Playlist: The Listening Station #146

TALKER
“Gold Rush”
@talkerceleste


“Gold Rush” by talker is her latest release and the first single off her upcoming album “Runaway Jane”. talker is the indie‑rock project of Celeste Tauchar, a Los Angeles–based singer‑songwriter known for sharp, emotionally honest songwriting and a blend of punk‑edged alt‑rock and intimate confessional pop. Her debut album “I’m Telling You the Truth” (2024) established her as a rising voice in the indie scene, praised for its raw self‑examination and cathartic energy. Across her work, she leans into themes of identity, vulnerability, and growing up, delivering them with a ix of grit, humor, and big‑hearted sincerity.

At times, she also appears on our playlist in the rock duo band Desperate Hauswives alongside fellow EYP featured artist Fiona Grey.

NIEVE ELLA
“Drive”
@nieveella


Nieve Ella is a rising UK indie‑pop artist known for confessional lyrics, warm melodies, and a youthful but emotionally sharp songwriting style. Her new single “Drive”, released in March 2026, is a confident, self‑assertive track built around themes of independence and emotional clarity, pairing breezy pop production with lyrics about reclaiming control and choosing her own pace. The official visualizer reinforces that energy with a stylish, late‑night aesthetic and a focus on movement and freedom.

BRIGITTE CALLS ME BABY
“I Can Take the Sun Out of the Sky”
@brigittecallsmebaby


“I Can Take the Sun Out of the Sky” is the second track we feature from the Chicago based rock band Brigitte Calls Me Baby, off their 2026 album “Irreversible”.

Brigitte Calls Me Baby is a Chicago alt‑rock band blending new wave, jangle‑pop, and post‑punk into a dramatic, cinematic sound driven by vocalist Wes Leavins’ crooner‑style delivery. Formed in 2022, they quickly built buzz opening for acts like Inhaler and Muse, pairing lush, retro‑leaning guitars with sleek modern production. Their debut album The Future Is Our Way Out (2024) cemented them as one of the most exciting new bands in indie rock, known for emotionally charged songwriting, stylish aesthetics, and a sound that feels both nostalgic and sharply contemporary.

THE SHERLOCKS
“Death of Me”
@thesherlocks
thesherlocksmusic.co.uk


The Sherlocks’ “Death of Me” is one of the band’s punchier, more anthemic indie‑rock tracks—built on tight guitar lines, a driving rhythm section, and Kiaran Crook’s urgent, melodic vocals. Lyrically, it leans into frustration, emotional tension, and the feeling of being pushed to a breaking point, all delivered with the band’s signature mix of grit and big‑room hooks. It’s a song that captures their knack for turning everyday turmoil into something energetic, catchy, and cathartic.

KID SISTR
“Maniac”
@kid_sistr


Kid Sistr are a Los Angeles indie‑pop/alt‑rock trio known for sharp humor, confessional songwriting, and glossy, hook‑driven production. Their new single “Maniac” pushes their sound into a bolder, more chaotic pop‑rock lane, built on punchy guitars, a spiraling vocal delivery, and lyrics about losing yourself in obsession and emotional overload. It keeps their signature blend of vulnerability and wit, but with a louder, more explosive edge that feels like the natural next step after tracks like “Shitshow.”

BROOKSIE
“Make It Real”
@brooksieboi


Brooksie is a rising UK indie singer‑songwriter known for warm, conversational vocals and a nostalgic, soft‑rock‑meets‑bedroom‑pop sound. His track “Make It Real” leans into that charm — a breezy, heartfelt song about wanting a connection to move from possibility to something tangible, carried by shimmering guitars and an easy, sunlit groove. It captures his signature mix of sincerity and laid‑back cool, the kind of track that feels tailor‑made for late‑night drives or slow, reflective mornings. The song was originally released in 2022.

INTERNET SASHA
“Waiting on a Moment”
@internetsasha


Internet Sasha is now a solo project led by Los Angeles artist Sasha Daniels, who’s shifted from her earlier duo format into a more intimate, self‑driven creative lane. Her song “Waiting on a Moment” captures that evolution — a moody, slow‑burn alt‑rock track built on hazy guitars, warm harmonies, and her signature blend of vulnerability and grit. Lyrically, it sits in that space between longing and hesitation, with Sasha’s voice carrying the emotional weight of someone stuck between what they want and what they’re afraid to say. It’s a strong statement of her new solo identity: raw, melodic, and quietly cinematic.

LYN LAPID
“Coraline”
@_lynlapid


Lyn Lapid is a Filipino‑American singer‑songwriter known for her bright, conversational vocals and emotionally candid pop storytelling. Her song “Coraline” leans into that signature style — a tender, cinematic track about wanting to protect someone who’s hurting, built on soft piano, swelling strings, and Lyn’s intimate, almost whispered delivery. It showcases her ability to turn small emotional moments into vivid narratives, blending vulnerability with a warm, melodic glow that’s become her hallmark. And yes, we did discover the song after her viral post of Kelly Clarkson, covering her song on her talk show.

PEARL DIVER
“Watch Me”
@hellokittylovergurl


Pearl Diver is an emerging indie‑rock artist from Bakersfield, CA., with a moody, atmospheric sound that blends shimmering guitars, soft‑grit vocals, and emotionally charged storytelling. Her song “Watch Me” captures that aesthetic perfectly — a slow‑burn, alt‑pop‑leaning track about reclaiming confidence and stepping into your own power while someone else underestimates you. Built on hazy textures and a rising sense of tension, it showcases her talent for pairing vulnerability with quiet defiance, making her one of the more compelling new voices in the indie space.

ECCA VANDAL
“SORRY CRASH!”
@eccavandal


Ecca Vandal is a boundary‑smashing Australian artist known for fusing punk, hip‑hop, electronic mayhem, and sharp pop hooks into a sound that’s as rebellious as it is meticulously crafted. Her track “SORRY! CRASH!!” channels that signature chaos — a high‑octane blast of distorted beats, rapid‑fire vocals, and swaggering attitude that feels like it could detonate at any moment. It’s loud, fearless, and wildly inventive, showcasing her talent for turning genre‑breaking experimentation into something instantly gripping and unmistakably her own.