“All For Nothing” is an enjoyably fervent rock single from Chicagoland-based act Carrying Torches, who incorporate pulsing synths and spirited vocals alongside bursting guitar work. The vibrant, peppy sound traverses into a
New Tracks
The debut single from Canadian band Hope Slide, “Something Changed” is a moody success that “captures the agony, confusion, hope and elation that come with a metamorphosis.” String-laden infusions alongside delicate piano
A heartfelt track from Evelyn, “I’m A Dog” melds introspective folk and soaring pop twinkling with consuming results. The track marks the first single from the artist’s upcoming full-length album, Someday We
A gorgeous sound is on display throughout “How We Have Changed,” exuding a chamber-pop appeal in its stirring string arrangements, illuminated piano work, and calmingly melodic vocals. The track is a thorough
An otherworldly, lush intrigue takes hold initially on “Close Encounters (With Terra),” a recent single from homesick aliens that expands into a feverish rock sound. Gliding guitar lines and jazz-touched percussion complement
The lush, airy new single from Bay Area-based project SubLuminal delights in its dreamy evolution. Traversing from quaint piano-laden introspection to whistling whimsy and a rousing post-rock second half, “Lilac Echoes And
“Jeremy” is a memorable showcase in songwriting from Matt Monsoor, impressing with a sound that bridges rootsy rock with folk introspection. The bass-heavy initial drive adorns the “check your own box,” vocal
“No Traces” is a standout new single from Karyn Kuhl, based out of Hoboken, NJ — where she first made waves with earlier bands Gut Bank and Sexpod. The past two decades
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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