“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
New Tracks
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
Meet Me in the Dream by Stephanie Catlett “Nothing But Fine” is a consuming effort from Stephanie Catlett’s new EP, Meet Me in the Dream. The Iowa-based singer/songwriter puts her intimate storytelling
Sean Miller’s new solo EP, Everywhere I Roam, shows a serene, acoustical sound with heartfelt appeal. The Northern Michigan-based singer/songwriter also plays in the band The Real Ingredients, and is using the
Reminding fondly of MF Doom, “Glitter & Grime” is an excellent track from Dr. LaFlow. The South Florida-based artist is prepping his upcoming album Not For Human Consumption, with “Glitter & Grime”
Created by Greyson Paul Charnock, Someday River are a quality band showing a gripping, emotive blend of alternative, psychedelia, and folk. “Out of Reach” is exemplary, especially regarding its enjoyably varied structure.
New Albums
Scott Moran delivers an emotionally riveting album on Sixth of the Six, a poignant journal chronicling the international abduction of his daughter,
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London-based guitarist Titus Maz digs into late-night introspection on his excellent album Midnight Station. Blending modern jazz, groove fusion, and cinematic textures,
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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,
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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
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