The gorgeous “Precious Time” comes via Willard Finch‘s album of the same name, showing the Canadian songwriter/producer as consistently capable of emotive, sonically diverse songwriting with atmospheric longing. Described as “a song
New Tracks
Capturing the endless cycle of “doomscrolling” many of us fall victim to, “Doomscrolling” is an emotive synth-pop success from Vancouver-based artist Yaris Paris, featured last year with the track “LMK.” Melancholic key
A new track from Vermont-based trio Verboten, “Strange Rehab” enamors with playfully bouncing keys and a melodic, understated vocal charm. Feeling parts Beatles-esque with touches of Elliott Smith in the vocal tone,
With the colorful new track “Severed Hands,” Texas-based band The Ghost Party dig firmly into their ’60s psych-forward influences. Its themes “based on a recurring dream and about generally feeling ‘in between’,”
Ottawa-based rockers Missioner show their songwriting strengths on two new tracks, touting an ardent sound with satiating builds. “Waste Some Time” stirs with its contrast between the contemplative verses and invigorating rise.
The electronic chords of layan‘s After Dark EP hint at an enigma within the darkness, then his voice comes in lamenting evidence; a sound akin to crossing artists like Justice or Röyksopp
Punchy rocker “Déjà Rêvé” finds Asbury Park-based band Regency Club achieving a hooky, addictive sound. The first single from their upcoming full-length, out later this year, “Déjà Rêvé” rides initially on suave
Rousing in its variety from powerful rock to frolicking psych-friendly contemplation, “Vanish” is the debuting single from Atlanta-based project Blueburst. Themes of hope and failing to “lose another day,” firmly resonate in
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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