Squares is a group from Washington, D.C., creating indie rock and pop to stay in your head for days. Created by multi-instrumentalist Chris Barrett, Squares aims to pay homage to Barrett's many musical influences and rock roots. Their first release, "S.O.S," captured a retro vibe with a modern twist. Now the group is back with their debut full-length record, Mountains. Chris explains that with this release, his "goal is to speak to the young person out there who doesn't have any idea what they want to do in the world and hopefully inspire and influence them to be passionate about music and pursue it because I was that young person. And music has been an absolute lifesaver for me."

- The MIC NJ Blog, Stephanie M.C. Janelli