New Tracks

Strumbrush – “Nightmare Zoo”

The debut single from Atlanta-based rock quartet Strumbrush, “Nightmare Zoo” captivates with shifting structural ingenuity and a jangly guitar-based charm, reminiscent of Deerhunter and The Wrens. The initial verses are bolstered by

Vases – “Champagne Lust”

“Champagne Lust” is a hooky rocker from Vases, the project of Los Angeles-based artist Ty Baron. Opening lyrics lament the feelings of isolation in a city, the observational delivery driving alongside escalating

The Last Broadcast – “Daisy”

A lushly melodic pop success, “Daisy” is a newly released track from The Last Broadcast, the duo of frontman Kyle McGurk and drummer Paolo Lombardo. The track evolves quickly from hazy intrigue

Lunavela – “People That You Know”

“People That You Know” is the latest track from Lunavela, the project of New Zealand-based singer/songwriter Steve Mathieson (formerly frontman of Collapsing Cities). Following up January’s “Pandering Meandering,” Mathieson again shows a

Julia Pratt – “Tried and True”

Singer/songwriter Julia Pratt enthralls with her new track “Tried and True,” a moody mover led by piano and striking vocals. Haunting backing vocal layers meander around the stirring lead, heightening in pitch

Optacure – “Stray”

“Stray” is an alluring new track from Optacure, an Australian pop singer/songwriter. The track’s genial disposition is crafted via twinkling keys and warming guitar twangs; the artist’s vocals add a comforting quality,

Okami Three – “Blue”

“Blue” is a memorable track from New York-based trio Okami Three, showcasing their idiosyncratic blending of psychedelia and rock. Lyrically exploring the pain of losing someone, “Blue” escalates from plucky guitars into

New Albums

lemon. – ‘a fresh grave’ EP

Ontario, Canada-based artist lemon. takes a darker turn on the five-track EP A Fresh Grave, incorporating gothic rock and new-wave influences into

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Friend – ‘Trash’

Friend‘s consuming album Trash is a deliberately varied solo production, conceived over six years with each song taking shape around a distinct

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Bollard – ‘HEAT’

An eclectic rock success, Bollard‘s new album HEAT moves between post-punk steadiness, dreamy reflections, and bursts of full-bodied rock fervor. The Melbourne

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