“Gone” is a serene track from Kevin Kaho Tsui, exuding a twinkling dream-pop tone. Lush acoustics and twangy guitars adorn the verses. This twang becomes more prominent during the gorgeous build-up, featuring
New Tracks
The lushly swaying “forever” is a hazy success from hhhhhh, the project of Los Angeles-based artist Hector Guerra. The vibe fondly reminds me of Christopher Owens’ project Girls. A reverberating, surf-y guitar
Time by Super Flat Buzzing synths and a scorching guitar lead open “Time” in gripping, nostalgic form. The track shows a consuming balance between dreamy retrospection and thunderous rock theatrics, a success
“Dirty Crusty” is the new single from London-based singer/songwriter The Birthday Letters, previously impressing with the XTC-esque track “Lesser Evil.” The 50-second mark brings forth a bouncy bass alongside perky percussion, with
“The Game” is a lively track from Captain Mantis, emphasizing the project’s energetic and fun sound. They pursue an “earthy retro sound,” citing acts like Queen and Wings — evident especially in
A resonating track touching with a timely focus on the nature of isolation, “Rice and Tangerines” comes from New York-based artist Carey Clayton. The track’s first minute shows a range of singer/songwriter
“Soupçon Salissant/Lines” is a newly released track from Cory José, a Chicago-based artist with a striking sound. A grooving bass-laden vibrancy and nonchalant vocals make for an interesting aesthetic, one that reminds
Ava Cherry’s successful music career spans five decades. The Chicago-based artist has released multiple albums and worked with the likes of David Bowie, Luther Vandross, and Curtis Mayfield, returning recently with a
New Albums
London-based guitarist Titus Maz digs into late-night introspection on his excellent album Midnight Station. Blending modern jazz, groove fusion, and cinematic textures,
More
Prague-based label Kitty Kant Collective unveils Compilation Volume Two, an 18-track solarpunk cassette and zine. Moving across garage-punk, folk, and ambient textures,
More
New Orleans-based band The Drupes deliver a stellar self-titled debut album. Fusing ’60s-revival pop, harmonious rock, post-punk, and Britpop charm, the guitar-driven
More
Swansea-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Emlyn’s album Passing Craze showcases his prolific, wide-ranging songcraft. Blending 1960s folk-influenced melodies, spacey synths, and touches of piano,
More