New Music

TRY X Earthgang – “Clarity”

July 3, 2022

What happens when you combine one of the most authentically versatile groups in the rap game with an indie-electronic duo? Something like smoking and swimming for the first time thinking it’s no big deal until you’re literally floating. The duo known as Try is composed of Sam i and Shmuck the Loyal who banded together with the legendary Earthgang to bring us their latest single, “Clarity.” The track sounds like it was baptized in an ocean of fire and the video looks like it was directed in Hollywood, but it was directed by no other than the first half of Try, AKA Sam i. “Clarity” was the first single off of their debut project “Chapter One” – it’s out now on all streaming platforms. Watch the music video for “Clarity” on YouTube below. Stream it on Spotify too

Digging for Kanky – “Still Digging”

July 3, 2022

This track was marked for death as soon as you pressed play and those church bells rang… The executioner is none other than trip-hop duo Digging for Kanky on their latest track “Still Digging.” With a delivery of death itself carried across the track by hauntingly hellish bells through explicitly innovative lyrics, “Still Digging” is some of Digging For Kanky’s best work to date. They somehow captured the eeriness of a silent horror film and implemented those same thrilling sensations on a record. The single was released just days ago on June 24th of 2022 but it’s never too early to get ready for Halloween! (I’m so serious). Stream it on Apple Music & Spotify Digging For Kanky · Still Digging

Foster – “Wish You Were Here”

July 3, 2022

The up & coming youngin’ by the name of Foster caught quite a bit of buzz with his new single, “Wish You Were Here.” Just another day in the life for the singer/songwriter with over one million monthly listeners on Spotify alone. Foster houses his hardships in these indestructible, head-tilting harmonics that make you feel vulnerable yet safe. “Last night I knew just what to say but you weren’t here to hear it; my self destructive tendencies are always interfering” is something each & anyone of us has felt somewhere along the lines of this crazy thing we call life. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

Howdy, Cherry – “Youth”

June 25, 2022

Howdy, Cherry (aka Brooklyn native Caroline Lazar) has been buzzing – she’s about ready to take over the internet with her debut EP, Youth. We’ve been hooked on the title track – a forlorn, guitar-based slice of bedroom-pop-meets-indie-folk that will surely appeal to fans of Phoebe Bridgers, Lucy Dacus, and Soccer Mommy. About the song, Howdy, Cherry says: “‘Youth’ is about being utterly lonely and stupid in love and being young when the world feels like it’s over.” We’ve all been there, Caroline! She just happened to frame it perfectly in the context of an indie-pop song. You can also find “Youth” on Spotify. Howdy, Cherry · Youth

The Real (feat. Jay Zels & Levigotit) – Yell Ell

June 25, 2022

“Dear Lord, let the real reign supreme” is too fitting to be Yell Ell’s first line back since his 2021 LP, Larry Legend. The Delaware MC wanted to remind everyone not that “The Real” was back, but that it had never left in the first place. Ell brought some friends by the names of Jay Zels and LeviGotIt along for the PSA to help him convey the message and they came loud and clear. You can hear the hunger and sincerity within the vocals of each artist on “The Real.” It’s a thrill to witness multiple artists come together and sound so connected yet authentic to themselves and that’s exactly the type of ride “The Real” will take you on. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music

FANG – “Pr0 Pa!n”

June 25, 2022

What was done on “Pr0 Pa!n” by FANG is something you have never experienced before and is something you will likely never forget. The tone of production is apocalyptic in a beautiful and infectious way. FANG brings a wide range of delivery in the short span of two and a half minutes and leaves you craving more by doing so. Picture a Travis Scott song but FANG somehow manages to increase the rage factor; that’s about what you can expect while bumping his latest drop: “Pr0 Pa!n.” Stream “Pr0 Pa!n” on Spotify and SoundCloud FANG · Pr0 Pa!n (feat. Sebastian Rex)

4KPHIL – “Pay Per View (Intro)”

June 25, 2022

From the kick back flows to the abrupt beat switches, “Pay Per View Intro” is one of the most captivating pilots of a project I’ve ever heard. The production was handled by none other than Soupy2k and 4KPHIL himself. If you believe “hip-hop doesn’t hit like they used to” &/or “It’s not music you can really feel,” then get yourself a full dose of “Pay Per View (Intro).” As it’s essentially compiled of two tracks hollowed out by a type of nostalgia you forgot even existed; I’m talking Trix Yogurt Swirls and Cinnabon Cereal days. Take a both sonic and scenic trip with 4KPHIL on this intro of his. Stream it on Spotify and Apple Music too 4KPHIL. · PPV (Pay-Per-View) [FULL ALBUM]

Pastel Blank – “Fences”

June 24, 2022

Somewhere between the slacker rock of Pavement, the tightly-wound compositions of Talking Heads, and the angular freak-outs of Parquet Courts lies Pastel Blank‘s new single, “Fences.” The band fills the song with buzzing guitar riffs, choppy rhythms, and just enough sauce on the vocals to keep things interesting. About the lyrical content of the song, songwriter Angus Watt says: “‘Fences’ is a strawman song. I wanted to write about proud fence-sitters who mask indecision as an intellectual and moral virtue. I pulled a few examples from various conversations, but to be honest, this song is also quite self-critical. I wanted to poke fun at this type of person, and parts of myself. Though ultimately, I think the song is more ‘fun’ than ‘poke’” You can also find “Fences” on Spotify.

Layzi – “Shop Around”

June 22, 2022

Layzi caught our ears with the heavenly slacker vibes on her latest offering, “Shop Around.” Relationship anxiety is no joke, especially when you’re worried about a partner looking around for a potential extracurricular romp in the hay. Layzi channels her nervousness into a surprisingly laid-back bedroom-pop jam, pairing lo-fi study beatz energy with heavenly vocals and a monster chorus hook. “Shop Around” is out now via Spirit Goth Records – check it out via YouTube below or stream it on Spotify.

Caregiver – “Reason”

June 22, 2022

Sacramento’s Caregiver (aka Lindsey Bitson) vents about the tough stuff – heartache, substance abuse, and self-discovery – on her latest offering, “Reason.” Her one-of-a-kind vocal delivery coupled with the urgent but not-yet-bubbling-over indie rock instrumentals help to give this one a dark, but relatable feel. About the song, Bitson says: “I sabotaged a relationship to avoid being hurt. Such an ironic characteristic, self-sabotage. It creates the exact thing I fear. When we reconnected, it was as if he could see right through me. There was nothing left for us. If I hadn’t been so distant and destructive, maybe things could have worked out differently. We swung outside on hammocks on opposing sides of his porch and it felt like goodbye. That week I wrote ‘Reason.'” You can find “Reason” on Spotify – it’s out now via Park The Van.

JOYLESS – “Cool?”

June 22, 2022

Norway’s JOYLESS are here to punch you in the face (figuratively) with the onslaught of their new single, “Cool?” The band critique social media-based perfection on the song – they skewer the double life that lots of people live with a super-upbeat instrumental paired with a scathing lyrical critique. It’s done with enough bratty punkiness and super-smart melodies (how about that chorus?!) that bring to mind bands like The Hives, PUP, and FIDLAR. “Cool?” is out now via Vestkyst Records. You can also find “Cool?” on Apple Music and Spotify. Joyless · Cool?

Heather Cook – “Dark Water”

June 22, 2022

“Dark Water” is one of those songs that sounds like it’s namesake – between Heather Cook‘s deathly-whisper vocals and the somber-but-serene instrumentals, “Water” feels like it’s sonically embodied. Heather explores themes of existentialism, PTSD, homesickness, and nostalgia on “Water,” her latest single from her debut LP, Quick! No One’s Looking. Fans of Lucy Dacus, Alex G, and Big Thief are going to find lots to love here. “Dark Water” is out now on Weird Sister Records. You can also find it on Spotify.

Loveseat Pete – “Sawyer”

June 22, 2022

Loveseat Pete are on a bit of a winning streak – they’ve been getting airplay next to artists like Mitski and Hippocampus… And with one listen to “Sawyer,” their latest single, it’s not hard to see why. The band’s smart hooks and super tight indie rock sound bring to mind acts like The Strokes and Wavves, with nods to more retro harmony-laden acts like The Beach Boys. We think you’re going to like this offering from this Asbury Park-based quartet – it’s our bet it won’t be the last you’re hearing from them either. You can also find “Sawyer” on Spotify and Apple Music.

small town sci-fi – “Methadone”

June 22, 2022

Salinas-based act small town sci-fi (stsf) created a crushing slice of indie-folk with his latest single, “Methadone.” Sometimes a song’s lyrics just speak for themselves – with a somehow catchy refrain of: “I’m on Methadone in the summertime/ cocaine and pills in the wintertime,” stsf captures the pain of relying on substances to feel some sense of normalcy. It’s done via a super-endearing lo-fi skeleton which rides the line between heartfelt bedroom composition and Elliott Smith level genius. You can find “Methadone” on Spotify too. Salt and Lye · Methadone

Girl Time – “Yours”

June 22, 2022

Brother/sister duo Girl Time capture the DIY spirit of the 90s on their latest offering, “Yours.” Initially conceived on an acoustic guitar, the brother-half of the duo added the meandering, vintage-tuned electronics that really brought the song’s backbone to life. Equal parts Phoebe Bridgers and Mazzy Star, “Yours” is a perfect tune to play around the summer campfire or when you’re winding down after a long day in the sun. You can also find “Yours” on Spotify and YouTube. Girl Time · Yours