New Tracks

Eye-C – “Day Trip”

Eye-C’s “Day Trip” shows a gripping atmospheric presence and build-up, beginning with washed-out synths that project a whirring energy. Percussive fragments emerge shortly thereafter, followed by low-pitched nonchalant vocals, crafting an intriguing

Alex McArtor – “Party’s Over”

“Party’s Over” is a showcase in striking vocals and gripping songwriting from Alex McArtor, an impressive 16-year-old singer/songwriter. The track begins as a piano ballad, evolving with sporadic guitar twangs that eventually

Dog Trainer – “The Kids”

The first single from Dog Trainer’s forthcoming (3/1) album Puppyhood, “The Kids” is parts jangly guitar-pop goodness and parts brooding psychedelia, another success from the New York duo, who impressed in 2017

Quintin Tarintinto – “Po Hustlin”

Quintin Tarintinto is a rising hip-hop artist that impresses thoroughly on new track “Po Hustlin.” The Tallahassee-based artist paces his infectious flow from the get-go, as lush orchestral additions lurk in the

Aqua Seafoam – “I Appear Fine”

The opening track from Aqua Seafoam’s self-titled debut EP, “I Appear Fine” is a nice representation of the New York act’s creative and suspenseful sound. Ominous vocals and creaking guitars in the

Sunnbrella – “Flyby”

Sunnbrella’s engaging new track “Flyby” meshes warm shoegazing rhythm guitars, lead twangs, and lush vocals. The London-based project of David Zbirka, Sunnbrella also impressed in October with the track “Outta Focus.” The

Meyru – “Running Day Dreams”

Meyru’s new track “Running Day Dreams” meshes an Interpol-like post-punk presence with a grunge-friendly vocal feel, resulting in a bustling and melodic effort that shows the NYC rockers’ numerous strengths. The “I

West Parade – “Something in the Water”

West Parade is the project of West London producer Charlie Chipchase, whose hands-on DIY approach conjures synth-pop heavy on hooks, suaveness, and ’80s nostalgia. Such is evident on new track “Something in

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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