“That Breeze” is a beautiful song written on a very eventful day for the artist. “I wrote this song on a perfect spring day after meeting the woman who would soon become
New Tracks
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,
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.
New Albums
Scott Moran delivers an emotionally riveting album on Sixth of the Six, a poignant journal chronicling the international abduction of his daughter,
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London-based guitarist Titus Maz digs into late-night introspection on his excellent album Midnight Station. Blending modern jazz, groove fusion, and cinematic textures,
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Prague-based label Kitty Kant Collective unveils Compilation Volume Two, an 18-track solarpunk cassette and zine. Moving across garage-punk, folk, and ambient textures,
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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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