There’s something defiantly alive about Paint. From its very first chord, Pennan Brae invites the listener into a vibrant revival of rock’s golden age but with enough personal flair and polish to stand firmly in the present. Right off the bat, “It Ain’t Perfect But It’s Free” lays a swaggering, brass-inflected groove that sets the…
“Inside,” the new single by herds, is a quietly gripping track that showcases the band’s deep-rooted craft and emotional honesty. From its first notes, the song invites the listener into a subtle, atmospheric soundscape, where reverb-drenched guitar and carefully layered instrumentation create a sense of introspective tension. There’s a vulnerability that cuts through the haze:…
With his latest single, ‘Piece of the Action’, Rusty Reid delivers a vibrant and muscular slice of rock-and-roll that feels both urgent and timeless. From the first thunderous guitar chords to Reid’s assured vocal delivery, the track announces itself as a confident stride into adrenaline-fuelled territory. The production crackles with energy: gritty strings, driving rhythm…
From the opening moments of ‘Nightblindness’ the duo invites you into a world suspended between light and shadow — a fitting sonic landscape for their newfound partnership. The Pennydrops, hailing from York, step into the limelight with surprising poise. The single balances the warmth of indie-folk with a darker, edgier undercurrent: shimmering acoustic guitars meet…
In ‘Be Love’, Matreya delivers a luminous and heartfelt track that resonates long after the final chord fades. From the very first measure, his warm, expressive voice draws you in intimate yet fully confident bringing a sincerity that is rare in contemporary pop-soul. The instrumentation is elegant without being showy: a gently pulsing groove underpins…
In the richly layered new album Love is Whys by Graham Price Gift Shop, we find a refreshingly sincere exploration of love’s many faces its motivating power, its vulnerability and even its exploitation. On this release, the project makes good on its ambition by weaving together folk-pop, rock sensibility and a modern production finesse into…
With her new single “Woman Behind the Wheel”, veteran country artist LaCosta Tucker delivers a moving celebration of steady strength and quiet perseverance. From the moment her warm, assured voice enters, the song draws you into its heartfelt narrative one of a woman who keeps the wheels of life turning, often unseen, yet undeniably essential….
With their debut full-length, “Tales of the Dark Forest”, Gothic Aesthetic deliver an ambitious and immersive journey through shadow-lit soundscapes, and in doing so they stake their claim as one to watch in the gothic-driven heavy music realm. The album unfolds like a theatrical narrative in ten distinct chapters; opening with the evocative “Witch,” the…
Mercy Kelly’s new single “Breathe For Her” arrives like a breath held too long urgent, unguarded, and brimming with emotional weight. From the very first stroke of guitar, the track grips you with that shimmering edge, and as drums settle in, you sense something more than just a love song this is devotion given in…
Nothing about Pretty Sparkly Things by Energy Whores feels safe, and that’s exactly why it hits so hard. From its very first bars, the song seduces with shimmering synths and a glitchy vocal hook, creating a kind of luminous surface you can’t help but lean into. But once you’re in, the song shatters illusions. The band…
The Pulltops’ latest single, You Tripped Me Up, is a compelling blend of raw emotion and polished rock craftsmanship that confirms the band’s place as masters of genre fusion. Seamlessly weaving power-pop melodies with a gritty alternative rock edge, the track hooks listeners from the very first chord. The song explores the chaos of unexpected…
Oakland’s Pillowprince bursts onto the scene with pretty, baby!, a debut EP that feels like a battle cry wrapped in a daydream. Across four potent tracks, the band weaves slowcore intensity with shoegaze shimmer and a fierce queercore edge, delivering a collection that’s both deeply personal and defiantly political. Fronted by Olivia Lee, Pillowprince doesn’t…
Hyporadar’s debut single, ‘This Ain’t The Day I Die’, is a gritty, bass-driven statement that carves its own lane in today’s crowded rock landscape. Hailing from the quiet corners of Maine, Shane Duquette, founder and sole force behind Hyporadar, delivers a track that feels raw, resolute, and refreshingly different. Blending the swampy swagger of Morphine…
Rubbish Party’s debut album, ‘Culinary Vendetta’, is an audacious, blood-spattered triumph that dares to blend narrative theatrics with raw indie rock grit. Emerging from Warwickshire and helmed by German-American lyricist Evan Zorn Von Berg, the band doesn’t just push boundaries, they flambé them. This concept album takes listeners on a macabre yet strangely poetic journey…
Velvet Sun’s latest single, ‘Empire’, stands as a radiant centerpiece in their new EP, blending their signature post-punk and shoegaze elements into a triumphant sonic statement. From the opening notes, the track conjures a lush and immersive atmosphere, at once nostalgic and forward-looking, capturing the band’s talent for fusing ethereal textures with driving rhythmic tension….
With Machine Living in Relief, Brooklyn’s E.W. Harris delivers a stunningly human acoustic meditation on artificial lives. Known for his folktronica roots, Harris takes a bold turn stripping away electronics to reveal an intimate, hand-crafted world where robots dream and AIs ache with longing. The result? A hauntingly original work of acoustic science fiction that…
Delta of Venus makes a bold and haunting entrance with their debut double A-side single, ”Disengaged b/w Slipping” a sonic and visual experience that transcends genre and expectation. Based in Mystic, CT, the band’s ethereal blend of indie pop and shoegaze finds new narrative depth through a music video that reimagines Joan of Arc as…
Canadian singer-songwriter Aaron Wylder’s latest single, “Cocaine Brain,” is a compelling fusion of folk and rock that showcases his distinctive musical style. Released in December 2024, this track serves as the inaugural release leading up to his forthcoming album. From the outset, “Cocaine Brain” captivates with its robust acoustic guitar riffs and driving percussion, laying…
