Winnipeg-based project Warming is the synth-pop project of Brady Allard, who wrote his 12-song LP while living out of a van. Taking inspiration from ’80s pop music, evident in the nonchalant though
New Tracks
Super-Center Boy by Improvement Movement The suave and twangy “Super-Center Boy” is the latest from psych-pop act Improvement Movement, based out of Atlanta. A jumpy rhythm section combines with melodic vocals and
Touting consuming folk-led vibes reminiscent of Damien Jurado, “Gambling Man (Time to Walk Away)” is a beautiful new track from Philadelphia-based solo artist Maxwell Perla (La Dante). A companion to his first
Touting late-night electro-tinged pop vibes reminiscent of The xx and James Blake, “Island Night” is an atmospheric and melodic success we’re happy to premiere. The effort comes courtesy of Dansson Rana, who
On The Rocks by Acting Captain Tranquil guitars and soulful vocals kick off “Bottom of the Tank” in enticing form. The stomping percussion and buzzing around 01:30 is well-done, with the soaring
Brooklyn-based artist Lord Sonny the Unifier impressed last year with the track “Right In Your I,” a success that captured project leader Greg Jiritano’s fondness for rock of the ’60s and ’70s
Ivor Lane crafts moving, atmospheric songs with slowcore appeal, influenced by ’90s shoegaze, Nico, and ambient music — all of which value tactful melodic journeys and rewards patience. The Chicago-based artist shows
Toronto artist Michael Paradise impresses with the track “Gold,” touting a funk-tinged vein of jangly pop that reminds fondly of Toro y Moi. Gaining steam since last summer, when he released two
New Albums
The new album from Nick Jaina, The Monster Mash showcases a spacious guitar-led sound that melodically frames lyrics exploring self-reflection, personal fragmentation,
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The second single from Dim Petals’ forthcoming debut album, “Bilmiyorum” presents an immersive, atmospheric sound from the Hamburg, Germany-based project. Their style
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Unveiling a memorable rock sound amidst perspectives of personal identity and the oft-elusive power of creativity, UltraTerrestrial is the latest album from Atlanta-based
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The standout debut album from singer-songwriter Stephen Mugford, Palooza Beach is a wonderfully dynamic success — spanning from the cinematic orchestral intrigue of
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