Flying Potion – “Constrictor”

January 31, 2019

Chicago artist Flying Potion just released a self-titled debut album with captivating appeal. A constant throughout is emphasis on pedal steel guitar techniques, with the twangy presence providing a melodic backbone to

Zanzinger – “Seasonal Winds”

January 31, 2019

Swift woodwinds and twangy guitars accompany the warm vocals of Daniel Micsoda on the track “Seasonal Winds,” the latest release from Zanzinger. Micsoda is a Budapest-based artist who fronts the project, taking

Sal Dulu – “Xompulse”

January 29, 2019

Irish producer Sal Dulu impresses again with the atmospheric “Xompulse.” Following up on successes like “Duluoz Dream,” “Antasma,” and “Tyko.” Classical, jazz and ambient influences appear strongly in this calming piano piece.

The Twelve AM – “Heart Beats”

January 29, 2019

“Heart Beats” shows a fun, rockin’ sound with a power-pop flair, reminding me of Teenage Fanclub fondly. It’s a catchy, addictive effort from Connecticut-based act The Twelve AM. The “like my band,”

Sterile Cuckoo – “Failed Coronation”

January 28, 2019

The gorgeous, understated “Failed Coronation” flows with weightless charm. A lulling, symphonic presence lurks alongside twinkling keys and a lullaby-set vocal tone, with a haunting vocal and bass-laden addition arising as the

Night Marcher – “Dime Novel News”

January 28, 2019

Night Marcher’s latest album, Us & Them, features a number of highlights that show Rob Reinfurt’s talents as a hook-driven songwriter. Still, it’s no surprise “Dime Novel News” is receiving the most

Sandy Blue – “Soul Raver”

January 28, 2019

“Soul Raver” is a track with enjoyable depth, spanning from moments of elegant sparseness to cathedral-sized psych-friendly eruptions. The track comes via the album Off You Go, the newest from Copenhagen 7-piece

Secret Lynx – “Feline”

January 28, 2019

“Feline” shows a nostalgic rock sound, merging ’70s and ’80s rock anthemic power with a soaring modern indie-rock arsenal. The peppy, punctuated vocal presence leads melodically into the “some things never change,”