Obscure Sound highlights their top 50 albums of 2024.
New Tracks
A dynamic folk success that compels from solemn acoustic-set ruminations to brass-laden anthemic heights, “When The Sea Came To Tea” comes via Little Juke. The Birmingham, England-based band thoroughly impress on their
A whirring synth-driven intensity invigorates on “All set for adventure!” — a new single from Finnish artist GIDE. The Vantaa-based producer takes inspiration from the group Above & Beyond, in addition to
A soulfully melodic charmer from German artist Cris Cap, “Live Like My Cat” daydreams about switching places with a pet cat — and enjoying the simplicity and relaxed pursuits of such a
An atmospheric and delectably unsettling electronic intrigue takes hold on “Radiation,” a new single from ZIFR. The producer and DJ — based in Pune, India — infuses house and techno inspirations within
Oregon-based singer/songwriter Rich Swanger showcases a quaint yet insightful folk appeal on new single “Awfully Good,” representing the artist’s first solo effort in a decade — following releases with full bands. The
A hypnotic, expansive psychedelic splendor takes hold on “Seasonal Furs,” a newly released single from Ilan Woodward. Suave vocals immerse with perspectives on uncertainty and feigned smiles, bolstered by a wordless vocal
Invigorating with buzzing synth power and melodic guitar lines, “Passengers” is a recent track from The Underwater Believers. The Phoenix, Arizona-based artist describes the release as “a power progression explaining my frustration
New Albums
A haunting electronic pop infectiousness shows throughout Chroma, the new EP from Antwerp-based trio Fortress. Satiating structural swells are apparent throughout, often
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Los Angeles-based artist Jerome Pawl crafts a moody hip-hop enthrallment on new EP Drain The Swamp, pairing fluid vocal rhythmics with beats
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Impressing across both fervent rock charisma and lush balladry, American Dreaming is the new album from Jess McAvoy. The Brooklyn-based non-binary artist
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Pittsburgh-based duo Erro craft a heartfelt, nostalgic rock appeal across their new album Strawberry Moon. ’60s and ’70s rock influences pair with
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