“Umstead Park” is a track released today from Waldo Witt, whose album last year (Randall) struck me with its emotively atmospheric ballads and infectious synth-pop gems alike. That album was one of
New Tracks
Preceded by stellar tracks “Autumn Wind” and its self-titled track, Mirror World is an album released today from Weston Smith. Another highlight from the enjoyable album is “Ellanor,” featuring a lushly melodic
Nightflowers is an enjoyable rock album released today from Atomic Bronco, the project of Kyle Nuss. Originally from rural Kansas and now based in London, Nuss crafted all aspects of the album
“Elsewhere Forever” is a haunting beauty of a track from Draumr, a French dream-pop project. Soaring vocals entrance throughout the entire track, with dreamy guitar tones and glistening piano producing melodic splendor.
“Last Thoughts” is exemplary of Richard Griffith’s consuming sound, which incorporates lush electronic production with jazz-infused tones. This lovely track comes via Griffith’s debut album, Percepts. The UK-based producer, multi-instrumentalist, and singer
Producing a vibe fit for late-night yearning, “Quarantine Dream” is a newly released track from Occult X. Previously impressing with debut single “Be Mine” a few weeks back, “Quarantine Dream” also rides
Nashville rockers The Criticals impressed with numerous tracks in 2019, headlined by an hooky sound reminiscent of The Strokes. 2020 is getting off to a similar start for the band. The punchy
“Grease Fire” is a melodic collaboration of several Philadelphia-based artists. Melvin Darrell, Samryebread, and Kyle Sparkman accomplish a funk-tinged, pop success here. Guitars and backing vocals build on the initial rhythm-and-vocals suaveness.
New Albums
Infusing nostalgic spy film inspiration with a knack for hooky psych-pop expanses, Evasion is the riveting new album from Y is Nature.
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A beautifully atmospheric album with late-night slowcore immersion, Possession Pact is the new album from Orchid Mantis. The Atlanta-based project of artist
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A memorable rock album that succeeds in both anthemic soaring and emotive introspection, Disquiet is the latest from Brian Halloran. The release
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Showcasing a consuming sound that melds poetic lyrical introspection with a sophisti-pop allure, Scenes from the Jazz Age is a stirring EP
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