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The Jammies is part music journal, part discovery guide. It’s a space to highlight indie artists, dive into catalogs of music, and help you find something new to jam to.  Each episode dives into fresh indie finds, newfound artists, and tips for uncovering great music. Whether you’re looking to expand your playlists or just want to discover some good tunes, The Jammies is here to be a go-to music discovery resource.  There’s more music out there than any one person could ever hear in a lifetime. The Jammies is simply an attempt to explore a small corner of it and bring the best songs to the surface. While the focus is on indie rock and indie folk, expect a healthy shuffle of other genres too. Jammies Playlists: Every episode comes with its own curated Spotify playlist so you can easily explore all the songs mentioned. Link to Spotify Playlists is below. Listen even without a paid subscription to Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/user/12121134777?si=b057e04df57d4ede Have a recommendation for the show or your own music you’d like to showcase? Email me at TheJammiesShow@gmail.com - I’d love to hear from you. Find everything The Jammies is working on at linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening. – Matt

  1. New Music & Current Rotation - March Midway Check-In - Episode 16.5

    6D AGO

    New Music & Current Rotation - March Midway Check-In - Episode 16.5

    This is a midway check-in episode of The Jammies, where I share what I’ve been listening to lately, highlight new and upcoming album releases, and offer a quick snapshot of the music shaping the next main episode. If you’re looking for new artists to check out or want some early context before the full monthly episode drops, this is a short, laid-back listen to catch you up on what’s been on repeat. Thanks again to my buddy Derek for the intro music!  Artists I know I will mention in episode 17:  The Technicolors (albums: Ultraviolet Disguise and Metaphysical).  spill tab (album: AngieAngieAngie) New and Upcoming Albums:  MOMENTUM! – Never Ending Fall – released March 6th.  Around The Fire – moondoggy – released March 6th.  Take Me With You – Mellow Swells – released March 13th. (first new music since 2023).  I HOPE THIS ISN’T THE END OF THE WORLD - Quarters – released March 13th. Broken View – Sam Barber - new album releasing April 3rd. (new single: Borrowed Time) Junkyard Cat EP – releasing April 3rd. (new single: Fool) New singles from reoccurring artists:  I've Always Been Strange - Codfish Somebody - Good Neighbours (off Blue Sky Mentality deluxe album released February 13th).  You and Me - Cameron Whitcomb Check out the music on the Jammies Playlist, link to Spotify below:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6rkeaWIgpHaBiq7ImrV0ON?si=syVBMwSdR46P1FvDeCS4RA&pi=V0ezBzO0SzmRa Catch you all on March 27th for the main episode (17)! Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    11 min
  2. The 4411, Magenta Wave, half-alive, almost monday, and more! The Music that Started My 2026

    FEB 27

    The 4411, Magenta Wave, half-alive, almost monday, and more! The Music that Started My 2026

    Episode 16 is packed after a very busy month in music!  The episode highlights The 4411, the first new band of the year that fully clicked, along with a deep dive into half-alive and why their upbeat, spirit-lifting sound has been in heavy rotation. I also talk about the magic with the artist Brookside, the small but memorable catalog of Wendy Lane, and the biggest recommendation of the episode - Magenta Wave. Other features include Paper Driver, almost monday, and a handful of newer artists worth keeping an eye on. On the release side, I cover Dogpark’s EP Corporate Pudding, Edgehill’s debut album Ode To The Greyhouse, plus a long list of standout singles from both returning favorites and new discoveries. The episode wraps with upcoming releases on the radar. P.S. Also checkout two songs I forgot to mention by Brookside: Sirens Pt. I and Sirens Pt. II.  Jammies Playlist Link Below:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0aiWer7LNJVGA0hHw82PPM?si=afqQSFGRTdqSEKrm3iCWbw&pt=f86baa58aa85eeaf763f38f3e47b6786&pi=YgdTyV2bTdyRP Everything else The Jammies is working on: linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    45 min
  3. New Music & Current Rotation – February Midway Check-In - Episode 15.5

    FEB 13

    New Music & Current Rotation – February Midway Check-In - Episode 15.5

    This is a midway check-in episode of The Jammies, where I share what I’ve been listening to lately, highlight new and upcoming album releases, and offer a quick snapshot of the music shaping the next main episode. If you’re looking for new artists to check out or want some early context before the full monthly episode drops, this is a short, laid-back listen to catch you up on what’s been on repeat. Thanks to my buddy Derek for the intro music!  Artists I know I will mention in episode 16:  The 4411 (forty-four eleven) - Brookside - Paper Driver - half-alive - almost monday - Magenta Wave New singles from reoccurring artists:  What's Next - Coal Dust - Dumb Waste of Nothing - All by Rum Jungle HEADLIGHTS - PERFECT WORD - both by Quarters Stupid POV - Margot Sinclair Shine - Creature Canyon In my life, I still need a place to go - Codfish New and Upcoming Albums:  Corporate Pudding (EP) – Dogpark. Released January 30th, 6 songs.  Under The Streetlights – Michael Marcagi. Released February 6th, 10 songs.  Ode to the Greyhouse – Edgehill. Releasing on February 13th, 9 songs, debut album!  Check out the music on the Jammies Playlist, link to Spotify below:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/285pkLI49hxikNzHs3Og4J?si=ldjcjE_DQPukZcrs4BAQbA&pi=R3_I66NmSv-O- Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    8 min
  4. The Jammies Awards 2025!

    JAN 16

    The Jammies Awards 2025!

    Welcome to The Jammies Awards 2025, a year-end indie music awards episode celebrating the best songs, albums, EPs, and artists of 2025. This special edition of The Jammies highlights standout indie rock, indie folk, alternative, and emerging artists that defined my year of listening. From breakout EPs and unforgettable singles to hidden gems and jammiest tracks. Featuring dozens of artist nominations and approved music throughout the episode, this is the most music-packed Jammies episode to date and a great guide for discovering new indie music heading into 2026. All music featured in this episode has been approved by the artists. If a nomination does not include music, it’s simply due to not hearing back in time. Thank you to every artist who responded and to everyone out there releasing music, the world is better because you do. Major Awards and Nominees:  EP of the Year Honorable Mentions: She Ain’t About It – Vision Arcade Otherworld – Rec Hall Nominees: Upstate – Brenn! The Garden – Bo Staloch where do we go from here – Nikki and The Barn Boys Fall Back – Florence Road Music for the Soul – Sam Barber Nostalgia – Sons of Habit It’s So Good To See You – Noah Richardson Your Name Stuck to My Teeth – Elias Hix Album of the Year Nominees: Recency Bias – Rum Jungle Colorado’s On Fire Again – Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Old Mervs – Old Mervs The Pit – Arcy Drive When I Change My Mind I Don’t Mean It – Chance Peña Dark – EDEN Breach – Twenty One Pilots bones – Rainbow Kitten Surprise Thinking Too Much – Joshua Slone Best Song of 2025 Nominees: For the Jets – Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Best I Know – Old Mervs Natural Disaster – Brenn! Spinning – Chance Peña City Walls – Twenty One Pilots Eraser – The Terrys Lonely Jester – Margot Sinclair Lights Fall – Arcy Drive Drowning – Nikki and The Barn Boys Backwards – Rum Jungle Artist of the Year Nominees: Richy Mitch & The Coal Miners Sam Barber Brenn! Vision Arcade Old Mervs Florence Road Who Ate All The Crayons Rec Hall Rum Jungle The Stews Best Artist Under 50,000 Monthly Spotify Listeners Nominees: Margot Sinclair Who Ate All The Crayons Nikki and The Barn Boys Junkyard Cat The Brungas The Debtors The High Lines Certainly So (honorable mention) Banger of the Year Golden – HUNTR/X One Of These Mornings – Zeds Dead Dead Or Alive – Evening Elephants Stone Man Rises (Wildcard) – Codfish Jammiest Song of the Year Nominees: Too Much To Lose – The Stews Best I Know – Old Mervs Don’t You Give Up On Me Yet – Jonah Kagen Golden – HUNTR/X Doubletake – Edgehill Eyes – Vision Arcade Even If You Do – Certainly So Supper – Who Ate All The Crayons The Jammies returns in 2026 on February 27, continuing with monthly indie music discovery episodes released on the last Friday of every month. Explore the Jammies Playlists for full context on every song and artist mentioned:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0GWa9NEHX6Gy3ijpJrghRz?si=jBBO888KSaOaVEPRji8hOg&pi=ELTjjFLIQgWMi&pt=ec54957ef120bf6dd178859c02b2960d Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    50 min
  5. 2025 Music Recap - Part Two: July–December (Year in Review)

    12/19/2025

    2025 Music Recap - Part Two: July–December (Year in Review)

    We’re closing out the 2025 Year in Review with a deep dive into the music that carried me through the second half of the year. This episode focuses on all the music that worked well for me from July through December, specifically the music that has stuck with me for months now, all the music I was ecstatic to get back to!   Along the way, I revisit artists like Florence Road, Certainly So, EDEN, Rec Hall, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Sam Barber, and many more. Going over all my favorite albums and EPs, as well as a long list of singles that I loved all summer, fall, and into winter.  This episode is about reflecting on what actually held up, highlighting key tracks, and wrapping up the year with a full snapshot of my listening habits. If you’re searching for indie music discovery, year-end music recommendations, or the best albums of 2025, this one ties everything together. Episode’s Spotify Playlist: Every song mentioned, all in one playlist (link below) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2OoGrKrDXJcHOwI9pmr0ic?si=h9k_Yb8sTyWTdKmdBKejKQ&pt=ad62bfe20fe3e3c9a8f51fc2b6c96775&pi=4qfR_DWUSl-yR Find everything else at linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    48 min
  6. 2025 Music Recap - Part One: January–June (Year in Review)

    11/28/2025

    2025 Music Recap - Part One: January–June (Year in Review)

    We’re kicking off the first half of the 2025 Year in Review with a massive dive into the artists, albums, EPs, and songs that stuck with me the most from January through June — the music I kept coming back to all year long. We start in January with two huge discoveries: the Strokes-flavored rock of Margot Sinclair and the slow-burn guitar ballads from The Stews. From there, we move into a packed February and March, where Rum Jungle’s Recency Bias and RMCM’s Colorados On Fire Again cement themselves as some of my most replayed albums of the year. March also brought one of my favorites overall — the debut self-titled album from Old Mervs, which absolutely delivered front to back. April keeps the streak alive with the long-awaited debut album from Arcy Drive, plus a deep return into the world of Brenn!, one of 2025’s standout folk/country voices. We also spend time with artists like Michael Marcagi, who slotted perfectly into that spring listening zone. In May and June, new favorites emerged: the emotional, cinematic songwriting of Bo Staloch, the rising indie-rock energy of Vision Arcade, and the fantastic EP where do we go from here from Nikki and the Barn Boys — along with a massive list of singles that colored the first half of the year. In this episode, I highlight 2–3 essential tracks for each artist or album, break down what made these releases special for me, and revisit the songs that truly held up months later. Episodes drop once a month, playlists are linked, and timestamps are included so you can jump right to what you want to hear. Episode’s Spotify Playlist: Every song mentioned, all in one playlist (link below) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BNdAVS2w23hYFnmJdTopC?si=8DCJt-YhRNKBClu_JC9wng&pi=iNxvGgDDQ1Cn4&pt=f05cb8357efa79847120670aaabd07f6 Linktree for everything else:  https://linktr.ee/TheJammies Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    49 min
  7. Who Ate All The Crayons, Sons of Habit, The Brungas, and A Whole Bunch of New Albums To Talk Over!

    10/31/2025

    Who Ate All The Crayons, Sons of Habit, The Brungas, and A Whole Bunch of New Albums To Talk Over!

    This month kicks off with four standout discoveries: Who Ate All The Crayons, Sons of Habit, The Brungas, and Jonny West. From there, we dive into a fresh round of Saucy Singles, including tracks from Superior Motive, My Brother Einstein, and Tommy Armour. To wrap it up, I share thoughts and impressions on a stacked lineup of new albums and EPs — with highlights from The Moss, Good Neighbours, WHATMORE, Twenty One Pilots, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, and more. As always, episodes drop once a month, playlists are linked, and timestamps are included so you can jump straight to what you want to hear. Episode's Spotify Playlist: all songs mentioned, all in one playlist (link below) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4mEk6gRfIddZfWj1M65TaE?si=cc2aa6de76294033 Linktree for everything else: linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    39 min
  8. Sam Barber, Maudlin Strangers, First Impressions on September Albums, and More! Artist Showcase: Noah Richardson

    09/26/2025

    Sam Barber, Maudlin Strangers, First Impressions on September Albums, and More! Artist Showcase: Noah Richardson

    This month kicks off with four fresh artists: Sam Barber, Maudlin Strangers, Boxrooster, and Miles Hardt. From there, we dive into 10 Saucy Singles that cover everything from groovy indie rock to emotional folk standouts. To wrap it up, I share my first impressions on a packed slate of new albums, including releases from Chance Peña, Jonah Kagen, Matt Maeson, Twenty One Pilots, and Briscoe. Plus, an Artist Showcase featuring Noah Richardson’s brand-new track “My Turn.” As always, episodes drop once a month, playlists are linked, and timestamps are included so you can jump straight to what you want to hear. Episode's Spotify Playlist, all songs mentioned all in one playlist (link below):  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0sJxM9ba7LQWOHr54fup0C?si=e6382519525549b8&pt=9bb7803eacc118f28bd2e2ca71b6078e Linktree for everything else: linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening! Reach out to the show via email TheJammiesShow@gmail.com -Matt

    44 min
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The Jammies is part music journal, part discovery guide. It’s a space to highlight indie artists, dive into catalogs of music, and help you find something new to jam to.  Each episode dives into fresh indie finds, newfound artists, and tips for uncovering great music. Whether you’re looking to expand your playlists or just want to discover some good tunes, The Jammies is here to be a go-to music discovery resource.  There’s more music out there than any one person could ever hear in a lifetime. The Jammies is simply an attempt to explore a small corner of it and bring the best songs to the surface. While the focus is on indie rock and indie folk, expect a healthy shuffle of other genres too. Jammies Playlists: Every episode comes with its own curated Spotify playlist so you can easily explore all the songs mentioned. Link to Spotify Playlists is below. Listen even without a paid subscription to Spotify. https://open.spotify.com/user/12121134777?si=b057e04df57d4ede Have a recommendation for the show or your own music you’d like to showcase? Email me at TheJammiesShow@gmail.com - I’d love to hear from you. Find everything The Jammies is working on at linktr.ee/thejammies Thanks so much for listening. – Matt

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  • Creator
    The Jammies
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Jammies
  • Show Website
    The Jammies - Music Recs