“Out of the Dark” is an excellent new electro-pop single from Memoryy, previously featured with the anthemic “All My Love”. “Out of the Dark” is a darker-tinged, ’80s-inspired success that I’m even
New Tracks
East London four-piece White Kite “enjoy mixing synthesisers with drum machines and big distorted guitars”, evidenced well by their new track “Swans”. The synthesizers and drum machines take the initial lead here
Holy ’57 is a project out of London with a crisp and refreshing sound. Newly released single “Jep Shuffle” uses tropical-minded key arpeggios, surf-y guitar tones, and youthfully exuberant vocals reminiscent of
Copenhagen-based group Isra have a sparkling new single called “Truthtellers”, an infectious and summer-y effort that blends indie-pop with some very nifty electronic influences. Band member Hjalmar Littauer explains the track’s creation
Based out of Venice Beach, Eli Pearl’s early musical tastes were molded around portions of punk, soul, and glam-rock, leading to a distinctive musical direction that earned him regular spots in LA
VO5 provides a delightful blast from the past on “Aurora”, a gentle pop ballad that recalls serene singer/songwriter work of the ’60s and ’70s that wasn’t wary of sweeping, sometimes saccharine orchestral
Torquay five-piece Tourists will kick off single with the breezily infectious standout “Quiet Room”, which rides initially on glistening keys, shimmering guitars, and weightless vocals. The track follows their April single “Cut
Above are 27 of the most memorable tracks featured throughout May 2016. The SoundCloud app is recommended for mobile listening. For the Obscure Sound write-up on any of the featured acts/tracks, simply
New Albums
The second full-length from NYC-based band Adios Ghost, Happy House consumes in its melding of electronica, funk, rock, and beyond, marking a
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Recently released album Blue Without You showcases twelve timeless folk tracks spanning Pete Scales‘ fifty-year songwriting journey. From “Nebraska-esque” demos to soulful
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A wholly immersive album spanning from psych-rock soaring to chilly electronic soundscapes, The Old Man Who Lends Nostalgia marks a brilliant debut
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Camera Obscura is the excellent debut album from Belgian artist Scopitone, blending genre-spanning rock with haunting, cinematic soundscapes. The project of Vincent
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