MNYNMS (pronounced many names) sent over the synth-driven “DENIAL” and we loved it as soon as it hit our speakers. The trio, more specifically Jessica Wahlquist, Lacey Youngblood, and J.Childs, came together organically through a shared energy that seemed unparalleled by many of their peers. Either way, we think this gauzy electronica number is irresistible, check it out below. MNYNMS is offering “DENIAL” for free here.
All of the shoegaze fans out there are going to love this new jam from UK quartet Softer Still. “Wishing Well” is a blissed out, 80s-tinged shoegaze song a la Slowdive, The Cure, or DIIV. Twinkling guitars and reverb-drenched vocals propel this gentle track forth in a way that is sure to please any fan of dream pop. Add it to your Spotify playlist if you dig the dreamy vibes.
The story of Cold Media’s inception is just about as wholesome as they come. Band members Matt Prodanovich, Addison Smith, and Kyle Cochran started their musical journey together after meeting in songwriting class, and formed a bond crafting feel-good indie pop. The recent college grads released their debut EP on April 22nd, preceded by debut single “Past Life.” This single showcases the trio’s love of analog synth with energetic moog synthesizer, along with anthemic group vocals, pulsing drum beats, and groove-filled bass and rhythm guitar lines to cement it all together. The track is a wave of synthpop-fueled positivity with a dash of disco flare, guaranteed to make you move. Find more where that came from of the band’s self titled EP. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/315605569″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
In thick fog of blossoming synths, sharp drum beats, and melodically robotic vocals, producer Zach Schimpf depicts the impending present tense in recent single “The Future Is Shiny.” The St. Louis native found his start at the early age of 13 after being gifted his first audio recorder, and since then has dabbled in a multitude of bands, projects, and songwriting endeavors. Now the electronic soundscaper has honed his sound, culminating years of audio experience in his upcoming seventh full length release. If Schimpf’s futuristic configurations are right up your alley, head over to soundcloud for more juicy content. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/321687615″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
One would think with a name like The Fox Sisters, the group would be a family affair. Ironically though, The Fox Sisters are not a group of sisters, but seven guys playing ‘60s style R&B out of Rochester, NY. The song serves as the A-side, with the track “Yeah Yeah” on the B-side. The song carries elements from ‘60s rock & roll music like Phil Marshall’s bouncy guitar riffs, supported by Patrick McNally’s upbeat vocals. The song also dips into R&B with the incorporation of the alto saxophone, which comes in strong during a solo towards the end of the song. Check out “Stuck On You” below. Stuck On You by The Fox Sisters
Maryland based-Dulio formulates an opus for lost souls in his latest track “Little Yellow Silver.” The brainchild of songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mike Toohey, Dulio’s new single conjures a likeness to an edgier Jack Antonoff-as-Bleachers. It masters radiating synths, moody vocals, and protagonistic guitar lines that give a nod to Toohey’s pop-punk past. The track lyrically ventures into self-deprecating territory, while managing to hold onto a glimmer of hope at the end of the chorus with “But if I just can’t follow through / Would you promise that I still have you.” Find more like “Little Yellow Silver” on Dulio’s recently released self-titled EP, available on cassette via Prince George Records. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/317121611″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Fresh off the release of his Baby New Year’s EP, Jazz Ingram brings the heat with his new single “Mr. Krabs.” Originally from Rochester, NY, Ingram is currently based out of Atlanta, GA. The single is a change from the EP as Ingram speeds it up and goes away from a laid-back style of rap. Benny the Jet brings a heavy bass and rapid snare to the trap beat to back Ingram’s speedy verses. The song title refers to Mr. Krabs from SpongeBob SquarePants, who has an affinity to money like Ingram describes throughout the track. The song breaks down with a slowly sung autotuned part by Ingram. Check out the video for “Mr. Krabs” below.
There’s not much to say about Sonny Baker that hadn’t already been said. The Buffalo musician has been a staple of the local scene for over a decade now, having had associations with more musical acts than I can count on one hand. Between full-band freak outs and introspective singer-songwriter pieces–and everything in between–Baker’s musical resume is impressive for a man only just nearing his 30s, and he just keeps churning it out. Baker’s latest release Easier, a collaborative effort with Chris Groves (Fourem, Applennium) follows suit with his 2015 full-band EP Flesh it Out in that the songs seem to widen the gap between what would otherwise be considered Sonny’s “solo material.” Groves’ role in the batch of songs is as integral as it is backgrounded, providing multi-instrumental support on most of the tracks that propels the music beyond the boundary of a typical singer-songwriter affair. Groves also recorded[...]
“Midnight Rendez-Vous” has been described as “a dark ballad for the unloved” and we couldn’t agree more. The brainchild of Canadian producer Das Mörtal, “Midnight Rendez-Vous” has the familiar thump of an electronica song with a dark and gloomy twist. It’s truly brought to life via vocalist French Fox and his irresistible goth-on-the-dancefloor lyrics. Add it to your Spotify playlist if you’re feeling froggy.
Pray For Sound in an instrumental post-rock project spearheaded by mastermind Bruce Malley. They sent us over their new video for “Everywhere, Everywhere” and we liked it enough to suggest it to our loyal followers. As with any instrumental project, it’s best to let the music speak for itself, but fans of Explosions in the Sky, Sigur Ros, or even ambient pop rock bands a la The Dangerous Summer might will like this one. Check out the video below.
Have you ever been standing awkwardly at a party, so awkwardly that you don’t even know what do do with your hands? Well, we’ve discovered the perfect song for you! “Things To Do With Your Hands At Parties” by Talk Less Say More is perfect art pop for 2017, combining infectious electronics, slap bass, and a charming British accent. Fans of Kate Bush, Talk Talk, or Tears for Fears will dig this one. Check them out on Bandcamp too.
The genre defying anthem “Now” drifted into our inbox recently and we’ve been jamming on it ever since. “Now” comes from Grace Mitchell, a 19-year-old iconoclast from Portland. She combines lilting piano-driven verses with more aggressive guitar-driven choruses for a sound all her own. Fans of Florence and the Machine, Feist, or Yeah Yeah Yeahs will dig this one. Check out Grace’s Tumblr while you’re at it.
College rock project Hush Machine by the hand of Kansas’ Sam Boatright comes wafting through the haze in his latest track “Batter Up.” Hush Machine finds its origins in 2013 when in Boatright’s final years of high school. Through waves of fuzzy vocals, meandering guitar lines, and a supportive bass counterpart, Boatright muses over youthful indiscretions through the use of baseball analogies in “Batter Up”. All this with a sun-soaked tint of summers past where there were minimal worries and nothing but time. This track comes from Hush Machine’s self-titled album recently released by Jigsaw Records on April 21st. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/317129083″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Eirik Glambek Bøe’s solo project Kommode opens up shimmering doors of jazz, pop, and new wave in his new track “Fight or Flight or Dance All Night.” A striking electronic/analog hybrid, the track incorporates an array of synths, funk bass, trumpet, and methodical guitar to drive home a unique, toe-tapping sound. He manages to place and grow instrumentation in such a way that the song becomes a journey. Kommode’s upcoming album Analog Dance Music is set for digital release on August 18th, but until then there’s plenty to uncover in “Fight or Flight or Dance All Night” while we ride out the wait. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/319592936″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
Stretching his limbs after a brief haitus, Beshken introduces his new project For Time is the Longest Distance Between Two People with the release of the single “The Roman Call.” After experiencing every artist’s worst nightmare in which all of his recordings, hard drive, and lyric journal, among other valuables, were stolen, Ben Shirken made a conscious effort to look at the experience in a positive light, which he then channeled into his latest work. This is the first project that features Beshken’s vocals on all tracks, revealing a further layer of vulnerability as well as ability to adapt. “The Roman Call” is a vivacious mix of dreamy piano lines, groove-laden bass, sharp electronic elements, and serene vocals. With years of hard work lost forever, the only place to go was up, and up Beshken went. Take in his sunny ray of hope below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/319896565″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true”[...]