New Tracks

The Derevolutions – “Cheetah”

We’ve been smitten with The Derevolutions‘ creative sample-infused pop sound for over a decade, tracing back to 2013’s single “Living in the Not World.” The Boston-based duo of Ana Karina DaCosta and

War & Peace Party – “Miss Hibiscus”

“Miss Hibiscus” hypnotizes with its hazy organ backing and debonair guitar stylings, immersing with a subdued psych-rock allure. The track comes via War & Peace Party, the recording project of Columbus, OH-based

Moon Date – “Created by Magazine”

Detroit-based act Moon Date mesh bright synths and invigorated guitar lines on the catching “Created by Magazine.” This anthemic success marks the project’s debut release, impressively enough. They describe the effort’s lyrics

Safezonefire – “Emery”

Stirring in its range from nocturnal spaciousness to thunderous distorted guitars, “Emery” is the new single from Safezonefire. The elusive project shows a fierce rock-forward power throughout. The morose initial vocals are

Norrisette – “Imaginary Situations”

A new track from UK artist Norrisette, “Imaginary Situations” is a gripping audible journey, unfolding steadily with an array of eerie twinkling, calming synth pad shimmers, and an eventual intertwining of wordless

Good Strangers – “Private Hell”

With their latest single “Private Hell,” Irish rockers Good Strangers deliver a rousing depiction of a previous relationship’s enduring impact. Previous single “Egyptian Summer” depicted “the beginning of the end,” and this

Paola Bennet – “Call Home”

Brooklyn-based artist Paola Bennet compels on “Call Home,” the artist’s second single this year. Murmuring guitars and spacey synths complement an understated vocal lead, ascending into a gorgeously dreamy chorus that admits

New Albums

Paper Nova – ‘Black Whole’

NYC-based collective Paper Nova enthralls with a range of theatrical vocals, moody guitars, and adventurous rock dynamics throughout their new album, Black

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Michael J McEvoy – ‘Terra Cognita’

Ambient jazz, world music, and cinematic instrumentation converge across Michael J McEvoy‘s memorable album Terra Cognita, featuring legendary Brazilian percussionist Airto Moreira.

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Ben Lester – ‘Ben Lester’

Chamber-pop melodies and intricate arrangements envelop throughout Ben Lester’s self-titled debut, a 13-track collection shaped by his admiration for Brian Wilson. Released

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