Fondly producing a sound reminiscent of The Arctic Monkeys, “Blame” is a stellar track from Louis and the Shakes, the London-based act previously known as Louis Antoniou. Last year saw the band
New Tracks
Münechild is a project from Sacramento, crafting a mysteriously inviting sound throughout a recently released self-titled LP. Conjuring a dream-pop haze with a rock sound fit for nighttime driving, “It Takes Time”
elevator music by Clerques London band Clerques draw inspiration from artists capable of succeeding in evolving, darker-set soundscapes. King Krule and My Bloody Valentine are among those cited, with a similar atmospheric
Echoing a hypnotic, layered psych-pop sound reminiscent of Animal Collective, “Wiffle” is a newly released track from King Bug, the solo project of Eddie Kuspiel (also of Brooklyn-based projects Color Tongue and
“Struck Gold” is a lush electro-pop and funk-tinged track from Los Angeles artist Kosie, featuring the vocals of Amber Navran. The track comes from the new album Beauty Sleep. Tender guitars and
San Francisco-based artist Louie Elser succeeds with a track that’s both serene and stirring. “Holograms” shows Elser’s ability to craft haunting soundscapes with a quivering croon, accompanied by murky rhythms and suave
After impressing with retro-pop gem “I Wonder” in April, “Chaucer” is another melodic success from Micky Blouse, hailing from Sheffield, England. “Chaucer” features a more swirling guitar presence, in addition to Micky’s
Nashville act The Criticals have had a great year, impressing thus far with the tracks “Homebody,” “Kate Moss,” and “Treat Ya Better.” Their most recent of the bunch, “Good Lookin” touts a
New Albums
Pittsburgh-based multi-instrumentalist Radical Reecer shapes new album Whimsical : Crestfallen through layered synth textures, funk-rooted grooves, modulated guitar, and detailed sound design.
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Fuel For The Fire – 40th Anniversary Edition marks a long-awaited new chapter for composer and pianist Alan Goldberg, revisiting an album
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British-born, LA-based artist Emilie Reid explores the turbulence and exhilaration of artistic life throughout Leopard~Sukha, her debut album. Shaped by the pop-rock
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Ypsilanti-based band TV Blackout unveils their first full-length, Loss of Control, showcasing the varied musical backgrounds of its four members into an
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