“Wicker Park Towing Specialist” is a gripping new track The Edwards, a five-piece from Chicago. Captivating early with a confident sound reminiscent of Deerhunter, the effort features a slew of catching twists
New Tracks
The second release from FM Towns, “Sweet William” showcases excellent songwriting and a rousing sound. The Suffolk (UK)-based artist touts a striking falsetto lead and knack for melodic nostalgia. “Sweet William” wastes
The Death of Me by Alice Dreamt “All Those Little Things” shows a beautiful pop-forward embrace, coming from Detroit-based artist Alice Dreamt. Dreamy acoustical strums and flourishing vocal effects open the track
Pulsing guitars and a haunting, whirring backing leads “In your bed,” a rousing rocker from Belgian artist NINU. “I’ll get you in your bed,” the vocals repeat throughout, exuding a sort of
“Ruby Jean” is the latest from Mickey Newball, who caught my ear in December with the track “Betting On Bad Weather.” Nostalgic pop charm is abundant throughout “Ruby Jean,” particularly as the
Impressing with “Mirror Man” last month, “Join My Dreams” is another success from Houston-based artist Scotty Malcolm. “If you think you know me, you gotta join my dreams,” Malcolm sings during the
“It’s OK” shows crisp, reassuring enjoyment from Glassmaps, reminding of parts Tame Impala and Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Expressive, psych-friendly guitars and pulsing bass give way to smoother, funk-tinged vocal expression to start.
A recent track from duo chemical club, “Everything I Know” enamors with a hooky charm, meshing modern pop charm with tinges of ’80s nostalgia — led by shimmering guitars and playful synth
New Albums
New York-based Canadian artist Melissa Geurts creates what she calls “nervous system anthems,” set within a consuming dark synth-pop aesthetic. Her sophomore
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Brooklyn-based artist Sanford: returns with the expansive Big Tent Revival, a self-produced record that picks up exactly where his previous effort, Extinguished
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The project Hunki Dori embraces a lushly absorbing, atmospheric minimalism on the album Ciclo. Warm, detailed productions excel with gorgeous soundscapes, also
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Philadelphia-based band Cigarettes for Breakfast embrace bedroom-project origins with their excellent colour wheel EP, a follow-up to their acclaimed 2025 sophomore LP
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