New Music

Bolinas – “U.L.B”

July 31, 2022

Journeyman Bolinas found his way from Kansas, to Seattle, to LA, with lots of musical gusto and catastrophic life experience in tow. You can hear the amalgamation of these events in latest single, “U.L.B” – the mid-tempo slog (in a good way!) sounds like the work of a weathered musician, smashing together angular, midwestern-emo chords into a dream-pop shell. “U.L.B” is short for “unnecessary last beer” and finds songwriter Chris Thomas reminiscing about shedding the self-destructive lifestyle after a few too many nights with a few too many beers. You can find “U.L.B” on Spotify too. bolinas · U.L.B

Far West – “Someday”

July 31, 2022

Santa Cruz-based act Far West is helping us power through the dog days of summer with their fizzy new jam, “Someday.” With twinkly guitar flourishes, fuzzy synth flavor, and reverbed-out vocals, this one feels like it was made for hazy summer days, either poolside or on a long drive with the windows down. About the song, Far West says: “Lyrically, it’s about finding the strength to let the past go and not let it weigh you down.” Follow along with the lyrics via the YouTube embed below – you can also find “Someday” on Spotify.

dani mack – “fleabag”

July 31, 2022

“God forgive me for the things I’ve done” – an omnirelatable sentiment from dani mack (aka Baylee Barrett). Anyone from a small town can relate to the sometimes oppressive nature of their upbringing, something Barrett deals with perfectly in this sassy kiss-off to the perils of dating. With crunchy, catchy guitars that bring to mind Soccer Mommy or Now, Now, this one will get your head bobbing while casually reminding you that we’ve all got judgment day to answer to someday… Maybe. About the song, Barrett says: “’fleabag’ has layers to it”, explains Baylee Barrett. “In simplest terms, which most can relate to, it’s a nod to dating and how terrible it is. On a deeper level, it’s a song about my own sexual repression and my difficulties with casual relationships. I grew up a devout Christian and letting go of the guilt that was instilled in me from such[...]

TEEN BLUSH – “Other Faces”

July 31, 2022

We think you’re going to like the latest single from TEEN BLUSH – recorded purposely in a stream-of-consciousness fashion, “Other Faces” has the twitchy, neurotic feel of something that comes straight from a fit of anxiety. Baritone vocals, mile-a-minute bass, and jittery drums power “Faces”, a suite that perfectly captures TEEN BLUSH’s mood when it was written. About the song, Teen Blush says: “This song is about trying to battle how people perceive you sometimes and seeing other people through the lens of others, even your own. I could go deeper, but I’ll leave it up to interpretation. It kind of drives you crazy.” You can also find “Other Faces” on Spotify and Apple Music. TEEN BLUSH · Other Faces

Ellur – “Close To You”

July 31, 2022

UK-based act Ellur caught our ears with the slow burn intensity of her latest single, “Close To You.” The lyrical content of coping with rejection and craving validation pairs perfectly with the guitar-driven musical backbone, building from a heartfelt opening to something urgent and sincere. The track constantly crescendos until it ends abruptly in the perfect way – fans of Wolf Alice, Sunflower Bean, and Phoebe Bridgers will find lots to love here. Check out the video for “Close To You” on YouTube below – you can also find it on Spotify.

WILDES – “Far and Wide”

July 26, 2022

WILDES (aka the solo-project of London-based singer/songwriter Ella Walker) is fresh off the release of her debut album, Other Words Fail Me… She caught our ears with the lightly bubbling indie pop of single “Far and Wide.” Her excellent vocals give off an inescapable longing vibe while the lightly buzzing instruments form an atmospheric backbone that inspires feelings of relaxation or nostalgia, depending on your current headspace. About the song, Walker says: “‘Far and Wide’ is a celebration of friendship. It reflects the madness and uncertainty of early adulthood and the constant change and turbulence we all go through. After neglecting them for a long time, I realized how constant and secure my friendships had become… The constant support and unconditional love of these people is the reason I am here today. So this is a love letter to those friends who saved me – I would do anything for[...]

Wombo – “7 of Cups”

July 26, 2022

Last time we checked in with the dark energy of Louisville trio Wombo, we were praising their single, “One of These.” They’re back with another dirge, full of intentionally sour-sounding notes (e.g. Pile) and haunting vocals, this time called “7 of Cups.” It’s impossible not to bop along to the trudging bass anchor – it’s similarly difficult not to sway along to the spindly guitar work that hangs like a thick fog over the rest of the track. About the song, Wombo says: “The song is about losing time, forgetting/ being forgotten by time, and feeling trapped by time. The hourglass I found at an antique mall and it gave me the idea to have myself trapped inside a room as a clay version of myself by it.” Check out the music video on YouTube below – you can also find “7” on Spotify.

Crooner – “Better Ways”

July 26, 2022

Crooner from our kinda-neighbor city Erie, PA, caught our ears with their latest offering, “Better Ways.” Self-described as “nostalgia-pop,” the trio brings acoustic-driven indie folk flavors with omnipleasant bass and drum accompaniments. On top of it all is a quasi-falsetto vocal line that evokes feelings of longing, but we were particularly drawn to the bridge that combines the otherwise organic instrumentation with subtle electronic flourishes. You can find “Better Ways” on Spotify and Apple Music as well. Crooner · Better Ways

LonelyTwin – “More Than On My Mind”

July 26, 2022

Stockholm’s LonelyTwin (aka Madelene Eliasson) just released her debut album, This End Had No Beginning, via Ultra Records. The song “More Than On My Mind” is on the album, and it’s our latest recommendation for good reason. Expect light and airy indie pop vibes with themes of heartbreak, love, and strained relationships. About the song, Eliasson says: “It’s about being stuck in a loop of thinking that things might be better next time, even though you might know deep down that it’s never gonna happen.” You can also find “More Than On My Mind” on Apple Music and Spotify. LonelyTwin · More Than On My Mind

Breadcouch – “Livin”

July 23, 2022

Anyone who is able to pull off an effective beat switch on a track with a runtime of two minutes and twelve seconds is one special individual; introducing: Breadcouch. The Texas natives most recent installment “Livin” is lyrically lighthearted with heavy hitting flows. “On Livin” in particular, Breadcouches delivery sounds like he just woke up but it works as a very effective tamber for his vox. That being said, we’ve been provided with a timeless track by the Couch of Bread and it will be very interesting to see where he goes with the next one, until then… Stream “Livin” on Spotify Stream “Livin” on SoundCloud breadcouch · livin

G Herbo – “Drill (feat. Rowdy Rebel)”

July 23, 2022

What better way to celebrate the one year anniversary of an album other than to release some visuals for it? G Herbo decided to paint even more of a picture for his fans by releasing the music video for “Drill (feat. Rowdy Rebel)” off of his last project 25. AZAE Production made a three minute movie for Chicago and New York’s superstars as they floated over the mountains of 808s. G Herbo and Rowdy Rebel brought the perfect balance of business and casual to their video for “Drill.” See what I mean here: Stream “Drill” on Spotify Watch the “Drill” music video on YouTube

Child Seat – “Burning”

July 21, 2022

It’s not often that a live session catches our ears for a feature, but the attention to detail on Child Seat‘s latest take on “Burning” has us questioning our sanity. Between the gently bubbling backing track; the winding guitar parts; and the ever-perfect vocals, “Burning” sounds like it could be the studio rendition of the song. It certainly doesn’t hurt that the band looks ultra cool while performing. You can also find “Burning” on Spotify.

FNTN – “Impossible Summer”

July 21, 2022

We’re checking back in with our buds in FNTN and their surfy new single, “Impossible Summer.” You might remember our feature of “Crypto Vegan” from a few months ago, but it’s time to open your ears again for this irresistible number. The juicy intro guitar riffs were enough to sell us, but this beachy tune has enough melody and good-time vibes to have us head bopping all the way through. You can also find “Impossible Summer” on Spotify.

Week Neez – “Shiny Leopard”

July 21, 2022

The “business-punk” band Week Neez (their words, not ours, although v applicable) recently caught our ears with their hooky new single, “Shiny Leopard.” By this point, any dedicated readers of buffaBLOG know we’re suckers for strong pop hooks and big energy… Let’s just say “Leopard” is full of both. The Wollongong, Australia-based act is headed out on tour this summer in support, so while we can’t join them (because we’re stuck in Buffalo), anyone in their area should make any effort. Check out the YouTube embed below – you can also find “Shiny Leopard” on Spotify.

Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts – “Somewhere Else”

July 21, 2022

Brooklyn act Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts (aka songwriter/musician Colton Tracy) caught our ears with the 90s-esque slacker rock on his latest single, “Somewhere Else.” Sludgy guitars and siren leads pair well with the aloof vocals to pierce through your speakers in a way that brings to mind genre luminaries like Built to Spill, Pavement, and early-era Weezer. Be sure to stick around for the second half of the song for a super-tasty outro. “Somewhere Else” is on Soundcloud – you can also find OFBH’s discography on Bandcamp too. Old Fashioned Bleeding Hearts · Somewhere Else