An orchestral mystique combines with a fervent alt-rock drive on “Clear,” a compelling new single from Cleveland-based trio Orange Animal. Formed in 2017, the band released their first track — “Can’t Love
New Tracks
Brooklyn-based band Late Cambrian struts an infectious rock sound on new single “Cave My Head Full of Dreams.” The “will I miss being seen?” vocal rise builds into a chirpy range of
NYC six-piece Recess strut their funky brand of charismatic pop on new track “Faces.” Suave guitar pulses and smooth vocals dazzle alongside flourishes of piano, reminding fondly of Steely Dan. Brassy emergences
Swiss band New Polarities explore the dichotomy of emotions within a melodic guitar/synth intertwining on “Happy/Sad.” A lush vocal presence exudes a laid-back power-pop enamoring, set against twangy guitars and serene synths
“Optigan” is a psych-pop delight from Boston-based act Little Miss Echo, compelling in its dreamy evolution amidst warming acoustics, twinkling piano, and escalating guitar textures. Harmonious vocal layers emerge following pulsing acoustics,
A gorgeously contemplative folk expansive, fit for chilly winter hikes, stirs on “Falling Consciously” — a new track from Swiss singer/songwriter Unknown Vagabond. “Falling consciously, time will follow me,” hypnotic vocals meld
Impressing last month with the single “Losing Game,” Austin-based singer/songwriter Devon Grace continues a hauntingly soulful folk entrancement with recent track “Surrender.” Haunting guitar tones complement themes of empowerment — “I got
A dreamy, haunting spell takes hold on French project BLEU REINE‘s “Un Visage sur un nom,” evolving from a lush pop intrigue to textured psychedelic rock haunts. One of many highlights via
New Albums
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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Swansea-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Emlyn’s album Passing Craze showcases his prolific, wide-ranging songcraft. Blending 1960s folk-influenced melodies, spacey synths, and touches of piano,
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