Fans of ’80s synth-pop will be delighted by “Brace Ourselves,” a track from Linda’s Electronic Orchestra, a new-wave/synth-pop project from Alexandria, Virginia. In fact, the whole EP is a treasure trove for
New Tracks
“Guyana, 1978” is an impressive track from Lonely Teenage, a band based out of Rockford, IL. The twangy guitar lead and backing acoustical flutter make for a lovingly hypnotic feel throughout. The
“Major Trouble” is the lush, inventive opener on Proud Creature’s new EP, Opening Creature. Proud Creature is the alias of Todd Brozman, who melds electronica, jazz, and ambient components with seamless, atmospheric
“Bombo Genesis” is a striking rocker from Three Sides, an act comprised of five friends from Moorpark, California. The track presents hybrid of rock with consuming funk and prog-friendly instincts, though still
Paris Rêve by Voluptuous Panic We’re happy to premiere “Paris Rêve” from Voluptuous Panic, a duo churning out quality dream-pop from Bellingham, Washington. A very late-night vibe is apparent throughout, established by
Zilla With Her Eyes Shut by Zilla With Her Eyes Shut Zilla With Her Eyes Shut firmly caught my attention in February with the track “Whisper Whisper,” a delightfully unique pop track
Melbourne-based songwriter Wilding presents a bouncy, psych-tinted pop delight with new track “The World Will End Today.” The lyrics react to news of a world unraveling, pondering if the only recourse to
“Rodeo Star” is a stylish, suave success from VinceTheAlien. The project’s debut track is a success, aesthetically and melodically. Brass emergence around 01:48 coincides with a haunting vocal croon, reminiscent of Yves
New Albums
Nathaniel Sutton’s excellent new album The Days weaves between dynamic full-band arrangements and more introspective acoustic moments. Across its reflections on growing
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Singer-songwriter Stephanie Phillips embraces life’s shifting terrain on Walking the Tightrope, a progressive-folk album shaped by profound personal upheaval, including bereavement and
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Get Together unites China’s Summer Fades Away and Nashville-based instrumental duo Vaudlow in a stirring two-track collaboration shaped by their shared affinity
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Pianist and improviser Ashot Danielyan showcases his expressive solo playing on Make Classical Music Great Again, a collection of seven spontaneous piano
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