A funky, radiant pop appeal shows throughout “Beautiful Dream,” a new single from Izzi Stone. “My beautiful dream,” Stone’s lush vocals begin, ascending into galloping bass and harmonious vocal spirit amidst vibrant
New Tracks
“Lowdown Animal” showcases the gripping, hard-rocking appeal of Canadian power trio Post Death Soundtrack. First catching our attention with 2016 album Unlearning Curve, the now-trio envelop with an evident vigor throughout “Lowdown
German act HEAR ME OUT unveil an affecting post-punk ferocity on “Borderlands,” the opening track on their debut EP, Permanent Thoughts. “Constructed lines define your rights,” vocals let out amidst a thumping
Wisconsin-based trio Lunde impress on two recent singles — with “Tomorrow” presenting a piano-laden rock vibrancy, while “Deja Vu” intrigues with its hazy power-pop lingering. “Tomorrow” enamors with its hooky blend of
The first song in three years from Colorado-based band Slow Caves, “The Run” presents a soaring rock appeal propelled by twangy guitar immersion and enjoyably dazed vocals. The track is described as
“ashes” is a moving folk success from Matt Van, a singer/songwriter from the Midwest. Gentle acoustics and piano intertwine beautifully as vocals ask “where do all the stories go?” — wondering if
Expanding from tranquil introspection into a resonating rise, “Xerox” is a new single from Thomas Aren. The release began in collaboration with Cameron Winter, from the NYC-based band Geese. Winter sent Aren
Ardent rock and post-punk moodiness intertwine on the memorable “London Dress,” a single from Blaqk Van. The introduction builds with debonair bass and clanging guitar, arriving into a charismatic vocal lead. “Just
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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