New Tracks

The Colonies – “Fade”

“Fade” is a catchy track from Washington, DC-based The Colonies’ forthcoming third album, produced by the frontman for another local DC band, Jay Neymeyer of Color Palette. Suave, buzzing guitars and an

Cecilia Ebba – “Little Things”

Cecilia Ebba is a Swedish-born artist presently living in Copenhagen, where she is churning out gems like “Little Things”, a soft and lush slice of understated folk-pop, with the vocals projecting a

CRÈME – “Deed”

CRÈME, the exciting project of Trixie Reiss (former The Crystal Method collaborator), released a new track today, “Deed”, that showcases her ability to craft engaging soundscapes, colorful melodies, and hypnotic hooks. Crystal

Ashley Koett – “Bye Bye Baby”

“Bye Bye Baby” washes in like a hazy daydream with slacker-rock guitar chords reminiscent of Mac Demarco’s meandering soundscapes. Ashley Koett’s clear and striking vocals amble along meditative melodies with lyrics drenched

Scotch Mist – “Surfside”

Scotch Mist’s new track “Surfside” shows the group’s moodier, more atmospheric side, comparative to the twangy guitar-leading “Big Red Button” last summer. The track’s saxophone playing is fantastic, evolving from haunting organs

Asian Fred – “W.P.”

“W.P.” is a new single from Asian Fred, the music project of Tucson-based Fred Huang. The track comes via his upcoming debut EP. Huang notes that his experiences of culture and racial

Étoimoi – “Breed”

“Breed” is an ethereal and immersive new track from Spanish duo Étoimoi, who are releasing their first LP with the Spanish label Discos FUP. The excellent “Breed” features the vocals of Johanna

The Tins – “Sundried Mind”

Binghamton-based act The Tins impressed in January with the peppy success “Clearly Not Zen“, reminding of a huskier vein of The Shins on that one. Their new track, “Sundried Mind”, shows more

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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