New Music 12/5/23: Little Trips - Die

From the dreamy minds of Denver-based artist's Greg Laut and Jason Paton comes Little Trips' 3rd single from their new body of work, "Die" via Staycation Records December 5th. Die is an energetic space-pop dance track with beautiful production, perfectly timed hooks, and pleasingly frantic soundscapes and arrangements that take the listener on an epic and adventurous sonic journey - a little trip.

Multi-instrumental writer/producers Greg and Jason of Little Trips bring a roster of collaborators onboard for this track. Die, the 3rd follow up to their debut LP Downhill to Paradise, continues to raise the bar by delivering an even more elevated, sophisticated, adventurous, and infectious sound that will leave you eager to hear more of what the duo has been making. With an array of cinematic soundscapes that include perfectly timed guitar riffs and psychedelic synthesizers that play perfectly around Laut's smooth, dreamy vocals and a beautiful driving indie disco-esque rhythm, Die delivers.

Look for more releases this year from Little Trips via Staycation Records.

New Music 11/24/23: Jake Reny Ft. Blushage - Fold

From the playfully jaded mind of Jake Reny, comes his 2nd label-release single, "Fold" (Ft. Blushage), an energetic and groovy indie pop gem out November 24th via Staycation Records. Fold is an extremely well-produced upbeat indie pop track with perfectly timed hooks, an array of groovy pop & rock instrumentation, and loaded lyrics that deliver a sophisticated and timeless sound.

Co written with friend Z (Blushage), Jake Reny delivers an infectious sound that's loaded with double entendre's and contemplative lines revolving around the game of poker that we call life. Featuring an array of soundscapes that include catchy riffs of perfectly timed guitar and a dynamic synthscape that plays perfectly around Reny's smooth yet slightly tense vocals and a groovy urban pop rhythm,"Fold" is a fantastic reflection on the many chances we're dealt in life. "I'm very proud of the lyricism. After years of working tirelessly to develop my writing and production, this song came together quick and “the energy was there." says Reny.

Jake Reny is an independent alternative pop artist born in Maine, USA currently living in Denver, CO. Jake writes and reflects on life's challenges & experiences and uses music as his outlet in hopes of providing listeners a comfort knowing that people don't have to go through the hardest and coolest parts of life alone.Look for more releases this year from Jake Reny via Staycation Records.

New Music 12/15/23: South of France Featuring Big Samir - Universal Order

With an ultra-dreamy psychedelic pop/rock soundscape, plenty of groove, and their trademark spacey textures, South of France is back with yet another dream-pop gem. “Universal Order” will be released via Staycation Records on 12/15/23, and features a sugary and albeit playful array of transcendent indie pop designed to deliver a hi-fi, blissed-out, hazy, saturated, experience that's loaded with moody bounce and sonic distinction.

Universal Order is a collaborative track written with and a featuring bilingual emcee Big Samir and is part of South of France's upcoming album, My Spirit Animal, My Baggage. The album is part solo effort and part collaborative and will feature a lengthy collection of songs produced by Jeff and and his collaborators Greg Laut (Little Trips), Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll), Big Samir (The Reminders - on this track), and many other international artists TBA.

From his hometown of Denver, South of France’s frontman Jeff Cormack has been building his own brand of dreamy international pop throughout the years upon dropping his first single in 2015. With songs featured in tv shows Bojack Horseman & Shameless and premier features and performances for publications such as American Songwriter, NPR, Rolling Stone and many others, it’s easy to see why South of France has been gaining buzz & opening for bands Portugal The Man, Young The Giant, Flaming Lips, Michigander, Tennis, Zella Day & many others

Big Samir is a bilingual emcee who has steadily made his mark on the hip-hop and World music scene. By bringing together the genres of hip-hop, soul, reggae, and African rhythms, his eclectic style in combination with his smooth flow (with which he seamlessly transitions from English to French) and his inspirational, socially conscious music. With his tantalizing performance ability and upbeat style, Samir has shared the stage with hip-hop heavyweights Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, and more. Samir is also 1/2 of the successful soulful Duo The Reminders, and the group is oft revered among contemporary hip hop circles.

New Music 12/05/23: South of France Featuring Big Samir - Trust The Process

With an ultra-psychedelic hip hop/pop soundscape, plenty of groove, and their trademark spacey textures, South of France is back with yet another hip hop/international-pop gem ft. Big Samir. "Trust The Process" out via Staycation records on 12/05/23, features a sugary and albeit playful array of transcendent hip hop and urban pop designed to deliver a hi-fi, blissed-out, hazy, saturated, experience that's loaded with sonic distinction.

Trust the Process is a collaborative track written with and a featuring bilingual emcee Big Samir and is part of South of France's upcoming album, My Spirit Animal, My Baggage. The album is part solo effort and part collaborative and will feature a lengthy collection of songs produced by Jeff and and his collaborators Greg Laut (Little Trips), Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll), Big Samir (The Reminders - on this track), and many other international artists TBA.

From his hometown of Denver, South of France's frontman Jeff Cormack has been building his own brand of dreamy international pop throughout the years upon dropping his first single in 2015. With songs featured in tv shows Bojack Horseman & Shameless and premier features and performances for publications such as American Songwriter, NPR, Rolling Stone and many others, it's easy to see why South of France has been gaining buzz & opening for bands Portugal The Man, Young The Giant, Flaming Lips, Michigander, Tennis, Zella Day & many others.

Big Samir is a bilingual emcee who has steadily made his mark on the hip-hop and World music scene. By bringing together the genres of hip hop, soul, reggae, and African rhythms, his eclectic style in combination with his smooth flow (with which he seamlessly transitions from English to French) and his inspirational, socially conscious music. With his tantalizing performance ability and upbeat style, Samir has shared the stage with hip-hop heavyweights Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, and more. Samir is also 1/2 of the successful soulful Duo The Reminders, and the group is oft revered among contemporary hip hop circles.

New Music 11/24/23: South of France - Time To Get By

South of France is back with plenty of dreamy dance-pop bounce, and a whole lot of their trademark groove and slap - their best work yet. "Time To Get By" will be released via Staycation records on November. 24th, and features a sugary and albeit playful array of contemporary and psychedelic indie pop that's been meticulously studio-crafted. "Time To Get By" is a groovy, low key, blissed-out indie dance track that's loaded with infectious groove, hooky melodies, and layers of detailed production.

Written produced and performed by Jeff Cormack and long-time friends and co-creators Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll) and Greg Laut (Little Trips). Time To Get By invokes a carefree classic feeling with lyrics and soundscapes that romanticize the idea of escaping to a simpler life, and aims to be a refreshing burst of escapism for the listener. The song is part of South of France's upcoming album, My Spirit Animal, My Baggage. The album is part solo effort and part collaborative and will'feature a lengthy collection of songs by Jeff and and his collaborators Greg Laut (Little Trips), Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll) and many international artists TBA.

From his hometown of Denver, South of France's frontman Jeff Cormack has been building his own brand of dreamy international pop throughout the years upon dropping his first single in2015. With songs featured in tv shows Bojack Horseman & Shameless and premier features and performances for publications such as American Songwriter, NPR, Rolling Stone and many others, it's easy to see why South of France has been gaining buzz & opening for bands Portugal The Man, Young The Giant, Flaming Lips, Michigander, Tennis, Zella Day & many others.

New Music 12/15/23: Jake Reny - Someone That I’m Not

From the playfully jaded mind of Jake Reny, comes the 3rd single of 2023 - "Someone That I'm Not", an energetic and anthemic indie pop gem out December 15th via Staycation Records. "Someone That I'm Not" is an upbeat indie dance track with perfectly timed hooks, a well-produced array of pop & rock instrumentation, and lyrics that deliver feelings of angsty, fleeting, nostalgia.

Jake Reny delivers a sophisticated and infectious summery sound that taps into the wide-spread sentiment of losing yourself, finding your way and redemption that will leave you eager to hear more of what the writer/producer has in-store. Featuring an array of soundscapes that include catchy guitar riffs and dynamic strings that play perfectly around Reny's smooth yet slightly tense vocals and a driving dance-rock rhythm,"Someone That I'm Not" is a intricately crafted dance track that's both cheerful yet melancholy.

Jake Reny is an independent alternative-pop artist born in Maine, USA Currently living in Denver, CO.Jake writes and reflects on life's challenges/experiences and uses music as his outlet in hopes of providing listeners a comfort knowing that people don't have to go through the hardest and coolest parts of life alone. Look for more releases this year from Jake Reny via Staycation Records.

New Music 1/5/24: South of France Featuring Big Samir - Expensive Space

With an ultra-psychedelic pop soundscape, plenty of groove, and their trademark spacey textures, South of France is back with yet another hip hop/international-pop gem ft. Big Samir. “Expensive Space” out via Staycation records on 1/05/24, features a sugary and albeit playful array of transcendent hip hop, urban pop, and soul designed to deliver a hi-fi, blissed-out, hazy, saturated, experience that's loaded with sonic distinction.

Expensive Space is a collaborative track written with and a featuring bilingual emcee Big Samir and is part of South of France's upcoming album, My Spirit Animal, My Baggage. The album is part solo effort and part collaborative and will feature a lengthy collection of songs produced by Jeff and and his collaborators Greg Laut (Little Trips), Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll), Big Samir (The Reminders - on this track), and many other internationalartists TBA.

From his hometown of Denver, South of France’s frontman Jeff Cormack has been building his own brand of dreamy international pop throughout the years upon dropping his first single in 2015. With songs featured in tv shows Bojack Horseman & Shameless and premier features and performances for publications such as American Songwriter, NPR, Rolling Stone and many others, it’s easy to see why South of France has been gaining buzz & opening for bands Portugal The Man, Young The Giant, Flaming Lips, Michigander, Tennis, Zella Day & many others.

Big Samir is a bilingual emcee who has steadily made his mark on the hip-hop and World music scene. By bringing together the genres of hip-hop, soul, reggae, and African rhythms, his eclectic style in combination with his smooth flow (with which he seamlessly transitions from English to French) and his inspirational, socially conscious music. With his tantalizing performance ability and upbeat style, Samir has shared the stage with hip-hop heavyweights Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, Lauryn Hill, and more. Samir is also 1/2 of the successful soulful Duo The Reminders, and the group is oft revered among contemporary hip hop circles.

New Music 11/10/23: South of France & CRL CRRLL - Leave Me Later (CRL CRRLL Remix)

South of France is back with CRL CRRL to bring you plenty of dance pop bounce and a whole lot of their trademark groove and slap in this soundscape-y house remix from CRL CRRL. “Leave Me Later” will be released via Staycation records on November 10th, and features a playful deep house and dance pop transformation of the original dream pop track, and the collaboration results in a low-key, blissed-out indie dance track that's loaded with infectious groove, hooky melodies, and layers of detailed production.

Written produced and performed by Jeff Cormack and long-time friend/co-creator Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll), Leave Me Later is part of South of France's upcoming album, My Spirit Animal, My Baggage. The album is part solo effort and part collaborative and will feature a lengthy collection of songs by Jeff and and his collaborators Greg Laut (Little Trips), Carl Carrell (Crl Crrll) and many others TBA.

From his hometown of Denver, South of France’s frontman Jeff Cormack has been building his own brand of dreamy international pop throughout the years upon dropping his first single in 2015. With songs featured in tv shows Bojack Horseman & Shameless and premier features and performances for publications such as American Songwriter, NPR, Rolling Stone and many others, it’s easy to see why South of France has been gaining buzz & opening for bands Portugal The Man, Young The Giant, Flaming Lips, Michigander, Tennis, Zella Day & many others.