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Constant Care – “Everything To Lose”

June 29, 2023

Constant Care (aka Oxford/Madrid songwriter Fergus Brady) is here to rile you up with his personal blend of indie jangle and midwestern emo flavors. Our latest recommendation is “Everything To Lose,” which finds Brady seamlessly blending the aforementioned genres with lightly crunchy guitars and impassioned vocals in tow. Fans of 90s indie-slacker stuff like Built to Spill, Dinosaur Jr., or Superchunk are gonna love this one. About the song, Fergus says: “I was coming out of a dark period in my life and the lyrics are my attempt to articulate some of the things that kept me going during that time. It’s a song that welcomes the dawning of a new morning.” You can find “Everything To Lose” on Bandcamp, Apple Music, and Spotify. Constant Care · Everything to Lose

Eva Snyder – “war”

June 29, 2023

“Massachusetts roots and Nashville based by way of San Francisco” – what a pedigree coming from singer/songwriter Eva Snyder. She caught our ears with the beautiful vibes coming from her latest single, “war.” As the first single off of her debut album seventeen, “war” is a low-key but beautifully haunting slice of electronica-laced indie pop. Bonus fact: “war” is 100% made by women from the production all the way to the master You can find “war” on Spotify or Apple Music – be sure to check out the YouTube video below.

Pagla Kid – “Stuck On The Avenue”

June 28, 2023

“Stuck On The Avenue” is an EDM song released by amorphous musical collective Pagla Kid. The production value is quite impressive; proving to be a very danceable number with tight beats and synth interspersed with lyrics you could get lost in on the dance floor or in a festival setting. Chillwave fans would enjoy this tune – I’d point you in direction of more from Pagla Kid but this is all we’ve heard so far. They promise “a musical collective with a strong intention to make music happen trough inspiring collaborations” and invite you to “Get ready to dive into the colorful world of Pagla Kid!”. All you’ll find of Pagla Kid’s presence is a WordPress page with a link to this single on Spotify. If you know anything about them or represent Pagla Kid we’d love to hear more from you. Slide into our DMs or comments!

Tamar Berk – “Drop in the Bucket”

June 28, 2023

“Drop in the Bucket” is the lead single off of Cleveland native Tamar Berk‘s upcoming album tiny injuries, out August 18th. A heartfelt, guitar-driven track about the small grievances that build up in a relationship, Tamar brings a nice mix of poppy grunge in a similar vein of Bully, Liz Phair, or Soccer Mommy. With two albums released within the past couple years that leaned more into the pop aesthetic, the rougher edge of “Drop in the Bucket” should prove that Tamar Berk isn’t a one trick pony. For me personally, artists who are open to expressing themselves in different ways while still maintaining their voice is such an awesome thing to behold and something that current fans can appreciate and maybe bring some new listeners into the fold. Be sure to check out “Drop in the Bucket” on Spotify or Bandcamp and give tiny injuries a listen on August 18th!

Derde Verde – “After The Storm”

June 28, 2023

“After the Storm” is the most recent (and final) single off of Los Angeles-based Derde Verde‘s June 16 sophomore album, Tug of War. Initially in a hiatus during the height of the pandemic, the band gave themselves a few months to put together a record and ended up in a studio and recorded their efforts on two-inch tape in mostly live takes (no small feat). Featuring meandering guitars and a folk-tinged vibe, you can certainly feel the heart and soul behind every note and word as a true labor of love. Listeners of Big Thief or Grizzly Bear would find find a lot to enjoy here, as would anyone who likes to jam out to some good ole rock ‘n roll! Be sure to check out “After the Storm” as well as the rest of Tug of War on Spotify or Band Camp and let us know what you think in the comments![...]

Paper Lady x Nebulous – “Violet”

June 26, 2023

Boston based quintet Paper Lady is one of those bands that is easy to assign a label to, but no single descriptor does them justice. Some accurate terms including but (not limited to) are “Indie,” “dream pop,” and “shoegaze.” We’ve covered them previously here and said of their single, “Starcross” that it was equal parts alt-rock and shoegaze. “Violet,” alongside collaborator Nebulous, definitely strays from the alt-rock and more so embraces a pleasant shoegaze/dream pop medley; you’ll be drawn in and haunted by singer Alli Raina’s vocals and the deliciously layered guitars and effects (be sure to stay to the end for some Björk-esque wailing). As told by the band: “[‘Violet’ was] written by our singer Alli Raina about a dream she had where a giant space woman kissed her and she subsequently knew all of the secrets of the universe. She woke up to find that it was only[...]

Roscoe Tripp – A Cage Made of Tin

June 26, 2023

On Roscoe Tripp’s upcoming offering, the five-song A Cage Made of Tin, the band dives deep into a refreshing indie rocking sound, leaning heavily into moody expressions of guitar, synth, and other ambiance. Lead singer Greg Fine has relinquished the reins of one-and-only songwriter, eschewing his lone wolf status for thoughtful collaboration among his bandmates. Fine’s often baritone drawl (when he’s not belting it out, of course) is reminiscent of M. Ward mixed with Thom Yorke, and it powers the songs found here with a mixture of sincere emotion and grit. Opening track, title track, and album highlight “A Cage Made of Tin” exists in the first slot for a reason… The band is clearly highlighting their evolving sound. Throughout the song, a mechanized drum roll keeps perfect time while the rest of RT crunches, moans, and wails their way through the song. Spindly guitar leads twist and twirl through dark[...]

Babe Rainbow – Fresh As A Head of Lettuce

June 25, 2023

Psychedelic. Permaculture-farming. Surf-cultists. These are just a few of the self-described terms that Babe Rainbow uses to self-identify, and they are a perfect encapsulation of their sun-soaked, indie-psych sound. The quartet is here with their latest EP, Fresh As A Head of Lettuce, a four-song offering that figuratively surfs the far reaches of your mind with otherworldly textures – like a self-actualizing acid trip without any of the mind-altering anxiety. In case you missed it, we’ve already featured the opening track “Super Ego” in a previous write up (that you can read here), and for good reason… The song is laced with whistle-tone synths that glide through your speakers and into your mind like a sweet and salty sea breeze. Warped vocal textures help you escape the boring realities of your life while the tasteful bassline bobs and weaves in a way that’s impossible not to inspire bodily movement. Follow[...]

Bad Lori – “happysad”

June 25, 2023

All the way from Slovenia, Bad Lori hit us with the happy/sad vibes of latest single… “happysad.” The song is a bittersweet and nostalgic track that is built around a shimmering guitar riff that will have you teetering between a sense of relaxation and that nagging yearning of better times long past. Ostensibly, Bad Lori is “bad” in the sense of being a baddie and not her/their skills as songwriters, because this one cuts straight to the bone. Fans of Now, Now; Rilo Kiley; and/or Lydia will find lots of feels to dive into here. You can find “happysad” on YouTube (below) or stream it via Spotify and Apple Music.

Aleesha Dibbs – Paradise Lost

June 25, 2023

Aleesha Dibbs might be one of the hardest-working musicians in the world… At the very least in the top 5%. Having cut her teeth in a ton of different bands, (Dive Bell, Prudence, Lorelei, Double Vision, Mvlholland, Lisa Mitchell, and Angus and Julia Stone just to name some), she’s ready to spread her wings and release her debut solo EP. She’s titled it Paradise Lost and it’s a collection of gauzy, airy, and pleasantly-haunting electropop. It’s clear that this has been a transformational experience for Aleesha – over the course of Paradise Lost, you hear an already talented musician/songwriter coming into their own. EP opener “Batallion” is a slow burn that introduces the listener to the hallmarks of Aleesha’s work – expect ethereal synth work; splashes of electronic percussion; industrial ambiance; and, of course, Aleesha’s dark and lilting vocal presence. “Batallion” has abandoned factory vibes – with its bass drum beating mechanically[...]

Madison Lucas – “Just Be Cool”

June 25, 2023

Madison Lucas is a singer/songwriter from Charlotte, North Carolina who just released the smoldering indie cut “Just Be Cool.” Her new song is hauntingly catchy and has a swelling momentum that she playfully tugs back before letting it surge again. “Just Be Cool’s” energy burns like hot coals that glow neon as Madison billows her voice over them. Madison coos, “Don’t lose your head little girl, he’s all you ever wanted” before belting out “Don’t come closer or I will scream out loud” exemplifying the playful and masterfully executed dynamic range in this jammer that is all about the rising flood of emotions and the repeated efforts to tamper them down. The song hits hot and cools off, quickens then calms all playing in the theme to great satisfaction of the listener. Fans of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Santigold, and The Kills should give this new song a listen for sure.[...]

Mermaid – “Boundaries”

June 22, 2023

Mermaid is a duo of besties, who became a band, who became lovers… And if that’s not an inspiring origin story, I’m not sure what is. Their latest offering is the bratty indie-punk jam “Boundaries,” and it’s full of enough ’90s energy to satisfy any grunge fan while staying true to 2023 aesthetics. With a sly nod to Jagged Little Pill, there’s no doubt Alanis fans will love this one (along with fans of L7, Garbage, or Veruca Salt) – but the sugary melodies and fuzzed-out background screams make it so fans of any guitar-driven music will love this tune. About the song, the duo simply says: “crush song” ‘Nuff said. Be sure to add “Boundaries” to your favorite Spotify playlist.

Rare Monk – “Missing Forever”

June 22, 2023

Portland, Oregon based act Rare Monk caught our ears with the crescendoing indie rock majesty of latest single, “Missing Forever.” While initially playing with some unique time signatures, the band eventually explodes into a cathartic close, running the gamut of indie rocking flavors in-between. Crunchy guitars and snappy production will have fans of Manchester Orchestra, Beach Fossils, and Real Estate adding this one to their daily playlists. With the quality of their songwriting in mind, it’s not surprising that this band acts their an outlet for the ennui of the daily rat race – check out what they have to say about “Missing” below. “‘Missing Forever’ is about feeling overworked and burned out. Tethered to work and bills in a society that increasingly idolizes ‘grinding.’ What if we just quit everything and disappeared into the wilderness instead?” ICYMI, we’ve written about Rare Monk in the past – check our previous[...]

Curiositi – “Moon”

June 22, 2023

Mysterious Swedish act Curiositi captivated us with their haunting new single, “Moon.” With elements of dream-pop and chillwave, Curiositi build upon a descending, plucky riff that drills its way into your consciousness – one of those songs that truly inspires a dream-like state as you bliss out to its hypnotic aura. “Moon” was created in an improvisational jam session – fascinating, but ultimately, a truly impressive accomplishment when you consider how stunningly beautiful the song is… But songs like this are often created out of lightning-in-a-bottle moments that wouldn’t exist otherwise. About the song, Curiositi explains: “‘Moon’ reflects on the feeling of being left at shore and lost at sea. Some people dream bigger and some have only nightmares. Time heals but every season is a traumatic reminder of last year. Stuck in samsara.” You can find “Moon” on Spotify and Apple Music. CURIOSITI · Moon

Puppy Angst – “TKO”

June 22, 2023

Puppy Angst has a perfect summer rocker with their fuzzy new single, “TKO.” Puppy Angst is a mainstay of the Philadelphia DIY scene and have just released their debut album Scorpio Season this past October. Their latest, “TKO,” has perpetual punch and energy, filled with buzzing pop guitar lines and fills that will have your mouth watering and head bopping. The new song is dripping with the vibes of the cool girl you need to be friends with; it is catchy and lyrical with the crunch dancing with the sugary, playing back and forth, creating a dreamy joy that is also endearingly grounded and relatable. You will love the stinging creativity of each section of this jammer, from the muted drums blending with the fuzzy guitars to the perfectly crafted transitions. Fans of Wednesday, Alvvays, Bully, Mannequin Pussy, Japanese Breakfast, and Beach Bunny will find this tune to be for[...]