jay is blue – “poppy”

January 25, 2023

poppy by jay is blue “poppy” is a dreamy single from San Diego-based artist jay is blue. The steady percussion and washes of synths glide into twinkling keys, sounding like something out

Western Column – “Club Orange”

January 25, 2023

“Club Orange” explores a melodic, jangly allure throughout its production, a success from Glasgow-based Western Column. Representing the solo project of Dutch Wine guitarist Christopher Devine, Western Column sees Devine exploring elements

Spun Out – “Such Are the Lonely”

January 25, 2023

Touch the Sound by Spun Out A track from Chicago-based band Spun Out, “Such Are the Lonely” weaves trickling synths, playful bass, and spirited vocals for an enthusiastic melodic success. Twinkling synths

Montclair – “Passing Through”

January 25, 2023

Consuming with a serene folk charm, “Passing Through” is a track from rising band Montclair. The commanding “let the second settle in,” vocal sequence entrances with the flickering acoustical rises. Later on,

Kate Fenner – ‘Dead Reckoning’

January 25, 2023

Kate Fenner conjures a powerful folk sound on her new album, Dead Reckoning. Fenner’s vocal presence compels with both contemplative calmness, on tracks like “The Torch,” and spirited soaring, such as on

Left Out – “Uno”

January 25, 2023

A serene success, “Uno” is the standout closing track on Learn to Walk, the debut album from Columbus, Ohio-based band Left Out. Caressing acoustics and twinkling keys embrace a laid-back vocal presence

Eruption Artistique – “ICON”

January 25, 2023

“ICON” is a creative new track and video from Rotterdam-based act Eruption Artistique, impressing previously with the track “HI HA.” The track’s diverse production is a tour-de-force, ranging from minimalist vocal haunts

The Neon Sea – “As I Wonder”

January 25, 2023

The debut single from Dublin-based band The Neon Sea, “As I Wonder” ponders “space, time, and existence itself,” within a hypnotic sound that reminds fondly of The Stone Roses. Formed in 2022