New Tracks

Smoltz – “Holding Out”

A contemplative rock sound takes hold on “Holding Out,” a compelling new single from Smoltz, the project of Brooklyn-based songwriter Zach Hinkle (who also performs under the moniker Desert Blonde). Tranquil guitar

Ruby Moon – “Desolate”

NYC-based artist Ruby Moon unveils a nocturnal, enjoyably eerie mixture of post-punk and dream-pop on “Desolate.” A pulsing bass line, reflective of the former style, pairs with a steady vocal composure and

Leah Callahan – “Ordinary Face”

Moody guitar jangles and twinkling keys assemble a nostalgic rock appeal on "Ordinary Face," a riveting new single from Leah Callahan. Her successes in the Boston music scene span from the mid

Smoking Cadillacs – “Meant to Be”

The sound of ocean waves leads into “Meant to Be,” an alluring pop single from Smoking Cadillacs. A radiant production stands out here. “We were never meant to be,” a debonair vocal

Free Whenever – “Precipice”

“Precipice” is a grooving psych-rock success from Brooklyn-based band Free Whenever. The track excels in its lush, hypnotic glow throughout. A funky bass line gives way to a suave guitar drive, with

Painted Pillars – “Bell”

A jangling rock charm immerses on “Bell,” a new single from Painted Pillars, a project that first began in a Leiden, Netherlands student dorm. They describe the effort as “about unresolved feelings

Olya Sonica – “I Only Dream When I’m Awake”

A soaring rock success from Los Angeles-based artist Olya Sonica, “I Only Dream When I’m Awake” balances dreamy vocal introspection with rousing, anthemic escalation. “It’s about a divine force within us and

Cal Lynn – “Maybelline”

The second single from Brighton, UK-based artist Cal Lynn, “Maybelline” casts a dreamily melodic spell alongside lyrical emotions of losing someone close to addiction. The lush vocals meld with steady acoustics and

New Albums

Elly Hopkins – ‘Animal’ EP

Bristol singer-songwriter Elly Hopkins makes a striking debut with Animal, a five-track EP that fuses rock charisma, Americana warmth, and soulful lyricism.

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Billy Peake – ‘Manic Waves’

Billy Peake‘s new album Manic Waves delivers a captivating mixture of hooky rock, nostalgic new wave, and sharp lyrical wit. Navigating personal

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Killing Kind – ‘Being Human’

Swedish band Killing Kind consume across their second album, Being Human — strutting a darkly impactful melding of post-punk and synth-driven entrancement.

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