New Music

Crooked Colours – “Hold On”

April 26, 2019

Aussie electro-dance trio, Crooked Colours, drops off the ethereal single, “Hold On,” off their highly anticipated sophomore album, Langata. This steamy track will get you ready for the dog days of summer with a hot and bouncy rhythm and effervescent vocals. Check it out below and have a fan ready because this one’s going to make you break a sweat. Crooked Colours’ new album, Langata, is due out May 17th. Pre-order it on their official site here and be sure to check out more tracks on Spotify here.

Old Ways – “Bluff”

April 25, 2019

Bummed out? Force a smile with the single, “Bluff,” from Pennsylvania sad rockers, Old Ways. This is the first track off the three-piece’s recently released debut EP Fair Enough and will hook you with its lyrical and heartfelt opening plea. Supporting vicariously sullen vocals are poignant chords and a rocking drum beat. Misery loves company so sidle up next to this catchy tune below. Check out more Old Ways on their official site here and listen to their debut EP Fair Enough on Spotify here.

Philip Brooks – “Spend Some Time Alone Inside My Head”

April 25, 2019

London-based bedroom indie-pop solo act Philip Brooks drops his latest single, “Spend Some Time Alone Inside My Head,” a laidback and somber track that’s perfect to drift away with. Although it features a dreamy, atmospheric beat composed and performed by the 21-year-old multi-instrumentalist, Brooks soft and hazy vocals float over it like a rain cloud as he details struggles with mental health. It’s a record well worth your time so give it a spin below. For more Philip Brooks songs, check out his official site here and Spotify here.

Colour Tongues – “Southbound”

April 24, 2019

Walk a mile in the shoes of Canadian prog indie rockers, Colour Tongues, in the new video for their electric single, “Southbound.” This intoxicating track will get you dancing like no one’s watching with hair-raising guitars, stamping drums and a warm sing-a-long chorus. It’s a blast of energy that’s impossible not to get swept up in. Watch it below and do your ears and eyes a favor. For more Colour Tongues, visit their official site here and Spotify here.

Craig Finn – “Something to Hope For”

April 22, 2019

The Hold Steady frontman, Craig Finn, spreads his wings and soars with the fantastic new single, “Something to Hope For.” Off his upcoming solo outing, I Need a New War, Finn flexes his songwriting muscles like he’s Mr. Universe with an ensemble of spirited melodies and uplifting harmonies. The track lifts off to new heights with the acclaimed crooner’s bold and captivating vocals that will melt away the world around you. You definitely want to give this one a listen below. Look out for Finn’s new album, I Need a New War, out this Friday 4/26 on his official site here and Spotify here.

Trumpets of Consciousness – “Stephanie Saturday”

April 22, 2019

French psych-rock act, Trumpets of Consciousness, release the visuals for their delightful single, “Stephanie Saturday.” Hot off their just-released LP, Approximate, this vibrant track features a finger-snapping dance beat complete with quirky synths and keys. Singer Thibauld Labey’s weightless vocals bring everything together for a playful daydream that’s a joy to get lost in. Watch it below. Stream Trumpets of Consciousness new LP, Approximate, on Spotify here.

Rosemary Fairweather – “Once in a While”

April 21, 2019

Snuggle up with the endorphin-releasing new single “Once in a While” from Canadian dream pop nightingale, Rosemary Fairweather. This track will envelop you like a warm, cozy blanket with Fairweather’s delicate, whispering vocals that are softer than an apparition’s. Pulsating drums and shooting star guitars build to an irresistible chorus that will leave you hypnotized. Check it out below. With her new album out in August, Fairweather will release a new single on the last Friday of each month leading up to its release. Follow her SoundCloud here and Spotify here and watch for the next single dropping this Friday.

Whethan & Bearson – “Win You Over ft. SOAK”

April 21, 2019

Breakout Chicago producer Whethan collaborates with Norwegian producer Bearson and Irish singer-songwriter SOAK on the bubbly new triple threat dance track “Win You Over.” Prepare your feet for a sugary sweet nu-disco beat with effervescent vocals that will keep you going long after the party’s over. Give it a spin, or a hundred, below. For more Whethan, visit his SoundCloud here and Spotify here.

Ditch Days – “Even If You Know ft. Terry vs. Tori”

April 21, 2019

Portuguese dream pop act, Ditch Days, lulls you into a state of relaxation with the video for their breezy single, “Even If You Know.” Teaming up with vocalist Erica Pender (Terry vs. Tori), this whimsical and carefree track feels like a wind chime in the summer with ethereal vocals and a breezy melody. Kick back and relax with this laidback tune below. For more Ditch Days, check out their Bandcamp here and Spotify here.

Sipper – “N.J.F.D”

April 18, 2019

Sipper have a new bummer pop track titled “N.J.F.D.” which has been repeat in the buffaBLOG office this week. In the video, Sipper gets into a fight with a partner at an amusement park, giving many of us some PTSD. With the change of the weather, “N.J.F.D.” is the anthem of the beginnings of a bounce-y summer. Check out the video below and keep a lookout for future material from Sipper over on Facebook. 

Ladysse – “Heartbreak Hollywood”

April 16, 2019

Ladysse’s “Heartbreak Hotel” is like an itch that finally gets scratched. The project is fronted by Stephanie Lauren, a current Detroit resident and former Californian. Since moving east, she been hitting the ground running, embedding herself in the local scene, even landing a spot in AP magazine’s “10 Detroit Artists You Need to Hear” article. Formerly of the band Golden Youth, Ladysse draws comparisons to Charlie XCX or Metric, however we think “Heartbreak Hotel” could easily be a secret track on Yeah Yeah Yeahs 2009 album It’s Blitz. Check out the single below and be on the lookout for new material that should be equally as promising.

flowerbed – “hyacinth”

April 11, 2019

Denton-based shoegaze act “Flowerbed” have a new single that caught our ear last month titled “hyacinth.” The track has a moody layer to it, accented by the lulls of singer Bailey Biggs. “Hyacinth” triggers comparisons to My Bloody Valentine, Lush, or Big Bite. This is the dreampop act’s first single and with that they set the bar pretty high for any followup. Check out flowerbed below and like them over on Facebook for future material. hyacinth by flowerbed

Onni Boi – “Tides”

April 10, 2019

Relatively underground newcomer Onni Boi has a new electro pop track that truly delivers an infectious melody. The Helsinki-based musician blurs pop, electro, indie, and house and wraps it all into an impressive package. “Tides”is Onni Boi’s return to the scene after an impressive debut in 2017 with OB EP.  The single is all about the apprehension of letting someone in on a deeper level, and wanting to protect yourself from being too vulnerable. Check out the single below and try not to dance, I dare you.

Hot Pocket – “Live Without (ft. Lautier)”

April 9, 2019

Funky UK act Hot Pocket teamed up with Lautier to deliver a dance floor must for your spring 2018 playlist. The video for the single gives you a fly-on-the-wall experience, being a largely unnoticed bystander in a busy apartment. If you are into Jamiroquai, then buckle up because Hot Pocket might be your newest obsession. Check out “Live Without” below and keep up with the band’s Spotify for future material.

Kyle Blvd – “HomeGrown”

April 8, 2019

New Jersey-based up-and-coming emcee Kyle Blvd released a dreamy rap single last month titled “Homegrown.” The single showcases Blvd’s tight laid back flow drizzled over a Nintendo 64 influenced instrumental. It’s incredibly hypnotizing and relaxing at the same time. Check out the video for “Homegrown” below and melt into the track.