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Paul Cook & The Chronicles – “Get Along”

April 25, 2022

It sounds like “Get Along” by Paul Cook & The Chronicles came from a better time due to the fact that it takes me to a better place. Despite the name, Paul Cook & The Chronicles is a solo singer/songwriting musician coming from overseas in London, UK. He somehow manages to nail giving us campfire style guitar strums, killer vocals, AND iconic backing vocals ultimately carrying out the bridge to victory throughout the song. “Get Along” was released on April 8th & is said to be “the first in a slate of new releases for 2022.” Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music  Paul Cook & The Chronicles · Get Along

Ted Tyro – “How Can”

April 20, 2022

Dreamy luau-like guitar licks surround your head like a merry-go-round on the Louisville, KY band Ted Tyro’s newest release, “How Can.” The bleak, minimalistic cover art allows the listener to summon their own interpretation of the tone being set. Personally, to me it sounds like a band of cowboys riding into area 51; likely from the thick reverb wrapped around the mix. Ted Tyro also secured the opportunity for their new single “How Can” to be premiered on 91.9 WFPK  upon its release on April 8th of 2022, check it out yourself. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music 

Keep Off the Grass – “Two Apartments”

April 20, 2022

If there was a song to represent the first day of spring or the first night of summer, “Two Apartments” by Keep Off the Grass would be applicable for both. The mountain emo band formed back in 2018, and after dropping five singles throughout the course of the global pandemic, they decided that their fans were ready for their first full length project. Denver, CO is still riding the high off of Keep Off the Grass’s debut album, Here but not There, one of the most potent tracks being the project’s outro: “Two Apartments.” The track tells a tragic story of a falling out between band members separated by a thin apartment wall that you’ll be sure to shed tears to. It’s okay, no one’s watching. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music  Keep Off the Grass · Two Apartments

Life Stuff – “Finger Gun”

April 20, 2022

If “Finger Gun” by Life Stuff doesn’t naturally make your head bob, then I would consider getting checked out by a medical professional. The band from Vancouver just dropped their debut album, King Of The Drive Thru, which is full of goodies, but today we’re focusing on the surely underrated “Finger Gun.” The song gives off a discombobulated vibe that makes me feel a little more comfortable in my house of hysteria. It made me wonder what the bands’ take on it was, and this is what they had to say: “The song reflects on how ‘Hollywood -isms’ can infiltrate our life and shape how we are our own journeys.“ Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music 

Stray Fossa – “Never Rest For Good”

April 20, 2022

Based out of Germany, the European three piece Stray Fossa slid by and dropped a gem in our pockets. Their newest song, “Never Rest For Good,” is just shy of five minutes which in terms of running time, I like that a lot more than a two to three minute song (as long as the song is fire of course); Stray Fossa settled for nothing but. Not only did they deliver us music but they gave us a video behind it. Much like the compilation of nature/skating in MONOWHALES’ video for the “New Threads” visual, Stray Fossa gave us something similar with a darker, colder, and more abstract ambience. With their third single “Never Rest For Good” Stray Fossa is gearing up to drop their LP, Closer Than We’ll Ever Know, on June 3rd. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music  Watch it on YouTube Stray Fossa · Never Rest[...]

Katie Morey – Friend of a Friend

April 19, 2022

About two minutes and thirty two seconds into Friend of a Friend, I downloaded the LP in its entirety. It was at that moment I knew that Katie Morey did not come to just play guitar or sing some songs; she came to create a moment that would last forever. The musical artist from Rochester has had quite the year so far with seven singles, a whole collaborative project with Pleistocene called Ontario Girls, and most recently, her debut LP Friend of a Friend… and it’s only April. She’s given us several years worth of music in the span of three months; Morey is a seasoned musician, but it almost makes rookie of the year sound like an understatement. Album opener, “Hotter Than Heaven” is an excellent distillation of Katie’s work. The song starts with plunking piano chords laid overtop simple electronic drum samples that together, create a warm and[...]

MONOWHALES – “New Threads”

April 16, 2022

The bassline alone on MONOWHALES‘ most recent drop, “New Threads,” is a valid enough reason to throw it on right now. Still not convinced? How about shimmering synths that make you feel like you’re being catapulted to a better place. Or, perhaps you’re more into the bass drops that possess the same anticipation of sitting at the climax of a rollercoaster… Well I have great news, “New Threads” by MONOWHALES has all of that AND a music video consisting of a compilation of some of the coolest scenery you could imagine. From nature clips that look like they were shot by Animal Planet, to vintage skateboarding clips that could be used for lofi loops, and just about everything in between… Get yourself some “New Threads” Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Watch it on YouTube MONOWHALES · New Threads

Burn the Louvre – “Alison”

April 16, 2022

What’s better than an indie group from Hamilton, ON? This particular Canadian duo by the badass name, Burn the Louvre, accompanied by singer/songwriter Stephanie Deshane. They managed to put together a light-hearted love story revolving around a girl named “Alison,” who (after listening to the song) I’m sure you’ve met before… Or maybe it was an Allan. Regardless, this person is supposed to represent someone/something that leaves as fast as it came into your life. But “Alison” metamorphoses the experience into a feeling of appreciation that it happened, rather than sadness that it’s over. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Alison (feat. Stephanie Deshane) by Burn The Louvre

French Alps Tiger – “Lost Boys”

April 16, 2022

French Alps Tiger is quite the slacker rock, surf-punk four-piece, and their fifth single, “Lost Boys,” is the only proof you need. Their double-single that dropped on March 30th of 2022 features title track “Lost Boys,” along with previous single “Punch in the Bowl.” French Alps Tiger embellished their vision on “Lost Boys” with a music video, shot entirely within a car in the night time, with cool color schemes and relatable content. In the words of French Alps Tiger : “Lost Boys’ is a razor sharp, white knuckle, dirty bomb, from the east side of The Costa Del Swan.” I’m not sure what that means, but I sure want to find out. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music  Watch it on YouTube FRENCH ALPS TIGER · Lost Boys

Doom Mutual – “For Now”

April 16, 2022

Daphne Browdy and Davis Gestie, also known as Doom Mutual, put together a gorgeous piece of work with their latest single “For Now.” Representing the darker side of Nashville, Tennessee, their harmonies over one another are intoxicatingly enchanting to the ears. The rock-hard electric guitar blends surprisingly well with the softer acoustic moments. “For Now” is only Doom Mutual’s second single, released on all platforms April 7th of 2022, and they already sound like bonafide alt rock all stars. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Doom Mutual · For Now

Pentire – “Watch Time With Me”

April 16, 2022

Hailing all the way from Herefordshire, England, the four-piece known as Pentire came through our inbox with their new smash, “Watch Time With Me.” The song is three minutes of smooth bass and vibrato-filled vocals laid over righteously nostalgic and emotion-packed indie guitar licks… and lets not forget the perfectly timed percussion. “Watch Time With Me” also comes with a music video that depicts the concept behind the song in a gloomy, while somehow heartwarming fashion. Pentire has a gig coming up on May 5th at Thelka in Bristol, so if you’re overseas, show your support in-person. And if not… Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Gordmin – “Batshit”

April 16, 2022

Gordmin created a full-on experience for his debut single, “Batshit…” A groovy, serine, and great time all-around provided by the Chicago singer/songwriter. “Batshit” is a double single containing the title track “Batshit” along with “Paid,” both of which are 10/10s. The thick, warbly, honey-like production draws you in like a freshly-baked pie sitting in the window of a cartoon. Gordmin dropped  “Batshit” on March 23rd of 2022, which if we’re judging correctly, will one day be known as the start of his legendary career. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Funeral Coat – Is That So?

April 13, 2022

Call it alternative, punk, emo, or whatever else you want, but call it correct; Funeral Coat’s debut LP, Is That So, is fire. The gas to that fire might come from professional production from the prominent Jay Zubricky at GCR Audio; but that’s just the tip of the Iceberg. Funeral Coat built up anticipation with a year of singles when they first formed back in 2020, then delivered Is That So? On July 3rd of 2021. Nearly a year has passed and we’re still spinning it – clearly, it has aged with grace. Album opener “Sorry” is the archetypal Funeral Coat song – their songs clearly have a punk edge, but never stray too far into bouncy, light-hearted territory. “Sorry” demonstrates this perfectly, highlighting a beautiful harmonic guitar lead layered thick with effect pedals. The vocals are similarly effected – masking the emotive delivery with a layer of shredded-speaker distortion.[...]

Child Seat – “Fever Dream”

April 9, 2022

The LA duo Child Seat has finally strapped in with their debut single “Fever Dream.” Using the pandemic as their musical time capsule, the west coast duo have a full album’s worth of material ready to be released to the public, appropriately starting with “Fever Dream.” Thick synths and drum pads add to the retro scheme they’ve so carefully put together. The music video shows Child Seats outlandish style in a very whimsically pleasing manner. Cannon ball into their world with the retro energy of “Fever Dream.” Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Roye Trout – “Dreamers”

April 9, 2022

Roye Trout pulled the proverbial rabbit out of the hat with “Dreamers,” off of his Our Hell EP. The singer/songwriter from Windsor, ON is busy, as he is a member of three other bands (Eraserhead, No Hands, and Lychi)… Yet he still found time to give us a whole EP, and most recently a new music video, for “Dreamers,” directed by Garett Mckelvie. I must say, I never would have thought a warm candle-lit setting combined with a cold rainy window could compliment each other so well. See for yourself! Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music