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The Kites – “16”

June 11, 2025

Based out Leeds, Yorkshire (yeah, that one), The Kites bring us their latest with “16.” Capturing for many what is a pivotal year as a teenager, the track is heavy on the guitar that is only outshone by the vocals. I felt a lot of nods to the headier movements from bands like Blink-182 that capture that pop punk vibe while still tugging at the ole heartstrings. Assuming you’re at least 17 and reading this, the age of 16 is an easy-to-grasp concept that The Kites artfully depict – and left me feeling a whoooooole lot of emotions.   You can hear the track below from YouTube or over on Spotify. This definitely an easy contender for your summer playlist and hopefully not the last we hear from the band this year.  

Elle Belle – “Figure 8”

June 11, 2025

Christopher Papas fronts Elle Belle and their latest single is “Figure 8,” the second track off of the single sharing the same name. The first, incidentally, was reviewed by the incomparable Nick Sessanna here. It’s a study in simplicity written on a train to Timbuktu (sarcasm), and a primer to “Figure 8” that, taken together, showcases Papas’ range as a musician. Funnily enough, I felt like the intro to “Figure 8” felt more like a train getting started as it spirits the protagonist away from the station (to or from Kyoto?!).   Speaking to the track (and partially dashing my theory of a train theme) Papas had this to say: “‘Figure 8’ is a sweet love song despite the brooding melody and dark chords. I don’t know if there is a place where we could love each other forever, but if there is, let’s go there.”   You can hear[...]

Hot Head – “Electric Chemistry”

June 11, 2025

NYC based Hot Head released their latest (but not first, that honor goes to “Intro“) track “Electric Chemistry.” Out June 6th, it contrasts mightily with the subdued “Intro” and serves the perfect pop-punk kick off to the summer you needed. More power chords than you can shake a sparkler at and showcasing the foursome’s range with solo and melodic lyric play.   Speaking to the track, the band said the track drew inspiration from ” …the static energy formed when you come into contact with another person of an opposite charge.” You can definitely feel that energy throughout and, I can assure, you won’t be disappointed unless you don’t like your punk upbeat and happy.   You can hear “Electric Chemistry” over on Soundcloud or the big green circle with stripes, Spotify. Be sure to listen to “Intro” first to get the full effect, trust me! Or don’t, down with[...]

yetep – Hate It When It’s You (feat. Trella)

June 6, 2025

yetep might “Hate It When It’s You” (and Trella too), but I don’t think they’re talking about you (sorry). That doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy this pupil-dilating EDM laced jam. I could try and tell you how perfect the vocals hit with the drum machine and effects yetep pushes out… But this is just a great mid-set song that really brings a crowd back in on a Saturday night, or, the type that’s a great jumping off point for the beginning of a set.   You can hear the (very helpful) lyric track below on YouTube. It’s also available on Spotify and probably a couple other places (there are like eighty different streaming apps now).          

Marina Fleming – “The Band”

June 6, 2025

Hot off her newest album Groupies in the Age of Consent, Marina Fleming brings us her latest single “The Band.” With “The Band,” Fleming has crafted a slow burn track that vacillates between pop and, dare I say, some folk influence? Listen. She tells a damn story and it’s sad, but it’s not quite country, ergo, folk. *mic drop* Oh and another thing! You can’t tell me lo-fi guitar and a tambourine aren’t at least folk-adjacent. Give it a whirl and let us know what you think!   You can hear “The Band” below from YouTube or check it out on Spotify. The rest of the album, Groupies in the Age of Consent, is available now, so be sure to catch the rest of that too.        

Girl Time – “crack in the screen”

June 3, 2025

“crack in the screen” is the latest track from brother/sister duo Girl Time… And just like any heart-wrencher, it’s about a break up. It keeps a chill drum machine beat interspersed with appropriately mournful low-fi guitar riffs. Like a lot of Girl Times tracks, they keep it simple but goddamn if it isn’t almost flawlessly done each time (see also, their track “Something.”)   You can hear it below from YouTube or over on Spotify. I suggest this as a great wind-down track or a contemplative walk. Though you don’t necessarily have to have gone through a break up, it certainly hits different if you have. With this being their second single of the year, lets hope we don’t have to wait too much longer for another!  

The Electorate – “Don’t Go Out”

June 3, 2025

“Don’t Go Out” are the sage words of The Electorate, especially if you’re anxious and/or anti-social. It’s also their latest single from their new album By Design (May 30).   Based out of Sydney, this trio has crafted a rhythmic, guitar-heavy piece that feels scattered and all over the place. However, like the reveal at the end of an M. Night Shyamalan film, you see how wonderfully it all fits together (Bruce Willis conspicuously absent). This leans into the band’s punkier side of indie pop and feels like a strong finish leading up to the last track on the album.   You can hear it below from Bandcamp or over on Spotify/Apple Music. The rest of the album is a fun listen too, as it really showcases the range of the band.   Don’t Go Out by The Electorate

CATBEAR – “Who Cares?”

May 29, 2025

“Who Cares?” Well, you should. CATBEAR? Not so much (but they really do, just listen). Their latest single, named, you guessed it, “Who Cares?” is their third release off of a single I’ll let you guess the name of.   Crafting 80’s tinged indie pop tracks is apparently Zoe and Sarah’s specialty – it will make you feel right at home, what with the drum machine and synth. If the lyrics remind you of a certain feeling that you can’t quite a finger on, there’s an explanation for that! Speaking to the track, Zoe had this to say:   “It’s that quiet panic before you’ve even left the house… you want to go out and be part of things, but you’re already working out how long you have to stay before it’s okay to leave.”   You can hear “Who Cares?” below from Soundcloud as well as on Spotify. The[...]

feeling it fearing it – “i hate he left you”

May 29, 2025

Arkansas based feeling it fearing it brings us their latest “i hate he left you,” an impeccable mix of shoegaze and sadcore that will reel you in and break your heart… but we love it for that. The brains behind the act, Rupert Lange, also produced the track (making him the second triple threat this week, so far).   Lange uses some nifty effects to make his voice sound like it’s under water (and therefore more heartfelt, weird how that works) along with that phuzzy shoegaze phuzz we know and love.   You can hear it below from Soundcloud or over on Spotify and Apple Music. If you like what you hear, be sure to keep your ears open for the band’s forthcoming six track release. He has a couple other tracks out that are well worth the listen, especially “when times were simpler.”   feeling it fearing it ·[...]

Alannah Moar – “Sandpaper”

May 29, 2025

Triple threat (singer, songwriter, producer) Alannah Moar brings us her latest single “Sandpaper.” This is a nice slow burn of a pop rock track that takes you on a *journey*. Some tempo changes while maintaining the chill vibe of synth/bass/drums while still being introspective AND crafting a pop song is no small feat. Speaking to the track, Moar had this to say:   “The narrative is about realising you’re the problem in a relationship, which sounds depressing, but I think it’s actually quite optimistic—because it’s acknowledging that you have to do better, and that’s hopeful.”   You can hear the track below from YouTube or over on Spotify. If you’re left wanting for moar (sorry), she has a smattering of singles to sate your appetite on the aforementioned platforms. Hopefully we won’t have to wait too long for some….moar (sorry again).    

Fortitude Valley – “Sunshine State”

May 28, 2025

The latest from Fortitude Valley is a chippy little tune called “Sunshine State.” Other than being really good at picking an awesome sounding band name, the foursome has managed to craft a hook laden punk pop gem.   The guitars aren’t just catchy as fuck, but power this track forward wire to wire. Inside of all this, vocalist Laura Kovic is super chill yet manages to perfectly match the frenetic energy of the instrumentals. If you can get through all three minutes and not crack a smile or bop your head, you need more help than this humble blog writer is equipped to give you.   You can hear “Sunshine State” below from the band’s Soundcloud or over on Spotify. If you’re more of a visual listener, the music video can be found on YouTube. This is their latest since their self titled 2021 album, and hopefully a harbinger of[...]

MarMar – “Walking On Water (feat. SMOORIBA)”

May 23, 2025

MarMar brings us their latest spacy track, “Walking On Water” featuring SMOORIBA. It’s an absolute dreamscape of a trip that you’ll have to pack plenty of socks for. It feels like the calm before the storm if that calm came with a healthy dose of synth and effects. Unabashedly an EDMer’s bedroom-pop track, you’ll find this either a fun comedown or ramp up track, depending where you’re at in the night.   You can hear “Walking on Water” below from Soundcloud. There’s also a trippy vintage tinged music vid you can find over on YouTube. You can find it and a slew of other tracks on their full length The Other Side.   MarMar · MarMar – Walking On Water (feat. SMOORIBA)      

Heatwavers – “My Friends”

May 23, 2025

BFFs James Parker and Nigel Gamage of the UK and New Zealand respectively didn’t let distance prevent them from combing their pop chops to form Heatwavers. Their latest track, “My Friends” is a throwback to their camaraderie together during simpler times -think open door parties and being amongst friends.   A shared love of indie rock and vintage pop drives this duo forward, an interesting amalgamation that you can hear in all of their currently released tracks. “My Friends” has fun tempo changes coupled with a nasty beat that you can feel in your chest and I can picture listening to on the beach with my three or so friends who would ever go to the beach with me.   You can check out the music video for “My Friends” below on YouTube or hop over to Spotify and add it to your summer jams list. They have a couple[...]

Digital Crush – “What We Could’ve Been”

May 22, 2025

“What We Could’ve Been,” something everyone has thought about at least once in their lives, gets the dreampop treatment from resident sad girls Ashley Garcia and Dane Rivera of Digital Crush. Turning a phrase is kind of something I do, so I won’t bury the lede – their album is called Sad Girl Hour. Dripping with delectable synth and drum machines, Rivera and Garcia will draw you in with their pop power and you’ll definitely wanna “crush” the whole album. If you don’t, you should probably get your ears checked. Or don’t, your loss!   You can hear “What We Could’ve Been” as well as the rest of “Sad Girl Hour” on your favorite streaming service -we found it on Soundcloud and Spotify – the former of which you can stream below!   Digital Crush · What We Could’ve Been      

Tuxis Giant – “Last Laugh”

May 22, 2025

Tuxis Giant, the brainchild of Matt O’Connor, brings us their latest single with “Last Laugh.” Based out of Boston, O’Connor’s brand of indie rock tinged country tends lends a refreshing feel but still remains approachable and listenable; can’t deny that a sub-two-minute song is a big pop/punk green flag too. Dueling rhythm and lead guitars push this song forward while keeping a lowkey feel – though not wasting a single note.   Speaking to the track, specifically on the theme of self medication, O’Connor says: “There comes a point when you realize you could numb yourself forever.”   You can hear it on Soundcloud, YouTube, and Spotify. The album, You Won’t Remember This will be available August 15 – so be sure to keep your eyes peeled for that if you’re diggin’ the vibes of “Last Laugh.”   TLDR, FFO: Kurt Vile, grown up slacker rock with a country mouthfeel.[...]