New Tracks

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

Plastic Yellow Band – “She’s My Woman”

Plastic Yellow Band models more than just their name after John Lennon’s Plastic Ono Band. Just like that legendary group, Plastic Yellow Band revolves around a main songwriter/singer/producer – Gerry Jennings –

Hailer – “Digging Holes”

We last heard from Australian rockers Hailer in 2012 with excellent track “Spooky Clams“, which had glimpses of both Luke Haines’ hushed infectiousness and The Fall’s sporadic guitar-driven narratives. Their sound beckoned

New Albums

The Willis Ordeal – EP

London-based project The Willis Ordeal delivers an inviting and organic charm with their new four-track EP, recorded in a single day on

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Karey Lee – ‘REDEMPTION’

Karey Lee‘s new album REDEMPTION is a heartfelt testament to survival and rebirth, channeling rock, Americana, and soul into hard-won catharsis. “I

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Hollow Shift – ‘Reload’ EP

Athens, Greece-based duo Hollow Shift showcase a riveting darkwave sound across Reload, an EP that leans into pulsing electronics and nocturnal momentum.

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