Month: April 2020

Andre Obin’s Disconnect

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It has been some time since we have heard from Andre Obin. Out of the Boston area, I’ve been a fan for some time and thankfully, he returned the back catalog to the streaming services after remastering a bit at the start of 2020. “Disconnect The Wires”, hopefully a preview of what’s to come on his work on Cleoparta Records, is a perfect slice of darkwave. The tone is set with snaps and a distorted synth bass-line that evolves with the track as it builds. Put on your best headphones and let it rip as there is a ton of space between the elements that are introduced independently in breaks until it all starts to collapse in on you with an abrupt yet graceful exit.

Blushh Drop R.I.P. Apathy

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I first got really into Blushh when they released their THX 4 Asking EP back in 2018, but I think the band knock it out of the park with their new R.I.P. Apathy LP, which just dropped on Friday (while we were all listening to Fiona on repeat). I think some of the most successful track on the album are the short pop bursts like the one hanging out below; it’s just a quick pop rocker, with Shab’s voice doing its job to sell you on the group’s sound. These are just huge hook-laden pop songs you’ll want to sing with your best friends when we all get back together.

Slow Dream Pop from Beverly Moon

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Mondays, even now, have to be eased into; you’re reminded of everything on your plate, and everything still left to be done from last week. I think Beverly Moon will help ease you into this week, offering up this dreamy pop ballad, sparkling when needed. Guitars shimmer and turn in the forefront of the song, awaiting the vocals to wash ashore; they seem to enter the fray casually, almost half-heartedly, adding this sort of forlorn emotion to the tune. There’s this faint turn in the chorus that’s like this rare pop hiccup that I’m really drawn to; it’s such a subtle tiny move that I can hardly explain it, but you’ll know one you listen. This tune appears on the band’s forthcoming debut EP!

Playlist: R.E. Seraphin

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R.E. Seraphin was a staple in the Austin music scene for years, even working with ATH Records own Mean Jolene…but, life led him out to California where he’s just released a really wonderful new collection of songs: Tiny Shapes. I reached out to Ray to see if he’d be willing to share a playlist of tunes that influenced his latest release…and he kindly obliged. After the jump you’ll get 10 songs that helped R.E. Seraphin make a great new record. And if you’re so inclined, go grab a copy from Paisley Shirt Records!

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Cotillon Shares Another Single from Cruiser

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I first caught on to Cotillon during my Burger Records phase; Jordan Corso seemed like an outlier, like maybe his brand of pop music belonged somewhere else…which made me love him even more. His new release, Cruiser, is on the horizon, and I love the dreaminess of the latest single, written while Corso was living in a skyscraper in Hong Kong. It’s strange, the song has these little moments like you’re actually able to see and hear what the world’s all about from 50 stories above sea level. The song’s drifting nature has this timelessness, sort of watching as the world slowly turns and turns. The new LP will be out on May 1st, so try this new single on, won’t ya?

 

The Honeydrips Announce Here Comes the Sun

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I’ve been a fan of the Honeydrips for some time, and if you’ve got the time, I suggest going back and giving 2017’s Give Each Other Some Solace a few spins. But, for today, we’re focusing on the band’s newest single and forthcoming LP. While the song does seem to have a current relevance globally, dealing with the troubles facing healthcare workers. But songwriter Mikael Carlsson says the song was written before the current pandemic; he indicates that healthcare worker struggles have been an ongoing problem, only now becoming more visible to the public. Musically, I think you’re going to really enjoy this one; it has this casual bounce from the rhythm section, using these delightful keyboard accents to build in some layers that accent Carlsson’s soothing voice. I love the chorus, especially the following string arrangements that move you into the next verse. Heres Comes the Sun, the new LP, will be out later this Summer.

Tidy Share MWI Video

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Listening through this week, I realize I’ve got to keep bouncing around genres; it’s possibly the only thing keeping me sane, moving back and forth and back again. For me, Tidy is hitting the spot today with their brand of pop punk harkening to my favorite period of late 90s emo stylings. There’s an earnestness to the songwriting, like you’re hurdling towards the end of times (aren’t we?) and you’ve given up being afraid. The vocals are melodic, yet when pushed they have just the faintest harshness to make punk fanboys feel included. These Canadians will be releasing their Trying EP this Summer!

Driving New Number From Graveyard Club

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For those not in the know, Minneapolis based outfit Graveyard Club released the impressive, and critically acclaimed LP Goodnight Paradise during the summer of last year. After the success of their last album, the band eagerly began work on new material and are ready to share some of the work with this new single “Valens”. The song is an epic number featuring the band’s familiar dark pop/new wave style, but with a new driving element showing small hints of The Boss or similar artists. Seems like two very different things to mash up, but it works quite well on this new stunner.

Glassio Share A Million Doubts

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Some of Glassio‘s earlier singles have caught my ear, so I kind of just wanted to take a moment to appreciate the subtle pop tendencies with the announcement of For the Very Last Time. I love how the loops are seemingly so simple, almost understated, sort of creating this melodic trance that carries the listener away. It’s the perfect backdrop for Sam to come in with his vocals, bringing in this serenity that leaves the song as this perfect dose of escapism. If you’re unfamiliar with his work, this is a pretty good time to get acquainted, just so your ears are ready for the debut LP when it drops later this year.

It’s Time You Listen To Sorry

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If you have yet to check out the young, up and coming folks in London based Sorry, it is now time for you to do so. After the release of their new album 925 a couple of weeks ago, the band now have this new single with accompanying video for album track “Perfect”. For me, this perfectly encapsulates the raw sounds of a band who can take darker genres like goth/new wave and seamlessly intertwine them with more pop oriented sounds. It’s incredibly refreshing to hear a band who buck trends to create something completely their own.

I suggest you pick up the stellar new album 925 from Domino right now!

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