A rousing rock single from Hertfordshire, UK-based act Maystones, “Meltdown” melds moody guitar tones with the vocals’ delectably dark foreboding — finding a compelling middle ground between exhilarating alt-rock and atmospheric post-punk.
New Tracks
Quaintly serene synths and mellow vocal aspirations lead “Never Too Young,” an engaging new track from Chicago-based artist Abigail Arkley. “I wrote this in a time of deep searching for meaning and
Developing from hypnotic rock intrigue into a swell of invigoration, “my blue heaven” is a new track from FHMY, also featuring AQL. FHMY — who grew up in Cairo, Egypt — describes
Philadelphia-based rockers In Lieu of Roses captivate with a bursting rock sound on new single “The Gray,” melding nostalgic introspection with commentary on present cultural and societal erosion. Thematically, the track explores
Brooklyn-based artist Lowah crafts a chilly synth-pop allure on new single “Double Sided,” infusing calming piano tones and sparkling synth adornments. The project represents the work of Vince Simpson, who notes that
A recent track from Los Angeles-based artist Mark Fain, “Meri Misery” exudes a hauntingly nostalgic psych-rock and folk intertwining, balancing an intriguing daze with more radiant vocal reflections. The songwriter, producer, and
Denver-based band Slow Dance consume on their debut single “Little Missouri,” infusing soaring guitars and glistening synth tones for a sound that reminds fondly of The War on Drugs. The project, fronted
Playful piano, buzzing guitars, and radiant vocal layers enamor throughout “Modern Apathy,” a consuming pop single from Norway-based duo Bellefolie. “I was hopping off trees, into modern apathy,” the vocals let out
New Albums
Blending orchestral chambergaze with melancholic fuzz rock, Breach is the stunning debut album from Detroit-based ensemble harper. The album’s title track opens
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A conceptual, modular synthesis experiment, life is the artistic new album from Brooklyn-based project ko.valainen. Dividing human existence into eight distinct states
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An affecting debut album drawn from genuine reflections and life changes, Catharsis Caught is an introspective standout from Dave Des. Sparked by
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An ethereal collection of eleven instrumental tracks, Total Tranquility is the soothing new-age album from Germany-based composer Kirk Monteux Mysoftmusic. Fusing analog
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