“Like a Charm” is a stirring new single from dr.rift, the project of Winnipeg-based artist Kyle Halldorson. A psych-friendly pop sound enamors, propelled by a funk-tinged rhythmic backbone and doses of distorted
New Tracks
“The Girls in the Movies” is an affecting new track from Seattle-based singer/songwriter Laura Dawn. “I’m in hell when I’m without you,” an emotive vocal yearning exudes, set amidst moody acoustic strums,
Nashville-based artist Jack Shields unveils the first single from an upcoming EP with “Hit My Line,” an invigorating single that swells from introspective alternative into a grungy passion. “Waiting for the strength
A melodic melding of psych-rock, sophisti-pop, and bossa-nova rhythms captivates across “What’s It For?” — a track from Honestus. A repeating vocal pleading — “I want you to tell me what it’s
“Electric Fratboy” is a stirring track from Psych-O-Positive, who caught our ears last year with the gripping “Lipstick.” The band once again strut an artful rock charisma, intertwining debonair vocal dreaminess and
Nashville-based band Ducky Neptune compel on their recent single “Faces,” melding a post-punk guitar pulse and fierce vocal drive for a sound that reminds fondly of Interpol. Recorded in Muscle Shoals, “Faces”
An atmospheric art-pop envelopment unveils across “In Your Eyes,” a newly released single from London-based project Dissocia. Written and produced by Chris Hermon, the track thematically takes inspiration from isolation and dependency
London-based producer NUTRI3NT enthralls with a fusing of electronic atmospherics and calming folk on new single “Cold Outside.” The release was actually written during a heatwave, with its recording taking place in
New Albums
London-based guitarist Titus Maz digs into late-night introspection on his excellent album Midnight Station. Blending modern jazz, groove fusion, and cinematic textures,
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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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