New Tracks

Mountain Bloom – “U32”

U-32 by Mountain Bloom London-based act Mountain Bloom show heartfelt, melodic charm throughout new track “U32,” the third from their upcoming album. A bustling quaintness is apparent early, with lush vocal restraint

Darkroom Data – “Hydrogen”

Showing an ’80-tinged vein of nocturnal synth-driven pop in the vein of Chromatics, Darkroom Data impress with new track “Hydrogen.” The duo of Irish vocalist Gillian Nova and Brazilian composer Márcio Paz

Husbands – “Garth”

The memorable “Garth” is a new track from Husbands, a duo with members based in Seattle and Oklahoma City. Chugging guitar and soft synths accompany quaint vocals initially, expanding into a rising

Echo Frame – “On the Avenue”

Catching my ear with the excellent “Blue for Many Moons” in July, Vancouver-based artist Echo Frame again struts a delectable jangle-pop sound with suave immersion. “On the Avenue” sports a romantic, more

Mark Ferg – “Home”

“Home” is an impressive showing from Mark Ferg, capturing the anxiety inherent in a world of over-policing and discrimination. A comforting piano tone is quickly interrupted by a police siren, as Ferg’s

PIERCED – “Grow”

“Grow” is a track out today from PIERCED, showing a majestic sound with spine-chilling vocals and synth flourishes. The mysteriously engaging vocal presence engrosses, with a cool uptick in effervescence at the

StayLitG – “JUNE”

A haunting beat and captivating flow are consistent throughout “JUNE,” the latest from StayLitG. “It was made when I first moved to LA, a huge turning point in my life,” StayLitG says.

Ferdishenko – “Vanishing Spark (Edit)”

Showing admirable post-punk and Kraut-rock inspiration, the duo Ferdishenko impress with new track “Vanishing Spark.” Ghostly vocals and percussive pit-patter expand alongside murky guitars. Drifting, soaring vocals echo throughout, giving way to

New Albums

Chloe Dunn – ‘Blossom’ EP

A consuming new EP from Chloe Dunn, Blossom showcases a sound steeped in dynamic allure — ranging from singer-songwriter and folk to

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MARA WANNA – ‘how dreadful’

Hamtramck, Michigan-based artist MARA WANNA consumes across her new album, how dreadful — navigating grief and growth with inventive, hook-driven artistry. Blending

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Erro – ‘Shadowland’

Pittsburgh-based project Erro, led by multi-instrumentalist Nikki Stagel, impresses again with Shadowland, a new album that fuses shimmering pop-rock textures, ethereal dreaminess,

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