Based out of Chicago, Jude Shuma is an independent artist who shows a consuming, hypnotic sound throughout new 3-track EP Summer Sickness (released via Propelr Records). His psych-friendly vein of dream-pop succeeds
New Tracks
Elsewhere by Rujen Elsewhere is the debut EP from Atlanta-based act Rujen. Kicking this impressive release off is the entrancing “Luna,” a gripping collection of melodic vocal lines, catching guitar work, and
“Now & Then” is a yearning, lush track from Willis, a band from Florence, Alabama. “Now & Then” comes from the band’s recently released EP, Locals 3, touting a sound touching on
Johnathon McCombe’s third studio album, Something Good, offers a pleasingly understated rock sound — taking a cue from ’60s and ’70s rock/folk nostalgia, in addition to modern slacker-friendly acts like Mac DeMarco.
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
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
New Albums
Chicago-based singer-songwriter Sacha Mullin embraces a stylish pop-forward direction on Social Touch, his fourth album, balancing art-rock sophistication with sleek synth-pop hooks
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Blue Drops is the excellent debut full-length from Toronto-based band Azure Rose, showcasing a hazy blend of dream pop, shoegaze, and jangly
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Kwasi masterfully fuses alternative hip-hop, punk, indie, and emo-rock on Outstanding MISFIT, a fourteen-track debut album tracing the volatile relationship between the
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Technicolour delights in a variety of heartfelt, hooky pop creations from Sydney-based singer-songwriter Holly Wild, embracing the full spectrum of love, vulnerability,
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