New Music

Walboom – “Vultures”

September 28, 2020

Walboom are a trans-continental duo consisting of Canadian native Andrew Shier (vocals and guitar) and Australian Rhys Lintern (drums). They caught our American ears with their latest indie-pop offering, “Vultures.” Like many musicians, Walboom began writing and recording songs before global lock-downs forced them apart – but the distance doesn’t seem to be affecting the quality of their output. Vultures is swimmy and catchy in all the right ways – check it out below or on Spotify.

Marc Scibilia – “Good Times”

September 24, 2020

Marc Scibilia was born and raised in Buffalo, NY – needless to say, we were inherently drawn to his latest offering, “Good Times.” Since spreading his wings, the singer/songwriter has since had lots of success, racking up 125 million streams on his music and scoring the most Shazam’d moment of 2015 with his rousing rendition of “This Land is Your Land.” “Good Times” is more excellent content from Scibilia, showing off a warm, down-home acoustic backbone underneath his soulful baritone croon. Check it out below and be sure to swing by his Spotify if you enjoy what you hear. Marc Scibilia · Good Times

DOLLY ZOOM – “Rabbit Hole”

September 24, 2020

Brisbane quartet DOLLY ZOOM are genre-defying masterminds whose “Rabbit Hole” recently snagged our ears. Falling somewhere between synthpop, psychedelic rock, and dream pop, “Rabbit Hole” is a swirl of synth arpeggios, catchy pop hooks, and dark vibes. This one is full of introspective lyrics and melancholy melodies, perfect for gloomy and moody fall listening (but still catchy enough for any-season jamming). Check them out via Soundcloud below or Spotify if that’s more your speed. DOLLY ZOOM · Rabbit Hole

Bird and Byron – “Life Is A Bore”

September 24, 2020

We like this indie rocker from Columbus duo Bird and Byron. “Life is a Bore” finds the duo exploring different sonic territory, stretching their blues rock wings into something a bit more jangly, sunny, and upbeat. “Bore” is full of chiming guitars, upbeat melodies, start-stop rhythms, and a perfect bedroom-pop mix that gives this one a subtly vintage tinge. Check it out below and be sure to visit them on Spotify too. Bird and Byron · Life Is A Bore

Sätilä – “4AM”

September 23, 2020

Finnish act Sätilä caught our ears with his latest offering, “4AM.” Full of gauzy synths, infectious melodies, and a great airy mix, “4AM” could appeal to fans of anyone from Tame Impala to M83. We’re particularly drawn to the neon aesthetic in the music video (featured below), full of impressive dance sequences that mirror our own bodies when we listen to this one. Check it out below and be sure to add “4AM” to your Spotify playlist as well.

Jason Matu – “All The Pieces Fit”

September 23, 2020

Super clever wordplay on this indie rocker from Jason Matu. “All the Pieces Fit” brings to mind Flaming Lips, Manchester Orchestra, and other indie rock greats on this cool, bombastic jam. We’re particularly drawn to Matu’s excessive use of alliteration in each of the verses. It brings a satisfying quirkiness to the overall tone of the song. Not to mention the sweet synth layers and Matu’s yearning vocals. Check it out below or on Spotify. icantwaitforsummer · Jason Matu – “All The Pieces Fit”

Edwin Organ – “Self Alarm”

September 23, 2020

Sharing this super quirky electropop jam here from Edwin Organ. “Self Alarm” is a jerky, nu-disco tinged jam that combines the fun of 1980s synth pop with a bit of 2020 flavor and flair. Organ said it best himself – about “Self Alarm,” he says: “We’ve all been there. The relationship you know is no good but you keep going back to them only to be chewed up & spat out. It never works out, listen to Self Alarm, it’s looking out for you.” We agree with Edwin – listen to “Self Alarm.” Soundcloud link below, Spotify link here. Edwin Organ · Self Alarm

Stevie Zita – “Neon Niko”

September 23, 2020

Liking these fun, yet mysterious bedroom vibes from from Stevie Zita – “Neon Niko” is a super swimmy indie pop jam awash in reverb and urgency. Nimble and driving fuzzed-out basslines, chorus-laden guitars, and Zita’s far-off vocals all come together in perfect dream-pop fashion here. If you’re digging “Niko,” Stevie’s got a pretty robust Spotify selection too. Listen first below and then check out his discog. Stevie Zita · Neon Niko

Natalie Schlabs – “Don’t Look Too Close”

September 23, 2020

Digging this jam from Nashville-based songwriter Natalie Schlabs. “Don’t Look Too Close” is a new direction for Natalie – she’s veered away from her country roots into something more akin to indie rock. “Close” is full of cool delayed guitar stabs, driving drums and bass, and of course Schlabs beautiful vocals… Not to mention the cool, start-stop music video treatment that she’s given this one. This one goes down smooth – watch the vid below and keep an eye out for her next LP, also titled Don’t Look Too Close, due out October 16.

Low Key Crush – “Been Waiting”

September 22, 2020

Low Key Crush are a duo from Melbourne writing super jangly, surf-tinged music. “Been Waiting” is a perfect end-of-summer jam – full of wistful vibes, lovely oh-ohs, and plenty of reverb, “Waiting” is the kind of nostalgic song that makes you yearn for better times (or maybe just appreciate the times you have now with your main squeeze). Fans of Best Coast, Tigers Jaw, or An Horse will dig this one a lot. Check it out below and be sure to pick it up on Bandcamp if you’re feeling it. Low Key Crush · Been Waiting

Josh Fudge – “When She’s Gone”

September 22, 2020

Vibing hard to this cool jam from 18-year-old Oklahoma City-based Josh Fudge. “When She’s Gone” is full of big nu-disco basslines, astral synth splashes, and Fudge’s super-smooth vocal delivery. This one is very funky but still feels low-key in a relaxing way a la Tame Impala or Mac Demarco. Check it out below and if you’re feeling it, add it to your Spotify playlist too. Josh Fudge · When She’s Gone

Dylan Pacheco – “Negative Space”

September 22, 2020

Austin, TX-based songwriter Dylan Pacheco has fully embraced his self-proclaimed weirdo-pop roots on a charming new single called “Negative Space.” Full of nervous kid energy, “Negative Space” combines squiggly synths, jittery guitar work, and half-yelped vocals that are dripping with manic sincerity. “Space” is a bedroom song that feels both joyful and anxious all at once; we think fans of the Front Bottoms, Say Hi, or Motion City Soundtrack will like this one a lot. Check it out below – it’s also on Spotify. Dylan Pacheco · Negative Space (Manic Panic)

1996 – “Around You”

September 20, 2020

Cool, swimmy one from 1996 – “Around You” is a part of a dreampop songwriting project from Mike Lee (also of Letting Up Despite Great Faults & Family Mart) where each of his singles features a new singer from a different city. We’re particularly drawn to “Around” – frantic canned drums, swirly guitar vibes, and smartly-edited bedroom-pop vocals really make this one pop. Check it out below and stay tuned for more jams – here’s the Spotify link. 1996 · 1996 – Around You

Limón Limón – “Long Distance”

September 20, 2020

Future indie duo Limón Limón are true buffaBLOG mainstays – it’s probably not too surprising that we love their latest jam, “Long Distance.” Hazy synths, bouncing bass, tight drums, and perfect production help to power this one along… But be sure to stick around for the chorus to treat yourself to a monster hook. Check it out below and be sure to swing by their Spotify too – take it from us, there’s a lot of great jams to enjoy. Limón Limón · Long Distance

Myoon – “Shining Light”

September 20, 2020

French duo Myoon have created something intense and danceable on their latest jam, “Shining Light.” Big bass energy juxtaposes smartly against delicate vocals and mysterious blooming synths… Somehow, “Light” would feel just as at home in the club as it would on a lonely night time drive. Either way, we think you’re gonna like it – check it out below first, and if you like what you hear, visit their Spotify too. Myoon · Shining Light