Author: Santa Rosa Records

0037: Bobby T. Lewis – Moon Pie (2020)

Sunday, November 29th, in the infamous year of 2020, Bobby T. Lewis released his debut single “Moon Pie” on the independent label, Santa Rosa Records.

The coming out track is a gentle and soothing meditation upon the delicate nature of life. A winsome melody in low fidelity. Indeed, a beacon of iridescent light in a cosmos enshrouded in mist and confusion. In summary, the song entails the long and lonesome journey back home, with only the moonlight to light the way, and seems to bring comfort to all who listen.

“I figured it wasn’t good enough to release, so I shelved it. I was still finding my voice. It is far from perfect. I hope that you enjoy.” – Bobby T. Lewis

“Moon Pie”, along with the rest of the tracks off of Bobby’s upcoming album “Mighty was Your Light” (release date slated for 12/6/2020) were recorded shortly after the birth of his son, next to a crib that Bobby’s parents had bought for him.

The music was written by Bobby T. Lewis. Christopher Mitchell was the Director of Photography, Alex Ke the First Assistant Camera, and the enchanting animation was done by the one and only Chase Mussey. And a special thanks to Chris Hanzek, Jordan Essary, and Mike Parish @ 424 Recording.

“Moon Pie” was recorded on four-track cassette — all hail analog. Procure the single today over on bandcamp, and be sure to give Bobby a follow on Spotify!

Santa Rosa Radio | Ep. 2

The second episode of Santa Rosa Radio, hosted by Jesse Gilmore, showcases a diverse mashup of underground music ranging from alternative folk to conscious lo-fi hip-hop infused with subtle elements of grunge.

This episode features The Wivez, Drixxie, Nehemiah, The Timeless Brides, Fred De Mercedes Eumenides Stoner Band, Dean Rivers, The Blank Tapes, Bernardo Levi, Dope Lemon, Fatboy Wilson and Old Viejo Bones, Flightless, and Old Kerry McKee.

The footage for episode 2 was shot by Kiril Dobrev, a photographer and filmmaker from Cape Town, South Africa. Support Dobrev: https://www.patreon.com/kirildobrev

Tracklist:

1. The Wivez – Let’s Get Serious [Stream]

2. Drixxie – I’m Not a Gardener [Stream]

3. Nehemiah – American Dreams [Stream]

4. The Timeless Brides – Nervous Summer [Stream]

5. Fred De Mercedes Eumenides Stoner Band – Perro Del Mar Negro [Stream]

6. Dean Rivers – I Miss You Dear [Stream]

7. The Blank Tapes – Pure Evil [Stream]

8. Bernardo Levi – Abisso OK [Stream]

9. Dope Lemon – Dope & Smoke [Stream]

10. Fatboy Wilson and Old Viejo Bones – Black Snake [Stream]

11. Flightless – Double Down [Stream]

12. Old Kerry McKee – House of the Rising Sun [Stream]

Santa Rosa Radio is available to stream on YouTube, Spotify, Google Play, SoundCloud, iTunes, iHeartRadio, TuneIn (Amazon Alexa), Deezer, and Stitcher.

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Santa Rosa Radio | Ep. 1

The first episode of Santa Rosa Radio, hosted by Jesse Gilmore, exhibits an eclectic mix of underground dream-pop and experimental folk music in low-fidelity. The episode features Kid Indigo, The Kerosene Hours, Ivory Weeds, Mind Shrine, Hieronymus Harry, and Lychnis.

The footage for this episode was cut and edited by Jesse Gilmore.

Tracklist:

  1. Kid Indigo – Take Me [listen]
  2. The Kerosene Hours – Hang On [listen]
  3. Ivory Weeds – 13 [listen]
  4. Mind Shrine – Sad TV [listen]
  5. Hieronymus Harry – Yellow Death [listen]
  6. Lychnis – To Return From Astral Projection [listen]
  7. Mind Shrine – Elevator or Stairs [listen]

Santa Rosa Radio is available to stream on YouTube, Spotify, Google Play, SoundCloud, iTunes, iHeartRadio, TuneIn (Amazon Alexa), Deezer, and Stitcher.

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0035: Daniel Ruiz – Saturn’s Rings Got Replaced by an Ad (2019)

Today, on September 10th, 2019, Daniel Ruiz released Saturn’s Rings Got Replaced by an Ad on the independent music label, Santa Rosa Records.

The album is a cryptic slow dance through the psychedelic seas of broken hearts and unsung lullabies. It’s an evolution of sound that very well could be approaching the sonic apex.

Now sit back, burn one down, and soak in the heavy vibrations from the poet of despair, Daniel Ruiz. You’ll be sad if you don’t.

The EP will soon be available on cassette, and vinyl in the near future. Please stay tuned my friends. And don’t forget to give Ruiz a follow on Spotify.

0034: Henry Raker – Holy Shapes (2019)

On August 30th, 2019, Henry Raker released ‘Holy Shapes’ on the independent label, Santa Rosa Records.

The album is a conscious stream of semi-freeform alternative jazz packaged in a flowing five part suite that seems to bleed the artistic brilliance of a young, and emerging experimental artist.

The lyrics seemingly capture those sort of spiritual and unexplainable experiences we all seem to share, yet tend to forget. So, when you’re having your next existential meltdown, simply set aside your anxiety and turn on some Henry Raker.

‘Holy Shapes’ is now streaming on all major platforms, and vinyl records and cassettes are also on the horizon. Be sure to keep up with Raker on Instagram. And give him a follow on Spotify!