courtship. – “Stop For Nothing”
courtship.'s "Stop For Nothing" is a hybrid of synth-pop and indie rock, exciting and exuberant in its obvious optimism. Reserved back-up instrumentals and smooth vocals set the scene for the LA duo's catchy chorus to slap you across the face... In a good way of...
Martinez – “Maryam”
Swiss indie-pop duo Martinez is here with the infectious "Maryam." About the single, the act says, “'Maryam' is one of the first songs we wrote together. We wanted to talk about the difficulties of being yourself in a society that is constantly trying to make you...
Honey Lung – “Something”
Check out this anthemic new track from hotly-tipped new grunge act, Honey Lung. "Something" is caked in reverb, chorus, and fuzz, combining the three into a maelstrom of noise with that distinctive 90s flavor. Fans of Smashing Pumpkins, Yuck, or My Bloody Valentine...
Thanya Iyer – “Painting”
Thanya Iyer shot us a live session of her song "Painting" and we couldn't have been more pleased. The Montreal-based singer-songwriter specializes in lilting, jazzy compositions heavy on piano, stand-up bass, and light on percussion. The video not only highlights...
Edgarville – “Srsly”
A healthy dose of mathy emo-rock is never a bad thing - perhaps Edgarville should be your next endeavor. The band combines riffy goodness and gravely vocals under an undeniable emo umbrella. The UK act is passionate about DIY ethics and is curretnly hot off of a...
Andrea Silva – “The Fall”
Sometimes less is more. That concept couldn't be any truer for the yearning folk of singer-songwriter Andrea Silva. Originally from Bogota, Colombia, the songstress made the move to LA three years ago. "The Fall" is a song about a failing relationship and encapsulates...
Moonboy Inc. – “Postcards From The Moon”
Moonboy Inc. believes there's beauty in simplicity, evident in his new jam, "Postcards From The Moon." His latest offering mixes a lively piano riff with repetitive, catchy vocals. About the song, Moonboy says, "The idea for 'Postcards from the Moon' is planted in...
Magnolian – “The Bride & The Bachelor”
Mongolian act Magnolian has a beautiful folk song on his hands with "The Bride & The Bachelor." The song begins with a familiar folk guitar riff before culminating in a triumphant melody that's inspired by traditional Mongolian praise songs. Yup, that's a...
Teagre – “Closer”
Paris synthpop duo Teagre create funky electronica chock full of groovy soul. "Closer" is their latest jam featuring 80s-style synthwork and a sensual baritone voice - think Daft Punk meets Luther Vandross. "Closer" is a part of the duo's first LP - check it out...
Gringo Star – “Get Closer”
Psychedelic alternafuzz act Gringo Star recently released a fresh new album, The Sides And In Between. Their single "Get Closer" made its way into our inbox and subsequently melted our faces off. These Atlantans craft jaunty indie rock songs full of smooth, swirly...
Gleneagle – “I Need Something Now”
Gleneagle is a quartet from British Colombia making indie rock/alt-country with a peppy and urgent flavor. "I Need Something Now" is a rallying cry reminiscent of other great Canadian alt-rockers, combining a driving drum beat with twinkling, overdriven guitars. Fans...
Colouring – “About You”
London's Colouring have us grooving to their new jam "About You." This batch of brits ride a fine line between straight-up-pop and moody electronica. They feature soaring falsetto vocals over an evocative electronic soundscape consisting of post-dubstep bass and lush...
De La Soul – and the Anonymous Nobody…
It isn't easy being De La Soul. Almost from the start, the struggle has been real for the Long Island trio: instead of enjoying immediate cultural impact of their debut album Three Feet High And Rising and it's idiosyncratic and irreverently funny explorations of hip...
Phillip Bixby – “Favor 2.0” (feat. Monica)
Armed with a voice that cuts you to your core, and subject matter that will have you on your knees, Miami's Philip Brexby is making genre-bending R&B. Though the former pastor heavily influenced by faith and gospel music, Bixby's modern pop and electronic sounds...
Grace Joyner – “Dreams”
From out the shadows of indie pop comes Miss Joyner, a woman whose dusky voice matches her rather reflective, feminine appearance and demeanor. Grace Joyner and her crew (background vocalist and keyboardist Camille Lucy Rhoden, background vocalist and bassist Dan...
First Dates – “Melville’s Theme”
Atmospheric duo First Dates got us feeling swimmy with their vibey instrumental track, "Melville's Theme." The song ebbs and flows, rolling over you like a storm billowing in from the horizon. The duo creates songs like two people on their first date - allow feelings...
The Landing – “Stars In Motion”
The Landing creates infectious space pop from his bedroom studio in Brooklyn. He combines infectious synth-pop with a classically trained ear for orchestration and an insatiable curiosity for the cosmos. His sound is eclectic, eccentric, and funky - both earthy and...
Villa Nah – “Love Chance”
Finnish synth duo Villa Nah is back after a five-year hiatus with a new jam. "Love Chance" is the dreamy second single from their upcoming second album, Ultima. Villa Nah's distinctive sound is best described as ageless synth-pop, heavily influenced by the 1980s and...
EXES – “Like You”
EXES is a duo from Venice Beach who won us over with their personal brand of whimsically romantic electronica. "Like You” is their latest single, equipped with a lurching beat, hypnotic vocals, and cheeky lyrics. About the track, they said, "Although the subject...
HVNNIBVL Drops New Single
Twenty-year-old singer/producer and University at Buffalo student HVNNIBVL makes infectious dance music with pop-leaning vocals. Having released his maximalist track, “Lose," for the heralded production collective Hegemon, the artist is set to debut his newest track,...
Super American Grows Up in New Video
One of our favorite pseudo pop bands, Super American, revealed yesterday their new single and video for "Sloppy Jazz." The track is much what we have come to expect from lead singer Matt Cox' holdings - literate story telling with a touch of "Wait, what? I don't...
Jouska – “Marcel”
Albany-based ghost rock quartet, Jouska, have slowly begun rotating into Buffalo's local music scene. The band has an upcoming show on September 10th with Super American and Cooler in support of their yet-to-be released Topiary. "Marcel" is the lead single off of the...
Villa Nah – “Love Chance”
Finnish electro pop duo Villa Nah is back after a rather long 5-year hiatus and are gifting us their latest treat, "Love Chance." The single, a showcase off their upcoming album Ultima, is delightfully spacey and is like a relaxing swim with your imagination on full...
Safe Search – Hobby
Here at buffaBLOG, we love it when a release takes us by surprise. With so much of our time spent keeping tabs on forthcoming releases and projects that *are* on our radar, it is to be expected that some things slip through the cracks. So when something impressive...
Amber Arcades – “Turning Light”
Amber Arcades is the moniker of Dutch-born musician Annelotte de Graaf. "Turning Light" is a shimmering slice of blippy chilltronica that we've been vibing with. Arcades' haunting melodies and quality songwriting landed her a coveted support slot for a tour with Nada...
John Alcabean – “Fire”
Danish post-punk act John Alcabean are here with an indie rock scorcher - "Fire." The trio crafts noisy, meloncholy urgency through their massive drum sound, soaring vocals, and powerhouse guitars. Their songs are anthemic like 1990s alternative-rock and excitingly...
The Vivians – “Divided We Stand”
London punx The Vivians just released a self-titled 10th anniversary album, complete with a new music video for "Divided We Stand." Their sound is raucous and dancy, reminiscent of the early aughts in a gnarly dancepunk fashion. The video for "Divided We Stand" caught...
BESTMAN – “Big Sky”
Synth-pop mastermind BESTMAN is here with "Big Sky," a riotous, 80s flavored jam. As the fleeting days of summer tick away, "Big Sky" is here to remind us that it's not actually over. Imagine his electronica blazing like an unruly bonfire on the beach as you drive...
Dream Cities – “Requiem For Brunch”
Dream Cities is a progressive-ish act from Sydney, Australia. The trio's schtick revolves around a frenetic, hypnotic musical experience, mixing live improvised jams with samples from diverse musical genres. "Requiem For Brunch" is like nothing we've ever heard - a...
Bangbang – “Grabbed”
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...