This latest banger from Swedish act Niva has us bobbing our heads. “Sudden Changes” is a hush-hush take on electronica chillwave – pairing ethereal synth work with mysterious vocals and plenty of bleeps and bloops to keep your ears entertained. Put this one on a long evening drive and bliss out to these fine Swedish soundscapes.
Aussie-born, LA-based duo, Death Bells, flex their post-punk muscles in the video for their new single, “Around the Bend.” The song reflects on feelings of stagnation founding band members William Canning and Remy Veselis had when they decided to pack it up and move to Los Angeles for new opportunities. The track is packed with a driving drumbeat, thoughtful chords and a chorus that will echo in your ears for days. If you need a change in your life, watch the visuals below and let “Around the Bend” be your sonic catalyst.
Electro-pop trio, Cannons, release the iridescent new video for their single, “Talk Talk.” This sultry number is lead by dreamy vocalist, Michelle Joy, over a catchy and fizzy beat courtesy of guitarist, Ryan Clapman, and drummer-keyboardist-bassist, Paul Davis, that will tickle your ears. It’s a fantastic mix of 70’s grooves and 80’s electro-funk unique to this LA-based act. Check it out and boogie down below. For more Cannons, check out their SoundCloud here and be on the lookout for their new LP, Shadows, out July 12th.
Get ready for some melodic alt-rock goodness with “I Belong Beside You,” the new single from Columbus, Ohio singer-songwriter, Rees Finley. This track will hold you from start to finish with a sunny melody intertwined with killer riffs, dancy drums and Finley’s electric vocals. It’s the first single off the promising crooner’s new album, A Tale Told by an Idiot, and boy is it a good one. Hear it for yourself below. For more Rees Finley and to stream A Tale Told by an Idiot, visit his official site and Spotify here.
Swedish indie-pop duo, They Owe Us, schools us in the visuals for their hypnotic new dance single, “Don’t Think About Me.” Off their debut album, Broken English & Sad Serenades, duel singers, Rane and Kris, borrow from their own experiences as grade school outcasts to set the visual backdrop. They surround their scintillating vocals with bassy percussions and featherweight flutes for a track you’ve got to hear. Watch the video below. Broken English & Sad Serenades is out now. Check it out on the group’s official site here or Spotify here.
“Earth weighing you down? Take an intergalactic trip with the latest effort from Rochester’s very own Maybird. Things I Remember From Earth, the band’s first release since 2017’s ‘Unraveling’, which had The Black Keys’ drummer, Patrick Carney, at the producing helm, sends the listener on an upward trajectory that happens to be highly infused with technicolor, rock n roll riffs, and dance grooves. The second track, “To You,” and the first dosage of pop melodies on the album, displays a pleasant view of hedonism. Or better, what to do to reach a person who has become wrapped up in the world of pleasures. The vocal’s plead in a soft voice to “Stick around a little bit longer/Mix it up a little bit stronger/ This is the best I ca do to get through to you.” The sentiment becomes reinforced with high end back up vocals reminiscent of Motown, and then[...]
Marella is a self-taught guitarist, pianist, and drummer whose been trying his hand at indie pop. We were charmed by his latest single, “YOWIE” – a lighthearted indie pop jam about happy summer vibes. This one is pop centric but with classic, lo-fi vibes. Marella has an uncanny way of adding interesting elements to an otherwise straightforward song – check it out below.
There is nothing better than some infectious, Swedish pop to get your day going. We’re absolutely glued to “Say Ooh La La” by mysterious artist LD Donovan. The juxtaposition of an inescapable “Ooh La La” motif with ear worm instrumentals makes for pure electropop enjoyment – check it out via the widget below and see what we’re talking about.
Faux Canada is a SF-based indie pop band whose “Stockton” grabbed our attention. The group is heavily inspired by the early 00s (and also 90s shoegaze and grunge) and that all comes out on this peppy single. Full of upbeat riffage, bouncing basslines, and relatable lyrics, “Stockton” is a good time all the way through for any indie rocker – turns out we’re all just “shitty kids from shitty cities” after all!
Lately, we’ve been digging the ethereal indie rock from Austin singer/songwriter Tiny Dolphin. We recommend starting with “Come Apart,” a piano and synth driven banger that brings to mind other reverb-soaked crooners like Coldplay, Copeland, or Tame Impala. Fans of pop, rock, electronica, or acoustic music will all find something to like in Tiny Dolphin’s offerings – check it out via the widget below.
Washington, DC act Mystery Friends are a dancy indie pop band whose “See Right Through” caught our ears. Their latest offering, “See Right Through,” pairs powerful vocals with buzzy synth tones and plunky guitars and bass. This one is sure to get your head bobbing – fans of Alvvays, Charly Bliss, or CHVRCHES will dig Mystery Friends’ vibes. Past & Future Self by Mystery Friends
New Zealand punk rockers, Miss June, go hard in the visuals for their wildly melodic party anthem, “Best Girl.” Fronted by singer/guitarist, Annabel Liddel, the Kiwi Courtney Love commands the track with an irresistible and fun chorus that will make you want to do a keg stand. If you need a dynamite track that explodes like a party favor (and who doesn’t?), watch the video below. For more Miss June, visit their Bandcamp here.
Nerdiest or coolest band name ever? Either way, “Wizard Daughter” from Brooklyn act Teen Girl Scientist Monthly is a fun indie-jangle jam set off by delightfully squiggly keyboard accents. If you like what you hear via the widget below, be sure to swing over to their Bandcamp page – they just came out with a new album. Fans of The Pains of Being Pure at Heart, Motion City Soundtrack, or Diet Cig will dig this one.
If you are looking for a rowdy aural pick-me-up, check out the latest from UK funk-punkers The Bugles. “Give Up” is an absolute rager, pairing nimble basslines with ska-flavored guitar upstrokes and a distinct UK vibe. Fans of Kasabian, Bloc Party, or Vampire Weekend will find something to like here. Be sure to add it to your Spotify playlist.
Harlan is the moniker of TN native Harlan Hutton. We’re smitten with her latest offering, “Fingertips;” it’s full of thick chorus-laden guitars and lilting vocals from the promising 21 year old. Her new self-titled album is available now (check it out on Bandcamp) – be sure to get acquainted with “Fingertips” if you’re already a fan of TOPS, Alvvays, or Crumb