A jangly lushness takes hold on “Iris (Eyelids),” a new track from Strawberry Generation featuring harmonious vocal layers that spin the story of a girl who was bullied in school — and
New Tracks
A gripping track inspired by “indie sleaze pop revival scene in London and the shoegaze scene in Philadelphia,” “marionette” presents a moody rock engrossment from Roselove. The artist is based in New
Soaring guitars, serene vocals, and atmospheric synths captivate on “tailwind,” a new single from Placid Cactus that melds synth-pop, rock, and sophisti-pop engrossment. Harmonious vocal layers lend an inviting quality, as depictions
London-based artist people pleasing exudes a captivating brooding on new track “dumb days” — pining “I want to spend my life with you, even though we’re in the dumb days,” amidst a
The dynamic rock debut from Simon Slon, “Sunny Day” is a hooky success that spans from gritty rock ‘n’ roll energy into a harmonious organ-laden central hook — then capped off by
Dreamy synth adornments and soulful vocals craft a gorgeously lush R&B appeal on “Baby Boo,” a recent single from Chicago-based artist Tala Silva. The lyrics express an adoration in its “I love
Spanning from lush retrospection to a rousing rock expansion, “2009” is a recent single from Timmy Milner. Nostalgic yearning is palpable in the lyrical reflections, with the piano-touched “all these people love
Astralix — the union of Gary Dranow, Chris Zoupa, and producer Louis Dupont — show an eclectic, sophisticated, and melodically immediate electro-pop sound on new track “Velocity.” The vocals lead the way
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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