9/10 – EXCELLENT Album Animal Collective is an experimental and genre-blurring musical collective that has been a prominent force in the indie music scene since the early 2000s. Comprising members Avey Tare (David Portner), Panda Bear (Noah Lennox), Deakin (Josh … Continue Reading
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Sunday Scaries: Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats – “I’ll Cut You Down”
Okay, so we regret to inform we didn’t inform you of Uncle Acid and the Deadbeats sooner but they just came under our radar. We are pleased to invite you to listen to this incredible group of British rockers that … Continue Reading
HNAF (Hot New Album Fridays): HONEYMOAN – ‘Sorry Like You Mean It’
HONEYMOAN’s debut album, Sorry Like You Mean It, is filled with a dreamy and atmospheric sound, which incorporates elements of indie rock, shoegaze, and pop. The music on this album is characterized by lush, reverb-soaked guitar tones, ethereal vocals, and … Continue Reading
HEAR: Indie Rock | A Beacon School – “KITM”
Smith began making music as A Beacon School in 2009. A home-recorded demo single was released in 2011, and a self-titled EP by a full-band lineup appeared near the end of 2012. Smith notably played with bands such as Modern … Continue Reading
HEAR: Synth-Pop | Born Days – “How To Disappear”
Born Days has released “How To Disappear” a unique and inspiring track born from a dark period in the artist’s life. The passion and intensity in this track is present from the first note to the last. Born Days is … Continue Reading
ATKA Shares Dynamic New Single “Lenny”
Atka, the London-based German musician, songwriter, and producer has shared “Lenny,” a new single off of her forthcoming debut EP, The Eye Against The Ashen Sky, out November 3. Of the song, Atka notes “This is a song about how … Continue Reading
SEE: Pop Music | Chappell Roan – “Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl”
Chappell Roan is a fierce new artist from Los Angeles that debuted in 2017 with her EP School Nights but Roan just released her first full-length album, The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Princess, and it is a banger! … Continue Reading
HNAF (Hot New Album Fridays): Electronic Pop | Yeule – ‘softcars’
7/10 – VERY GOOD Yeule’s, singer-songwriter-producer, new album softcars is an electric mix of electronic pop, R&B and 90s rock. Yeule dazzles with her enigmatic and dynamic style. Softcars is a testament of strength from this 25-year-old that does all … Continue Reading
Unknown Mortal Orchestra announces 10th Anniversary Edition of ‘II’
Unknown Mortal Orchestra announces the release of a special 10th anniversary vinyl edition of their seminal album II set for release on November 17th via Jagjaguwar. Upon its initial release, II delivered on the promise of the band’s self-titled debut and cemented Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s … Continue Reading
SEE: Vegyn – “Makeshift Tourniquet”
British songwriter/DJ/producer Joseph Thornalley aka Vegyn drops new single “Makeshift Tourniquet”, via his own label PLZ Make It Ruins. On this emotionally rich, layered dance floor groove, sustained waves of synth wash over house beats and glowing bleeps, all coalescing … Continue Reading
Hear/See Lime Garden’s catchy and fun “Love Song”
British indie rockers Lime Garden have released the visualizer for “Love Song”—their catchy and fun new single. This is a much poppier side to the band and we love it! Check it out below and let us know your thoughts: … Continue Reading
HEAR: Crumb and Melody’s Echo Chamber – “Le Temple Volant”
Crumb and Melody’s Echo Chamber are joining forces for new single “Le Temple Volant.” The collaboration, co-written by Melody and the band, synthesizes Crumb’s signature swirling instrumentation with Ramani and Protchet’s otherworldly vocals. The song arrives accompanied by a retro, home video-style … Continue Reading
Hear: Alternative Pop | Honeymoan – “Seriously, Good Luck With That”
HONEYMOAN is an alternative pop band. Started in 2017 as a “just for fun” project the band has received international acclaim and continues to explore genre and style with each release. With two members Alison Rachel (vocals) and Skye McInnes (guitar) based … Continue Reading
Mellow Monday: Haley Blais – “Soft Spot For Monarchs”
Haley Blais is a Canadian singer/songwriter who has just released her glorious sophomore album Wisecrack. We are showcasing one of the best singles from the album “Soft Spot For Monarchs” but want to let you know that the whole album … Continue Reading
SEE: Sarah Mary Chadwick – “Drinkin’ On A Tuesday”
Sarah Mary Chadwick is a New Zealand–born and Melbourne-based singer-songwriter whose songs are defined by her raspy voice and clever, murky lyrics. Chadwick surprises us with her charming and appealing song structure. The cheeky “Drinkin’ On A Tuesday” is exactly what we … Continue Reading
HEAR: Gum – “Argentina”
The new album from multi-instrumentalist Jay Watson aka GUM (POND, Tame Impala) is his most ambitious to date with sprawling instrumentals, acoustics, and ethereal soundscapes. Watson’s “Argentina” is stunning psychedelic track that showcases the best elements of his new album … Continue Reading
HEAR: Leon III – “Mannequins”
Texas-based psychedelic songweavers Leon III (pronounced Leon the Third) are thrilled to announce their third full-length studio album along with the release of the album’s opening, two-song suite; “Mannequins” and “Dogwood Blooms.” The new album, Something Is Trying To Change … Continue Reading
HNAF (Hot New Album Fridays): Alan Palomo (Neon Indian) – ‘World Of Hassle’
Alan Palomo, known for his contributions to the electronic music genre, particularly the subgenre of chillwave has just released World Of Hassle – his first solo project under his own name. This is a fantastic introduction to his world of … Continue Reading
SEE: Dreamwave goth-pop | Born Days – “My Little Dark”
Born Days is the conceptual dreamwave goth-pop project from Chicago-based multi-instrumentalist singer, songwriter, and producer Melissa Harris. Her first full-length album My Little Dark will be released on October 6, 2023, through AudioSport Records. Candidly vulnerable and emotionally complex, My … Continue Reading
SEE: A Beacon School Shares New Single / Lyric Video – “Alone”
Press photo by Dave Scholten A Beacon School has shared a new single / lyric video, “Alone.” The track was mixed by Sonny DiPerri (MBV, Trent Reznor, M83, DIIV) ahead of his new LP, yoyo, out Oct. 13 on the … Continue Reading