New Tracks

Zephyranthes – “Alone in Stead”

Raleigh-based act Zephyranthes released one of the year’s more impressive EPs so far, Zephyranthes III, this past month. Among my favorites on the release is “Alone in Stead,” a lively success with

pär – “The God I Knew Is Dead”

pär (Pär Hagström) is a musician and producer based in Gothenburg, Sweden, producing an ethereal vein of folk with ambient qualities. “The God I Knew Is Dead” is a moving new track

Andy Leon – “Suave”

“Suave” is an aptly titled track, its jangly guitars accompanying Andy Leon’s consuming vocal presence for a relaxing, suave feel. Leon is a singer/songwriter part of upcoming Los Angeles band Andy Leon

Northwest – “London”

“London” is an epic, 11-minute track from I, the striking debut album from Northwest. The project formed in 2015, when Ignacio Simón and Mariuca García-Lomas moved from Spain to the UK. Simón

Pete Berwick – “Anyway”

“Anyway” is a strongly melodic track from Pete Berwick’s new album, Island. The Chicago-based artist produces a timeless sound, one steeped in rock, Americana, and country spirit. A dual vocal delivery complements

Erich Mrak – “Navigate”

“Navigate” is the first of six singles Erich Mrak is releasing over the next six months, which will culminate in a new EP. This starting point is a spacious, atmospheric success. Alongside

New Albums

Chloe Dunn – ‘Blossom’ EP

A consuming new EP from Chloe Dunn, Blossom showcases a sound steeped in dynamic allure — ranging from singer-songwriter and folk to

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MARA WANNA – ‘how dreadful’

Hamtramck, Michigan-based artist MARA WANNA consumes across her new album, how dreadful — navigating grief and growth with inventive, hook-driven artistry. Blending

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Erro – ‘Shadowland’

Pittsburgh-based project Erro, led by multi-instrumentalist Nikki Stagel, impresses again with Shadowland, a new album that fuses shimmering pop-rock textures, ethereal dreaminess,

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