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Fenech-Soler – “Kaleidoscope”

October 7, 2016

London duo Fenech-Soler have a snappy new song on their hands with “Kaleidoscope.” Brothers Ben and Ross Duffy are the creative masterminds behind Fenech-Soler, combining sunny synth instrumentals with a peppy drumbeat and pop-minded vocals. “Kaleidoscope” is an ode to true love and would appeal to fans of DNCE, The Chainsmokers, or Pharrell. If you dig “Kaleidoscope,” you can purchase it here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/282875824″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

No Middle Name – “Fading Photo”

October 7, 2016

No Middle Name is a.k.a. David Bailey who is creating just about the most pleasant indie rock we’ve ever heard. His style brings to mind Whitest Boy Alive, Sea Wolf, or Say Hi. We recommend his latest jam, “Fading Photo,” which comes with an equally pleasant music video. It also features some impressive choreography – def worth a watch. If you want to learn more about No Middle Name, check out his Tumblr.

Rod Ladgrove – “Home Is Just A State Of Mind”

October 7, 2016

Australian folkster Rod Ladgrove hit us hard with the emotive vibes in “Home Is Just A State Of Mind.” Coupled with a scenic music video, Rod’s gentle crooning and simmering instrumentals give the song a deep, introspective vibe, almost to the point of being meditative. Fans of M. Ward, The Antlers, or Elliott Smith would love this jam. Rod has had over two million spins on Spotify this calendar year – give him some more love here.

Hypoluxo – If Language

October 7, 2016

Drawing inspiration from bands like Beach Fossils, DIIV, and Told Slant, it isn’t difficult to figure out the hometown of new Broken Circles signees Hypoluxo. Further building on “that Brooklyn sound,” Hypoluxo’s new record, If Language, takes atmospheric dream pop and jangly post-punk guitar work to the next level with Sam Cogen’s captivating baritone. Comparisons to Matt Berninger are obvious; however, Hypoluxo prove themselves to be much more than “what it’d sound like if that guy from the National sang for Beach Fossils.” On first listen, songs like “Winter” and “Name Game” drift and lilt along as soundtracks to sleepy, freezing days indoors, while quicker paced songs such as the single “Directions” and album opener “Fronts” seem to hazily speed by like a cannabis-fueled summer road trip. What’s special about these moods, though, is their malleability. While those tracks appear as such at surface level, the band’s penchant for both[...]

Bon Iver – 22, A Million

October 6, 2016

In 2012, Justin Vernon announced he was putting his musical brainchild, the beloved and acclaimed Bon Iver, to rest on an indefinite hiatus. In the years since, he has been essentially in hiding. There were occasional collaborative efforts with the likes of Kanye West and James Blake, a blues-rock record with The Shouting Matches, and other odd appearances. Now, the silence has been officially broken with Bon Iver’s third record, 22, A Million, a huge leap forward both sonically and creatively for his group. For many die hard fans, the first listen through may be quite jarring, and feel as if Vernon has lost his mind. In some ways, he has. There are many similarities between the events that led to his debut For Emma, Forever Ago, and what led to this new record. The world had broken him down, and he retreated inward. Out of the anxiety and depression[...]

SLØTFACE – “Bright Lights”

October 5, 2016

Norwegian quartet SLØTFACE caught our ears with the impossibly catchy “Bright Lights” Fans of Bully, Interpol, Death Cab For Cutie, or a perfect combination of all three would dig SLØTFACE – “Bright Lights” combines a calculated, spiraling riff with a pulsating bassline and signature female vocals. Lyrical highlight: “There are about five people I can sit this close to.” SLØTFACE has an impressive catalog – check it all out here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283604523″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Glass Spells – “Without Your Laws”

October 5, 2016

SOCO recently spit out a gnarly band known otherwise as Glass Spells. “Without Your Laws” is a dirty little number that emphasizes an extremely funky bass line and the anarchical sprechgesang of their vocalists. GS’s punk/funk is raucous and fun, reminiscent of Metz, Screaming Females, or Mallwalkers. Pump your fists while you jam out to “Without Your Laws” below. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/278739986″ params=”auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false&visual=true” width=”100%” height=”450″ iframe=”true” /]

Promises Ltd. – “Days of Lavender (Gigamesh Remix)”

October 5, 2016

Promises Ltd. is the creative union ofJeremy Malvin from Chrome Sparks and Charlie Brand from Miniature Tigers. Their side-project specializes in whirly electronica tunes. Gigamesh offered his hand at a remix and we’ve been jiving on it all day. Fans of Holy Ghost or Cut Copy will dig this one. If you’re into this remix of “Days of Lavender,” download it for free here. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/283148352″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]

Father Glamor Drops New Album Bird Child

October 5, 2016

Bird Child, the debut album of Buffalo producer Father Glamor offers a wide array of emotive, synth-driven instrumentals that range from ambient to more pop leaning arrangements. The hook heavy “PFTRLN” leads the release off as a buoyant melody sits atop frenetic percussion. Beginning with a groove laden synth melody, “I Keep Hallucinating Bugs” builds to a mid tempo jam with an infectious, evolving rhythm. The latter portion of the album explores interesting synth textures as the producer delivers a notably cinematic synth atmosphere on tracks like “Expanse,” “Pit,” and “Forest Survey.” Whether by focusing on interesting textures or strong rhythmic elements, the tracks on Bird Child make for a thoughtful listen by way of the producer’s ability to create strong melodies consistently throughout the album. Listen to Bird Child below.

Dreemy Sinatra – “Money Up” Ft Nell

October 4, 2016

Armed with a beat that prime Lil Wayne would love to take on, Maryland’s Deshon Hodges aka Dreemy Sinatra has a sound ripe with commercial appeal and the lyricism of a true wordsmith. “Money Up” begins with an epic build into a rich beat that mashes Mannie Fresh with Hit-Boy. Sinatra’s flow is on display with creative rhyme schemes (“Whispered when we had change but they holler since we got a dollar”), and the charismatic Nell comes through with a great feature, rich with energy and floetry. “Money Up” comes off of Hodges’ The G.O.A.T. EP, give it a listen below.

Hundred Plus Club – For You

October 3, 2016

Hundred Plus Club is an impressive group that shred something similar to Tokyo Police Club and Dinosaur Bones. For You, their newest six-song effort, is a glorious scientific approach to solid indie rock that will make you want to see them live. The first track, “Reversed” starts off with post-punk distorted guitar chords. Then, the whole band kicks in  with deliberate fashion – the song is very urgent despite sufficient reverb. “But I never know what you’re think of, what you’re thinking on,” tells the sad story of relatable anxiety. The verses are stuffed with full-sounding guitar chord strums. The chorus’ guitars bounce excitingly between the phones. There’s one last flourish before the song ends as timely as it began. “Entropy” is more bass-y than the first song – a lush electric bassline pulls the listener in. These boys remain just as urgent. The middled guitar manages your interest in[...]

Sh3llz – “Live on Stage”

October 3, 2016

Detroit’s Sh3llz speaks from a real perspective. “Live on Stage” is a composed relaying of his experience and wisdom from living in the Endless Struggle of his home city.  Over a classic, soulful beat, Sh3llz lets us enter his matrix; “All the flashy n*ggas die with holes in their brain, or they’re locked in the cell still bearing the chain.” He flips his flow around as he talks about his vices, aspirations, environment and more. “Live on Stage” is the first track off of Endless Struggle, listen to it below. Endless Struggle by Sh3llz

Lake South – “Renters”

October 2, 2016

We’re digging the gentle synth pop of “Renters” by Auckland act Lake South. About the song, Lake says, “‘Renters’ is a love song. It’s about loving the place you call home, about realising the connection you have to the place you grew up in, and respecting those who let you have this connection. It’s about the people who make a city worth living in.” Well said, Lake. Fans of Washed Out, Porches, or tricked-out bicycles will enjoy the music vid for “Renters.” Keep your eyes open – Lake South’s album is due out in March of next year.

pierre XO – “Disappear”

October 2, 2016

Pierre XO is a self-taught artist, painter, model, musician, multi-instrumentalist, and producer. Pierre should probably add “music video star” to that already impressive resume. In the video, Pierre stumbles around a practice space in a destructive mood. It’s a perfect compliment to the goth-tinged synth pop of “Disappear.” Check out “Disappear” via iTunes.

Cityman – “Hold On”

October 2, 2016

Cityman‘s “Hold On” is a continuation of their already successful pop electronica. Their debut album combines 80s synth-pop with strong and melodic pop songwriting. His signature Scandinavian touch is the cherry on top. Fans of Holy Ghost and Classixx will dig Cityman’s vibes. “Hold On” is out now via Solina Records. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/280443248″ params=”color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]