Here are our daily picks for you featuring High., Dumar 1k, Cecilia Castleman and more!
1. “Flowers” – High.
Starting our Thursday off strong is “Flowers,” a nostalgic, emotion-laden indie-pop track by High.. Luscious synth pads, electric guitar riffs and introspective vocals contribute to the song’s sentimental ambience. The official music video, a candid and carefree depiction of youth, follows a group of young adults as they embark on a trip filled with gambling, partying and running across the beach. Listen to “Flowers” today on the band’s newest 8-track album, Come Back Down.
2. “Waiting On You” – Cecilia Castleman
Nashville-based singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Cecilia Castleman shares her newest coming-of-age indie release, “Waiting On You.” Full of yearning, the song speaks towards an unidentifiable “you,” with lyrics like “I’ll just keep waiting on you / I’m not giving up until you tell me to.” It can be found on Castleman’s self-titled album, Cecilia Castleman, a 13-track collection of very personal songs. “It’s scary to be that vulnerable, but it’s easier to sing how I felt rather than say it,” Castleman shares. “This record has something for everyone—the thinkers, the dancers, the dreamers, the guitar players and singers, and the lonely ones… this is for you.”
3. “L’S & P’S (feat. Real Boston Richey)” – Dumar 1k
Switching genre gears is Floridian rapper Dumar 1k‘s latest, “L’s & P’s (feat. Real Boston Richey).” The release not only features an entrancing trap beat, but it showcases the fluidity of Dumar 1k’s spoken rap and succinct storytelling. The single finds the artist at the forefront of his music career, with his 2024 breakout track, “Penny Pincher,” at an all-time high of more than 140,000 Spotify streams. Check it out today.
4. “Model Train Town” – Petey USA
Next up is Petey USA‘s “Model Train Town,” a single that meshes together his signature angst, humor and honesty. The track delves into the complexities of friendship, specifically the uneasy helplessness that can arise when a loved one falls into the wrong crowd. With exhilarating electric guitar lines weaving seamlessly alongside Petey USA’s explosive, gritty vocals, “Model Train Town” crafts a completely unique soundscape.
5. “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” – STAR BANDZ
Last up is “Can’t Tell Me Nothing,” a vivid hip-hop anthem by Chicago-based rapper STAR BANDZ. Driven by confidence, the infectious track weaves together sharp hi-hats, subtle synths, intricate beats and crisp vocals. At just 16 years old, you won’t want to miss out on other hits by STAR BANDZ, including “4 Deep,” “Really Rare” and her “Yea Yea” remix.
What better way to get you through the next 24 hours than listening to these five indie, rap and rock hits? Give them a listen today!