About their new jam, “Comfort’s A Killer,” PAPA says it best, “Just because somebody wears a robe doesn’t make them any closer to God than Chuck Berry. Rock and roll is holy to me. Our sound is our temple. To dance is to pray. Pray like a motherf***er.” Well said, guys. Fans of Scissor Sisters, Matt & Kim, or Fitz & The Tantrums would be into PAPA’s raucous sound. Check out PAPA’s new album, Kick At The Dust, here.
Little Children is the moniker of Swedish singer-songwriter Linus Lutti. He teamed up with fellow Swede Anna Levander to create “Chasing The Sun,” an urgent indie-pop number that features distant guitars, electronic drums, and an urgent vibe. Fans of Kurt Vile or M. Ward will love Little Children. Little Children’s latest, f.f, will be available via iTunes on October 21. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284297981″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Tanya Gallagher was born and raised in Pensacola, FL, but her timeless Americana folk has a sound that spans the country. “Virginia” is a breath of down-home fresh air – Gallagher’s hushed delivery and the song’s gentle swooning is enough to chill anyone out. Fans of Edward Sharpe or Sarah Jaffe should feel right at home. Gallagher’s latest, Virginia, can be purchased via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/268381370″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
New York City duo Jason Klauber and Molly Shea are. Acrylics. “One In Seven” is a super-pleasant indie-pop song. It flip-flops between a 7/8 and 8/8 time signature, giving it a slightly angular feel. About “One In Seven,” Acrylics say, “the song is about persistence of memory and the ongoing presence of past scars propelling you into the future.” Fans of MGMT or Peter, Bjorn, & John should give this a spin. Acrylics’ latest release, DADA Minor, is out now via PaperCup Music. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283625558″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Typhoon frontman Kyle Morton is releasing a solo album called What Will Destroy You. He specializes in folksy acoustic jams with a tinge of Local Natives-style indie rock tossed in. We were particularly taken aback by a percussion-filled break in the otherwise stripped-down track. Fans of Bon Iver or Elliot Smith would dig Kyle’s style. If you want to purchase Kyle Morton’s stuff, check out this link. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/280007950″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Denis The Night & The Panic Party is an idiosyncratic collective born two years ago featuring members from Italy and United Kingdom. “Androgynous Love” combines elements of electro-psychedelia, shoegaze, noise, and avant-garde, eschewing traditional norms of music and image. Normally we’d make a comparison to other acts but, Denis & co. are hard to define – they’re worth a listen for that reason alone. Cosmic Youth is out now via Wall of Sound Records. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283611574″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Flying Ibex combines electronica, psych-pop, and afro-beat into something intriguing. The act came together when discussing Brazilian music and a shared love for Dylan. “Could Have Gone Your Way” mixes a simple Casio keyboard tone with Barnaby Keen’s quasi-baritone delivery. The result sounds a bit like Jamiroquai mixed with CHVRCHES. You can purchase music from Flying Ibex here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283758636″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Controversial producer LUXXURY has been banned from many streaming platforms… YouTube isn’t involved – so we’re happy to write about his new jam, “What Do Ya Really Want?.” The song is a slow-disco jam with a hint of malaise, reminding us all that summer always has to come to an end. Fans of Holy Ghost or Empire of the Sun will dig LUXXURY. LUXXURY has lots of music for sale – check it out on Bandcamp.
Rainsford a.k.a. Rainey Qualley is an LA songstress making intimate pop-soul songs. “Too Close” has a monster chorus and a deep, driving beat – let’s just say we’re feeling it. “Too Close” has a vintage feel, falling somewhere between the 80s and 90s, but boasts a modern production style. Fans of Sade or Aluna George will dig Rainsford. Check out Rainsford on the ‘gram if you want to stay up to date. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284071205″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
London quintet Swimming Tapes sure know how to write a perfect dream-pop song. “Tides” is a woozy, reverb-drenched jam full of swimmy guitars and a thumping bassline. About the song, the band says, “Some memories are perfected by the passing of time, become dreamlike, intensified by the imagination. ‘Tides’ is about those kind of memories, a plea to somehow go back in time and live in their magic.” If you dig “Tides,” it is purchasable via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283592523″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]
Skinny Dipp hit us up with the gentle electronica of “Keep Chasing Stars” and we’re into it. About the song, Skinny Dipp says, “Think summer, sunshine, beach, chill, and good vibes.” Don’t wait until the leaves fall – you can continue savor the last few weeks of summer as you jam on “Keep Chasing Stars.” Fans of Empire of the Sun or Holy Ghost will vibe with this tune. “Keep Chasing Stars” is available for free download. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282802444″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Swedish act Indiia is all about the good vibes, as evidenced by their new indie-pop track “Sunny Day.” The duo considers the song a “psychological experiment,” as they both had just started taking anti-depressants before getting down to work. The duo was pleased with the results, as “Sunny Day” came out sounding airy and carefree. Fans of Foster the People or Grouplove would dig this jam. Let your worries go while you stream “Sunny Day” below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283068447″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
London duo Fenech-Soler have a snappy new song on their hands with “Kaleidoscope.” Brothers Ben and Ross Duffy are the creative masterminds behind Fenech-Soler, combining sunny synth instrumentals with a peppy drumbeat and pop-minded vocals. “Kaleidoscope” is an ode to true love and would appeal to fans of DNCE, The Chainsmokers, or Pharrell. If you dig “Kaleidoscope,” you can purchase it here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282875824″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
No Middle Name is a.k.a. David Bailey who is creating just about the most pleasant indie rock we’ve ever heard. His style brings to mind Whitest Boy Alive, Sea Wolf, or Say Hi. We recommend his latest jam, “Fading Photo,” which comes with an equally pleasant music video. It also features some impressive choreography – def worth a watch. If you want to learn more about No Middle Name, check out his Tumblr.
Australian folkster Rod Ladgrove hit us hard with the emotive vibes in “Home Is Just A State Of Mind.” Coupled with a scenic music video, Rod’s gentle crooning and simmering instrumentals give the song a deep, introspective vibe, almost to the point of being meditative. Fans of M. Ward, The Antlers, or Elliott Smith would love this jam. Rod has had over two million spins on Spotify this calendar year – give him some more love here.