New Tracks

Linda Gardens – “Tubular Steel”

Linda Gardens’ new track “Tubular Steel” impresses with a nocturnal, hypnotic soundscape and vocal presence that reminds somewhat of Kate Bush. Reserved verses find a haunting synth tone and buzzing bass-y push,

FETES – “In the Middle”

“In the Middle” emphasizes a soaring psych-pop aesthetic and FETES’ knack for spacious melodies. The strikingly engaging track is described as “a cathartic tale of heartbreak,” with singer/songwriter Cristian Campano, aka FETES,

RE/GEN – “Signals”

“Signals” shows a synth-tinged post-punk sound from Vancouver-based act RE/GEN. They released their first full-length, Talk to the Past, this month. The album and this track in particular show a tendency for

The Criticals – “Homebody”

In both its NYC references and rock sound, Nashville-based act The Criticals recall the early ’00s rock sound of acts like The Stokes on new track “Homebody.” The act has performed at

Premiere: Max Helgemo – “Slide Away”

The lushly melodic “Slide Away” is a track released today from Max Helgemo, whose breezy vocal presence and tender guitar twangs lead an easy-listening success. Helgemo’s pleasant, melodic songwriting came in handy

Premiere: – Gianna Alessi – “Night Mentality”

Gianna Alessi’s powerful, soulful vocal presence leads stellar new track “Night Mentality,” a suavely entrancing piece of R&B-laden pop with smooth guitars and twinkling keys. A nice bridge at 03:07 shows a

Remnose – “Greenland”

After impressing with “Cures, Diseases” last month, Detroit act Remnose have put out an equally engaging effort in “Greenland.” Twangy guitars establish a delectably infectious melodic presence to start, with emotively crooning

What About Sylvia – “Lucky You” + “Flower”

Southern California-based duo What About Sylvia impress throughout new EP Lucky You. The release’s self-titled track is particularly effective, with Krista Blairand’s melodic vocal presence lending a climactic feel alongside churning guitars,

New Albums

Fortress – ‘Chroma’ EP

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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Erro – ‘Strawberry Moon’

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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