“Where I Want to Be” – The Dangerous Summer

Don’t question why this song is free just download this hard-rocking, emotional rollercoaster track before it’s too late.

“There for the Taking” – Lou Rhodes

Lou Rhodes voice sounds as if it’s tearing through your chest. “There for the Taking” definitely grips your heart with its haunting, mournful melody. Her ghost-like rhythmic arrangements keep you absorbed in the short, crisp lyrics. This track will make you seek out other songs she had done.

“The Age of Anxiety” – Virgin Islands

Released in November of last year the hard hitting musicianship of this Seattle band’s track will have you playing your best air-guitar. Do the lyrics matter – probably. But you have plenty of time to figure that out once you’ve downloaded it.

“Annalee” – Ellis Paul

After listening to “Annalee” you’ll be wondering why Ellis Paul isn’t better known? This well crafted song that reflects the influences of rock and folk should be heard everywhere you go. If his recent album “The Day After Everything Changed” is remotely as amazing as this track, then get that too.

“Gramma (Blue Ribbon Sparkler Trailer Heaven)” – Lana Del Ray

The sing-song rhyme scheme of this track will have you absentmindedly singing this track – and that’s a good thing. Don’t let the new age influence of this tune put you off either. It’s worth the listen and the lyrics actually have something to say. It’s not a throwaway or a kitschy type of song. Definitely download it.

“Straight Lines” – Charlotte Hatherly

For the most part the new year has brought free downloads that are worth listening to. Unfortunately “Straight Lines” is not one of those songs. Although it has a familiar ‘80s flavor that would normally have you nostalgic for this era it goes on too long and is jarring to the ear. Essentially it’s a waste of musicianship that shouldn’t be taking up space in your mp3 player.

“Hum” – Jenn Mierau

It’s not bad, but it’s not great either. Mierau’s constant whispering throughout the track is a turn-off. If she had sung this track in a normal voice it might be worth the free download. Instead of trying to raise the volume of your mp3 player skip this.

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