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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.

Palomino – “Strestaurant”

June 5, 2022

Wauchope-based trio Palomino get raucous and rowdy on their latest indie-punk offering, “Strestaurant.” With meandering basslines, spiraling guitar riffs, and gruff-but-melodic vocal melodies, the three-piece brings to mind acts like PUP, Hollerado, or The Menzingers. Created 100% at home, the band’s sincere delivery isn’t undercut by any sort of DIY-production value (it sounds pretty perfect actually, well done Palomino!) – this one will sit nicely on any playlist that gets your blood pumping. You can also find “Strestaurant” on Spotify.

elison – “Covered Me”

June 5, 2022

Des Moines-based duo elison caught our ears with their recently-released single, “Covered Me.” The shoegaze-meets-indie-rock-meets-dream-pop tune is full of tasty guitar tones, a hazy vocal presence, and an impending sense of urgency that inspires feelings of longing and bittersweet realizations. About the song, the duo says: “‘Covered Me’ is about coming to the realization that, while in a relationship with a narcissist, you don’t really know the person you’re with. That person’s desire to be in the spotlight eclipses all else, even has you questioning yourself.” You can find elison on Spotify as well. elison · Covered Me

Klara Keller – “Sad Thinking Of You”

June 1, 2022

All the way from Sweden, Klara Keller graces us with her first English language single, “Sad Thinking Of You.” The song pairs vintage-sounding synths and a Casio keyboard rhythm with perhaps the biggest draw to Keller’s music, her very distinct-but-endearing vocal stylings. About the very much summer-sounding song, Keller says: “I wrote ‘Sad Thinking Of You’ in Paris when I was very happy, but at the same time looking back for what I’d left behind. My past life became a seashell put against my ear. Like listening while walking in a new world.” You can find Klara’s music on Spotify and Apple Music. HYBRIS · Klara Keller – Sad Thinking Of You

COOL HEAT – “Slow Burn”

June 1, 2022

buffaBLOG mainstay COOL HEAT (see here, here, and here) is back with another bedroom-pop daze, this time called “Slow Burn.” The Chicago-native specializes in hazy, dreamy textures, pairing Casio beats with haunting vocals and aquatic guitar tones. This one comes courtesy of Spirit Goth records, which unsurprisingly, also houses COOL HEAT’s contemporary CASTLEBEAT. You can find more of COOL HEAT on Spotify and Apple Music. Spirit Goth Records · COOL HEAT – Slow Burn

Deep Sea Peach Tree – “Puppy Love”

June 1, 2022

Sleepy NYC surf rockers Deep Sea Peach Tree caught our ears with the laid-back vibes of latest single, “Puppy Love.” NYC native Kristof Denis teamed up with buds Andrew Dell Isola and Zack Pockrose to create this one, a sardonic take on what it means to be young and in love. In true slacker-surf fashion, expect hazy guitars, even hazier vocals, and sun-soaked melodies. You can find “Puppy Love” on Apple Music and Spotify. Deep Sea Peach Tree · Puppy Love

Kinoco – “Show Me”

May 29, 2022

“Show Me” comes to us all the way from Tokyo – the producer set out to write a slow-burn jam about just wanting to escape with the one you love. Jazzy guitar twinkles lay underneath male/female harmonies driven by longing melodies and gentle deliveries. It’s accompanied by the perfect visual representation – imagine yourself as the figure floating in a sea of late-night neon and drift away the way Kinoco wants you to. Check it out on Apple Music and Spotify too.

Sons of Luther Share Music Video for “Not To Worry”

May 25, 2022

Sons of Luther sure know how to tug at our heartstrings – the Buffalo-based rock trio meander around our fair city in their riff-filled new song, “Not To Worry.” Highlighting a phat guitar riff reminiscent of Queens of the Stone Age, the song tackles the eternal struggle of finding your own self-worth with a not-so-subtle nod to one of Buffalo’s most charming and historic districts, Allentown. Keep your eyes peeled for cameos from neighborhood favorites like Billy Club and The Old Pink that also make a lyrical cameo in the song. Watch their love letter to Buffalo via the YouTube embed below (video directed by Brandon Schlia) – you can also find “Not To Worry” on Spotify, Bandcamp, and Apple Music.

A Days Wait – “Tongue Tied”

May 25, 2022

Canadian dream poppers A Days Wait caught our ears with their latest offering, “Tongue Tied.” You can really hear the production from Day Wave’s Jackson Phillips – expect a relaxing bedroom pop beat, plenty of cosmic guitars, and a vocal treatment that has as much in common with 2022 as it does with mid-80s acts like Tears for Fears. About the song, A Days Wait says: “Sometimes, when it’s most important to speak up, we just can’t find the right words.” You can check out “Tongue Tied” via the Soundcloud widget below – you can also find it on Apple Music and Spotify. A Days Wait · Tongue Tied

Shorty and the Grooves – “Anything At All”

May 25, 2022

Shorty and the Grooves combine retro sounds with modern day bedroom-pop on their latest offering, “Anything At All.” Jangly guitars and endearing vocals propel this one forward, giving us feelings of nostalgia and longing without ever feeling melodramatic. The song touches on how difficult dating has been through the pandemic – endless swipes through names and faces that become more and more of a blur as your doom scrolling takes over. Check it out below via YouTube – you can also find it on Spotify and Apple Music.