Israel-based rock band Iris Hill tout strong songwriting and a nicely climactic feel throughout new track “Buona Notte.” The band notes a point of comparison as Phoenix, a band I’m reminded of
New Tracks
“Pyramid” showcases the serene dream-pop sound of Catch a Dinosaur, intertwining jangly guitar dreaminess with slight backing synths and a gentle rhythm section. The band — based out of Somerville, Massachusetts —
“Rabbit” is a hypnotic track from DefByMisadventure, touting lulling keys and vibrant acoustics. 01:37 sees the shifting percussion fade momentarily, kicking back into gear shortly thereafter. The sitar-y effect on the guitars
“Comforts of an Apocalypse” is a catchy track from NYC rockers Strange Loops, touting melodic synths and a stirring vocal lead. Sef Kapur’s vocals impress in alternating between the rousing verses and
Obscure Sound features the ten best albums of 2019.
Obscure Sound rolls into the top 20, covering the best albums of 2019.
Obscure Sound continues coverage of the best albums of 2019.
Obscure Sound continues recapping the top albums of 2019.
New Albums
The Wires Out is a new EP from NYC’s THROES NYC that expands the band’s electronic-driven approach into more pop-oriented territory while
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Denver-based psych-rock trio DOOM SLUG make their full-length debut with Year of the Slug, a captivating 10-track release that embraces a wide-ranging
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Nomad Disco’s new EP Insomnia builds upon the foundation of the band’s debut Pressure Island, revisiting “Flashbacks” with new lyrics alongside three
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Jersey City-based quartet Royal Blush consume across a broad spectrum of alt-rock throughout From Where We’re From, their second EP, moving between
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