A cyclical concept album from Washington-based band Pastel Motel, with themes of “reflecting on repetition and life,” Confection touts a melodic rock sound with soaring heights and emotive twists. Pastel Motel formed
New Tracks
“What’s Left to Be” is a captivating track from Tom Lee-Richards. The New Zealand-based artist compels with an emotive vocal presence and meticulously layered production, where atmospheric guitars, mellow keys, and cinematic
A spirited electro-pop single from Peruvian artist Caxiel, “Out Of Time” charms with its ’80s electro-pop inspiration — channeling an energy reminiscent of Michael Jackson in the charismatic vocal work, as well.
“Heaven Sent” is an eerily consuming hip-hop single from Tarli, the Saint Paul-based artist formally known as eL.i.Be. Produced by and featuring Wes., “Heaven Sent” rides on spacey synth glistening and bass-y
A serene dream-pop intoxicant featuring spacey keys, “Can’t Wake Up” is the latest single from The Looniest Toon, the Chicago-based project of Bex Gaspelin. Described as “a reflection on the state of
A compelling new track from Pink Films, “M.A.D. (Movie’s Almost Done)” embraces disco-friendly rhythms alongside dreamy guitar pulses. Pink Films, the project of producer and guitarist Adam Hailstone, reminds here of artists
Vancouver-based band Leisure Club impress with their new track “Melting in a Shallow Body of Water,” touting a riveting brand of psych-infused rock. Opening lyrics speak to digging introspectively into one’s mind,
Strutting a versatile meshing of pop, soul, hip-hop, and electronica, “Space+Space” is a dazzling success from Mexican artist Aroe Phoenix. Woozy guitars complement clever lyrics regarding who’s winning “the race” of life,
New Albums
Cape Cod-based artist Vanna Pacella makes a striking impression with her debut album Listen, a self-produced collection that explores love, loss, and
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Adai Song’s new album The Bloom Project unfolds as a striking fusion of cinematic pop and electronic ingenuity, balancing intricate production with
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Veronneau crafts a moving tribute to singer-songwriter history with Blue Tapestry, reimagining the classic songs of Joni Mitchell and Carole King with
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CERULEAN SAPPHIRE‘s debut album soft attention enamors in its blend of synth-pop, dream-pop, shoegaze, and ambient. Rooted in the project’s concept of
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