“Wicker Park Towing Specialist” is a gripping new track The Edwards, a five-piece from Chicago. Captivating early with a confident sound reminiscent of Deerhunter, the effort features a slew of catching twists
New Tracks
The second release from FM Towns, “Sweet William” showcases excellent songwriting and a rousing sound. The Suffolk (UK)-based artist touts a striking falsetto lead and knack for melodic nostalgia. “Sweet William” wastes
The Death of Me by Alice Dreamt “All Those Little Things” shows a beautiful pop-forward embrace, coming from Detroit-based artist Alice Dreamt. Dreamy acoustical strums and flourishing vocal effects open the track
Pulsing guitars and a haunting, whirring backing leads “In your bed,” a rousing rocker from Belgian artist NINU. “I’ll get you in your bed,” the vocals repeat throughout, exuding a sort of
“Ruby Jean” is the latest from Mickey Newball, who caught my ear in December with the track “Betting On Bad Weather.” Nostalgic pop charm is abundant throughout “Ruby Jean,” particularly as the
Impressing with “Mirror Man” last month, “Join My Dreams” is another success from Houston-based artist Scotty Malcolm. “If you think you know me, you gotta join my dreams,” Malcolm sings during the
“It’s OK” shows crisp, reassuring enjoyment from Glassmaps, reminding of parts Tame Impala and Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Expressive, psych-friendly guitars and pulsing bass give way to smoother, funk-tinged vocal expression to start.
A recent track from duo chemical club, “Everything I Know” enamors with a hooky charm, meshing modern pop charm with tinges of ’80s nostalgia — led by shimmering guitars and playful synth
New Albums
Life on a Shelf is the captivating new album from Boston-based artist Sal Weston. A wonderfully eclectic production shows throughout, from the
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Tricks of the Light is a standout EP from E.G. Phillips, a San Francisco-based artist who first caught our ears a couple
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The debut full-length release from Maxx Wright, The Best Is Yet To Come.. immerses with its atmospheric hip-hop sound and themes of
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An empowering, melodic rock sound radiates throughout Believe, the new album from Ehson Hashemian. The Southern California-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist excels with
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