A compellingly high-energy melding of prog-rock and eclectic jazz fusion enamors on “Charlie Backwards,” a track from Boston-based artist Marc Soucy. Its recording took place in 1983, in a Dracut, Massachusetts stone
New Tracks
Bridging dreamy intrigue and brooding alt-pop fervor, “Like a Fiend” is a riveting new single from Nashville-based artist mel denisse. Quaint synth buzzes build into a jangly guitar drive, complemented by a
“I Will Stand” is a memorable new track from Raphael Davison, who describes the release as “about standing up with those who are demonized and vilified.” Pulsing, warming guitars and a reflective
A heartrending new track from NYC-based project Desk Job., “Camellia” compels in its reflective, smitten ardor. The track reflects on the early, fleeting magic of a now decade-long relationship, swelling from folk-set
“Sam’s Hill” is a suavely impactful track from Matt Monsoor, unveiling a memorable folk and rock cohesion. The debonair vocals vocals emit a heady lyrical prowess with adventurous qualities — “sailing on
A spirited rock breeziness charms on “Undertow,” the latest single from Good Days. Led by duo Eric Ronick and Michael Cannova, the production excels in its evolution from understated vocal introspection and
Jangly guitars and a jazz-inspired chord progression delight on “Worth,” a new single from CHAFT. The solo project of multi-instrumentalist Derek Miller caught our ears last year with standout tracks like “High”
Described as “a song about the power of a physical space,” “Antique Mall” is a memorable new track from Sleep Habits. The project of New Orleans-based multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Alan Howard captivates
New Albums
Prague-based label Kitty Kant Collective unveils Compilation Volume Two, an 18-track solarpunk cassette and zine. Moving across garage-punk, folk, and ambient textures,
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New Orleans-based band The Drupes deliver a stellar self-titled debut album. Fusing ’60s-revival pop, harmonious rock, post-punk, and Britpop charm, the guitar-driven
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Swansea-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Emlyn’s album Passing Craze showcases his prolific, wide-ranging songcraft. Blending 1960s folk-influenced melodies, spacey synths, and touches of piano,
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A fantastic display of emotively impactful folk songwriting, Sirens is the debut full-length album from New York-based singer-songwriter Ryan Rickenbach. Produced by
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