Henry Hall’s latest is a moving crooner featuring creaky acoustics and piano smatterings, reminiscent aesthetically of Grizzly Bear. From brisk hook-filled rockers like “Comfort Zone” to quainter more folk-inclined efforts like “Missing
New Tracks
I first caught onto John War with his stylish, atmospheric cover of Glen Campbell’s “Wichita Lineman” a couple years ago. It was a nice showcase of his aesthetic, which is continued with
“Security” is a newly released track from Vienna-based trio The Faded North, the second single off their new EP What Did I Miss?, also releasing this month. Comprised of immigrants from the
“Bet” is a catchy, soulful track from Minneapolis-based hip-hop group iLLism, off their second studio album iLLuminate. The husband-wife duo have been rising since becoming a top three finalist in Prince’s Paisley
Villows returns with another successful track in “Revel.” The effort touts a danceable, club-laden chorus that plays effectively off the suave verses, led by trickling guitars and a warbled synth lead. The
Seattle trio Peyote Ugly produce a psych-friendly sound steeped in hypnotic guitars and synths. “Jackdaw” is the opening track off their recently released EP of the same name, streaming in full below.
The Blue are a rising act that impress with new track “Harley.” A catchy, straightforward beginning features pleasant vocals and pop-friendly guitar work. It builds to great heights, though. The track’s power
South London-based composer/instrumentalist/singer Nikky French fronts the project Current Eternal, whose new track “Save The Day” blends colorful, atmospheric electronics with clever pop smarts. French successfully pursues an aesthetic steeped in orchestral
New Albums
Tragically True is a consuming new album from NYC-based artist villafeign, moving seamlessly between driving, high-energy rock and moments of reflective intensity.
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The gripping debut album from Alessiah, Obscentra marks her bold step into adulthood and artistic self-realization. Building on nearly a decade in
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A melodic, nostalgic creativity stirs across EIGHT COURSE TASTING MENU, the new album from tripperjones.AI. True to its name, the release plays
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The riveting new album from Christian List, Beach shows the talented songwriter expanding his sound with a fuller, band-driven approach. The release
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