Pizzagirl is no stranger to the blog – in fact, we’ve covered his songs thrice already. This time around, we’re lauding the fantastic “Gymnasium.” Full of pan flute samples and 80s-inspired drum machine percussion, Pizzagirl channels the late 2010s aesthetic of Porches or Clairo with the 80s pop sentiment of Phil Collins. Peep it for yourself below. Check out all the fresh merch Pizzagirl has to offer here.
Utica-born, Brooklyn-based Darryl Rahn sent us over the breathtaking folk of “Reason to Run” and we knew we had to share. Pairing a warm acoustic guitar with his soothing tenor vocals, “Reason to Run” continues Darryl’s trend of releasing solid material (having released three full-length albums independently). If you’re looking for the soundtrack to a peaceful fall day, you’ve found it – check it out below. Learn more about Darryl here.
Doctors are a fairly mysterious indie pop act from New Orleans. We think you should check out their latest music video, the vintage-looking home footage compilation that makes up the cinematography for “Slip.” Beyond the video treatment, “Slip” is an upbeat, shoegaze-inspired jam full of washy guitars and echo-chamber vocals. Fans of Slowdive, Pity Sex, or The Depreciation Guild will dig this one. Give Doctors a follow on their IG.
French act Lunar Landscape effortlessly transverses the worlds of classical piano and shoegaze-inspired indie rock. We’d like to direct your attention to the penultimate track, “Les Nuits Célestes,” a five-minute instrumental epic full of echoing guitars and an in-the-pocket rhythm section. Fans of Minus the Bear, Explosions in the Sky, or Russian Circles will enjoy this one. The infinite pleasure of being is available via Bandcamp. Check it out. The infinite pleasure of being by Lunar Landscape
Chapel Hill quartet Indoor Cats hit us up with the 10th track from their self-titled debut LP; it’s a guitar pop track with hints of FIDLAR, Beach Slang, and Guided By Voices worked in. In its own right, “Bloodshot” is a succinct, pop-minded jam that finds the Indoor Cats experimenting with quick tempos, reverbed-out vocals, and jangly guitar tones. Be sure to give it a listen below. Swing over to Bandcamp where you can pick up a cassette or digital dl from the Cats. Indoor Cats by Indoor Cats
Sometimes a mystery song will captivate us greatly – such is the case with Ouster‘s latest offering, “You Don’t Want Out.” A twangy number reminiscent of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Neutral Milk Hotel, or Guster, “You Don’t Want Out” sounds like a true, lo-fi, down-home recording (in a good way!). Check it out below, or swing by their Bandcamp to support them to the fullest. Muted Window / Hollow Dive by Ouster
Chicago quintet You Folk specialize in sad indie rock, case in point “Nolo Contendere.” Originally a solo project for frontman Daniel Lee, the band has since been rounded out by guitarist and back-up vocalist Travis Schuster, bassist Rebecca Young, keyboardist/guitarist Evan Lyman, and drummer Bryan Kingsley. “Nolo Contendere” kicks off with a 7/8 groove before fleshing out into something lush and swirly. Fans of Pedro the Lion, Death Cab, or Broken Social Scene will like this one. If you like what you hear, You Folk has a Bandcamp page – check them out there.
Veteran and celebrated post-hardcore indie rockers, Cursive, are back after years of silence with the raucously nihilistic anthem, “Under the Rainbow.” Found on their upcoming studio LP, Vitriola, this isn’t so much a call to action as it is the venting of anger and frustration over the current state of affairs. Lead singer and guitarist, Tim Kasher, lashes out at income inequality on this particular track and clashes with grippingly melodic car crash instrumentals. Cursive is mad as hell and you’re going to hear about it in fantastic fashion below. Vitriola will be released October 5th and supported with a US winter tour. Check out dates on Cursive’s official Facebook here.
San Francisco four-piece, Dangermaker, uploads the glitchy visuals for their wonderfully retro and instantly addictive electro-pop track, “Pressure.” Off their upcoming sophomore LP, Run, this ultimo dance record is stuffed with laser show synths, livewire riffs and mesmerizing vocals. Give yourself a jolt to the system and say hello to your new favorite song below. Run is out October 5th. For more magnetic Dangermaker tracks and info, check out their official site here and Spotify here.
Tucson, AZ alt-rock solo act, Jesse Konrad, will make you feel alive with his passionate new single, “Crack My Code.” Get ready for comfortably melodic strings, stormy drums and Konrad’s buoyant vocals that crescendo to an electrifying chorus. It will feel like lightning running through your veins and enough to lift your spirits high. Give it a listen below. For more Jesse Konrad tracks and info, visit the multi-hyphenate’s Spotify here.
Big Apple alt rockers, The Good Few, are back with their latest dynamite record, “Nowhere.” Vocalist and guitarist, Kevin Crowell, lights the fuse by crooning over jubilant, lighthearted tabs while drummer, Chloe Arnow, fans the flames with steady, combustible beats. As the wick burns away, the track finally explodes into genuine energy and emotion that will send shockwaves through your ears and heart. Crank it up and rock out along to this one below. For more tracks from The Good Few, check them out on Spotify here.
New-on-the-scene indie rock quartet, Sleepy Orange, make a splash with the video for their breezy debut single, “Big Fish.” This sunny soft rock track features island riffs that lap like waves as gentle vocals rock you like a hammock. However there are a few clouds in this musical paradise with overcast lyrics that ruminate over “big dreams, small town” frustrations, which add to the song’s dynamic. Grab a coconut pina colada and check out the visuals below. Be sure to follow Sleepy Orange on Spotify here and Facebook here.
Seattle’s very own Red Ribbon pulls up with the deathly catchy witch-pop single, “Your Car.” Off the just-released album, Dark Party, vocalist Emma Danner’s delicately despondent voice glides over infectious drumbeats and ominous, lo-fi synths with bruised grace. It’s haunting, lonely and one you’ll want to sulk with it for hours. Dim the lights, turn up the volume and dance around to this dark and sultry record below. Check out Dark Party and more Red Ribbon tracks on Spotify here.
Close your eyes and listen as Norwegian producer, Catnip Cloud, takes us on a dreamy camping trip with his latest psychedelic production, “Our Tent in the Rain.” This track mixes abstract and blissfully atmospheric tones, sounds and lyrics to create vivid hallucinations of a lush, abstract forest. The real magic is in Cloud’s choice of varied and illusory instrumentals that breathe life and nature into this spiritual odyssey. It’s peaceful and exhilarating to get lost in. If you’re looking for an escape, give it a listen below. For more Catnip Cloud, check out his SoundCloud here and watch for future releases.
Attn: Fleetwood Mac fans – bubblegum popper Winslow Newman recently recorded his personal interpretation of this classic jam. The 28-year-old Nashville native is no stranger to the music industry, and has recently been using his powers for his own good. Let the singer’s light vocal delivery and bubbly synths uplift your spirit. Keep in touch with Newman via IG – check it out here.