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Heather Cook – “Dark Water”

June 22, 2022

“Dark Water” is one of those songs that sounds like it’s namesake – between Heather Cook‘s deathly-whisper vocals and the somber-but-serene instrumentals, “Water” feels like it’s sonically embodied. Heather explores themes of existentialism, PTSD, homesickness, and nostalgia on “Water,” her latest single from her debut LP, Quick! No One’s Looking. Fans of Lucy Dacus, Alex G, and Big Thief are going to find lots to love here. “Dark Water” is out now on Weird Sister Records. You can also find it on Spotify.

Loveseat Pete – “Sawyer”

June 22, 2022

Loveseat Pete are on a bit of a winning streak – they’ve been getting airplay next to artists like Mitski and Hippocampus… And with one listen to “Sawyer,” their latest single, it’s not hard to see why. The band’s smart hooks and super tight indie rock sound bring to mind acts like The Strokes and Wavves, with nods to more retro harmony-laden acts like The Beach Boys. We think you’re going to like this offering from this Asbury Park-based quartet – it’s our bet it won’t be the last you’re hearing from them either. You can also find “Sawyer” on Spotify and Apple Music.

small town sci-fi – “Methadone”

June 22, 2022

Salinas-based act small town sci-fi (stsf) created a crushing slice of indie-folk with his latest single, “Methadone.” Sometimes a song’s lyrics just speak for themselves – with a somehow catchy refrain of: “I’m on Methadone in the summertime/ cocaine and pills in the wintertime,” stsf captures the pain of relying on substances to feel some sense of normalcy. It’s done via a super-endearing lo-fi skeleton which rides the line between heartfelt bedroom composition and Elliott Smith level genius. You can find “Methadone” on Spotify too. Salt and Lye · Methadone

Girl Time – “Yours”

June 22, 2022

Brother/sister duo Girl Time capture the DIY spirit of the 90s on their latest offering, “Yours.” Initially conceived on an acoustic guitar, the brother-half of the duo added the meandering, vintage-tuned electronics that really brought the song’s backbone to life. Equal parts Phoebe Bridgers and Mazzy Star, “Yours” is a perfect tune to play around the summer campfire or when you’re winding down after a long day in the sun. You can also find “Yours” on Spotify and YouTube. Girl Time · Yours

Tunnel – “Lemonhead”

June 22, 2022

Tunnel doesn’t give a shit, and they want you to know. No, not like, anarchy, doesn’t give a shit – more like, they do what they want, unapologetically. That mindset is clearly evident in their latest offering, “Lemonhead” – full of unique instrumentation (think horns), lots of welcome noise, and singer Natasha Janfaza’s perfectly-suited voice, “Lemonhead” feels like a composition rather than a simple indie-pop tune. If you follow us at all, you know we’re a sucker for heart-on-your-sleeve sincerity – this one checks all the boxes (and then some). Check out the video for “Lemonhead” below – you can also find it on Spotify.

Kleo – “Miss You”

June 22, 2022

Kleo is bound to capture your heart with the upbeat indie-pop of her latest offering, “Miss You.” Sure, the song is ultimately about haunting memories that replay like a film in your mind, but ultimately, “Miss You” is one of those songs that urges you to look at the bright side and bring a little light back into your life. Equal parts indietronica (Lykki Li, Ellie Goulding) and adult contemporary (Colbie Caillat), “Miss You” is uplifting and memorable enough to slot onto any playlist for any occasion. “Miss You” is available now on Tambourhinoceros – you can also find it on Apple Music and Spotify.

Nadia Kamrath – “Feel This Once”

June 22, 2022

Soft indie-popper Nadia Kamrath captured our typically black hearts with the lighthearted sparkly vibes on her latest single, “Feel This Once.” Bringing to mind fellow janglers like Snail Mail, Beabadoobee, and Clairo, Nadia combines her breathy vocals with gently strummed guitars for a feel-good wave of serotonin to your brain. The song is about a fateful bridge jump into the Atlantic Ocean with a friend, metaphorical of the relationship they were entering at the same time – a storybook love story spun with perfect emotion. Check out the video for “Feel This Once” on the blog now – you can also find it on Spotify.

roman around – “Rhythm”

June 21, 2022

Fresno, California-based act roman around came at us with the high-energy indie rock of “Rhythm.” Equal parts noisy and spacy, “Rhythm” boasts an unusually slappy (in a good way) bass tone and bombastic, ear-catching snare. Recorded entirely by roman in their home studio, “Rhythm” leans very close to visceral post-punk and deals with the complicated emotions of losing a beloved pet. Check out the music video for “Rhythm” below, out now on Trailing Twelve – you can also find the song on Spotify.

Hunny Ten – “Talk To Kate”

June 21, 2022

Funk-pop luminaries Hunny Ten explore their lyrical side on the exuberant “Talk To Kate.” Big bassline energy and strong, sugary pop melodies will coat your ears as they meld the best of both their identities – funky goodness with an indie/alt flavor. The Brooklyn-based crew is gearing up to release their next offering, Schmo, due out October 22; until then, get ready for a good time with the upbeat vibes of “Kate.” Check out the music video below – you can also find “Kate” on Spotify as well.

Amateur Hockey Club – “Boxed Wine”

June 21, 2022

Buffalo’s Amateur Hockey Club explore a new, tightly-wound pop rock sound on their latest offering, “Boxed Wine.” Bringing to mind the super-polished and sugary-sweet melodies of genre frontrunners like Fall Out Boy and Panic! At The Disco (with a splash of the endearing self-awareness of The Front Bottoms), “Boxed Wine” explores a relationship that is aging poorly – like a Bota Box left in the sun. It’s clear that AHC are aiming for that archetypal sing-along summer jam here on “Wine,” so if you’re looking for a song to roll your windows down and throw devil horns to, here’s a good place to start. Check it out on Soundcloud below, or, find “Boxed Wine” on Spotify. Amateur Hockey Club · Boxed Wine

Despondent – “Do You Like It?”

June 15, 2022

Despondent’s brand of lo-fi emo is strangely addictive – their latest offering, “Do You Like It?” is great evidence of their infectious sincerity. Jangly, about-to-fall-apart guitar noise and a warm, analog-sounding mix provides the backbone for singer Nora Schlang’s heartfelt vocal delivery. Reminiscent of acts like Big Thief or Phoebe Bridgers, Despondent brings about their own brand of heart-on-your-sleeve indie rock with an endearing DIY feel to their songs. You can find “Do You Like It?” on Spotify and Apple Music too.

The KVB – “Lumens (Trentemøller Remix)”

June 15, 2022

Frequent buffaBLOG subject Trentemøller lent his remix skills to this excellent track, “Lumens,” originally by UK-based act The KVB. The icy-cold post-punk instrumental flavors mix nicely with the dreamed-out vocal presence – fans of Interpol or The xx will find lots to love here. The two worked together to create something that stayed true to the KVB’s original, while also showcasing Trentemøller’s knack for building songs around strong pop melodies. About the remix, he says: “I really love KVB’s original version but I wanted to see where I could take the song, especially the vocal melody. So I basically built up a whole new instrumental tune around the vocals.” Check out “Lumens” below – you can also find it on Spotify and Apple Music.

Bindy – “Bathtub”

June 9, 2022

New York-based act Bindy slunk into our inbox with the haunting slow burn of their latest single, “Bathtub.” The song is a metaphorical look at being in a funk, carried by singer Francesca “Bindy” Craft’s aloof-but-applicable vocal styling, matched perfectly with the intricate-but-tasteful guitar and bass that slither in a coiled-up way, like a snake that’s been fully charmed. The song explores things we turn to in times of discomfort, like the warm hug of a bathtub; they eventually become a crutch that’s far too difficult to walk away from. Do you brave the pruney hands and freezing cold air? Or is it easier to just stay in the lukewarm water? Check “Bathtub” out via Soundcloud below – you can also find it on Spotify. Bindy · Bathtub

youproblem – “Drunk”

June 5, 2022

We’ve all been there, but Australian act youproblem has found a way to put it into a perfect pop song… “Drunk” is an anthem to the destructive behavior that happens after a few many tequilas (and a bit of self-loathing). In a nod to their personal experiences with Australian drinking culture, they’ve paired dark and self-depreciative lyrics with an otherwise sugar-sweet indie-pop backbone, heavy with the weight of an undeniable bassline and a woozy synth presence. You can also find youproblem on Spotify. youproblem · Drunk

Noshows – “Wait It Out”

June 5, 2022

NY’s Noshows has found the perfect way to cope with their anxiety on their latest offering, “Wait It Out.” Upon first listen, you might notice the dreamy guitar tones and slackeresque vocal delivery, but deeper down, you’ll notice that “Wait” is actually a tightly-wound track. Big, springy drums help push this one past dream-pop and into a bit more of an urgent space… But the tasty juxtaposition of taking-it-easy versus an undercurrent of anxiousness is what really takes this one to the next level. Noshows is also on Spotify and Apple Music.