New Music

Rainsford – “Too Close”

October 8, 2016

Rainsford a.k.a. Rainey Qualley is an LA songstress making intimate pop-soul songs. “Too Close” has a monster chorus and a deep, driving beat – let’s just say we’re feeling it. “Too Close” has a vintage feel, falling somewhere between the 80s and 90s, but boasts a modern production style. Fans of Sade or Aluna George will dig Rainsford. Check out Rainsford on the ‘gram if you want to stay up to date. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/284071205″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Swimming Tapes – “Tides”

October 7, 2016

London quintet Swimming Tapes sure know how to write a perfect dream-pop song. “Tides” is a woozy, reverb-drenched jam full of swimmy guitars and a thumping bassline. About the song, the band says, “Some memories are perfected by the passing of time, become dreamlike, intensified by the imagination. ‘Tides’ is about those kind of memories, a plea to somehow go back in time and live in their magic.” If you dig “Tides,” it is purchasable via iTunes. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283592523″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Skinny Dipp – “Keep Chasing Stars (feat. SoundCasino)”

October 7, 2016

Skinny Dipp hit us up with the gentle electronica of “Keep Chasing Stars” and we’re into it. About the song, Skinny Dipp says, “Think summer, sunshine, beach, chill, and good vibes.” Don’t wait until the leaves fall – you can continue savor the last few weeks of summer as you jam on “Keep Chasing Stars.” Fans of Empire of the Sun or Holy Ghost will vibe with this tune. “Keep Chasing Stars” is available for free download. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282802444″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Indiia – “Sunny Day”

October 7, 2016

Swedish act Indiia is all about the good vibes, as evidenced by their new indie-pop track “Sunny Day.” The duo considers the song a “psychological experiment,” as they both had just started taking anti-depressants before getting down to work. The duo was pleased with the results, as “Sunny Day” came out sounding airy and carefree. Fans of Foster the People or Grouplove would dig this jam. Let your worries go while you stream “Sunny Day” below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283068447″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Fenech-Soler – “Kaleidoscope”

October 7, 2016

London duo Fenech-Soler have a snappy new song on their hands with “Kaleidoscope.” Brothers Ben and Ross Duffy are the creative masterminds behind Fenech-Soler, combining sunny synth instrumentals with a peppy drumbeat and pop-minded vocals. “Kaleidoscope” is an ode to true love and would appeal to fans of DNCE, The Chainsmokers, or Pharrell. If you dig “Kaleidoscope,” you can purchase it here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282875824″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

No Middle Name – “Fading Photo”

October 7, 2016

No Middle Name is a.k.a. David Bailey who is creating just about the most pleasant indie rock we’ve ever heard. His style brings to mind Whitest Boy Alive, Sea Wolf, or Say Hi. We recommend his latest jam, “Fading Photo,” which comes with an equally pleasant music video. It also features some impressive choreography – def worth a watch. If you want to learn more about No Middle Name, check out his Tumblr.

Rod Ladgrove – “Home Is Just A State Of Mind”

October 7, 2016

Australian folkster Rod Ladgrove hit us hard with the emotive vibes in “Home Is Just A State Of Mind.” Coupled with a scenic music video, Rod’s gentle crooning and simmering instrumentals give the song a deep, introspective vibe, almost to the point of being meditative. Fans of M. Ward, The Antlers, or Elliott Smith would love this jam. Rod has had over two million spins on Spotify this calendar year – give him some more love here.

SLØTFACE – “Bright Lights”

October 5, 2016

Norwegian quartet SLØTFACE caught our ears with the impossibly catchy “Bright Lights” Fans of Bully, Interpol, Death Cab For Cutie, or a perfect combination of all three would dig SLØTFACE – “Bright Lights” combines a calculated, spiraling riff with a pulsating bassline and signature female vocals. Lyrical highlight: “There are about five people I can sit this close to.” SLØTFACE has an impressive catalog – check it all out here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283604523″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Glass Spells – “Without Your Laws”

October 5, 2016

SOCO recently spit out a gnarly band known otherwise as Glass Spells. “Without Your Laws” is a dirty little number that emphasizes an extremely funky bass line and the anarchical sprechgesang of their vocalists. GS’s punk/funk is raucous and fun, reminiscent of Metz, Screaming Females, or Mallwalkers. Pump your fists while you jam out to “Without Your Laws” below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/278739986″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Promises Ltd. – “Days of Lavender (Gigamesh Remix)”

October 5, 2016

Promises Ltd. is the creative union ofJeremy Malvin from Chrome Sparks and Charlie Brand from Miniature Tigers. Their side-project specializes in whirly electronica tunes. Gigamesh offered his hand at a remix and we’ve been jiving on it all day. Fans of Holy Ghost or Cut Copy will dig this one. If you’re into this remix of “Days of Lavender,” download it for free here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283148352″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Blacastan, Mr. Green & DJ FMD – “Power”

October 4, 2016

The trio of emcee Blacastan, producer extraordinaire Mr. Green, and scratching guru DJ FMD unite to craft the neck-snapping “Power.” Blacastan’s grizzled flow and veteran lyricism lead the way with punchlines for days particularly on the line “I’m the numero uno pulling rhymes out my culo.” Mr. Green has been providing poignantly snappy instrumentals for some of rap’s best for years now, and “Power” is another one for the resume. He constantly adds and drops sections of the archetypical hip hop loop, for a simply awesome instrumental. Denmark’s DJ FMD and his timely cuts on the hook and outro of  “Power” make the song an international affair. “Power” is the first single from  the Global Connection Vol. 2 compilation, out now. Watch the vid below.

Dreemy Sinatra – “Money Up” Ft Nell

October 4, 2016

Armed with a beat that prime Lil Wayne would love to take on, Maryland’s Deshon Hodges aka Dreemy Sinatra has a sound ripe with commercial appeal and the lyricism of a true wordsmith. “Money Up” begins with an epic build into a rich beat that mashes Mannie Fresh with Hit-Boy. Sinatra’s flow is on display with creative rhyme schemes (“Whispered when we had change but they holler since we got a dollar”), and the charismatic Nell comes through with a great feature, rich with energy and floetry. “Money Up” comes off of Hodges’ The G.O.A.T. EP, give it a listen below.

Sh3llz – “Live on Stage”

October 3, 2016

Detroit’s Sh3llz speaks from a real perspective. “Live on Stage” is a composed relaying of his experience and wisdom from living in the Endless Struggle of his home city.  Over a classic, soulful beat, Sh3llz lets us enter his matrix; “All the flashy n*ggas die with holes in their brain, or they’re locked in the cell still bearing the chain.” He flips his flow around as he talks about his vices, aspirations, environment and more. “Live on Stage” is the first track off of Endless Struggle, listen to it below. Endless Struggle by Sh3llz

Lake South – “Renters”

October 2, 2016

We’re digging the gentle synth pop of “Renters” by Auckland act Lake South. About the song, Lake says, “‘Renters’ is a love song. It’s about loving the place you call home, about realising the connection you have to the place you grew up in, and respecting those who let you have this connection. It’s about the people who make a city worth living in.” Well said, Lake. Fans of Washed Out, Porches, or tricked-out bicycles will enjoy the music vid for “Renters.” Keep your eyes open – Lake South’s album is due out in March of next year.

pierre XO – “Disappear”

October 2, 2016

Pierre XO is a self-taught artist, painter, model, musician, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. Pierre should probably add “music video star” to that already impressive resume. In the video, Pierre stumbles around a practice space in a destructive mood. It’s a perfect compliment to the goth-tinged synth pop of “Disappear.” Check out “Disappear” via iTunes.