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Space Cowboy Newt – “haberdashery”

July 15, 2024

Emma Rose Newton is the brains behind Space Cowboy Newt (SCN herein so I don’t have to type that out). Part dreampop, part surf rock, and filled to the brim with twee, this is “haberdashery” (their latest). The best way I could describe it would be if Kylie Minogue had done a little more LSD in her heyday. Frankly, the harp adds quite a bit and I was impressed with how well it fit in with everything; this track seriously goes all over the places in the best ways and it just works. You’ll love riding the waves up and down as this is most certainly not a one dimensional pop song – you’ll find yourself in the 4th dimension before the end. Speaking to the track Newton had this to say: “‘Haberdashery’ is a gender dysphoria anthem for all the non-binary babes who haven’t quite figured out who they are.[...]

Spill, Dance, Refine – “thats not real”

July 15, 2024

The newest track from Spill, Dance, Refine  is ‘thats not real.” We last covered the band wit their 2022 single “Wide Awake” here, and turns out we’re still fans. The only information I could find was that Jeremy Gene Berghorst has composer and lyricist credits for the three singles released, and dang it, he has some gritty pipes. Combining his gruff and guttural vocals with killer doomy sounding guitar riffs, this is very much rock ‘n roll. It’s the sort of song that can bring families together; your little brother in his hair metal phase and your Uncle who l o v e s Queens of the Stone Age would find common ground here. You can hear “thats not real” down below or over on Spotify. Genuinely interested in more info about the band so, Spill, Dance, Refine, please feel free to reach out to us! Respect if you prefer[...]

Stinkus – “Falling in Love”

July 10, 2024

“Falling in Love” is the latest from Tyler Thompson, known by his stage name Stinkus, and the first follow-up after his earlier 2024 album that we reviewed here. Musically, this song is so unbelievably relaxing and as you may have guessed…very much a love song. Acoustic guitar reigns supreme here with little licks of the ‘lectric geetar, along with a no nonsense drum beat – putting this very much in the slacker rock/bedroom pop realm. Fans of Alex G or MJ Lenderman would find a lot to enjoy with “Falling in Love”, as well as Pinegrove aficionados; a one trick pony he is not! There was also another artist named in the credits, an Ocean LeClair, who I assume provided the more feminine sounding lyrics (unless Stinkus just has an insane vocal range). So I suppose if you enjoyed her parts, be sure to give her a listen too! You[...]

CATBEAR – “Rush”

July 10, 2024

UK based Zoe and Sarah, the brains behind the outfit known as CATBEAR, bring us their latest track “Rush.” Gotta say, I was digging this track right off the bat with the strong synth and drum intro that really both drive this track forward with a “party-while-your-heart-breaks” vibe (their words, not ours). The south Londoners really emit a retro feel a la Madonna’s “Material Girl,” Bananarama’s “Cruel Summer,” or a-ha’s seminal 80’s gem “Take on Me,” but with that current, 2024 era indie charm. Speaking to the track Zoe had this to say: “Rush is probably our most upbeat and enthusiastic song yet….we were focusing on the warm, carefree days of Summer, where energy is endless and you’re excited to start each day. Thinking about times we’ve felt a ‘rush’.” You can hear “Rush” down below, embedded below, because I know you’re probably too lazy to look for new music[...]

make yourself at home – “High”

July 10, 2024

The latest single from make yourself at home is “High.” While we weren’t able to find out a lot about the band, we still enjoy what this Nashville quartet is creating. The track itself is noisy, yet surprisingly subdued (if that makes sense), falling somewhere between Midwest emo, shoegaze, and slacker rock. MYAT switches between bashing away at their guitars with distortion turned up to 11 to more thoughtful pickings with the distortion still at 11. This is shoegaze-y music at it’s finest and worth a listen if you’re a fan bands like Total Wife or They are Gutting a Body of Water. Fans of newcomers feeble little horse would also find a lot to enjoy here, especially if you’re a big noise queen. You can hear the track on the band’s Bandcamp or check it out over on Spotify. Be sure to add it to your playlist of choice[...]

bigfish – “Matchstick Man”

July 7, 2024

“Matchstick Man” is one letter away from Matchstick Men, the 2003 Nicholas Cage helmed black comedy, but more importantly, is the latest single from bigfish. This is off of their Punchlines EP and leans more to the “alt” side of their country alt-rock persona. I’m very selective about what sort of country music I listen to and was initially hesitant, but was won over very quickly and thoroughly enjoyed the track. The gentle guitar intro crescendos into feedback phuzz and then backing off gave me Midwest emo vibes in the vein of Alex G or American Football. The doleful lyrics really resonated with me, written as a love song about “a man who can’t deal with the dissonance between the depth of his love for his significant other and his lack of ambition.” I’m not sure where you can even find Matchstick Men, but “Matchstick Man” can be found on[...]

Strawflower – “Indigo”

July 7, 2024

Strawflower is a four piece from LA and “Indigo” is the latest single from their debut full length, Greetings from the Stardust Motel. Describing themselves as “surf rock and psychedelic pop” immediately intrigued me, and the guitar intro hooked right off the start. The band quickly establishes a rollickin’ swagger with a sick bass line underpinning the guitar picking. Vocals are very California – effortlessly cool while being chill as fuck (all the while singing about a so-called “tumultuous relationship”). I’d love to make a Beach Boys pun, because of the California connection but that’s not me, wouldn’t it be nice though? (sorry, that’s two) In all seriousness though, fans of pop of any sort would find a lot to enjoy here. The rest of the album is quite a treat with a lot of different influences in play, including some country bops. Listeners who enjoy Tame Impala, King Gizzard[...]

Shady Cove – “Passenger”

July 4, 2024

Portland based indie band Shady Cove, made up of Sarah Rose, Sarah Nienaber, and recent addition at drums Devon Shirley. “Passenger” is their latest track and damn it gave me a hankerin’ for the PNW. Soothing as fuck, I definitely felt myself floating away with the chill picked chords and various other sounds the band sneaks in. Who I can only assume to be Sarah sings in the most soothing voice I’ve ever heard in my life and I want them to write the soundtrack to my life (mediocre movie but with a bangin’ soundtrack). Fans of the Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker sad girl aesthetic would find a lot to enjoy here, between the genuine vocals and tightly produced music. You can hear passenger below from the band’s YouTube. Looking to add a finishing touch to your sad girl indie playlist? They’re also over on Spotify. Be on the[...]

VANDALISBIN – “Bottle of Wisdom”

July 4, 2024

“Bottle of Wisdom” is the latest from German based musician VANDALISBIN, real name Helena Niederstraßer. I couldn’t find find much, but she initially started as a street artist and has since gone on to do a lot after post-secondary school -including theater and music director. “Bottle of Wisdom” showcases Niederstraßer’s vocal range; with some impressive screamo-esque yelling (no small feat). It’s not quite emo, I suppose it’s post-emo or the amorphous “indie rock” tag? Either way, t’s a very mature and well put together piece for someone in their 20’s (I know current bands that would kill to have these chops). You can hear “Bottle of Wisdom” below from YouTube over on Spotify and Soundcloud.

Madge – “Shiversucker”

July 4, 2024

I literally had no idea what “Shiversucker” was going to be about before I popped it on and I still don’t, but I love it. Madge is a nonbinary artist originally hailing from Utah and, if you listen to the track, most assuredly an ex-Mormon. This track is straight up in your face, 120% Id and takes no prisoners; the first 20 seconds summed up: “cocksucker motherfucker make it shiver, make it pucker.” I hate trying to explain a beat, but if you enjoyed DDR growing up (or still do) or find yourself at “parties” and you’re either a brat or enjoy the company of brats…this is for you. If you’re a fan of ppcocaine like I am, you’ll be right at home here. You can hear “Shiversucker” below from Madge’s Soundcloud page or save it to your sultry fuck off playlist over on Spotify. If you like what you[...]

NInajirachi x BRUX – “How Could U”

July 4, 2024

“How Could U” is the newest collab between Ninajirachi “How Could U”and BRUX, two women very much in their prime musically. While we don’t get a whole lot of EDM tracks when we hear one we like, we can’t help but share it with you! Ninajirachi, aka Nina Wilson, is based out of Australia and has been putting out tracks since she was in her teens and hasn’t stopped since. Brux is also quite accomplished and broke in with her 2020 EP and hasn’t looked back. With shows the world over and finding big fans with Rolling Stone and DJ Times, a lightweight she is not. The track itself falls under the house genre (I think?) and features some fabulous beats that will drag you into the song and make an electronic fan out of you. The lyrics are mostly atmospheric and I could try to explain everything that’s going[...]

Paper Citizen – “American Song”

July 4, 2024

“American Song” is the latest from Singaporean transplant Claire Gohst, also known as Paper Citizen. Kicked out of her home at 17 after coming out as gay, Gohst worked her way up through the Singapore music scene until she decided to take the leap to Berklee College of Music in Boston. Now in LA, she’s continuing to craft heartfelt indie tracks with much aplomb. “American Song” is an upbeat guitar forward track that is best described as pop rock and is just so gosh darn wholesome we can’t get enough. Her earnestness and joy shine through, and that’s no accident: “American Song,” “is my ode/tribute to how much I love and cherish American music, and my nostalgia for how much live music has changed over the last decade. Despite all the things we disagree on in this country, I think we can agree that America has some of the best[...]

Soot Sprite – “I Went Swimming”

June 29, 2024

Soot Sprite is both an indie group from the UK and the most unappealing Sprite flavor I’ve ever heard of… Oh, and the former has released a new track “I Went Swimming.” Describing themselves as “straddling dream pop and shoegaze, a little melancholy and a little euphoria,” I can’t say I can argue with any of that. The track centers around Elise Cook’s vocals with shoegazy layers of guitar driving things forward with the drums. Her vocal range is impressive and nails the promise of “a little melancholy and a little euphoria” ten times over. Speaking to the track, Cook had this to say: “A song about recognising a red flag in your relationship and emotionally shutting down to that person and cutting things off. Some people describe this as getting “the ick” but that feels like a trivial term. Sometimes we have to learn from our mistakes and protect[...]

CHOO CHOO – “White Pigeon”

June 29, 2024

“White Pigeon” is the latest from CHOO CHOO, a three piece out of Brooklyn and “New York City’s #1 train themed rock band.” Written around a lyric singer Erica Enriquez thought of: “…I wonder if the white pigeon thinks it’s a dove, guess I’ll keep trying, hoping that it’s enough. I thought about the romance that is associated with doves and how pigeons have a similar resemblance but are not held with the same whimsy. This song is about trying, and grinding, and faking it until you make it.” Starting off very light and whimsical, the track quickly shifts gears into some rockin’ phuzzy guitar and doesn’t let up until the end. I was drawn in by Enriquez’s strong vocal performance and, frankly the music video (it was so fun to watch)! Fans of Soccer Mommy or Snail Mail would find a lot to enjoy here, as would anyone who[...]

Human Barbie – “Wishing”

June 28, 2024

The brainchild of Christopher Leopold, Human Barbie is here to scratch all of your lo-fi bedroom pop itches with his latest single “Wishing.” We last covered Human Barbie’s “Wait” back in 2022 here and we’re still all about it. Two years doesn’t seem like a long time but you can hear Leopold’s growth; a fuller sound, patience in letting the track do the work, and upgraded production. While I can’t promise you won’t catch a bit of the melancholia listening, it’s well worth the risk – guitars and drums swirl together and take their time keeping in tune with Leopold’s soothing vocals. Fans of Alex G or Clairo would find a lot to enjoy here, especially if you’re in for a relaxing evening like I will be tonight! You can hear “Wishing” below from YouTube or over on Spotify where you can save it to your burgeoning bedroom pop playlist.[...]