Melyssa takes a look at a handful of unexposed folk artists, with their new releases serving as very suitable autumn listening. A one-man project produces engaging lush folk with electronic infusions, a
New Tracks
Twangy rock with hints of country and alternative was prominent on Girls’ excellent Broken Dreams Club EP. The sound recalled the likes of Ryan Adams and Matthew Sweet while remaining true to
It amazes me how some bands can take a sweet and angelic voice and layer it over multiple rough aggressions of guitars, rapid percussion, and tireless bass lines; somehow presenting the effect
New Albums
Brooklyn-based artist David Buchs crafts a gorgeous, hypnotic ambient allure on Letting Go, his fourth EP. Buchs’ songs embrace patiently unfolding structures
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Dublin-based artist Robert O’Connor struts an infectious, vibe-y pop appeal with ’80s sophistication throughout his new album, Swimming Against The Tide. Alongside
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Consuming in its lush blend of piano, brass, and subdued jazz-inclined rhythms, The Bigger Picture is the new album from Oscar Utterström,
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JBNG showcase their impressive live sound on Live at the Biltmore, recorded in their hometown of Vancouver. The act’s alt-rock and grunge
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