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June Swoon – “Queen of Hearts”

November 1, 2021

Don’t let the summery name of LA’s June Swoon fool you – her latest offering, “Queen of Hearts,” is about as autumnal as it gets. Mixing the anthemic appeal of bands like War on Drugs with the shimmery indie pop of bands like Alvvays, “Hearts” finds June exploring hopes of having someone love you when you’re just not at your best. Beyond June’s endearing vocals, you can expect jangly guitar magic and a galloping bassline. June Swoon is on Spotify too… But be sure to swing by Bandcamp and support JS if you like what you hear. Queen of Hearts by June Swoon

Past Life – “Connect the Dots”

November 1, 2021

Philly-based joy rock band Past Life hit our inboxes with “Connect The Dots” and we’ve been hooked on their unique, bouncy approach ever since. Fans of Two Door Cinema Club, Phoenix, and Grouplove are going to like this one a lot – expect screaming guitar riffs and ebullient vocals, not to mention the “DJ set” of pedal theatrics that blasts in mid-song. About “Dots,” the band says: “Connect The Dots is about a relationship that had fizzled out but neither person had the guts to call it quits.” Check out “Dots” via the Bandcamp widget below – you can also find Past Life on Spotify. Window Shopping Economics by Past Life

An Hour A Minute – “Honeydew (Honey Don’t)”

October 27, 2021

An Hour A Minute hit our inboxes with the uniquely laid-back vibes of “Honeydew (Honey Don’t)” and we’ve been hooked ever since. There’s a distinct island vibe to their bedroom-y/indie pop approach – think bongo percussion providing a steady backbone for the duo’s easy-going instrumentals. We think the unique refrain of “Honeydew/Honey Don’t” will surely find its way into your brain… Not to mention, the summery flavor feels delightfully bittersweet as we plunge further and further into fall. “Honeydew (Honey Don’t)” is available on both Spotify and Apple Music. An Hour a Minute · Honeydew (Honey Don’t)

Chloe Rodgers – “Bones”

October 27, 2021

Nottingham-based singer/songwriter Chloe Rodgers is here with an understated stunner called “Bones.” Boasting a set of lyrics that are shrouded in abstract mystery, “Bones” plays with haunting electronic elements, unique chord progressions, and Rodgers’ ever-pleasant vocal presence. Co-songwriter Alex Starling adds: “Bones is largely about losing someone who should have been close and being excluded from not only their life but also their death.” Powerful stuff. Chloe’s stuff is on Spotify too – be sure to give her Spotify page a view. Chloe Rodgers · Chloe Rodgers – Bones

tummyache – “Soak”

October 27, 2021

US-born, London-based act tummyache (aka producer/musician Soren Bryce) caught our ears with the unique alternative rock flavors of her new single, “Soak.” Inspired by the out-of-the-box ways we’ve learned to live with ourselves throughout the pandemic, “Soak” explores themes of restlessness and escapism via a 90s inspired sound and an anxious 2021 mindset. Fans of fuzz are going to love the breakdowns here, but there’s enough guitar nuance here to please even the fussiest of music snobs. “Soak” is also available via Spotify – make sure you check it out there, too. Soak by tummyache

Creature of Doom – “Dead Ringer”

October 27, 2021

Just in time for Halloween, LA-based band Creature of Doom has released their menacing single, “Dead Ringer.” Full of squelchy synth atmosphere (that sounds like a dank, bubbling cauldron) and haunting vocals, this one falls on the spectrum somewhere between the cold post punk of She Wants Revenge, the nuance of Radiohead, and the creepiness of Nine Inch Nails. Bonus points: “Dead Ringer” was co-produced and mixed by Ali Chant of Perfume Genius and Soccer Mommy fame. If you’re feeling “Dead Ringer,” you can check it out via Spotify too. Creature of Doom · Dead Ringer

Odaiba x Anna Majidson – “Help”

October 20, 2021

Digging this in-the-pocket bedroom-funk collab between Odaiba and Anna Majidson. The French musicians hit it out of the park with “Help” – a funky mix of nu-disco and bedroom-pop with an ultra-catchy refrain. We all know someone we need to tell “Please go get some help” for one reason or another – now you can do it in a sing-song way! Expect slap bass antics and a perfectly-suited sultry vocal from Majidson too. “Help” is available via Soundcloud below – you can also find it on Spotify or Apple Music. Cookie Records · Odaiba feat Anna Majidson – Help

The Voxes – “Closer Than Ever”

October 20, 2021

LA-based quintet The Voxes hit our inboxes with a stunning indie rocker called “Closer Than Ever.” Influenced by an equal mix of Latin music and modern bedroom pop, “Closer” takes a plucky acoustic guitar and juxtaposes it against a fuzzy bass. The song is capped off with a beautiful and heartfelt (and unexpected!) slow burn, making this one a true journey between several unique genres. You can also find “Closer Than Ever” on Spotify – they just released an album of the same name for you to check out. TheVoxes · Closer Than Ever

Oberhofer – “SUNSHiiNE”

October 20, 2021

Oberhofer teamed up with The Strokes’ Nick Valensi Shamir for this (third) eye-opening, psyched-out jam called “SUNSHiiNE.” Oberhofer is no stranger to the limelight (just ask his myriad of placements and collaboration partners), but that didn’t stop us from diving head-first into this r&b-tinged tune. With more textures than is perceivable by the human ear, “SUNSHiiNE” will provide you a different listening experience every time through – we’re particularly taken by Valensi’s fuzzed-out guitar contributions. Check out “SUNSHiiNE” below – you can also find it on Spotify. Oberhofer · SUNSHiiNE (feat. Shamir, Nick Valensi)

Perry Zoso – “Guadalupe (2021 Mix)”

October 20, 2021

Perry Zoso just doesn’t know when to quit… And we’re grateful for it. The Burbank crew revisited an old track called “Guadalupe” and gave it a facelift – think a new mix, a new guitar track, and some overall refreshed energy that really helped take it to the next level. There’s a bit of new-wave-The-Cars energy on this, but there’s an equal amount of squiggly, contemporary bedroom-pop for all you Demarco fans. If you think “Guadalupe” is just as infectious as we do, check it out on Apple Music and Spotify too. Perry Zoso · Guadalupe (2021 Mix)

Loose Buttons – “First To Know, Last To Understand”

October 20, 2021

Loose Buttons has felt a little stagnant these last 18 months… Haven’t we all? Their latest slice of guitar-pop, “First To Know, Last To Understand,” reckons with those feelings of stagnation – pondering what the best version of ourselves is, chasing after it, and coming to terms with falling down before the finish line. They do it via this unique approach to pop-punk; think twinkly guitars, unique chord progressions, and a peppy tempo. We like this one – if you like it too, be sure to add it to your Spotify playlist. Keep an eye out for Loose Buttons’ upcoming sophomore LP, What’s On Outside, due out October 22. LOOSE BUTTONS · First To Know, Last To Understand

CARR – “Sprinter Van”

October 20, 2021

An ode to all the band dudes out there! We’re using the word “ode” lightly, of course… CARR is here nailing it on her latest grunge-pop jam “Sprinter Van,” a tune she describes as “about falling for the wrong type of boys over and over again.” Whether it’s the call-outs on painted nails, skinny jeans, and living with mom; or just the sugary-sweet melodies mixed with dead-on lyrics, we’re thinking “Sprinter Van” is going to appeal to anyone who’s been hurt by an emotionally unavailable indie rocker. Check out the video for “Sprinter Van” below – you can also find it on Apple Music and Spotify.

The Klittens – “Canned Air”

October 20, 2021

Amsterdam-based quintet The Klittens maximize their happy/sad aesthetic here on the low-key indie punk of “Canned Air.” What do we mean exactly by happy/sad? It’s one of those songs that has an easy-going (almost upbeat!) instrumental presence that’s laced with just enough beneath-the-surface sadness sentiment that will lure the ear of any astute listener. Dueling vocals, jangly guitar riffing (sans the ending fuzz), and tasteful drumming help to drive this one home. You can also find “Canned Air” on Spotify and Apple Music. The Klittens · Canned Air

Endearments – “Ocean”

October 13, 2021

The tellingly-named Endearments explore themes of heartbreak on their latest synthpop/dreampop hybrid, “Ocean.” Endearments is more colloquially known as Brooklyn native Kevin Marksson – the songwriter and synth-head describes, “Ocean” as: “A no-stone-unturned glimpse into the pain of watching someone you love fall for someone else.” Brutal. Musically, however, “Ocean” is an urgent, shiny song that makes use of vintage synth tones, an overdriven bass backbone, and discoesque drumbeats. We love the juxtaposition of heartbreak with a retro-flavored, but ultimately contemporary feel. So now you’ve heard “Ocean” – time to swing by Spotify too to add it to your playlist. Endearments · Ocean

Interesting Hobbies Club – “Middle of the 110”

October 13, 2021

Interesting Hobbies Club here with a lo-fi riff rocker that is sure to make you feel something. This time around, IHC made a conscientious effort to bring a bit more melody to their music and the result is something delightfully rickety. Bringing to mind the rawness of Pixies, Wolf Parade, and early Modest Mouse, “Middle of the 110” is a spiraling bedroom venture into dreampop territory. Highlights include a forlorn vocal take, noodle-worthy guitar and bass riffing, and a sense of pure emotion that seems to drip out of every corner of this tune. Get a taste for “110” below via YouTube – if you like it, be sure to add it to your favorite Spotify playlist.