A stylish, debonair rocker from Portland-based artist Vonnie Kyle, “Here and Still Alive” explores the lingering effects of a toxic romantic relationship within a memorable production that sounds parts spy-theme and garage-rocker.
New Tracks
New York-based multi-instrumentalist Lucas Player exudes a wintry, tranquil mystique on new single “More Than You.” Calming piano layers accompany a slight, trickling ambient effect underneath as the haunting vocals emerge. Steady
A compelling track that infuses traditional Celtic charm amidst a memorable folk/rock fusing, “Another Sunny Day/Star of Monster” comes via Jack O’ the Clock. They describe the release as a “character-based song
Immersing with its brisk bass lines, debonair vocal rises, and erupting guitar lines, “Breadcrumbs” is a melodic rock success from Portland-based band Risley. Twinkling guitar twangs pair with the vigorous rhythms as
A riveting journey of a track from Washington DC-based musical collective Talk to Your Neighbor, “Knock” stirs in its eclectic range — immersing from haunting folk minimalism to jazz-touched rhythmic intensity. “I’m
Lush synths and soaring guitar ardency intertwine on “Weirdo,” a memorable track from Mad Bad World. The project comes via multi-instrumentalist Matt Battle. Originally from Rochester, NY, Battle has worked as a
Drew Elder unveils a stylish chamber-pop immersion on recent single “Narrow Creek,” described by the artist as taking inspiration “by the value of being in nature.” Pit-pattering percussion and heartfelt, cinematic strings
A powerful sound emanates within “Here to Stay,” a recent single from Moez Masoud, an artist based in Cairo, Egypt. The release is dedicated to the children of Palestine and Lebanon, suffering
New Albums
New York-based Canadian artist Melissa Geurts creates what she calls “nervous system anthems,” set within a consuming dark synth-pop aesthetic. Her sophomore
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Brooklyn-based artist Sanford: returns with the expansive Big Tent Revival, a self-produced record that picks up exactly where his previous effort, Extinguished
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The project Hunki Dori embraces a lushly absorbing, atmospheric minimalism on the album Ciclo. Warm, detailed productions excel with gorgeous soundscapes, also
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Philadelphia-based band Cigarettes for Breakfast embrace bedroom-project origins with their excellent colour wheel EP, a follow-up to their acclaimed 2025 sophomore LP
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