London-based act The Heat Inc. releases “Mind Control,” a rousing rock success with excellently dynamic lead work. The track frames a dark, carnival-like tour of past relationships, pairing a driving post-punk rhythm

New Jersey-based multi-instrumentalist Kevin Honold showcases further excellent songwriting with “Waterfall,” written during a period of grief and burnout. Featuring tenor saxophone alongside layered harmonies, horns, and strings, the track transforms emotional

Canadian singer-songwriter JF Roy stirs with “Sundress,” a pop-rock track produced by Austin-based producer Shannon McArthur. Driven by bright guitar melodies and synth accents while taking inspiration from a real moment with

A gorgeous new single from Pterocat, “Anti” is propelled by ethereal harmonic layers and dreamy guitar work, resulting in a lovely melding of dream-pop, art pop, and psychedelia. Formed by duo Thaïs

Phoenix-based composer and painter Allan Jamisen continues his exploration of memory, identity, and emotional displacement with “Milk & Honey,” a stirring new single that pairs atmospheric sophistication with deeply personal songwriting. Blending

The lamenting rocker "FMU" is a memorable output from Brooklyn-based project Good Time Mystery Vision, pairing reflections on lingering post-relationship pain with punchy rock spiritedness.

Another standout release from Chris Portka, “Fun in the Summer” channels a throwback-friendly rock sound, jovial in its “just for fun, in the summer” smooth delivery and lovely fusion of twangy guitars,