“It’s 4AM in downtown,” moody vocals emit alongside glistening synth intrigue on the new single from La Mode, a project comprising producers Samir Dahmani and Ian Elrick. “4 AM” is an atmospheric
New Tracks
Self Checkout is the engaging new album from Barcode Angels, a band formed in Brooklyn. The highlights are abundant, ranging from the bass-heavy intrigue and piano-laden hookiness of “Much Better” to the
Unveiling his third single since catching our ears with the debuting “Inside the City” in April, Hays Dowdy achieves a fervent rock sound with his latest, “Voodoo Doll.” Alongside the lushly magnetic
Flickering guitar jangles and a spirited vocal soaring invigorate on “Change Your Mind,” also adorned with atmospheric synth glimmers. The riveting single comes from Basic Cable, the Brooklyn-based solo project of Shane
Canadian psych-rockers Bunch of Others unveil a compelling mystique on “Cellar Door,” where hazy guitars and climactic vocals build into a gripping expanse — with flourishing woodwinds and perky brass adornments. The
Capturing the mountain-moving power of love within harmonious vocal layers and calming guitars, “Falling In Love” is a memorable track from Stinkus. “It’s about falling in love and the power it gives
Toronto-based artist syd sum shows a serene, emotively introspective pop sound on “Smile Wide,” which will be included on an upcoming EP. “Can you see me? Can you feel me?” dreamy vocals
San Francisco-based artist Keisuke Hagiwara melds starry-eyed atmospherics and a driving electro-pop pulse on new single “Tabidachi,” which translates to “departure” in Japanese — a reflection of the track’s “feelings of sentimental
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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