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Tasche & the Psychedelic Roses – “Dying Art”

October 26, 2022

Tasche & the Psychedelic Roses hit us up with their new single, “Dying Art” and we were immediately drawn to its whimsical vibe. With jaunty guitars, silky harmonies, and a retro sensibility that never sounds dated, Tasche & co. whip up a magical brew of rock-n-roll flavored indie with hints of psychedelia. Stick around for the swirly guitar theatrics and slow-down bridge that ultimately winds its way back into an ooh-laden symphony. You can also find “Dying Art” on Spotify. Tasche & the Psychedelic Roses · Dying Art

Jack Moody x Modern Aerobics – “TELEPHONIC”

October 24, 2022

Here’s another banger from Jack Moody (as Modern Aerobics). “TELEPHONIC” speaks for itself – with its neurotic Casio-keyboard beat and urgent guitar strumming, it brings to mind gothy 80s post-punk acts while still keeping a 2022 bedroom-pop aesthetic. It even has an urgent, almost somber tone to it, perfect for these moody (pun intended) October evenings. About the song, Jack explains: “This is a beat driven anthem about how relationships are controlled by social media, technology, and telephones. I wanted the song to be intense, melodic, and drowned out with delayed vocals” ICYMI, we’ve also featured a few of Jack’s songs before – be sure to check out “Touch You” and “Sorority Girl” as well.| You can find “TELEPHONIC” on Spotify. Jack Moody · TELEPHONIC

Jack Vamp & The Castle of Creep – “On The Run”

October 23, 2022

Belgian wunderkind Arthur Boussiron is the voice you hear on the latest Jack Vamp & The Castle of Creep single, “On The Run.” With the brattiness of Parquet Courts mixed with a bit of post-punk and new wave influence, “On The Run” sounds like a fuzzed-out expression of jaunty angst. Guitar noise fills every crevasse in this three-minute-long jam, full of Boussiron’s quirky yelp; lightly-effected guitar acrobatics; and just-enough 1980s sensibility to scratch that retro itch (without losing it’s 2022 flavors). You can also find “On The Run” on Spotify. Jack Vamp · Jack Vamp & The Castle of Creep – On The Run

Troy Braunstein – “Hypocritical Complaints”

October 23, 2022

Troy Braunstein is about to jangle his way into your heart with the dulcet tones of his latest single, “Hypocritical Complaints.” Combining retro elements from the 70s punk and rock-n-roll with a modern-day garage rock sensibility, he has created something unabashedly listenable. Big, twangy guitar riffs are the main flavor here, but don’t forget to also bop your head along to Troy’s sugar-sweet melodies (of which there are many) too. You can also find “Hypocritical Complaints” on Spotify.

Pet Snake – “Jacket”

October 23, 2022

Liverpool-based act Pet Snake (aka songwriter Evelyn Halls) finally struck out on her own and happened to create something magical. “Jacket” is her latest offering, a song that pairs influences ranging from folk; to bedroom-pop; to alternative music. Utilizing a canned Casio beat with more organic elements like guitars and a thumping bass, the song makes use of of memorable melodies; squiggly synth textures; and even a few ooh-oohs for good measure. There’s even an accompanying music video that perfectly represents the song’s uplifting and vaguely-nostalgic vibes. You can also find “Jacket” on Spotify.

Sylvia – “Fold Imaginary”

October 23, 2022

We couldn’t help but love this “shy-gaze” (their words, not ours) from Australia’s Sylvia. Recorded in a literal storage container (where the band practices), “Fold Imaginary” has all the elements of a captivating live performance in an actually listenable package. Maybe we’re just suckers for down-tuned guitars mixed with delicate and endearing vocals, but this one has sincere, late-90s emo vibes a la Rainer Maria or early Appleseed Cast with a hint of modern day fuzz (think Pity Sex). You can also find “Fold Imaginary” on Bandcamp, Spotify, and Apple Music.

Vibropath – “Overboard”

October 23, 2022

Here’s a cool one from Rochester-based act Vibropath – they sent over the bedroom-pop glory of “Overboard” and we loved it immediately. With a warm, vinyl-record production to the track, Vibropath makes use of plucky guitars, Casio-keyboard drums, and an endearing vocal style to create something catchy and refined. About the song, Vibropath explains: “[‘Overboard’ is] a song about obsessive, over-idealized love. Lyrics are written from the POV of the obsessed individual, who is fully aware their feelings are romanticized, in love for the wrong reasons, but unable to rationalize it away.” ICYMI, we’ve also highlighted a previous single of theirs, “Turning Inside” – be sure to check that out too. You can also find the rest of Vibropath’s discography on Spotify. Vibropath · Overboard

Ari Abdul – “Hush”

October 19, 2022

20-year-old rising star Ari Abdul is crushing it in the alt-pop world – if you still aren’t on the wagon, we recommend starting with her latest song, “Hush.” Between Ari’s omni-relatable lyrics and the song’s dark-pop propulsion, “Hush” slinks through your speakers with it’s plodding bassline and lush synth-based backbone. We’re suckers for a good pop hook and this one checks all of the boxes – peep the official music video below. You can find “Hush” on Spotify too.

Tinted House – “She’s So Nice”

October 19, 2022

Dresden-based quintet Tinted House hit our inboxes with the golf-themed video for “She’s So Nice” and we were immediately charmed. Between the woofy bass tone and the vintage-sounding synth splashes, this one has enough spunky indie rock energy to please fans across the board. Fittingly recorded in an old castle, the song deals with the overwhelming pressure of constantly being pressured to respond immediately in this online world of ours. You can tell the band had fun with the free reign they were granted to film the video on a golf course. Check out the video for “She’s So Nice” below – you can also find the song on Spotify.

Yes We Mystic – “Head Rush”

October 19, 2022

There’s something utterly urgent about the latest offering from Yes We Mystic. Full of spiraling guitars; string arrangements; synthetic bass; and a passionate vocal performance, “Head Rush” walks the line between euphoria and uneasiness. It’s a dense and emotional song, but it’s uniqueness and sheer power are a treat to any seasoned listener’s ear. Lyrically, the song is as disorienting (in a good way) as their instrumentals – this is what they have to say: “The verses are clusters of disparate images, which act as a type of Rorschach test — any paths, associations or connections made between them are those of the listener, not of the band.” You can also find “Head Rush” on Spotify and Apple Music. Yes We Mystic · Head Rush

Kendra Checketts – “Kinda, Sorta”

October 18, 2022

San Diego native Kendra Checketts hit us up with the fresh-faced pop of her latest offering, “Kinda, Sorta.” The song is about the butterflies-in-your-stomach feeling about feeling like you might mess up a first date (think lines like “But I maybe, kinda, almost sorta think that I already did”), but the heartfelt vocals and strong melodic background give off a different vibe – this one could sit comfortably on a shelf next to Carly Rae Jepsen or even some of the poppier tracks from Alvvays. Check out “Kinda, Sorta” on Spotify too.

Joe McCarthy & The Faders – “Can’t Trust Myself”

October 18, 2022

If you’re in the mood for a Springsteen-esque jammer, we recommend the latest from Joe McCarthy & The Faders, a song called “Can’t Trust Myself.” This song has all the hallmarks of middle America – a twinkling piano; splashes of synth; workhorse guitars; and a strong-voiced bellow ranting about the troubles that affect us all. About the song, Joe says: “When the harsh reality of life hits, can you trust your emotions, your friends, your family, all of those who sowed naive or dishonest perceptions of the world around them? This song wrestles with forgiveness and redemption in light of the mental anguish that is life in 2022.” “Can’t Trust Myself” is on Bandcamp now (below) – you can also find Joe & Co. on Spotify. Outpost Truck Stop by Joe McCarthy & the Faders

I Was A King – “Lo Pressure”

October 18, 2022

All the way from Norway, indie-poppers I Was A King blessed us with this jangly good time they’ve named “Lo Pressure.” Bringing to mind indie pop greats from the 00s (think Belle and Sebastian, Shout Out Louds, and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah!), “Pressure” builds upon a pleasantly-strummed guitar backbone with beautiful vocals and a shuffling drumbeat. Retro sensibilities here in a 2022 shell – check it out below. You can also find “Lo Pressure” on Spotify and Apple Music. Fanatic Promotion · I Was A King – Lo Pressure

Sweet Home – “Dream”

October 12, 2022

Durham-based duo Sweet Home are here to serve you some spicy shoegaze – we recommend you start with their latest offering, “Dream.” Full of sludgy guitars, nimble fretwork, and ethereal and endearing vocals, this one brings to mind acts like My Bloody Valentine, Pity Sex, and Smashing Pumpkins. Underneath all the fuzzed-out instrumentals is something hauntingly beautiful and melodic… And sometimes you just need a jam that you can crank up to eleven. This is absolutely that song – turn it up, get lost in the wall of sound, and let your worries fade away. You can also find “Dream” (and the rest of Sweet Home’s discography, including their recently released album Advice) on Spotify. Sweet Homé · Dream (single)

Hound – “Take Off”

October 12, 2022

Glasgow-based quartet Hound are here with a guitar-driven jam they’ve titled “Take Off.” Bringing to mind the power-pop greats of the 90s (think Weezer, Superchunk, and Fountains of Wayne), “Take Off” pairs lightly-crunchy guitars with earnest vocals and an overall upbeat vibe. About the song, Hound explains: “The gist of it is feeling quite close to someone that cares about you and feeling very comfortable and able to talk to them about whatever. It was was very much inspired after a notable couple of conversations between me and my partner at the time, which made us both feel close and trust in each other and together, it was quite a nice moment.” “Take Off” is available now via GoldMold Records. You can also find it on Spotify. Hound · Take Off