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Benz – “Erazor”

February 22, 2019

Benz is the moniker for dreamy Sweden-based artist Ebba Salomonsson. Growing up playing in multiple bands, Salomonsson had always been a support role until moving to Malmö and exploring songwriting on her own. Benz has a sweet, gentle delivery in her vocals which are complimented by a driving instrumental and horns. Signed to Better Call Rob, Benz recently released an EP that shares the same name as the song. You can check out the full thing over on Spotify. In the meantime, enjoy “Erazor” below.

Torpid – “For Your Health”

February 21, 2019

Driving post punk act Torpid sent us a real earworm earlier in the month that we haven’t been able to put down. “For Your Health” is all about exiting your twenties and feeling not very pumped about it. Vibe wise, the vocals are reminiscent of She Wants Revenge or Dave Gahan of Depeche Mode with a bit of No Knife vibes on the instrumental. The song builds a ton of tension and finally delivers in the last thirty seconds. Check it out for yourself and keep and eye out for these guys.

Laveda – “Dream. Sleep.”

February 18, 2019

Albany-based dream pop act Laveda released their brand new single “Dream. Sleep,” over the weekend and it’s quite the earworm.  Formed in 2017, Laveda is the working name for the project Ali Genevich and Jake Brooks where the songwriters combine forces to pump out shoegaze boppers.  Their latest single “Dream. Sleep,” is all about a dream where one can just leave this reality and enter into an alternate dimension. Eventually, the dreamer realizes tat this alternate dimension is a reality and they are now stuck with this new world.  Laveda has plans to release their new album this spring, so keep on the lookout. in the meantime, check out “Dream. Sleep.” below. ‘

Moon Cactus – “Oh No”

February 14, 2019

Cleveland songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Connor Mancini has been performing under the moniker Moon Cactus since the hiatus of jam-pop midwestern band Indian Opinion a few years back. As a talented trumpeter, Mancini saw this as an opportunity to combines his love of indie rock and his background in playing with jazz ensembles. Moon Cactus’ latest single “Oh No” has a bit of a DEVO meets Fugazi or Antelope vibe. Check out “Oh No” below and while you’re at it take a listen to the self-titled EP over on bandcamp.  Oh No – Single by Moon Cactus

Church Girls – “Balance”

February 12, 2019

We first got into Philadelphia indie quartet Church Girls after catching them at Nietzsche’s over the summer. Although it was the band’s first foray into Buffalo, there was a confidence and commanding aspect to their performance that was truly gripping. In addition, it was revealed that the band features former Buffalonian Joseph Wright on guitar. Church Girl’s latest single “Balance” is an indie heavy hitter, reminiscent of some of the best of the 90s scene bands. Fans of Sleater Kinney, Pavement, or The Thermals would appreciate, along with the group chorus singalong hook. Check it out below and be on the lookout for the next time Church Girls are in town, we’ll be there.

Jai Wolf – “Lose My Mind”

February 10, 2019

Dreamy electro-pop producer Jai Wolf unleashed his latest single “Lose My Mind” last month and it is quite the banger. Featuring vocals from Mr. Gabriel, the track has a hazy pop feel. Beginning as a bedroom remixer, Jai Wolf evolved into a go-to future bass DJ and to his current form as dream pop artist. The new track has a bit of a Empire of the Sun or Phoenix feel, as are many other tracks on Jai Wolf’s new album, The Cure To Loneliness. Check out the video for “Lose My Mind” below.

FRACTURES – “Reset”

February 10, 2019

Fractures is the moniker for Australian multi-instrumentalist Mark Zito, who has a fresh new single released at the end of January. “Reset” is quite ethereal and driving, complete with calming vocals and pulsing synths. Fans of James Blake, Great Good Fine OK, or St. Lucia would be into Fractures’ latest effort. The band’s new EP Reset dropped January 25th via Fader and is available everywhere. In the meantime, check out Fractures below.

DL is OK – “Wasting My Time”

February 7, 2019

St. Augustine indie artist DL is OK released his new video “Wasting My Time” last monthand it’s a pleasant blast from the past.  Fairly new to scene, DL is OK started out in New York City, running in the same circles as HAERTS and St Lucia. DL Tashjian, the real-name of DL is OK, is the full brains behind the operation – writing, recording, mixing and mastering the material in its entirety. The single is all about following your own vision and not giving into societal norms. Also, it’s the only time we’ve ever heard lyrics include the phrase “align my debt.” It’s a bit of Killers, Bruce Springsteen, and a tad of John Maus on the keys. Check it out below.

Parks – “I Don’t Want to Know You”

February 5, 2019

Parks single off their new self-titled album is quite the earworm. First released in 2016 but finally gracing Spotify at the end of 2019, “I Don’t Want to Know You” has a Shins or Spoon vibe meets Rivers Cuomo on the vocals. It has a pleasant almost retro saunter with the lead guitar. Lead singer has quite the Brian E. King has quite the pipes featuring on this one. Check out “I Don’t Want to Know You” below and give their full-length a listen over on Spotify.  

Farmertan – “Driveway (meet me)”

February 1, 2019

Indie rock veterans Farmertan released their new track “Driveway (meet me)” last last month and it’s a welcome return from the trio. Formed in Connecticut in the early 90s,  Farmertan has been a staple to the New England scene for decades, sharing the stage with notably Archers of Loaf, Conner Oberst, and Apples in Stereo. “Driveway (meet me)” is the emerging single from the band’s new album Captains of Industry. The track has a bit of a Les Savy Fav vintage shimmer to it and would blend in nicely with the late 90s college radio waves. Check it out below. Captains of Industry by Farmertan

airhockey – “you don’t mind”

January 31, 2019

Newcomers airhockey packed a punch with their debut single “You Don’t Mind,” released last week. The quartet’s dreamy new single has math-y guitars, a driving beat, and dreamy vocals, making this a dream pop must-have for your January 2019 playlists. Fans of Wild Nothing, DIIV, or Beach Fossils would enjoy the gentle haze of airhockey. Be on the lookout for future material from the band, as their debut track is quite promising.

Young & Sick – “Bitter End”

January 31, 2019

Multi-media artist Young & Sick, the moniker for Nick van Hofwegen released his first single  of 2019 “Bitter End.” Featured on the upcoming EP due out this spring, “Bitter End”will be released via Neon Gold Records / B3SCI Records. The electro musician’s new track is all about having a more thorough perception on life, with hindsight being 20/20. Fans of Hercules Love Affair, The Knocks, or hyper Passion Pit would enjoy Young & Sick’s latest, so listen below if you check those boxes.

Sinking – “Ghost”

January 28, 2019

Western Massachusetts-based emo/indie rock hybrid Sinking released the video for their single “Ghost” at the end of 2018. The single “Ghost” is the first single off the quartet’s new album Nightmare, which was released roughly two months ago. It has an early 2000s emo twinkle in the lyrics, reminiscent of buzzing New Jersey act Whiner. Sunny Day Real Estate, or Mineral. It’s an impressive combination which is making us excited to hear the full length. Check out “Ghost” below and be on the lookout for future material from the band over on their bandcamp.

Raised on TV – “Smog City”

January 26, 2019

Los Angeles-based indie trio Raised on TV released the second single off their new album, Season 2. The new single, “Smog City” was recorded at Foo Fighter Dave Grohl’s famed studio, Studio 606. Raised on TV’s sound is reminiscent of Broken Social Scene meets Death Cab for Cutie. Lyrically, the band’s song is all about grinding for Lyft in the big city and being a fly on the wall with strangers from all over the place. The band’s full length is available on all digital platforms but in the meantime enjoy “Smog City” below.

COULOU – “Mr. Nobody”

January 24, 2019

Talented multi-instrumentalist COULOU dropped his latest single “Mr. Nobody” late in 2018 and it’s making its mark into 2018. The song is about not being into someone and them not really being into you either, yet somehow chasing each other back and forth. The song also features the soulful KHAY coming in at about 1:45. COULOU plays all the instrumentals on this in addition to singing (including the killer New Orleans-esque horns towards the end), making him one of the most talented artists we’ve heard in a while. Check out “Mr. Nobody” below and keep an eye out for COULOU’s EP – it drops tonight!