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Bakers Eddy – “My Baby’s Like Cigarettes”

November 23, 2021

Melbourne-based band Bakers Eddy hit us up with their sunny, chunky brand of indie rock and we’ve been enjoying it ever since. “My Baby’s Like Cigarettes” brings to mind the warm power-pop-inspired jangle of indie rock veterans like Supergrass, the I-don’t-care attitude of bands like The Strokes, and the modern wave of smart indie-emo bands like The Sidekicks. It’s woozy and bubbly and you can tell these guys are having a blast while playing it. You can watch the campy, late-80s-early-90s-inspired music video below, but be sure to check it out on Spotify for streaming purposes.

Big Softy – “Supercomputer”

November 22, 2021

You just can’t ignore the huge synthwave energy from Leeds-based act Big Softy – we recommend starting with their latest single, “Supercomputer.” Reminiscent of the mid-aughts indie-dance-rock greats (think LCD Soundsystem, The Rapture, etc.), “Supercomputer” is full of disco-inspired percussion and basslines; robotic, space-age lyrics; and huge bursts of synth and guitar. The best part about “Supercomputer” is it’s just slightly left-of-center – that little bit off-kilter energy really helps set this apart from the pack. The lyrics are purposely a little inhuman to give a cold, AI-inspired affectation – it must be heard to be adequately experienced. Enjoy “Supercomputer” via the Soundcloud widget below – you can also find it on Spotify if that’s more your thing. Big Softy · Supercomputer

demotapes – “devotion”

November 22, 2021

Loving this super vibey slice of electropop-future-house goodness from San Francisco-based musician Parker Livingston aka demotapes. “devotion” pairs a glitchy Postal Service-esque instrumental track with a bit more of a dancefloor vibe. The result is something dance-able that might feel just as at home on a lo-fi playlist to study and chill to. There’s lots to enjoy in this tune – it’s full of unique samples, an itchy and urgent percussion presence, and Livingston’s uber-pleasant and breathy vocal delivery. Check it out on Apple Music and Spotify too. demotapes · devotion

Indigo Waves – “Dark Matter II”

November 22, 2021

Here’s some surfy/spaghetti-western goodness from Provo, Utah-based band Indigo Waves. With plucky guitars, a bubbling bass presence, half-mumbled vocals, and keyboard-inspired noise waves driving this one along, “Dark Matter II” truly sounds like a band named after the deep blue sea. It’s groovy, propulsive, soaked in reverb, and just a little bit mysterious… just how we like our surf rock to be consumed. You can peep “Dark Matter II” on Soundcloud (below) or swing by Spotify for a streaming surface option. Indigo Waves · Dark Matter II

Kindsight – “Don’t You Grow Up”

November 22, 2021

Kindsight seem to have mastered the art of jangly indie rock, case-in-point, their latest offering “Don’t You Grow Up.” This isn’t the first time we’ve featured their warm, fun take on the genre – we singled out their tune “Terminal Daze” last year too for similar reasons… Expect Alvvays-esque vocals with a warm guitar presence that would make both Ben Gibbard and Jeff Tweedy blush. Fun fact: this is actually the first song that this Copenhagen-based crew ever wrote together – as they describe it: “a coming-of-age indie gem.” You can find “Don’t You Grow Up” on Bandcamp (below), but it’s also available on Apple Music and Spotify. Don’t You Grow Up by Kindsight

Glom – “Gre[a]y”

November 22, 2021

Brooklyn-based duo Glom are no strangers to buffaBLOG – we’ve previously featured “Fungus” and “Again” because we loved them so much. They’re back with another super-colorful take on indie-rock with the not-so-tellingly named “Gre[a]y.” This song is absolutely loaded with kaleidoscopic textures and a stickily-sweet vocal hook that will keep it embedded in your brain for hours to come. Despite the swirling textures, the band tried their best to keep “Gre[a]y” feeling raw during the recording process; it’s a perfect juxtaposition that we think seriously paid off. Preview “Gre[a]y” on YouTube below, but be sure to add it to your favorite Spotify playlist when you’re done.

aboynamedblu – “BLU SIDE OF THE MOON”

November 22, 2021

Here’s some unique bedroom-pop energy from South African act aboynamedblu. In what he describes as a letter to his younger self, “BLU SIDE OF THE MOON” interestingly navigates several moods – throughout the course of the song, you’ll feel contemplative, menacing, and then kind of like you want to dance. Living at the crux of depressive bedroom-pop, cold post-punk, and strong indie-pop melody, “BLU” pairs crooner vocals, swimmy guitars, and fuzzy distortion textures into something truly unique. Preview this tune on Soundcloud below, but be sure to stream it on Spotify as well. aboynamedblu · BLU SIDE OF THE MOON

Moanday x Danny Schiller – “La Molina”

November 17, 2021

Madrid-based indie-pop duo Moanday teamed up with crooner Danny Schiller for this sparkly ray of sunshine called “La Molina.” Stabs of jangly guitar lay overtop disco-inspired basslines and waves of beachy synth atmosphere – it’s definitely a poolside banger but could be equally at home inside the club or on the dancefloor. The song has an impossibly “feel-good” vibe that perfectly matches the lyrical content here – these three just want you to try not to take your life too seriously. Chill out to some Moanday/Schiller! You can find “La Molina” on Soundcloud (below) or on Spotify. moanday · LA MOLINA ft Danny Schiller

Casey Conroy – “Over You”

November 17, 2021

Casey Conroy is an Orlando-based singer/songwriter whose refreshing approach to modern pop music has us feeling excited. Her latest song “Over You” eschews the often vapid insincerity of pop music for something deeply heartfelt, soulful, and real. About “Over You,” Casey says: “‘Over you’ is a song about realizing that sometimes things are better left in the past.” Simple but hard-hitting, just like pop music was meant to be. Preview “Over You” on YouTube (below). You can also find it on Spotify and Apple Music.

Retro Kid – “The Room”

November 17, 2021

“We’ve all been in a room with no way out. Whether it be in relationships or falling back into bad habits.” Copenhagen’s Retro Kid embodies that itchiness perfectly with this indietronica-meets-soul jam called “The Room.” Full of Korg minilogue synth splashes, samples from soul music, and a TR-8 drum machine, “The Room” feels timeless AND retro while still retaining the urgency of 2021-era bedroom-pop. The song is ultimately built around a deep groove, and despite it’s lyrical ennui, is definitely danceable. Fans of Metronomy, Tame Impala, and Justice will enjoy this a lot. Check out Retro Kid on Soundcloud (below). Retro Kid · The Room

nolo – “Deals”

November 15, 2021

Austin, TX-based emo-punks nolo set out to write something snappy… “Deals” came out of that writing session – and even just ten seconds of listening to its blistering pace is enough to know they hit their mark. The quartet each took a turn at the microphone in this song as they explore themes of self-toxicity and their insecurities, the perfect lyrical subject for an angsty indie-emo band like this. Fans of Oso Oso, Prince Daddy & The Hyena, and Microwave are going to like this one a lot. You can find “Deals” on Spotify and Apple Music

Alien Hellbop – “Take Me Home”

November 15, 2021

Alien Hellbop is a duo from Lawrence, KS that is pumping out way more sound than they should be capable of – we’ve been vibing on their latest single, “Take Me Home.” In true power-duo fashion, AH is spring-loaded with raucous indie-punk energy, layered thick with distorted guitars; nimble basslines; and washy synth noises… But the real treat here is the earworm chorus of “Don’t do that” – simple, but truly effective. Alien Hellbop’s latest After the Quake is available now on Bandcamp – you can also find it on Spotify and Deezer

Sophie Meiers – “Mutt”

November 15, 2021

Sophie Meiers is a 20-something musician who seems to have their pulse on the indie rock of the moment, case-in-point, the downtrodden-but-vibey dirge of “Mutt.” Reminiscent of Soccer Mommy or Snail Mail, “Mutt” is angsty af, built around unique guitar tones, a fuzzed-out bassline, and lyrics about “begging like a dog…” There’s enough distortion here to please any Smashing Pumpkins fan without scaring off the younger emo kids either – we think you’re going to like it either way. Check out the lyric video for “mutt” below – you can also find Sophie’s stuff on Spotify.

Blanco Tranco – “Shapeshift”

November 15, 2021

Melbourne quartet Blanco Tranco here with their patented blend of melodramatic shoegaze flavor – we’re highlighting “Shapeshift” today for several reasons… 1.) It’s got really cool swimmy guitar tones. 2.) It’s satisfyingly emotional without being too sappy. 3.) The chorus is catchy af. If you like “Shapeshift” as much as we do, they just released a brand new EP called I’ve Been Dying To Tell You, which you can find here. You can find “Shapeshift” on Soundcloud (below), Bandcamp, and/or Spotify. blanco tranco · 01 – Blanco Tranco – Shapeshift

Broken Chanter – “Dancing Skeleton”

November 15, 2021

“I didn’t want to have an album that spent it’s entire running time reflecting on the past year and a half. Folk need a lift. They don’t need to relive the pandemic, and the associated trauma, right now.” Well said, David MacGregor (perhaps better known as Glaswegian act Broken Chanter); we couldn’t agree more! If you’re as disenchanted with COVID-core as we are, we think you’ll appreciate this sunny breath of fresh air. “Dancing Skeleton” is an upbeat indie rocker that shows off MacGregor’s ear for strong melody… Without sacrificing a bit of existential dread, of course. You can consume “Skeletons” via Bandcamp (below) or Spotify. Dancing Skeletons by Broken Chanter