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Jaco Jaco – Gremlin
Gremlin came from “a somewhat confused and lonely state of mind,” says Theriot. While the title is a reference to the campy creatures from the 1980s movie, the album is…
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Jeremy Bradley Earl (of Woods) – Four Songs EP
Four Songs takes you on an emotional journey through themes of loss, introspection, and eventual healing. Through metaphor and sonic atmospheres, JBE presents to us a raw, introspective look at…
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Martin Oh – Better Place EP
Martin Oh’s debut EP Better Place is a sunshine-injected, electrifying entry into the indie pop-sphere and beyond. Within the five tracks on the EP, there’s playful nods to early indie…
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Alabaster DePlume – A Blade Because A Blade Is Whole
Alabaster DePlume has a unique musical signature that creates a one-of-a-kind atmosphere, merging fluttering jazz saxophones with spoken word. The London-based project is the brainchild of Gus Fairbairn, who has…
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Courting – Lust For Life
The album is a conceptual journey through love’s complexities, exploring the highs and lows of a fleeting romance and capturing the pitfalls of idealization.
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Ichiko Aoba – Luminescent Creatures
The mix of simplicity and depth in Luminescent Creatures makes for a truly captivating listening experience, highlighting Ichiko Aoba’s talent for blending personal reflection with a universal sense of connection.
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Youth Lagoon – Rarely Do I Dream
In Rarely Do I Dream, Youth Lagoon returns with his signature hauntingly beautiful sound, but this time we are given glimpses into the creative process and snapshots of a personal…
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Fourths – A Compilation
Compilation alert! Fourths, a quick but heavily packed anthology, was put out in final composition last month. Mitsubishi Suicide is the band that initially led me to the new collection,…
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Anna B Savage – You & i are Earth
You & i are Earth is a love letter come to life through visual imagery and complex storytelling. This isn’t a new form for Anna B Savage, but it is…
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Camping in Alaska – Eggbeater Jesus
When it comes to winding down my 2024 playlist vibes it’s all Midwest emo for the win, and what a better time for Camping in Alaska to drop their new…
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The Treedome – The Comfort In Being Sad
The Treedome’s debut album, The Comfort In Being Sad, is the perfect breakup album – it radiates such an aura of longing; it’s that midnight kiss that never arrives. The…
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Puggy Beales – The Joy Commodity
Puggy Beales’ latest release The Joy Commodity is where avant-garde dance punk meets nostalgic new wave, in concise album-form. The Joy Commodity marks the Montreal-based artist’s sophomore release, though Puggy…
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Sunset Rubdown – Always Happy To Explode
For years I’ve been a pretty avid fan of any endeavor Canadian artist Spencer Krug graces. From Wolf Parade, to Swan Lake and Frog Eyes, the renowned Sunset Rubdown is…
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Duster – In Dreams
Duster is back with new tracks that keep it close to home with a breath of fresh air. New releases always rewire my head in two ways: the expectation of…
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Merce Lemon – Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild
Watch Me Drive Them Dogs Wild is Merce Lemon’s third album, and it is by far her most impressive yet. Merce seems to do more with less in this album,…
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MJ Lenderman – Manning Fireworks
What sets MJ Lenderman apart from his peers is the ability to juggle cynicism with sincerity, and balance sadness with wit. There’s much truth to what he chooses to vocalize;…
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Dummy – Free Energy
Sometimes the best path forward is to look towards the past, and it seems the key is to update whatever the point of reference is you’re taking from. That’s what…
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The Okmoniks – Afterparty Fever!!!
The Okmoniks are back to keep the party going with Afterparty Fever!!! The aptly dubbed sophomore LP follows the band’s debut Party Fever!!! released back in 2008. The new record…
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Suburban Eyes – Self-Titled LP
Where oh where do I even begin with this one! I am such a huge fan of Boys Life, Mineral, and Christie Front Drive. I still completely nerd out at…
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Mondo Cozmo – It’s PRINCIPLE!
Josh Ostrander is the force behind Mondo Cozmo, and It’s PRINCIPLE! is his fourth album under the moniker. Ostrander’s roots lie in Philly, where he started as a singer-songwriter, but…
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Re:flectors – Re:love EP
New EP Re:love by The Re:flectors dropped last month in June and the trajectory is a fun, upbeat playful release. The songs maintain a brisk backing melody while vocally reassuring…
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Wieuca – Truth Management
Georgia rockers Wieuca have a range of influences that stretch far and wide across genres, and maybe that’s why I can really appreciate what they have composed to become a…
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Corridor – Mimi
Corridor are a band that give us a new spin on the typical post-punk sound you hear today by melding with other genres and experimental patches. In their latest album, Mimi,…
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King Krule – SHHHHHHH! EP
King Krule’s recent release is one I’ve long awaited for. Those unreleased songs only ’heard of’ are here on a short, 4-track EP. Krule’s been known to distribute EPs of…
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Killer Kowalski – GUNK EP
Killer Kowalski will instantly remind you of old school punk bands like The Sex Pistols and The Clash, while at the same time having a fresh sound comparable to modern…
