New Tracks

Seven Layer Piano Cakes – “Remy”

A peppy single that incorporates power-pop infection with surf-y vocal harmonizing, “Remy” is a stellar track from Los Angeles-based project Seven Layer Piano Cakes. Beginning with solemn Wurlitzer and evolving into rock-forward

PORT NASIM – “The Need”

It’s Murky Grey, the new album from Italy-based rockers PORT NASIM, unleashes a fervent blend of ’70s-inspired prog-rock and contemporary alternative. Opening track “In the End” wastes no time with its heavy

Paolo Ruiu – “Low”

Low EP by Paolo Ruiu London-based artist Paolo Ruiu impresses with his new Low EP, touting a murky vein of rock that induces a suavely memorable effect. The opening, self-titled track concocts

Paul Andrews – “Borrowed Time”

The sophomore album from Paul Andrews, From the Distance entrances with its melodic vein of sophisti-pop and dance. There’s ample versatility amongst the tracks; “Words to Sorrow” and “Borrowed Time” evoke an

Universed – “Harvey”

Maru by Universed Consuming with its lush instrumental electronic sound, Maru is a lovely EP from Universed, the Los Angeles-based project of Cristina Lord. “Harvey” is enjoyably representative, its nocturnal keys gradually

Kevin Atwater – “ashes”

“ashes” is a stirring folk track from NYC-based artist Kevin Atwater, via their debut EP, retriever. A gentle rush of acoustics complement vulnerable lyrics to start: “I want to be cool, I

New Albums

Darker Lighter – ‘Darker Lighter’

The self-titled debut album from Los Angeles-based project Darker Lighter captivates with a cathartic, melodic rock immersion. Songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Salar

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The Kanz – ‘Alienation Party’

Captivating with its blend of pop-punk nostalgia and modern electronic infusions, Alienation Party is the debut full-length album from London-based band The

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