New Tracks

Obscure Sound: Best of March 2014

I was able to clock this compilation at around one hour exactly. I think it’s a great 60 minutes, one that follows the recent months’ trend of catering almost exclusively to the

The Lockhearts – “FREAKSHOW”

Energetic Australian rockers The Lockhearts blend the anthemic hard-rock of groups like Cheap Trick with a dash of contemporary glam. New single “FREAKSHOW” is an energetic tour-de-force that is ceaselessly pulsating, centered

Lael Summer – “Too Much”

Lael Summer’s soulfully infectious delivery is reminiscent of two bits of nostalgia for me: classic soul tracks from Tarantino’s Jackie Brown, and Style Council efforts featuring Dee Lee on lead vocals. Both of

Hunter & Wolfe – “Please”

Brooklyn-based duo Hunter & Wolfe separate themselves from many in the Williamsburg indie-rock scene, opting for Elliott Smith/Jeff Buckley naturalism as opposed to stylistic gimmicks or image-first presentations. At many points throughout their

Simon Adams – “Our Man”

Simon Adams has traveled the world — teaching in Indonesia, and eventually finding a home in Seoul, South Korea. Throughout this travels, he has kept his hand on the pulse of the

Little Dragon – “Paris”

The always-stylish Little Dragon deliver more intoxicating synth-pop goodness with “Paris”, which balances nonchalant synth pattering with French whispers and Yukimi Nagano’s sharp croon. Zane Lowe, who premiered the track, considers Little

Onie – “Love Me”

Based out of Lille, France, electronic producer Onie makes music ideal for nighttime driving. At least that’s the case on “Love Me”, a slice of ’80s-tinged seduction that balances tranquil female pop vocal

Tangiers – “End of the World”

Tangiers are a young garage-rock band out of Philly. Their debut EP, End of the World, touts a fuzzy lo-fi recording style, but it’s an enjoyable element that adds to the talented allure

New Albums

villafeign – ‘Tragically True’

Tragically True is a consuming new album from NYC-based artist villafeign, moving seamlessly between driving, high-energy rock and moments of reflective intensity.

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Alessiah – ‘Obscentra’

The gripping debut album from Alessiah, Obscentra marks her bold step into adulthood and artistic self-realization. Building on nearly a decade in

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Christian List – ‘Beach’

The riveting new album from Christian List, Beach shows the talented songwriter expanding his sound with a fuller, band-driven approach. The release

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