New Tracks

Briefcase – “Strange for Miles”

“Strange for Miles” is a catching rocker from Minneapolis-based band Briefcase, via their newly released IIIP EP. The vocals open invitingly to “take my hand,” amidst chipper guitars, resembling The New Pornographers

Seven Layer Piano Cakes – “Remy”

A peppy single that incorporates power-pop infection with surf-y vocal harmonizing, “Remy” is a stellar track from Los Angeles-based project Seven Layer Piano Cakes. Beginning with solemn Wurlitzer and evolving into rock-forward

PORT NASIM – “The Need”

It’s Murky Grey, the new album from Italy-based rockers PORT NASIM, unleashes a fervent blend of ’70s-inspired prog-rock and contemporary alternative. Opening track “In the End” wastes no time with its heavy

Paolo Ruiu – “Low”

Low EP by Paolo Ruiu London-based artist Paolo Ruiu impresses with his new Low EP, touting a murky vein of rock that induces a suavely memorable effect. The opening, self-titled track concocts

Paul Andrews – “Borrowed Time”

The sophomore album from Paul Andrews, From the Distance entrances with its melodic vein of sophisti-pop and dance. There’s ample versatility amongst the tracks; “Words to Sorrow” and “Borrowed Time” evoke an

Universed – “Harvey”

Maru by Universed Consuming with its lush instrumental electronic sound, Maru is a lovely EP from Universed, the Los Angeles-based project of Cristina Lord. “Harvey” is enjoyably representative, its nocturnal keys gradually

New Albums

Lexytron – ‘Something New’

The captivating new album from Lexytron, Something New enamors in its palpable emotion and stylistic variety. Shimmering synths, jangly guitars, and dramatic

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