantee you might not have been exposed to their music just yet.
6. Saint Motel
Saint Motel contains what I would consider the most pleasing indie pop sound. Their sound is a blend of retro and rock, and most of their singles are highly known for the horn section that’s featured in the chorus. Their latest single “Move” is a perfect example of their signature sound and is an awesome start to the next project the group is working on.
7. Bad Suns
This group has released three singles so far for their next album, each better than the last. Bad Suns released their first album in 2014, and while it has been two years since, their new sound is even better. The group gets their inspiration from the 70s and 80s to create a perfect indie rock sound.
8. Dagny
Dagny is a Norwegian pop singer who just released her debut EP at the beginning of this month! Her EP contains five songs, one being a collab with BØRNS, and if that doesn’t sell you on her pop perfection I’m not sure what will. Each song is dance-worthy and sure to get you off of your feet.
