On new track “The Sweet Smell Of Bridges Burnt,” BatWhaleDragon produce lush electronic bliss. Off their new album Zoa Constrictor, released today, the track’s atmospheric aesthetic reminds me fondly of the late,
New Tracks
After impressing with the track “The Real Thing” in December, Los Angeles-based artist John War shows his songwriting abilities again on “Track #4,” released today. The track is releasing ahead of War’s
“Slow Things” touts a slow-burning vocal lead that’s haunting and hypnotic, sharply aided by synth/keyboard work alternating between light and dark, guitar flourishes, and a steady rhythm section. It’s a track of
“Funeral” is a captivating, nocturnal-sounding track from Brooklyn-based Tesha. Clanging, moody guitar work is gradually accompanied by ghostly synths, paving the way for haunting vocals to emerge around the one-minute mark. I’m
The very melodic “Little Love” is the latest release from Maddie Jay, a bassist, producer, writer, and multi-instrumentalist based in Los Angeles. A yearning lead melody, parts synth and string-like pull, kicks
“Problems” is a great showing of smart power-pop songwriting, with a tinge of surf-pop added to the mix with the engaging vocal harmonies and serene guitar licks. The track from Milwaukee-based group
Today marks the release of Autorall’s new EP, The Unpopular. Spontaneous and visceral melodies combine throughout with an energetic electronic/rock aesthetic, with the Brazilian artist also impressing with his use of samples.
Following the riveting “Stranger Ways” last year, Tulsa-based rockers Lone Wild impress again with the track “Savages.” There’s a continuation of the group’s structural creativity, the initial verses touting a minimalist assortment
New Albums
New Orleans-based band The Drupes deliver a stellar self-titled debut album. Fusing ’60s-revival pop, harmonious rock, post-punk, and Britpop charm, the guitar-driven
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Swansea-based multi-instrumentalist Tom Emlyn’s album Passing Craze showcases his prolific, wide-ranging songcraft. Blending 1960s folk-influenced melodies, spacey synths, and touches of piano,
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A fantastic display of emotively impactful folk songwriting, Sirens is the debut full-length album from New York-based singer-songwriter Ryan Rickenbach. Produced by
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Written on a cross-country road trip, Miami-based artist Theo Black impresses throughout his new EP, Turned Around — blending post-punk, power pop,
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