salxgao are a duo capable of gripping, haunting soundscapes. New track “pitter patter” finds both sal and gao interchanging the vocal lead, as distant percussion and murky synths accompany jazzy keys in
New Tracks
“Arboretum” is a lush and caressing success, whose general vibe reminds me of spacey futurism, and more specifically the nostalgia of the Phantasy Star Online soundtrack. ’80s-inspired synth tones emerge to start,
“The City” is a swooning new track from Ruby Randall, highlighting the artist’s suave vocal presence and melodic songwriting. She’s at work on her second solo EP, with “The City” the first
DDLO (Descargas de la Onda) are an act from Oakland with a new take on Latin jazz, combining aspects of alternative rock, flamenco, soul, and spoken word into a lively and exotic
Canadian rockers The Goldwyn Experiment released their new album, Avenue B, on September 7th. The project of Goldwyn Thandrayen, also known as the guitarist in Montreal rock group Psychocide, The Goldwyn Experiment
“The Darkest City” is a moving rocker from Continua, the project of previously featured Bishop Battle and Floridan bassist Brian Buckalew. After some collaboration in the summer of 2006, the two went
Port Angeles trio Crushwater impress on their new EP, The Cactus Storm, featuring five tracks that meld a vein of soft-rock with engaging male-female vocal harmonies and riveting strings. Such is evident
B. Mills is an artist from Washington, DC, whose blend of hip-hop, R&B, and soul combines with lyrics that reflect a yearning for peace, unification, and perseverance. His new album, The Life
New Albums
A riveting display of new-wave and post-punk precision, Videopticons is the new album from Vancouver-based trio The Zaxons. Built on catchy rhythms,
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An immersive prog-rock concept album, Scenes from a Revolution is the stellar new release from New Jersey-based collective Forgotten Roads. The ambitious
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Steeped in memorable folk and Americana portrayals of modern tumult and perseverance, New Scrolls is the personal new album from Connecticut-based singer-songwriter
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A beautifully cohesive collection of memorable songwriting, Lovers’ Lament is the debut four-track EP from London-based singer-songwriter Suze Harper, originally from New
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