Lush, jangly charm is evident throughout “How Come?” — the latest from Stray Fossa. The band has impressed with multiple singles over the years. As such, I’m strongly anticipating the Virginia-based band’s
New Tracks
“Hideaway” marks the first of many singles in 2021 for Verandan, the project of Ville Hopponen (whose former band Cats on Fire was featured here over a decade ago). Jangling guitars and
Traversing with a serene, dreamy vein of rock, “Island Glow” is the latest track from Placid Cactus. Hypnotic guitar jangles and tranquil synths accompany dazed vocals, expanding into a more glistening, expressive
“A Business Relationship” succeeds in melding post-punk and psych-rock with an enthralling intimacy. The track comes via The Sheeps, describing the effort as “about that sinking feeling when you realize no relationship
Released today from Creeptones, “Vacant Winds” is an expansive rocker with engrossing rhythmic drive, shimmering guitar/synth interplay, and hooky vocals. The New Jersey-based act, formed in 2010, release this track as a
“Stuck Pig” is a consuming, creative track from Einsam, finding inspiration from “Bristol’s trip-hop heritage.” The various backing effects and overall rhythmic drive tout an alluring trip-hop vibe, while the piano additions
“Waste My Time” is a stellar single from The Crystal Casino Band, exceling with a spirited rock sound. Sparse guitars and developing vocals build to a consuming “I don’t mind if you
A new release from Glenn Echo, “Hearth” is a satiating, evolving folk track with string infusions and electronic-minded percussive entries. Brisk acoustics percussive pitter-patter craft an elegant beginning. Caressing vocals follow, driving
New Albums
Edinburgh-based band Flame captures the immediacy of their live sound on Medea In Blue, a six-track EP recorded in a rehearsal studio
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Crafting a high-energy rock sound spanning from grunge to alternative, Jovi Skyler delivers an excellent sophomore album in Unpopular. The 10-track release
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Berklee-trained multi-instrumentalist Joe Sparks brings a self-produced musical approach to upcoming album Regina In Her Purple Coveralls Inside The Circle, performing every
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Regen Ryan’s new album Inner Marriage explores spirituality and healing through a 13-track conscious hip-hop journey centered on the union of masculine
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