New Tracks

Audrey Pearl – “A Time Like This”

A haunting folk track that marvels at nature’s beauty while bemoaning the despairing rapidity of environmental destruction, “A Time Like This” comes via Audrey Pearl, an artist based in Burlington, Vermont. Trickling

Luna Waves – “Half Awake”

Half Awake by Luna Waves A gripping blend of dream-pop and textured shoegaze-touched ’90s alt-rock enamor on “Half Awake,” the latest single from Luna Waves, the Bedford, UK-based project of multi-instrumentalist Rob

Matt the Vessel – “Biting Back”

Developing from late-night lushness into an infectious dance-pop hookiness, “Biting Back” is a stellar new single from Matt the Vessel, an artist based in Christchurch, UK. Also a full-time producer and mixing

Van Elst – “Reverie”

An unrequited, yearning for connection haunts on “Reverie,” the new single from Van Elst, the project of Dutch musician Frank van der Ploeg. A dark electronic appeal lingers amidst thematic fascination with

The Hot Takes – ‘The Hot Takes II’ EP

Oakland-based rockers The Hot Takes unveil a fun, anthemic sound throughout their second EP, The Hot Takes II. Acclaimed for their spirited live performances the past couple years around the Bay Area,

Factheory – “Post Modern Life”

Brussels-based artist Factheory unleashes a compelling industrial-rock sound on new single “Post Modern Life.” Thunderous guitar distortion and submerged vocal eeriness kickstart a stylish rock intrigue to start. Lyrical references to reality

New Albums

The Zaxons – ‘Videopticons’

A riveting display of new-wave and post-punk precision, Videopticons is the new album from Vancouver-based trio The Zaxons. Built on catchy rhythms,

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Erik Rabasca – ‘New Scrolls’

Steeped in memorable folk and Americana portrayals of modern tumult and perseverance, New Scrolls is the personal new album from Connecticut-based singer-songwriter

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