New Tracks

Amortentia – “Rainstorm”

The gorgeous “Rainstorm” crafts a dreamy and inviting sound that feels like, and is inspired by, taking “shelter from the rain.” The track marks the striking debut of Australian artist Amortentia, a

Crawling Vines – “Vinyl on the Floor”

Spanning from shoegaze and funky psychedelia to hard rock, “Vinyl on the Floor” touts an eclectic rock sound, exemplifying the range and heady soundscapes from bedroom recording project Crawling Vines. “What is

Quiet Takes – “Guess Who Showed Up Again”

“Guess Who Showed Up Again” is a soothing, melodic track from Quiet Takes. Fronted by songwriter Sarah Magill, Quiet Takes also entranced in September with “Ghosty Was Here.” These two releases show

Day & Dream – “Separation Anxiety”

The bond between dogs and humans is a beautiful one, conveying an unconditional love to behold. Kinship with dogs has inspired songs from many artists, ranging from The Beatles to Neil Young

L’Resorts – “Hard to Grow”

A bouncy duet that charms throughout, “Hard to Grow” is a new track from L’Resorts, the Milwaukee-based duo of Vincent Kircher and Martha Cannon. Coming from their new album, Vacation, “Hard to

Mat Hunsley – “Backward Steps”

“Backward Steps” is the latest track from Mat Hunsley, developing enjoyably from intimate acoustics and vocals into a rock-forward yearning reminiscent of Richard Hawley. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Hunsley crafts thoughtful

Mark Ferg – “Loverman”

A breezy pop success, “Loverman” is a new track from NYC-based artist Mark Ferg, who impressed last year with the track “Home.” Mellow synth pulsations accompany a charismatic vocal lead, aspiring to

Sundogs – “Refuse”

Sporting melodic guitars and brassy accompaniments that remind of acts like Huey Lewis and Graham Parker, “Refuse” is a recent track from Sundogs. The Seattle-based band impressed in the past year with

New Albums

Wastrels – ‘Wastrels’

Minneapolis-based quartet Wastrels return after six years with a fantastic self-titled album, blending immersive shoegaze textures, head-nodding post-punk grooves, swirling guitars, and

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Ramo Z – ‘I hate parties’ EP

Detroit-based artist Ramo Z‘s two-track EP I hate parties captures nightlife with heart, blending introspective indie-dance and house-ready energy. “strobe lights” hypnotically

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Broke Royals – ‘Campr’

Washington, DC-based band Broke Royals explores a wide spectrum of sounds on their new album Campr, spanning enjoyable realms of rousingly anthemic

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