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
New Tracks
“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
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
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
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
“Black Wig” is an enthralling track from UK-based artist Ren Harvieu. Ghostly vocal effects intertwine with a gorgeous orchestral glow, emitting a baroque-pop elegance with ample lyrical mystique — asking “do my
A dynamic rocker from Conflict Choir, “The Real Thing” impresses with its rangy of subdued contemplation and reverberating rock intensity. The releases comes ahead of the Birmingham, UK-based act’s upcoming debut album,
A climactic rock hold is evident on “Funny Days,” the latest track from Giack Bazz. The London-based project of Federico Giacobazzi is preparing to release a new album, Bedtime Stories For Computers,
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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