“Playing Pretend” is an alluring new single from Aaron Bogin, weaving introspective lyrics with glistening guitars and soaring vocal layers. Written during a songwriting course with Adrianne Lenker of Big Thief, the
New Tracks
Expanding from trickling subduedness into a hypnotic slowcore-forward array of layered guitars, “Brotherhood of Sleep” is a resonating new single from William Covert, a Chicago-based artist long immersed in the city’s experimental underground.
“Ice Cream” is a standout track from Danish/Turkish artist BÜNNI, the project of Bünyamin Eroglu, who crafts music that feels at once playful and deeply emotive. Here, shimmering soundscapes and twangy guitars
“ROSE PETAL” is the new single from South Carolina-based artist <3peace., blending melodic vocals, hypnotic guitar tones, and atmospheric synth flourishes with enveloping immersion. Written, performed, and produced entirely by <3peace. in
A track that dazzles in its smitten charm, and glistening pop/rock synergy, “Crush on You” is an amiable success from Amsterdam-based act Tonneau. First catching our ears last year with the playful
Asheville, NC-based artist Pretty Little Saturday returns with “Tangerine,” a poignant single that merges introspective lyricism with stirring melodic warmth. Written between the stillness of the mountains and the energy of Los
“Unknown Soldiers (Veterans Edition)” is a stirring new track from Seattle-based band The Higher Desires, who meld a rousing rock sound with evident lyrical veneration for veterans and the hardships they endure.
Texas-based artist Ethan Pacheco moves seamlessly from folk-ready sentimentality to a passionate rock swell on new single “Yesterday’s Dress.” His ability to balance subtle vulnerability with surging intensity is on full display
New Albums
NYC-based collective Paper Nova enthralls with a range of theatrical vocals, moody guitars, and adventurous rock dynamics throughout their new album, Black
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Ambient jazz, world music, and cinematic instrumentation converge across Michael J McEvoy‘s memorable album Terra Cognita, featuring legendary Brazilian percussionist Airto Moreira.
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Chamber-pop melodies and intricate arrangements envelop throughout Ben Lester’s self-titled debut, a 13-track collection shaped by his admiration for Brian Wilson. Released
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Classic post-punk rhythms and shimmering synth-pop textures define Chicago trio FRENCH INHALER‘s debut album PRACTICED LINES, where live bass and drums meet
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