Slowklahoma – Dog Days (Single)
Slowklahoma’s “Dog Days” is a poignant masterpiece that encapsulates the band’s ability to blend wistful lyricism with infectious melodies. Slowklahoma’s first ever release is a testament to the bands songwriting prowess and talent for crafting emotionally resonant indie pop and an indication of more amazing things to come. From the opening notes, the listener is […]
Sunburn – Bring Me The Sky
“Bring Me the Sky,” a melancholy guitar rock ballad from Dublin’s Sunburn, weaves a tapestry of somber melodies and moody atmospheres that delve into the heart-wrenching realms of grief and loss. This emotive indie creation immerses the listener in a sonic landscape that is both haunting and poignant. The opening chords set the tone for […]
The Silence Inductry – As The Walls Close In
In the sonic realm of dark wave goth, “As the Walls Close In” from The Silence Industry emerges as a brooding masterpiece, seamlessly blending haunting melodies with an ethereal atmosphere that transports listeners to a realm of melancholic beauty. From the first notes, it’s evident that this song is a journey into the depths of […]
Sculpture Club – Worth
For anyone searching for melancholic new wave/goth to fill out some vacant time for recollection, look no further than Salt Lake City’s Sculpture Club. The band channels Robert Smith, Morrissey and the whole wave of Brit rock and goth in their latest album Worth. This eleven track collection is full of romantic and dreamy pop […]
Automatic – Signal
A constant theme in Automatic’s new album Signal is the dichotomy between human and machine. From the formation of the band itself, which had its roots in the DIY punk scene in LA, their grounded beginnings contrast that of their sound. Deciding to forgo the guitar in favor of synths, Izzy Glaudini (synths/vocals), Lola Dompe […]
Koalra – The Wakes
Chicago-based noise quartet Koalra has released their second LP, and it’s the most expansive work the band has ever made to date. The Wakes blends together elements of shoegaze, new wave and post punk, and deftly uses them to illustrate varying degrees of moods and emotions. Influences from artists like Sonic Youth and The Cure […]
Shadowhouse – Forsaken Forgotten
Portland post-punk outfit Shadowhouse has an interesting blend of alt-rock,goth and dark wave. It’s music that’s highly introspective and emotional, icy to the touch, yet not at all afraid of going loud. Their second LP Forsaken Forgotten is full of spine-chilling riffs and glimmering synths, tethered by brooding bass lines and rapturous drums that aren’t afraid to erupt along […]
Ovlov – Buds
I used to struggle with the idea of fuzzy indie rock being used into something that could be considered as dreamy or relaxing. All I could think of when guitars howl and moan with gritty textures is the grinding sandpaper against wood, the rumble of the speakers, the sweat of the mosh pit. There have […]
Koalra – The Fires Burned Everything We Had. When The Dust Settles, They Will Do It Again
Koalra are back again with a new album. The Portland-based rock outfit has been constantly evolving through the years, capturing a skillset steeped in noise rock, krautrock, and post-punk. For their latest release, we see them diving deeply into the kosmische-Musik side of their multifaceted identity, with a concept album entitled “The fires burned everything […]
The Comet is Coming – Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery
The Comet is Coming is a London-based jazz group headed by saxophonist and pillar of the British jazz scene Shabaka Hutchings. Together with keyboardist Dan Leavers and drummer Max Hallett, they’ve pieced together records in a fusion that some may describe as cosmic jazz. Their 2019 record Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery combines cinematic synths, […]
LIFE – A Picture of Good Health
The latest full length LP of LIFE, entitled A Picture Of Good Health is a collection of rapid-fire punk catharsis. It’s a record that focuses on personal and mental experiences conveyed in raw and unadulterated music, where emotions that cut deep are voiced out via pounding drums, screeching guitars and anthemic shouting. Chances are, if there are issues […]
Talk Show – These People
Talk Show is one of the more notable bands in London’s thriving live punk scene. Their first EP entitled These People is a testament to that, filled to the brim with blistering energy, strikingly sharp guitar lines over lyrics inspired by everyday living. The band dips into numerous influences that leverage the strength of each member. Frontman […]