London-based artist Tom Sundog is on a mission to create sounds no one has ever heard before and we think the rapid-fire delivery on his latest offering, “Night on My Mind” checks all those boxes. An electrified beat and squelchy synth sounds give this an otherworldly sound, certainly refreshing on the ears while offering a challenging new sonic palate to explore. Check out the music video below on YouTube.
Frequent buffaBLOG features Limón Limón are back with another electropop gem called “Differently.” This song has extreme summer vibes – with an inescapable bassline bop and lyrical content about finding love after a long drought, this one feels just as right poolside as it does on your morning commute to work. If you’re feeling froggy, you can also peep another of our Limón favorites here. Check out “Differently” via Soundcloud below – if you like it as much as we do, add it to your Spotify playlist. Limón Limón · Differently
Spicy! There’s something to be said about the funk/soul sounds being pumped out from Hot Mustard – it’s a decadent blend of boom bap hip-hop sounds and 2022-flavored use of retro samples. It’s not too hard to imagine something amazing coming from a duo composed of members of TV on the Radio and Anitbalas… But just in case you’re wondering, we recommend checking out the vintage-inspired antimated music video below. Sit back and let their distinctive heat wash all over you. Check out the music video for “Naked” below – you can also find it on Spotify.
Transcendent vocals laid atop an instrumental groovy enough to get you out of your seat; “Another Dose” is the summer hit you’ve been searching for. The long island trio known as Gamblers sing alongside the renown Mick Jenkins over the hook of their latest single. After setting the tone, Mick Jenkins picks it up and doesn’t drop it, going hard for the entire verse. The production throughout the track has a retro, almost Black Eyed Peas vibe to it… AKA it’s two minutes of sonic nostalgia. “Another Dose” also came along with mesmerizing visuals directed and produced by Paul Motisi. Watch the music video for “Another Dose (feat. Mick Jenkins)” on YouTube Stream “Another Dose (feat. Mick Jenkins)” on Spotify Gamblers · Another Dose (feat. Mick Jenkins)
With undisputed authenticity, Dax comes forth with his latest music video, “Searching For a Reason,” from his sophomore album Pain Paints Paintings. The video uses Alice and Wonderland as a vehicle to drive the plot of finding yourself in a very dark place where it seems as if everyone’s against you. Iconic lines like, “Forget bout all of the followers, Jesus had 12 disciples,” alongside stunning visuals are what certifies “Searching For a Reason” as a new show-piece in Dax’s discography. Despite the track being nearly one year old, its music video has garnered over 100,000 likes on YouTube in less than one month of its release, which goes to show how devoted Dax’s fans really are. Find out why and watch “Searching For a Reason” on YouTube Stream “Searching For a Reason” on Spotify
Our Toronto neighbors in poolblood just released a cool new song called “twinkie” and we’re hooked. “Twinkie” is jangly and gauzy – enough to appeal to fans of anyone from Phoebe Bridgers, to Girlpool, to Goon. The accompanying music video (directed by guitarist/drummer Shamir) captures the mood of the song perfectly; a nostalgia-inducder, full of frolicking, flowers, and imagery that generally brings to mind happier times. About the song, singer Maryam Said says: “‘twinkie’ is a song I wrote about the tenderness of time, time as a source of love, and the way time is the ultimate parent. Starting over is as sweet as a golden sponge cake.” You can find “twinkie” on Spotify and Apple Music too.
Paolo Nutini seems to be on fire lately (a recent performance with Liam Gallagher can confirm), and that energy is evident on his slow-burn new single, “Acid Eyes.” “Eyes” is a hopeful but bittersweet love song with a haunting refrain of “I never told you I loved you.” While the song starts out as a simple bass thump, it eventually blossoms into something beautiful, atmospheric, and orchestral – not unlike a perfectly-executed acid trip… Unless we’re mistaken and Paolo’s referring to something a bit more caustic. Check out “Acid Eyes” below – you can also find it on Apple Music and Spotify.
All the way from Singapore, Knightingale are making waves (get it?) with their latest single, “Big Wave.” Huge punk rock energy pours over you right from the get go – an absolutely huge guitar sound swells to tsunami heights while the vocal presence sounds surfy and distant, even though they still crash over you. Wave puns aside, fans of Wavves, FIDLAR, and Hot Water Music are going to love the sheer energy here. You can also find “Big Wave” on Spotify.
Netherlands-based duo Ciao Lucifer are at it again with new single “So Good It Hurts.” Propelled by powerful falsetto crooning, spindly guitar leads, and an infectious 3/4 beat, “Hurts” would fit comfortably on a playlist next to your favorite Vampire Weekend or Phoenix songs. Lyrically, the song tackles the complication relationship between loving something so much that you’re jealous of it – “When something’s so good, it hurts.” You can also enjoy the song on Spotify. Ciao Lucifer · So Good It Hurts
Blink-182 needs no introduction… But Katie Toupin‘s heart wrenching take on “Adam’s Song” certainly deserves one. Toupin’s unique drawl and indie-folk approach add a surprisingly fitting twang to the Blink classic. It’s even Mark Hoppus approved – he reposted it during his battle with Leukemia, which ignited a fan-funded covers EP for Katie; all proceeds from streams of “Adam’s Song” are going to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – so stream the hell out of it. Listen to “Adam’s Song” on Spotify and Apple Music.
Strawberry Blonde stray from their usual indie-emo path (but not TOO far) on latest single, “Stay.” The quintet explores unique synth textures overtop of their emotionally-laden music which is reminiscent of contemporaries like Foxing or American Football (note the brass accompaniment around 3:30). Having formed at SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music back in 2015, SB has lots of offer in terms of musicianship – sit back and enjoy the nuanced instrumentation wrapped up in the context of an indie-pop song. You can find Strawberry Blonde’s entire discography on Spotify. Strawberry Blonde · Stay
“WannabeNobody” is a new direction for Irish act Kelp, who has refined their usual “cutting-edge Vaporwave elevator-jingles” into something poppy and catchy. “Nobody” is full of quirky bleeps and bloops, indicative of Vaporwave, but is also ruthlessly catchy and surprisingly refined – a vibe that continues throughout the entire song. About “Nobody,” Kelp says: “… it made me think of the idea of impulsiveness, but coupled with anxiety. So, it’s knowing your actions have consequences, but going through with it just to, maybe feel alright for even a little bit, at possibly a great cost.” Check out all the different ways to listen to “WannabeNobody” here.
Coming in like a mortar, Khi’leb went absolutely ballistic on “Where The Food At.” The instrumental also has a dynamic switch from battle mode to blissful, so quickly, yet seamless. “Where The Food At ” has an impeccable beat, including 808s that will shake windows, perfectly timed percussion, and it’s tied all together with some graceful piano; bells; and what sounds like a choir from the future. The vocals are also both delivered and engineered to perfection courtesy of Wy’es Wayo who handled all production on the action packed, two-and-a-half minute track: “Where The Food At.” Stream “Where the Food At” on Spotify and YouTube
Before there was Car Bombs, there was “Straight.” Shoebox Benny decided to grace his fans with some visuals to the first single of his sophomore album, and let’s just say they generously compliment the track. Shot in the Chicago MC’s favorite places on the West Side, the warm orange colors combined with the cut-out letter font make the song come off a lot more casual in a great way. It also helps that Shoebox Benny is floating every second he speaks. You won’t be surprised what $50,000 off dope money would make you do, but you probably will when you find out what your girl does with Shoebox Benny behind your back. Watch the “Straight” music video on YouTube
With a voice that deserves a trademark, it’s no surprise that the LA-based phenomenon known as Rokeaux took his latest single to the next level. “Charmin’ Tha Snakes” is one of those songs that will enhance whatever it is you’re feeling ten-fold, but with a garnish of triumphant beauty. The entire track is an extended metaphor comparing close ones to snakes and Rokeaux executes it to perfection, from the words he said, to the very way he sang them. “Charmin’ Tha Snakes” was released on June 25th of 2022 and is intended to be played at very high volumes in the summertime. Stream it now on Spotify and Apple Music Rokeaux · ROKEAUX – CHARMIN’ THA SNAKES