The SoundMarket is a destination for exploring offbeat, oft-forgotten songs that have caught our collective ear. We are an open resource for all in search of affecting music that lies beyond the scope of the standard search algorithm. 

We search high and low for cool tunes. In that light please feel free to send us songs you yourself consider worthy of a wider audience. The songs you recommend need not be obscure, but entertaining in one way or another.

Send us your current faves:

[ bb@soundmarket.com ]

We also serve as a musical advisory for creative projects, advertising, television, film, seeking either particular song ideas or full project oversight. Our team is a subversive throng of nerdy nushnicks, knee-deep in buried or bygone tunes left off many a  playlist. Our selection process is not based on algorithms; we filter for music that sounds good based on our particular tastes. Each chosen song has distinctive qualities that set it apart and warrant further exploration. 

The SoundMarket song filter relies on shining a light on songs slightly off the beaten path, numbers never known, perhaps long forgotten, or just worth a second consideration. Indeed, not every song we feature is obscure;  what may be familiar to some may be old hat to others.  We dig for diamonds and hope to expand musical horizons across all fronts.

The plan is to fully categorize the tracks and offer more than the sampling here but our current work-in-progress approach is to use the streaming services for samples, and present the songs scatter-shot to offer a diverse listening experience.

Given the subjective nature of our list, we encourage everyone to suggest songs they believe deserve recognition. We welcome you to reach out to us and share your musical gems, as we aim for  SoundMarket to be a go-to platform for exciting music discoveries.

Contact:  bb@soundmarket.com

 About the SoundMarket  Advisory :

The SoundMarket provides flexible musical advisory services for those seeking alternative song ideas for advertising, television, film, or any creative project. 

Focusing on overlooked music, we are adept at uncovering viable songs outside the normal selection process. We aim to captivate listeners with songs that evoke emotional responses, enhancing the underlying message or desired tone. If you connect with the music, you’ll resonate with its message.

Our hope is for this platform to be a go-to destination for individuals with similar musical preferences or those looking to broaden their musical horizons.

For more information on utilizing SoundMarket music research and advisory, please contact:  bb@soundmarket.com

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Johnny Coolman

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Johnny Coolman

Toots & the Maytals 

legends of reggae blossom in full flower, assisted by Derek Trucks’ glittering guitar