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New Tracks
Bouncy synth pulses and soaring vocal passion delight on “Emotional,” an affecting new track from Better Animal, the collaborative project of Alex Thompson and Josh White. Hazy guitar jangles and an amiable
Thematically balancing the tension between healing and pain amidst a momentum-filled rock production, “The Same Thing” is a single out today from former north. Jangly guitar escalations and soul-searching lyricism enthrall across
“In Dreams” is a stirring rock success from Charleston-based band The Six Foot Tide, capturing a heartfelt Americana appeal with tender guitar twangs, soaring organs, and saxophone-touched warmness. Produced, mixed, and mastered
An impactful new track with dreamy mystique and commanding lyrical poignancy, “Stand Here” comes via Tether the Star, the Seattle-based trio comprising Maery Lanahan, Brian DeWeese, and Connor Hall. Released alongside a
A late-night alt-pop success with soulful vocal charisma and dynamic tonal charm, “Starlight” is a new single from Yeshi. An Ethiopian–English recording artist, singer, rapper, and DJ who was born in London
wesley david's new track "Silent Rides" pairs road-worn reflection with ’90s-tinged warmth, blending twanging guitars, steady rhythms, and subtle psychedelia into a moving listen.
“Part of Me” is a catchy pop success from Cult Caves, the Salt Lake City-based project led by Tyson Henrie. Peppy rhythms, a bouncy bass push, and illuminated synths combine with a
New Albums
An accomplished year for Post Death Soundtrack with the project’s riveting sixth full-length, GRIST. Already impressing this year with the WHITE DOVE
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A consuming new EP from Chloe Dunn, Blossom showcases a sound steeped in dynamic allure — ranging from singer-songwriter and folk to
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Hamtramck, Michigan-based artist MARA WANNA consumes across her new album, how dreadful — navigating grief and growth with inventive, hook-driven artistry. Blending
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Impressing in both its superb original songwriting and covers of Christmas classics, What Stops Time is an alluring new EP from Shiny
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