A couple new singles from Finnish artist Island Wastrel impress in their intimate yet melodic prowess, spanning from the piano-laden folk of “Grace” to the peppier rock chirpiness within “Empireman.” Both come
New Tracks
Seattle-based quartet Fallnorth unveil an atmospheric rock immersion on new single “Bothered.” The band describe the track as capturing “the anxiety experienced by young women in a world getting more and more
Swelling from a folk-ready contemplation into a raucously inviting rock appeal, “First Your Money” is a memorable new single from Vacation Bible School. The initial verses enamor with their introspective qualities, combining
Wisconsin-based band Asparagus ruminate impactfully on nostalgic yearning with the track “DRFTD,” marking their return after a four-year hiatus. A shoegaze-friendly embrace infuses seamlessly within the act’s rock-forward invigoration. Initial vocals plead
Melding Italo-disco and synth-pop inspirations, “Oh Boy” is an enveloping new single from Reggie Devoyage. The German artist’s second single dazzles with its stylish appeal. “Come on and dance alone,” the dual-vocal
“G.S.M.T.” is the latest success from Buddy Wynkoop, who craft an excitable blend of art-punk and rock here and across previously featured cuts like “Relatable” and “Cleanest Dirty Shirt.” “G.S.M.T.” comes ahead
A no-frills alt-rock appeal shows on “Tik Tok,” a track from The Absolute Nobody that also features the guitar work of Michael Gurley. Guitar-forward momentum complements vocals that elude to “something waiting
Consuming in both peppy guitar jangles and twangy introspection, “Love” is a recent track from Drew Danburry. Also known for fronting Baltimore-based band Icarus Phoenix, Danburry’s knack for heartfelt songwriting continues here
New Albums
An alluringly heartfelt synth-pop sound compels throughout Fabulously Melancholy, the newly released album from Plastic Hacks. A Philadelphia-based project comprising identical twins
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Bones’n’Stones the compelling new album from Teika & The Raw Beat, a band led by the riveting songwriting of Berlin-based artist Mateja
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Block‘s 2006 album The Last Single Guy drew ample praise for its immersive anti-folk sound — spanning from the brass-laden spoken-word introspection
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Colorado-based artist David Starr crafts a bluesy rock immersion throughout his new album Must Be Blue, available now via Quarto Valley Records.
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