The Margaret Hooligans – Main Street Zulus
Imagine getting stuck on a date with someone who intentionally misrepresented themselves. How awkward and awful would that be? You get there excited, only to have your expectations shattered. Main Street Zulus is a perfect distillation of this feeling. It’s the latest single from The Margaret Hooligans, the fourth in their upcoming album entitled ThunderHole […]
SIR-VERE – Legion
Legion, the latest single by SIR-VERE out of their latest album Lovescope, is a reminder that the real power is in the hands of the people, and not in the governments and its institutions–who often forget who they’re truly working for. Sonically, it is a seamless melding of post-punk and electronica, which the band has […]
Sick Richard – Pariah
Pariah – the latest single from SickRichard is guaranteed to sneak up on you. The London-based rock trio draws their sound from a lot of influences, and in this particular song they show how well they can use that diverse sonic pallet to tell a story. The song goes slow at first, grimy and foreboding […]
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 […]