New Tracks

John War – “Track #4”

After impressing with the track “The Real Thing” in December, Los Angeles-based artist John War shows his songwriting abilities again on “Track #4,” released today. The track is releasing ahead of War’s

Very Nice Massage – “Slow Things”

“Slow Things” touts a slow-burning vocal lead that’s haunting and hypnotic, sharply aided by synth/keyboard work alternating between light and dark, guitar flourishes, and a steady rhythm section. It’s a track of

Tesha – “Funeral”

“Funeral” is a captivating, nocturnal-sounding track from Brooklyn-based Tesha. Clanging, moody guitar work is gradually accompanied by ghostly synths, paving the way for haunting vocals to emerge around the one-minute mark. I’m

Maddie Jay – “Little Love”

The very melodic “Little Love” is the latest release from Maddie Jay, a bassist, producer, writer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles. A yearning lead melody, parts synth and string-like pull, kicks

Fuzzysurf – “Problems”

“Problems” is a great showing of smart power-pop songwriting, with a tinge of surf-pop added to the mix with the engaging vocal harmonies and serene guitar licks. The track from Milwaukee-based group

Autorall – “Guts and Gears”

Today marks the release of Autorall’s new EP, The Unpopular. Spontaneous and visceral melodies combine throughout with an energetic electronic/rock aesthetic, with the Brazilian artist also impressing with his use of samples.

Lone Wild – “Savages”

Following the riveting “Stranger Ways” last year, Tulsa-based rockers Lone Wild impress again with the track “Savages.” There’s a continuation of the group’s structural creativity, the initial verses touting a minimalist assortment

New Albums

Keeley – ‘Beautiful Mysterious’

A dreamy envelopment takes hold throughout Beautiful Mysterious, the new album from Dublin-based artist Keeley. The release is a compelling thematic follow-up

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Kerrin Connolly – ‘Transitions’

Boston-based artist Kerrin Connolly envelops with a dynamic, consistently melodic sound through Transitions, their third self-released collection of songs. The release “explores

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Neacal – ‘Stranger from Long Ago’

Stranger from Long Ago is an affecting album from Neacal, melding beautiful chamber-pop orchestration with impactful lyricism exploring tragedy, feelings of imprisonment,

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