“Meltdown” is a hypnotic, grooving build-up of a track from Chicago-based trio Faintlife, converging psych-rock and dream-pop leanings. A funk-tinged bass line accompanies glistening guitar effects to establish a glistening feel from
New Tracks
Tall Thief‘s “A Place I Know” was among my favorite tracks of 2020, and “Daydreaming” continues that quality, undoubtedly. Soaring vocals exude lyrical escapism amidst buzzing guitars to start, gearing toward a
NTHNL is the New York-based project of Jake Rudin. The project’s new album, Tranquility Studies (Vol. 1), provides a meditative, hypnotic experience that helps achieve accessing expansive states of mind. Diverse soundscapes
“Michigan” is a lovely new track from Half Bath, the Washington, DC-based project of Reed Doherty. Twangy guitars and heartfelt vocals kick off, exuding a swaying, nonchalant charm. “We’re only here for
Transporting me to a nighttime tropical cruise with its mysteriously nostalgic glow, “Where Are You Paradise?” is an engrossing new track from Mermaid in China. The Portland, OR-based act infuse a variety
A recent track from Amateur Painter, “Love Letter to My Phone” balances moody production with a hooky melodic pull. The Canadian producer, singer, and songwriter impresses throughout. Rising vocals accompany murky bass
“Grace” is a calming, euphoric listen from Gimme Gimme, the Australian brother-sister duo comprised of Esther and Will Henderson. Serene vocal swells align beautifully with the track’s optimistic string flourishes. The dual
Impressing this past September with the track “Goodbye,” Brooklyn-based band Attics show well with another single, “Granite State.” Hazy keys and lush acoustics adorn the consuming hook, as the vocals assume a
New Albums
Luz De La Luna is the riveting new EP from Justin Garcia, a Jersey City-based artist whose instrumental rock sound spans delightfully
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Marianne Nowottny steps into her longtime alter ego Marzanna for a covers album that bends eras and styles through her singular vision.
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The riveting sophomore album from Spanish band Sehore, Husfikbur emphasizes both melodic immediacy and impressive musicianship across its 14 tracks. Their debut
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An invigorating rock sound shines throughout Mid Welsh, Pt. 1, the new EP from MOLETRAP. Across five tracks, the group channels both
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