New Tracks

Ghost Color – “Weaponization of a Star”

Pounding percussion, dexterous guitar runs, and an overall sense of well-constructed madness permeate throughout “Weaponization of a Star”, an instrumental effort from Sacramento-based group Ghost Color. Rhythm and melody remain consistent in

Astro Tan – “Whiskey + Water”

Previously impressing with tracks like “Hips“, Portland’s Astro Tan continues their masterful display of unique lushness with “Whiskey + Water”, a great track that finds the group experimenting with heavier textures and

People Flavor – “There Isn’t”

Back in 2013 I was impressed by a submission from The Gloss, whose sound combined the sleek punchy garage-rock of The Strokes with the trashy drugged-out glam touch of Suede’s Dog Man

The Edward Furlongs – “Nagasaki”

Cool by The Edward Furlongs The Edward Furlongs are a duo from New Jersey with a particularly sharp sound. Their brisk new track “Nagasaki” touts some Beirut-like brass flourishes over anthemic vocals and

Tumbler – “Break Or Fall”

Strong acoustical strums and string cries set “Break Or Fall” into motion, projecting a majestic quality somewhat similar to the Pumpkins’ “Tonight, Tonight”. And like that, the anthemic percussion remains with the

Catholic Radio – “Rain Is Done”

“Rain Is Done” is an exceptional track from Catholic Radio, an indie-rock group originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma that includes three brothers. Mellow keys and a bustling prog-rock assortment of guitars set up

SQRD – “Beast”

SQRD is an electronic duo based in Berlin and Stockholm. Influenced by the likes of Caribou and Weval, SQRD’s new single “Beast” shows an impressive atmospheric construction with a knack for both

Michael Cullen – “Cha Cha Cha D’Amour”

I’ve featured veteran Australian singer-songwriter Michael Cullen in the past, specifically the tracks “Nothing Special” and “Do You Believe?“. Both were fine representations of what makes Cullen’s music so appealing; his strong baritone

New Albums

Nathav – ‘Moon River’ EP

Compelling in its serene soundscapes and emotive vocal drives, Moon River is a ravishing new EP from Nathav. The latest project by

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MAXIIM – ‘Swimming’

Paris-based artist MAXIIM crafts an emotional, piano-led sound throughout the new album Swimming — described as “an introspective journey filled with hope.”

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