New Music

Bangbang – “Grabbed”

August 27, 2016

Southeast London electro-pop duo, Bangbang, released a real earworm earlier in the month with their track “Grabbed.”Bangbang is a fairly new project with its members originating from opposite sides of the world (Australia and southern England). “Grabbed” is the lead single off the pair’s self-titled EP, which you can stream over here. Under the surface, the track is about trying to take over a dream and control it, becoming fully lucid. Fans of Metronomy, Clubfeet, or NZCA Lines would be into this one. Jam out to “Grabbed” in the easily streamable link below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/278247052″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Seeing Hands – “I Knew You”

August 26, 2016

Newcastle dream-pop act Seeing Hands have just released their debut single, “I Knew You.” Their jangly brand of shoegazy indie rock is defined by reverb soaked vocals and piercing, bell-tone guitars. Because of their dreamy, space-case style, Seeing Hands would appeal to fans of The War On Drugs, Turnover, and Wild Nothing. If you dig “I Knew You,” pick it up via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/276919805″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

COTE – “London”

August 26, 2016

COTE is a mysterious quintet who charmed us with the understated rock of “London.” About “London,” frontwoman Taryn Randall says, “I wrote [the song] over a period of two years, adding and reworking verses as my life continued to shift. Throughout that time, I always found myself returning to the same theme – the desire for control against the necessity of letting go.” Fans of Stevie Nicks and Rilo Kiley would surely enjoy COTE’s rootsy indie rock. Grab “London” off of iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/276585398″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Audiobruz – “Believe”

August 26, 2016

As a follow up to the immensely successful single “Blow,” Italian producer/one-man-band Audiobruz is back with another immense summer banger. “Believe” is his latest, a bass-heavy jam with obvious funk and electronic influences. Fans of Daft Punk or JUSTICE would surely dig Audiobruz’ heady vibes. “Believe” is free for a limited time only. Out now on Audiophile Live. Don’t dawdle! [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/279365793″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Virgin of the Birds – “Spooky, Stony, Barely Over Thirty”

August 26, 2016

Seattle trio Virgin of the Birds hit us up with the retro-flavored indie rock of “Spooky, Stony, Barely Over Thirty,” an ode to aging gracefully. With their imaginative verbiage and obscure pop culture references, the band treads a line between intimate, lo-fi pop and the occasional grandeur of early art-rock. Fans of M. Ward, The Velvet Underground, or R.E.M. would dig Virgin of the Birds. V of the B’s latest, Secret Kids is available via Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/276288974″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Kady Rain – “R.A.D. Moves”

August 26, 2016

Last time we heard from Texan songstress Kady Rain, we were crushing on her lighthearted single, “All I Ever Wanted.” She’s back with “R.A.D. Moves,” a continuation of her chokehold on the bubblegum pop genre. Fans of Katy Perry, Carly Rae Jepsen, and Miley Cyrus should look no further – “R.A.D. Moves” is about getting out on the dancefloor and just letting loose. “R.A.D. Moves” is available on iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/274769878″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

VHS COLLECTION – “Ghost”

August 26, 2016

“I feel it in my bones, all I need is you” pretty much sums up the yearning vibes on VHS COLLECTION‘s new jam, “Ghost.” “Ghost” is a straight up dance song set to live drums, giving it a unique, organic feel. The song is about the love/hate relationship that New York City folks have with their home town and about the feeling of returning to a home and feeling’s it’s changed somehow. “Ghost” is the first release from VHS’ upcoming release. Till then, check em out on Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/273370303″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Golden Suits – “Gold Feeling”

August 26, 2016

Fred Nicolaus, co-founder of the band Department of Eagles and main force behind Golden Suits, has mostly been known for contemplative, folk-inflected music. His new track “Gold Feeling” is a feel-good jam about just wanting to dance. About the track, Nicolaus says, “I’m always complicating things in music and life by trying to be clever and ‘sophisticated,’ so it felt really good to do something simple and true — I did really want to dance that night.” Fans of retro 70s jams, MGMT, and Phoenix would dig Golden Suits. “Gold Feeling” will be featured on the band’s upcoming release, Kubla Khan, and can be purchased via this link. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/275945120″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

KINLEY & Lonely Kid – “Blackbird 2.0”

August 26, 2016

KINLEY (also a member of Hey! Rosetta) and Lonely Kid teamed up to produce “Blackbird 2.0” and we couldn’t be more jazzed. Lonely Kid was inspired by KINLEY’s song “Blackbird,” and created this upbeat dance edit as a result. We are particularly taken with the video, finding the duo biking around their hometown of Prince Edward Island, Canada, highlighting fellow artists and local landmarks. Check out their music video below.

CAPTIONS – “Bearfights”

August 26, 2016

Captions is an LA act specializing in dreamy indie rock. Their latest single, “Bearfights,” is a spacey and angsty tune that channels their California roots. Their lustrous mid-tempo rock makes use of gently strummed guitars and strong vocal melodies. Recommended to fans of Band of Horses or Real Estate. Captions is due to put out their latest release, Iterations, soon. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/272515307″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Dwayne Applewhite – “23”

August 25, 2016

Dwayne Applewhite is a smooth operator. Coming off of the successful Pharaogamo project, the rapper  is dropping quality, multi-faceted tracks left and right. The talented MC uses his soft voice to do double duty as both a rapper and a singer. Songs like “4AM Meditation” feature more of this melodic singing from the 23-year-old, but on “23” he saves his chops for a memorable chorus and sticks to the floetry for his verses. “23” is both a celebration and a warning. Applewhite is proud of where he’s at at just 23, but the demons he’s overcome for now are just waiting in the mist. He feels trapped by his surroundings, and questions his faith in it all with lines like”Why do these Jesus pieces got me puzzled?” He’s introspective, weary, and chocked full of profound thoughts. Here’s to hoping Applewhite reflects on his future years with the same diligence as “23.”

Decide – “The Powerless”

August 25, 2016

Demonstrated by the strength of the ironically powerful lead single “The Powerless,” rapper Decide‘s Struggle Inside EP is a motivating, empowering hip hop project. The five-track prepper focuses on day-to-day struggles we face, from struggles with work, to relationship woes, finally settling on closer “The Powerless.” Decide holds no punches as he calls for people to get off their asses and chase what they want. It begins with the line “Imagine me doing nothing just sitting around, looking at wall trying to figure something out.” He remains direct with his bars, and isn’t a fan of feeling sorry for one’s self. Production on the EP is varied, courtesy of the beatmaker Anno Domini Nation. “Rap Shit” has the bombastic thumps and charming piano keys of a Dr. Dre song. “Illusion of Choice” is both cloudy and epic. But “The Powerless” is classic hip hop. Chopped up vocal samples comprise the main[...]

Dutch Criminal Record – “On The Fence”

August 21, 2016

“An indie song about indecision, full of chiming riffs, booming bass and nimble drums.” If this typically describes things that are up your alley, Dutch Criminal Record is the band for you. The quartet’s indie rock is impossibly tight and springy. We think you should start with “On The Fence,” especially if you’re a fan of Foals, Someone Still Loves You Boris Yeltsin, or Kaiser Chiefs. “On The Fence” is available via Bandcamp. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/268588859″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Ghost Wave – “Honeypunch”

August 21, 2016

Ghost Wave is a New Zealand-based act who have been creating some interesting music. The duo has been exploring the sonic possibilities of their psychedelic sound by adding an electronic focus to their warbling, retro-sounding songs. We think “Honeypunch” is where you should start – swirling organs, pulsing synths, and cosmic vocals pepper the track. Recommended to fans of the 1960s or Tame Impala. Radio Norfolk is out now via Flying Nun Records. Buy it here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/243637210″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Wild & Free – “Life On Jupiter”

August 19, 2016

Combining the multi-instrumentalist talents of producers Drew Kramer and George Cochrane, dance act Wild & Free fearlessly explores the space between disco, house, and pop music. The duo puts a strong emphasis on meticulous percussion, dreamy vocals, and a wide spectrum of unexpected textures. We dug “Life On Jupiter” for its good vibes and undeniable beat. “Life On Jupiter” is free if you head over to Soundcloud. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/275765915″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]