Paint Me Naked are a German trio whose latest EP, Fantasy, unleashes doses of ’80s dream-pop and post-punk nostalgia. Melancholic synths, hypnotic female vocals, and post-punk rhythms comprise the arsenal on the
New Tracks
Orange County-based duo Armors impress with emotive pop track “Portland,” a track touting an angsty, yearning vocal tone amidst bouncy keys and buzzing guitar backing. An act like Panic! At The Disco
Raleigh-based act Zephyranthes released one of the year’s more impressive EPs so far, Zephyranthes III, this past month. Among my favorites on the release is “Alone in Stead,” a lively success with
pär (Pär Hagström) is a musician and producer based in Gothenburg, Sweden, producing an ethereal vein of folk with ambient qualities. “The God I Knew Is Dead” is a moving new track
“Suave” is an aptly titled track, its jangly guitars accompanying Andy Leon’s consuming vocal presence for a relaxing, suave feel. Leon is a singer/songwriter part of upcoming Los Angeles band Andy Leon
“London” is an epic, 11-minute track from I, the striking debut album from Northwest. The project formed in 2015, when Ignacio Simón and Mariuca García-Lomas moved from Spain to the UK. Simón
Based out of NYC, Matt Shapiro is an accomplished singer/songwriter whose music has appeared in a variety of TV shows, including
I, Aeronaut – the project of California-based producer Isaac Lomeli – produces a glistening, laid-back sound on new track “This Breed Will Find Something Worthwhile.” Mellow vocals and key-based caressing accompanies a
New Albums
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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Stereotaxi is a consuming new album from pianist Zack Clarke and cellist Chris Irvine, both blending modern classical and jazz with stirring
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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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Ranging from bluesy rock appeal to lush jazz guitar sophistication, Musings from a Coastal Prairie is a delightful new album from J
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