In The Spotlight

Kate Bollinger – “Shop Girl”

Born in Charlottesville, this singer-songwriter grew up surrounded by music thanks to her mother being a musical therapist and her two brothers playing in local bands. She wrote her first song aged 8 and began singing in the Ash Lawn Opera in high school. Since then she’s played festivals like Primavera Sound and Dot To Dot, venues like The Fillmore and opened for Faye Webster. Inspired by Joni Mitchell, Gwen Stefani and Miles Davis, she released her debut “Dreams Before” in 2018.

Telling a story of a retail worker turning the mundane day-to-day tasks into a whimsical dreamworld, her new single gives a dull reality some sparkling enthusiasm. Taken from her upcoming EP “Shop Girl”, expected on October 2nd, this song is buoyant, 60s-inspired pop with a hint of disco vibes. Starting with an Elton John-reminiscent staccato piano and tight bass, the vibrant melody is enriched with lush strings. And with her contrasting airy vocals, this retro groove is intoxicating.

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Music History

The Whispers – “One For The Money”

From their album “One For The Money” (1976):

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New Music

Sara Bareilles – “Just A Kid”

From her album “Good Grief” (2026):

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In The Spotlight

Jenny Tolman – “Music City Mutt”

Nashville-raised, this singer-songwriter’s childhood was shaped by her musical family as well as the vibrant local music scene.. Her dad was a member of the band Indian River Boys who played the Grand Ole Opry and toured with Tammy Wynette. She began playing piano at four years old and at 16 got a guitar and taught herself to play. Since then, she’s played CMA Fest and The Bluebird Cafe. Inspired by Roger Miller, Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks, she debuted with “Thinking Out Loud” in 2016.

Singing about embracing your unique identity and celebrating diverse background, her new single is an autobiographical tribute to her heritage and her hometown. Taken from her recently released album “Music City Mutt”, this song mixes honky-tonk country with Americana. With a glittering vibrancy thanks to the twangy strings, steady rhythm and traditional tastes of a banjo and fiddle, this is a lively production. And with her storytelling vocals, this peppy tune is a spirited hoedown.

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Music History

Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears – “PTP”

From their album “Backlash” (2017):

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New Music

Skye Daru – “Welcome To The Disco”

Returning with her first new music after a 10 year hiatus, this is the new single by L.A.-based songstress Skye Daru:

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