London-based artist Tilly Dent crafts a timeless sound — aesthetically sitting somewhere between Paul McCartney’s irresistible hook-filled tendencies and Elliott Smith’s folk-forward haunts. This alluring approach is present on new track “Judy’s
New Tracks
Hawley – EP by Hawley “St. Antoní” is a stirring success from Hawley, off the Brooklyn-based artist’s self-titled EP. An intriguing introduction with wordless vocal haunting and building elegance takes place —
Following the infectious track “Anastasia” last month, Toronto artist Stevie Zita is back with another success in “Fantasma IV.” Prancing synths, melodic guitars, and yearning vocals combine for a melodically engaging effort.
Based out of Tel Aviv, the trio Parts impress with the track “Empty Days,” the second single from their debut album. Spacey guitar licks and a vibrant bass line complement a suave
Tommy by Sour Widows “Tommy” is the debut single from Bay Area rockers Sour Widows. Comprised of longtime friends Maia Sinaiko, Susanna Thomson, and Max Edelman, Sour Widows cite alt-rock influences such
The latest track from producer/keyboardist pantology, “Lost Summer” fuses jazz, soul, and downtempo electronica with seamless precision. Funk bass and nocturnal electronic production impress within the consuming arsenal. The Brooklyn-based pantology grew
From Toy Cities’ forthcoming EP of the same name, “Digital Waves” is a rousing electro-pop success that highlights the Brooklyn-based act’s melodic strengths. Infusing a fondness for post-punk with ’90s indie-pop, Toy
The vibrant “Dreamers” shows Nashville duo DOUBLECAMP’s impressive grasp of pop hooks and bright production. Aesthetically somewhere between Cut Copy and Hot Chip, “Dreamers” rides on conciely melodic vocals and synth/guitar interplay.
New Albums
A sprawling multicultural masterwork, Octopus Fox is the third solo album from Shu Lee. Embracing the multi-faceted DIY music tradition, this ambitious
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Driven by an array of moody electronics, heavy rhythmic pulses, and haunting vocals, WAR is a compelling new three-track release from Athens,
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An excellent debut album from The Quiet North, the project of Norwegian producer Fredrik Kristiansen, Stillness Is A Sound traverses enjoyably across
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An enjoyably sprawling rock sound enamors on Kansas-based band Suneaters‘ double album Suneaters V: Heroic Dose, delivering an authentic blend of stylistic
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