There is no doubt, Banta’s smooth pop folk-rock sound is contagious. Led by Sharaya Mikael on vocals and guitar, this awesome indie band will have you moving, grooving, and left wanting more. We were so happy to have Banta perform at Darling’s most recent Issue 8
(It's almost!) Summertime and the livin' is easy. This season is all about pool parties, barbecues and positive vibes. But what would any of that be without some good tunes to accompany them? We've got you covered like SPF this month with a perfect mix
All it takes is a few seconds into "Circles" —one of the latest tracks by machineheart —and you'll find yourself clicking repeat to keep this catchy single going. Without being overly pop-y, machineheart strikes a balance between organic vibe and addictive rhythm, with lead vocalist Stevie Scott
Moving closer into summer, let's get out of town for a bit. Unless you are, or were, a resident
We don't do this often, but in the case of Kickstarter (to which we owe the production of our very first issue!) we felt it necessary and incredibly exciting to share the pursuits of one of our own here at Darling: the vocal talent of managing
After a long, confusing, and mostly frigid winter, the month of April is a beacon of hope that life will once again return to normal in the form of fragrant flowers and spring showers. As somber as the rain may sometimes seem, those days that
Today we're pleased to introduce you to the hauntingly beautiful, yet incredibly inspired sounds of Joseph, three sisters from the Pacific Northwest who quit their nannying jobs to take to traveling and playing the West Coast. With their debut album, Native Dreamer Kin, out just
South By Southwest is the mothership of music festivals. It's where bands and singer/songwriters have the opportunity to play in front of a feast of industry and fan ears alike. While there are hundreds of live performances to choose from, here are our favorites from
We are so excited to share with you dreamers the newest release from singer/songwriter Paris Carney. A woman who seeks to uphold true femininity with strength, integrity, and that certain joie de vivre, we're big fans of her genuine heart and powerhouse talent. Be sure
Saint Valentines Day: a time to celebrate affection, friendship, romance, and unconditional love. Whether your plans are to spend this February 14th with that certain special someone or gathering with your closest of friends, you mustn't do it in silence! Our mixtape for you this month
An entire year of music, summed up into one list
Welcome back to the most wonderful time of the year! December has whisked its way in with a flurry of silver streamed tinsel, dangling mistletoe, mulled wine and warm cider. We’re feeling the Yuletide spirit and wanted to send you off into the holidays with
In 2012, Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff started LSTN—a music startup based in West Hollywood, CA—to give back through the power of music while providing unique products that sound amazing and look great. They figured, guitars, violins and pianos are made of wood—why not headphones?
Happy Valentines Week! I love celebrating this holiday, sometimes its sweet and other times it's just bitter sweet! This month’s mini mix features some brand new tunes I couldn't be more excited to share. Wherever you are in life and in love, there is sure
If there’s anyone who defines the Dreamer persona, it’s Kelci Smith. This lovely young woman is one of the frontrunners of the dream folk-rock band, kindlewood, and she’s here to share some insight into her life, her music, and her band. Read on to learn
With June holding the first day of Summer in it's arms carrying you into the heat of July, I thought that music that felt like warm sun on your arms with the windows down would be the perfect fit for this month's mini mix. This
The theme to this month's mini mix is transition. For me, this mix is the perfect combination of embracing the exciting newness of a change ahead, while coexisting with that natural resistance to a shift that is certain to occur. Transitions are inevitable, whether we
So freely did Elvis Presley “bump, grind, and shimmy” around on stage that Ed Sullivan pronounced him “unfit for a family audience” in the 1950s. However, after selling millions of hit singles, in 1956 Sullivan reluctantly hired Elvis to perform, yet still insisted that Presley
Few things make me happier than listening to a good love song, and Valentine's Day is the perfect excuse to listen to love songs all day, and on repeat. This mini mix is a selection of sugary sweet tunes that I feel like I just
This singing duo of M. Ward and Zooey Deschanel began as an unexpected collaboration in 2006. Now they have given us delightful Christmas cheer through their album A Very She & Him Christmas. These classic tunes harken to the past but keep us in the