New Tracks

Premiere: nutrients – “hide & seek”

“hide & seek” is a melodic slice of jangle-pop from Toronto-based act nutrients, who describe the track as “all about recreating the excitement of your first taste adolescent independence.” Accompanied by a

Kaleurs – “Beach Freaks”

Kaleurs’ songwriter/vocalist/guitarist Nik Birkemeyer wrote the band’s new EP, Gently into the Night, with introspection in mind. Specifically, the band’s aesthetic successfully aims to bring “a notion of relief to the table

Split Screens – “From the Start”

Following the impressive “Back Again” last month, Split Screens released an EP last week containing that track and other gems. The six tracks on Everyday Static emphasize the gripping songwriting of the

Dimitri von Büren – “Shining Bright”

Inspired by “warm summer nights and chilling indie pop vibes,” Dimitri von Büren’s third single “Shining Bright is a delight. The Paris-based artist, who impressed earlier this year with the single “Days

Shyclops – “Runaway”

Emitting a yearning, nostalgic ’80s synth-pop tone, “Runaway” is a pleasantly melodic track from Shyclops, their debut single. The Indonesian act craft a warming pop feel with a constant synth arp, fluttering

Luiz e os Louises – “Please Everyone”

The delightful “Please Everyone” is the opening track on Life’s a Cigarette, the new full-length from Brazilian folk/indie rock solo artist Luiz e os Louises. Recalling the likes of Lou Reed and

Happy Freuds – “The Mountain”

Echo Of Sounds by Happy Freuds Hailing from Javea, Spain, four-piece Happy Freuds pursue a sound reminiscent of ’70s analog rock ‘n’ roll, while also touching on aspects of contemporary rock. They

Kirrah Amosa – “Undefeated”

Canberra native Kirrah Amosa shows a suave vein of R&B-tinged pop on the track “Undefeated.” Pulsing synths are gradually accompanied by snappy percussion, providing a nice accompaniment to the engaging vocal presence.

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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