New Tracks

Crowded Places – “Somewhere Soon”

“Somewhere Soon” evolves with hooky appeal, from suave electro-tinged frequencies to soaring pop effervescence. The track, the latest from Pittsburgh-based artist Crowded Places, emphasizes stellar production throughout. Soulful beginnings, more in an

Super City – “42 Years”

Baltimore-based band Super City show a vitalizing rock sound on new track “42 Years,” which — per the band — is “about an infamous godlike leader passing the torch.” The “42 years,”

Griffin Robillard – “1 More Wicked Morning”

Impressing in September with one of the year’s catchier tracks in the Pulp-esque “V.G.S.O.H. (Sadie’s Song),” Griffin Robillard again struts infectious appeal with new track “1 More Wicked Morning.” Showing an electro-tinged

Josh Fudge – “There She Goes”

Another impressive entry from Josh Fudge, “There She Goes” represents the final single leading to his debut studio album. A laid-back affair initially with coy vocals and swaying guitars, the chorus injects

Jared Saltiel – “Still Tired”

With a gorgeous folk sound, “Still Tired” marks the debut single from singer/songwriter Jared Saltiel. Aesthetically echoing the lusher efforts from Elliott Smith and Paul McCartney, “Still Tired” knits a refreshing aesthetic.

Odakota – “Everyone Knows”

Soaring guitar twangs kick off “Everyone Knows” with a pleasant allure. A lushly melodic vocal presence follows, reaching soaring heights as the track progresses. San Diego-based act Odakota impress thoroughly with this

Ethan Ast – “Don’t Get Comfortable”

The second track from Ethan Ast, “Don’t Get Comfortable” is an engrossing track infusing soaring, spacey pop vibes with blistering psych-rock adornments. Lush verses contrast enjoyably with more bursting chorus, with a

Mickey Newball – “Betting On Bad Weather”

The debut single from Mickey Newball, “Betting On Bad Weather” consumes with moody, soulful escalation. Sweltering vocals and hazy organs lend to an aesthetic reminiscent of Father John Misty and Cass McCombs.

New Albums

Twice Dark – ‘Telekinetic’

The fourth album from Twice Dark, Telekinetic touts a gripping blend of synth-pop, goth-rock, post-punk, and beyond. The Bloomington, Indiana-based project of

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MERAK – ‘Vol (1)’ EP

A psychedelic rock sound with funky appeal enamors on Vol (1), the new EP from Indonesian trio MERAK. The Jakarta-based act take

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