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Mary And The Sharks – “I Try. I Try. I Try.”

October 3, 2026

Mary and the Sharks give a “Lana Del Rey with teeth” vibe on their latest single, “I Try. I Try. I Try.” Dramatic, sad, dark, and dripping, “I Try x3” is a beautiful single about what it means to try. Trying is hard – it’s hard when it comes to anything, and Mary & co. capture that sense of vague desperation through warbly guitars, gaussian synths, and Mary’s beautiful vocals. Check it out.   “I Try. I Try. I Try.” is embedded below – you can find it on Spotify too.    

Master Peace – “New Boyfriend”

October 3, 2026

Skanky, sexy, and honestly kinda slutty – you can’t help but love the brazen vibes on “New Boyfriend” from Master Peace (who we’ve previously featured not too long ago). “I hope you play this at your wedding,” says Peace, who is overtly asking a woman to cheat on her new boyfriend with him. Some people might get turned off by that, but it’s so shameless that you can’t help but love the chutzpah – and besides, the song itself is an absolute banger. Stanzas about shaking ass, sitting on laps, and your friends not knowing what is best for you… So relatable. And frankly, this is catchy as all-get-out and set off by Peace’s smooth and confident delivery.   Get down with this one on Spotify.   Master Peace · new boyfriend

Topic – “Follow You Down”

October 3, 2026

Germany-based DJ Topic is for sure making a run for most un-Google-able name, and with no social media to be found, we’re not 100% sure what to say about this mysterious act… But there’s some mystique associated with that, and frankly, “Follow You Down” speaks for itself; that alone is worth featuring. This indietronica song is crafted to make you move – as the summer begins to wane here, “Follow You Down” feels like an early dusk… Or the kind of song you’d still be listening to when the sun starts to rise way too early. Get ready for a tasty drop, ethereal vocals, and hooks aplenty.   “Follow You Down” can be found via the YouTube embed below, or, via Spotify.    

Swimming Sisters – “Wanna Be Right”

October 2, 2026

Have you ever wanted to listen to like 1/3 of a Shins song and have it finish up with a super cool, mathy, guitar riff? We’re gonna let Swimming Sisters’ latest speak for itself – “Wanna Be Right” starts out like a tightly-sprung folk song and quickly finishes up… At less than a minute. Cram this one on your playlist next to James Teenage Fanclub, Guided By Voices, or Belle & Sebastian.   “Wanna Be Right” is embedded below – it’s also on Spotify and Apple Music.    

PRESIDIO – “Shine of Love”

October 2, 2026

PRESIDIO are here to uplift your life with this squiggly slice of bedroom-pop bliss. “Shine of Love” has a super tight mix, pairing a springy guitar riff with beautifully executed harmonies. This is a no-frills, no-nonsense banger – bass, guitar, and drums that slide into the chorus quickly and efficiently… Now that’s just excellent songwriting.   “Shine Of Love” is available on Spotify (below) and Apple Music.  

Held – “Standby”

October 2, 2026

You gotta hand it to Held… They’ve found a way to combine gauzy guitars with dramatic synths and make it sound epic as fuck. “Standby” is our latest recommendation – a combination of melodramatic synth flair and shoegaze bombast, “Standby” is as influenced by metalcore as it is shoegaze. Their first offering in seven (7) years, “Standby” can be found on Starfalling, which is coming out on Cherub Dream Records this month.   Till then, check out “Standby” on YouTube (below), Spotify, or Apple Music.    

Vinnie Hoover – “C’est La Vie (Say Lad Eets?)”

September 29, 2026

Australia’s original schemer is back at it again with a Griselda-Down Under style snarl on this month’s single, “C’est La Vie (Say Lad Eets?)” The track title’s a bit of a misnomer – there are no real YOLO vibes here unless you spin that into a threat. Aussie rapper Vinnie Hoover’s sound is packed with menace, matching the cold, matter-of-fact boom-bap beat.  Vinnie’s verses are often dual-tracked, adding to the unsettling environment. It makes for an excellent hip hop track you can tuck into any old-school hip hop playlist. “C’est La Vie” marks the second time Hoover has graced the pages of buffaBLOG – another collab with Hommy DeVito from July was an early summer favorite of ours. If you’re interested in hearing more from Vinnie, check out his regular releases on Spotify and give our Best Underground Hip Hop of 2026 playlist a spin while you’re at it. We[...]

Do$ Du Muni – “Mon Jardin”

September 28, 2026

The natural spirit of Austin rapper Do$ Du Muni comes through with each line on his latest single, “Mon Jardin.” Do$ grabbed the title for this track from the famous French garden and home magazine, and his vivid, earthy lyricism drives home the extra-green track. Springtime horns pace the instrumental, as Do$’s allegorical verses tie the beauty, pain and growth we see in nature to what we experience in humanhood. Roots, seeds, poison ivy – line by line Do$ makes these metaphors on a track that’s best listened to outside. “Mon Jardin” appears on The Appeal 3, the latest album from Do$, released this past summer. Check it out on Spotify and while you’re there, give our Best Underground Hip Hop of 2026 playlist a listen. There’s a lot to enjoy below the surface! Do$ would agree with that.

Stoker – “IN2U”

September 27, 2026

Stoker is a Chicago-based act that falls somewhere between bedroom-folk and 90s nostalgia. Taking cues from Elliott Smith and his ilk, “IN2U” is about as 90s-coded as you can get. It’s mostly just Stoker and his acoustic guitar, a wry note ringing out here and there. Stick around for the end for a delightful change of pace, but otherwise, relish in the intimately haunting effect that a guy and his acoustic guitar can have on your psyche.   You can find “IN2U” on Spotify – we’ve embedded it below for you.  

Social Creatures – “Sea Glass”

September 27, 2026

Social Creatures is a Brooklyn-based act continuing the trend of excellent, NYC-bred music. Maybe I’m still riding the high of finishing Meet Me In The Bathroom (finally), but we really think “Sea Glass” is a banger on its own. Somewhere between sexy and neurotic, “Sea Glass” boasts a heady bassline, stabs of funky guitar, and falsetto that would make Barry Gibb rethink his disco supremacy. Once that super catchy, cowbell-laced chorus hits, you’re gonna know exactly why we featured this one.   Find “Sea Glass” on YouTube (below) or on Spotify.  

Montell2099 – “ME&YOU”

September 27, 2026

This isn’t the first time we’ve featured Montell2099. And to clarify, there haven’t been 2098 other Montells that we’ve featured on the blog. This is the one-and-only Montell2099 that we’ve featured twice now, with a wave masterpiece called “ME&YOU.” Montell2099 is the brainchild of Montell Pinny, from what we can uncover, and Pinny’s excellent production resulted in this pulsating house banger. Next time you’re in the club, put “ME&YOU” in for the DJ to spin and watch the room explode with energy.   Find “ME&YOU” on Soundcloud (below) or Spotify.   NIGHTMODE · Montell2099 – ME&YOU

Eventually Flowers – “Chasing Time”

September 27, 2026

Eventually Flowers – whether we’re discussing the long-suffering Wandering Dude in my greenhouse or simply making a metaphor for the twists and turns of life, this band embodies that bright outlook with their crispy indie pop. We recommend “Chasing Time,” which stays upbeat with downstroke guitar slams, catchy guitar leads, and subtle synth flourishes. Originally written by Janise (with help from Tom) 10 years ago (take us back to 2016, please, for the love of god), “Chasing Time” has some pre-COVID shimmer. Take a listen to what it used to feel like to still have a little bit of light left in your eyes – it’s embedded below.   Peep “Chasing Time” on Apple Music or Spotify.    

Canalss – “Chop It Off”

September 27, 2026

It hasn’t been too long since we featured our buds in Canalss… But they make the kind of biting, indie-rock-ish, lo-fi stuff that gets us going. “Chop It Off” is about chopping off your proverbial tail – even if you try to blend in, your tail will still grow back… Like a salamander tail, not a rat tail, to clarify. It’s about the search for authenticity in an increasingly inauthentic world, and the pained vocals and strained instrumentals reflect that ennui. Pile/Modest Mouse/Attic Abasement vibes within – listen at your own risk, but keep in mind that this is high risk/high reward.   Keep an eye out for Canalss’ upcoming release, What Every Girl Should Know. Till then, “Chop It Off” can also be found on Spotify.    

Sorry, Peach – “easy”

September 27, 2026

We don’t know anything about Sorry, Peach. Are they a band? Ostensibly. Are they a fruit and vegetable store? Unlikely, but possible. What we DO know is their latest single, “easy,” slaps. It’s indie rock in the vein of Soccer Mommy, Clairo, and Now, Now. Passionate vocals lilt overtop clean, but crispy guitar. It’s the kind of emotion-driven rocker that makes you stop in your own thoughts and remember what it means to feel feelings.   You, too can enjoy “easy” – try Apple Music or Spotify.    

SouthWes – “Lancelot”

September 24, 2026

Rising rapper SouthWes expertly navigates the fuzzy glitch of his new single “Lancelot,” spinning up a track best listened to at high volume. Wes has a lot of vocals in his arsenal. He can deliver lines with tenacity while also crooning with a pop autotune. All styles serve to complement the dynamic production, with that eclectic hum peppered with chipmunk vocals. The rhyme schemes are nothing to scoff at, either. He balances releasing quality hip hop tracks with staying true to his faith, and you can check out his back catalog if you’re looking to add some Christian vibes to your playlist. If you’re feeling “Lancelot” make sure you check out more from SouthWest on Spotify. While you’re there, take out Best Hip Hop of 2026 for a spin – there’s a little bit for everyone if you’re into supporting underground hip hop artists.