Arkivist – “Seeing Stars”
Melding straight-up pop aesthetics with an indie rock flavors, Arkivist got our attention with their debut single, "Seeing Stars." Formed in the rainy winter woods of the northwest, the trio decided to utilize the vocal talents of all three members while exploring new...
Passed Out Share New Single Off Forthcoming EP
Passed Out is the aggressive hat that lead singer Andy Pothier wears when penning frustrated call-out anthems. The Buffalo-based songwriter has been an integral part of the area's growing scene, regularly playing the circuit with his folk-y introspective solo jams as...
The Lamaas – “Bum Lyfe”
The Lamaas are a three piece skate punk band from the West Side of Toronto. They recently recorded and released a six-song EP, affectionately titled Bum Lyfe. We think you should start with the title track - we dug it for its balls-to-the-wall approach and...
Mateo Katsu – “A Special Plan”
"A Special Plan" was written and recorded 12 years ago, but Mateo Katsu thankfully brought it out of obscurity and into our inbox. "A Special Plan" is a part of Mateo's new(ish) EP, White Men Don't Name Their Babies Jesus, full of deliciously lighthearted, lo-fi jams...
SUMif – “Lay Down”
We've been really digging electropop songstress SUMif's sparkly new song, "Lay Down." When the song begins, it sounds both minimalist and layered, pairing SUMif's pleasant vocal delivery with a skittering drum rhythm. "Lay Down" eventually evolves into quite the...
Work Drugs – “Method Acting”
Smooth-fi act Work Drugs recently debuted the title track from their upcoming release, Method Acting. "Method Acting" is swimmy, beachy, and vintage-sounding, bringing to mind the synthy guitar-pop of the 1980s. Fans of Holy Ghost, Miami Horror, or Tears for Fears...
Brat’ya – Call Me
Lovers of layered vintage synths, naked emotion, and neon soundscapes will find much joy on our Album Of The Week, Brat'ya's debut five song EP Call Me. The brainchild of Buffalo by way of Azerbaijani electronica artist Alek Ogadzhanov, Brat'ya combines the...
The Paper Faces – “Mistaken”
After a much-deserved hiatus, Swedish indie pop band The Paper Faces is back with some new tunes. They shot us the video for "Mistaken," and we were very pleased. Their brand of pop is simple, crisp, and easily digestible. The video features a bunch of beachy girls...
Mr. Witch – “Feelin Fine” ft. Devin Lucien & Akira the Don
With an awesome stereo mix, dance-y trap production, and ferocious rapping, Mr. Witch's "Feelin Fine" concoction has got your ears covered. Devin Lucien and Akira the Don contribute vocals to the evolving beat. The front half of the track is a culmination of energy,...
CHALK – “Together”
CHALK are a London based indie/electronica band formed last year. Having played as separate singer-songwriters for some time, the duo decided to join forces, drop the acoustic guitars, and pick up some synths. CHALK takes an upbeat approach to electronica, using...
Ghost King – “Till You Belong To Me”
Muddy fuzz rockers Ghost King hail from The Bronx and are led by Spires' drummer Carter McNeil. Their fuzzy brand of 90s rock is brightened up by unexpected chord changes, psychedelic overtones, and lo-fi production that Fans of Pavement, The Pixies, or Violent Femmes...
Head North Releases New Music Video for “God (Bring It Back)”
Buffalo cosmic rockers Head North are back with a new video for their quasi-folk song, "God (Bring It Back)." The song seems like a true departure from their previous efforts, with frontman Brent J. Martone's classic emo slur serving as a lone reminder of what the...
Lenno – “Some Lovin'”
Finnish producer Lenno hit us up with "Some Lovin'" and we've been lovin' on it. Lenno's use of rolling bass lines and glittering synths helps him navigate the balance between club banger and radio pop gem. Fans of pop/electropop a la The Knocks, Madeon, or Oliver...
Exit Glaciers – “Silence Has Left”
Exit Glaciers are a female-fronted indie rock act from Texas, but their band name and music are more reminiscent of the frigid landscapes of Alaska (which is telling, as their name and sound were developed there). Their new EP Debris features the song "Silence Has...
KOWL – “Struggle Pt. 1”
Australian producer KOWL, AKA Cal Young, branched out on his own to develop his personal brand of pop. KOWL combines the creativity of hardware and select sound formats and melds them together with a true, pop sensibility. Imagine driving down a highway in a vintage...
Rudy & The Dunk Reactions – “Believe”
Realistically, Rudy & The Dunk Reactions' new video could go viral on its own, sans his catchy brand of funk pop. Rudy is actually a producer from Seattle, and his video for "Believe" is full of charming, dancing animals. Do we really need to say anymore? We must...
Pusher – “Tell You (feat. Hunnah)”
Toronto producer Pusher teamed up with vocalist Hunnah for his latest single, "Tell You." "Tell You" has some serious R&B vibes, pairing Hunnah's soulful delivery with synth tones reminiscent of pop music from the early to mid 90s. "Tell You" has a bouncy piano...
Alexa Lusader – “Paradise”
22-year-old Alexa Lusader dropped out of college a few years ago to pursue music. We're feeling her decision, as it resulted in the pulsing pop music of "Paradise." If you're feeling frisky, this is definitely the jam for you. Alexa combines some hot n' heavy lyrics...
Lauren Mann – “Make Smooth”
Lauren Mann specializes in honest and affectionate pop songwriting with a tinge of whimsy. That sentiment propels her latest album, Dearestly, out now via Wildwood. Her songs acknowledge the battle between dark and light, chronicling her years of touring and the...
Love at First Sound – “24/702”
Sin City native Love at First Sound knows the inter-city workings of his home. He touches all bases, especially early on in the somber line "Last time I been up in a church was when my friend was in a hearse." Though he talks about Vegas as a whole, LaFS brings a...
Napoleon Da Legend – “Sacrifice”
Brooklyn's Napoleon Da Legend has a captivating sense of power in his voice. With a profound flow, Napoleon takes on the timeless beat from J. Dilla's "Last Donut of the Night" on his single "Sacrifice." Napoleon's subject matter comes from someone with enough...
Mickey Valen – “Who Do You Love”
Producer Mickey Valen caught our ears with a fun collaboration with duo LYRE. The resulting track is "Who Do You Love," a groovy dance jam that addresses the identity and self-love issues underlying our 2016 culture. "Who Do You Love" is perfect for fans of DJ Snake,...
GROVES – “Swim”
LA-based act GROVES know how to appreciate the simple things in life. "Swim" is all about rejecting materialism in favor of what really matters. Blending spacey guitars, dual harmonized guitars, and upbeat vocals, the band sounds tight, polished, and ready for...
Brother Moses – “Crazy Eyes”
You know that feeling when you look at your SO and catch a glint of "crazy" in their eyes? Brother Moses does, and it's the inspiration for their new jam, "Crazy Eyes." Their music video is a good time - each band member falls victim to a wily and dreaded...
Wholewheat – “Inside & Out”
NJ solo act Wholewheat touched our hearts with his brand of 60s influenced bedroom pop. "Inside & Out" is an archetypal breakup song featuring electric drums, a lo-fi aesthetic, and Wholewheat's palpable broken heart. If you don't get the feels when you hear his...
Skytone – “Second Hand Shops”
Ottawa duo Skytone are here with "Second Hand Shops," a brand new track destined to get you dancing. Blending jangly guitars, strong surfy vibes, and hand-claps (of course), the song carries a strong pop sensibility like the big surf hits of the 60s without...
Alpha Hopper Teases Tracks from Last Chance Power Drive
It’s impossible to put Alpha Hopper in a box, and their song “Western Walk” off their upcoming album Last Chance Power Drive is no exception. It starts off sounding like a straightforward post-punk song, in the vein of your favorite band on a Killed by Death or...
Soviet X-Ray Record Club – “This Girl”
Australian quintet Soviet X-Ray Record Club recently released the first single from their forthcoming EP. "This Girl" is a shoegazy, post-summer jam full of jangly guitars, noise-rock, and walls of sound. Drenched in reverb and vaguely electronic, fans of Joy...
Mons Vi – “Want Me Too”
Mons Vi is a Brooklyn based collective spearheaded by writer Matthew Hershoff. "Want Me Too" is his latest jam, taking swimmy bedroom pop and matching it with a simple, clicky electronic drumbeat. Simply put, "Want Me Too" is a relaxed, romantic song about wanting to...
Alev Lenz – “Airport”
A live session from Alev Lenz recently made its way into our hands. Let's just say we were charmed by Lenz' strikingly honest songwriting and performance. "Airport" features fast-paced lyrics that give the song a neurotic feel (in a good way, of course!)...