New Tracks

Seasoning – “Del Boca Vista”

A new track from Seasoning, the Brisbane-based project led by Lachlan Buckle, “Del Boca Vista” captivates with a serenely jangly charm. “I don’t wanna live that way,” the vocals let out, as

Al Mur – “Duende”

Slide into the weekend with a piece of smooth brassy entrancement; “Duende” is a chilled-out new track from Al Mur, a North Carolina-based electronic music composer and producer. “The song is about

The New Nostalgia – “Ibis Budget”

London-based quartet The New Nostalgia show melodic vigor and swagger on “Ibis Budget,” their first single of 2022. Suave vocals and a grooving bass line build a conversational intro, capturing the surreal

Pete Hollis – “Why is Your Hand Touching Mine”

Enamoring with ’80s synth tones and smooth vocals, “Why is Your Hand Touching Mine” is a nostalgic pop track from Pete Hollis, a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer from Greenville, SC. Inspired by

Mo Douglas – “Ample Room For Grooving”

Ample Room For Grooving (Single) by Mo Douglas A playful new track from Mo Douglas, “Ample Room For Grooving” shines with a brightly nostalgic ’70s charm. Mariya May’s wordless guest vocals enamor,

Chinese American Bear – “Stars”

Seattle-based married duo Bryce Barsten and Anne Tong comprise the act Chinese American Bear, producing a magnetic vein of Chinese dream-pop. Their new track “Stars” is wholly dedicated to its spacey, dazed

Manor – “How To Live With You”

Australian band Manor dazzle on their new track “How To Live With You,” a supremely melodic success with twangy guitar chirps and enchanting vocals. Glistening throughout with a rock/pop balance reminiscent of

Palomino Joyride – “In Due Time”

A thoroughly convincing debut single from Palomino Joyride, “In Due Time” conjures a dreamy charm in its nocturnal guitar jangles and escalating vocal presence. The Portland (OR)-based project emits a nostalgic pull,

New Albums

Titus Maz – ‘Midnight Station’

London-based guitarist Titus Maz digs into late-night introspection on his excellent album Midnight Station. Blending modern jazz, groove fusion, and cinematic textures,

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The Drupes – ‘The Drupes’

New Orleans-based band The Drupes deliver a stellar self-titled debut album. Fusing ’60s-revival pop, harmonious rock, post-punk, and Britpop charm, the guitar-driven

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Tom Emlyn – ‘Passing Craze’

Swansea-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Emlyn’s album Passing Craze showcases his prolific, wide-ranging songcraft. Blending 1960s folk-influenced melodies, spacey synths, and touches of piano,

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