New Music

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[...]

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

Johnny Cisneros – “Chase Me Away”

April 9, 2022

If this electric summer jam doesn’t get you up and moving, I’m not sure what will. “Chase Me Away” by LA-based artist Johnny Cisneros paves the way for the psych-pop community by challenging the typical chord progressions and lyrical layout. Johnny told us: “‘Chase Me Away’ is about the loss of identity after the end of a relationship. It captures the feeling of chasing a past Identity of yourself.” It’s the songs like this that inspire artists of any media to step outside of their comfort zone and that being weird can actually be really cool. Johnny Cisneros has also posted about a video to be in the works for “Chase Me Away” so follow him on Instagram and be on the lookout, until then… Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Johnny Cisneros · Chase Me Away

Silver Liz – “Thousand”

April 9, 2022

With the weight of a leaf, Carrie Wagner from the Brooklyn-based duo Silver Liz effortlessly floats over Matt Wagner’s gentle guitar strums. The married couple is doing what any artist dreams of doing and they’re making beautiful works of art together, most recently with their single “Thousand.” The serine track is the second single for their (so far) untitled sophomore album to be released later in the year of 2022. The final 30 seconds of “Thousand” are covered in layer upon layer of melody, giving off sounds of beautiful, effected destruction. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Silver Liz · Thousand

Stephen Babcock – “Still Think of You”

April 8, 2022

Born in Buffalo, based out of Nashville, singer/songwriter Stephen Babcock brought great honor to both cities with his latest single “Still Think of You.” The wholesome, hearty, soliloquy has an upbeat melody to it, with a deeper meaning to hold it down. Stephen goes on to say: “The song is about when my first love left Upstate NY and moved to London, leaving me behind.” “Still Think of You” was recorded and produced by William Hinson in Winston-Salem, NC & was the second single Babcock released in 2022; is he gearing up to drop a new project? Stay tuned and stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Stephen Babcock · Still Think of You

Vibropath – “Turning Inside”

April 8, 2022

The light production blanketed over “Turning Inside” by Vibropath has the goldilocks factor of being just right. Rochester-based artist Vibropath, born Frank Marino-Moore, who I originally thought was a band is a tranquil experience to listen to. I could only imagine how laid back and relaxed his live sets are. It’s artists like Vibropath that inspire others to create their very own brand-like delivery when it comes to compiling sounds into symphonies, and that delivery is evidently displayed on “Turning Inside.” Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music Vibropath · Turning Inside