Dancing Shadows is an impactful EP from Raven Ives, whose self-described “darkgaze” sound succeeds in its chilly soundscapes and palpable emotion — melding “bits of darkpop, alt-pop, goth-pop, gothic, trip-hop, hip-hop, doom,
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Chilly piano and fervent strings complement a gripping vocal precision on “PROSPERITY,” showcasing a strong hip-hop sound from Proklaim. Catching our ears earlier this year with the track “STARFALL,” the Namibia-based artist
An invigorating rock sound persists throughout “Illusions of Truth,” a track from Jari Salmikivi, a Swedish-Finnish guitarist, composer, and producer. Taking inspiration from acts like Dream Theater, an engaging aesthetic finds a
Stockholm-based band Aggressive Soccer Moms unveil a gripping sound on “The Doppler Effect,” a track from their upcoming album, Naw Yuck City, out in December. Alt-rock and post-punk intertwining enthuse across this
Stockholm-based band Marble Mammoth preview their upcoming EP, Misty Days, with the new single “Glitch” — building seamlessly from jumpy rock intrigue into blistering distortion. Twinkling keys add a debonair chilliness to
Stirring piano and emotive vocals carry throughout the powerful new single “In A Vacuum,” a standout from Jenny Räisänen. The Finnish singer/songwriter — based now in Limerick, Ireland — explores themes of
Woodstock-based artist Matthew Hayes Jacobs shows an enveloping sound throughout “What Wonders,” melding brisk acoustics with touches of synths and electric guitar infusions. The track represents the first release from Hayes under
Chicago-based artist Nikho unveils a compelling tech house sound throughout “Enough (Original Mix),” strutting a club-friendly danceability in its pulsing percussive radiance and crisply nocturnal synth tones. Rhythms take sole focus initially,
New Albums
Minneapolis-based quartet Wastrels return after six years with a fantastic self-titled album, blending immersive shoegaze textures, head-nodding post-punk grooves, swirling guitars, and
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Detroit-based artist Ramo Z‘s two-track EP I hate parties captures nightlife with heart, blending introspective indie-dance and house-ready energy. “strobe lights” hypnotically
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Nashville-based singer-songwriter Mary Jennings delivers an impassioned sound across Pyrotechnicolor, a six-track EP written over the span of a decade. Blurring pop,
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Washington, DC-based band Broke Royals explores a wide spectrum of sounds on their new album Campr, spanning enjoyable realms of rousingly anthemic
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