A dynamic alternative and math-rock enthusiasm shows on “The Migrant,” a stirring new track from Birds?. The West Chester, PA-band excels with a tonally and structurally dynamic prowess throughout. Pit-pattering percussion and
New Tracks
A couple new singles from Chicago-based band Pablo Alto, “Part of Us” and “Gazelle” both enamor with their eclectic, melodic journeys. The former is quite exemplary of their expansive structural tendencies; “Part
Los Angeles-based musician, producer, and mastering engineer Rob Dobson enamors with a heartfelt Americana sound on “Esoteric Pantomime,” a track he wrote during the Covid lockdown — and reflective of the struggles
Twangy guitars and hazy synths converge delightfully on “EMULSION,” a recent track from BUNNY TONIGHT. Via their SEASON FIVE full-length, “EMULSION” escalates enjoyably with the hypnotic swirl of guitars and keys, set
An introspective success that blends melodic folk and pop, “I Don’t Mind” is a new single from Elise, a singer/songwriter based in Ireland. Themes of self-love are apparent, particularly when confronted with
Melding lushness and danceable rhythms with seamless cohesion, “Lucid Dreamer” is a catching new track from Spherical, an artist based in Phoenix, Arizona. Glistening piano and galloping, escalating rhythms pair with a
Buffalo-based band The Despair Collective present a commanding, emotive rock enthrallment on new single “Breathe Again.” A darkly foreboding tonal direction is propelled by intensifying guitar distortion, amidst vocal laments that “my
“Losing Party” is a memorable track from Sitko, fusing bouncy piano and jangly guitars with replay-inducing impact. The Mexico-based project succeeds with an accessible, momentum-filled drive — alongside themes described as “about
New Albums
Scott Moran delivers an emotionally riveting album on Sixth of the Six, a poignant journal chronicling the international abduction of his daughter,
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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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