Hailing from the Bay Area, Modern Monsters‘ hard-rocking energy is enjoyably abundant throughout their Malice EP. The release serves as “an expression of disdain towards societal issues, unchecked power, two-part justice systems,
New Tracks
A glitzy synth-pop delight, “Dancing in the Dark” is the latest effort from Jun Parker. He recorded the track in Tokyo in collaboration with Seiki Sato, renowned for his synth-pop arrangements and
Oklahoma City-based band Swim Fan impress with their hooky single “Doin’ Alright,” meshing vocal yearning with an array of colorful synths, funk-tinged rhythms, and melodic guitar work. Patiently unfolding verses drive to
Jackknife by Amy Vee A mystique-filled sound emanates throughout the single “Jackknife,” the latest from Australian singer/songwriter Amy Vee. Lyrics reference the “point of no return,” prior to looming tumult, set amidst
“Hollow Eyes 0_0” is the debut single from hummer, the Los Angeles-based project of Aaron Bernards, who describes it as “a project that plans on being a full band one day.” Its
An sprawling electronic journey from London-based artist Domax, “Bollé” is the byproduct of a nighttime studio session with live drums and Mono/Poly synth. Domax has unveiled a steady stream of releases over
“Dutch Courage” is a grungy rock success from Brooklyn-based act Superswell. A dexterous guitar-laden fury falls into a more contemplative feeling as the vocals emerge. An impassioned “I’m not scared,” remark is
Devil's Moon (Remix) by Hampi Edinburgh-based artist Hampi delivers an intoxicating soundscape on his remix of debut single “Devil’s Moon,” emitting a late-night sound with trance influence. The project captures feelings of
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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