Month: September 2022

Cool Sounds Share Like That Single

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Whatever caused the shift in sonics for Dainis Lacey, we’re reaping the rewards on the listening end, particularly when it comes to the title track from the new Cool Sounds LP. It’s interesting that this is also the record’s closing track, as it seems to set us up for this sort of climb atop the mountain, only to find solace in this heavy pop masterpiece. There’s little shining diamonds in the corners, twinkling notes here and there splashing up to mix in with the pulse; it just reeks of cool for some reason, perfectly cinematic in its presentation. Like That is out on October 7th via Chapter Music.

Have Another Beauty From Twain

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Though Matthew Davidson has only been an Austinite for a short while, we have already welcomed him with open arms and view him as one of the absolute best songwriters in town. Under his recording moniker Twain, we’ve already been treated to a few new singles this year with his new album Noon coming next month via our friends at Keeled Scales. If you weren’t paying attention or weren’t on board with Twain’s tunes yet, this beautiful and intimate number “Walking II” is sure to turn you into a fan. You will find yourself moved and drawn to the emotional pull of this haunting song.

Pre-orders for Noon, out October 21st, are live now.

The Persian Leaps Share Alright Alright Single

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On the first single from the forthcoming Machines for Living, you got a glimpse at the purest of power-pop from The Persian Leaps. This time around, their latest single’s got a bit more of a heavier vibe; the riffs that rock throughout almost feel like a demonic rock-a-billy fuzz, albeit one accented by melodic vocals. Honestly, it’s like you decided to throw early Queens of a Stone Age into a ring with Teenage Fanclub, just looking for the sounds to pick a fight with one another; I’m dubbing it power-rock. With the infectious refrain of “Alright Alright,” the band have another way to entice you to give Machines for Living a chance; it drops on October 7th.

Aluminum Share Windowpanes Video

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A few weeks ago we were catching up with our friends over at Dandy Boy Records; they had just recently announced a killer 12″ EP from Aluminum…and now we’ve got a video for that accompany single, just as a reminder of what should be on your radar. The more I listen to this tune, the more I’m drawn to the propulsive nature of verses; it’s matched up right up with the way the video was shot, meant “to capture the wide-eyed feelings of youth.” It’s the perfect set up for the acidic wash of noise that bursts in through the almost-chorus, blurring the lines between our expectations and how far the group are willing to take their sound. The Windowpane EP is out on October 7th, so don’t forget to grab it right now!

European Sun Share There Is No News Single

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While we patiently await the follow-up to their self-titled debut album, European Sun have decided to tease us with a new single that will come on their new LP, When Britain Was Great. Personally, I love the storytelling aspect of Steven Miles lyrical work; it’s something that just seems so simplistic in nature, yet stuns in this presentation. Behind Miles you get the rollicking swagger of accomplished musicianship from Rob Pursey, Ian Button and Amelia Fletcher; it’s got a mixture of punk flavor with that sort of ramshackle flare…though we all know with these songwriters, nothing ever just gets thrown together. Plus, I love the idea of a world where there is no news, where we can just breathe and be. Guess we’ll have to wait until the new LP to see if that’s the case! For now, you can get commemorative coasters and magnets from Skep Wax.

High Heavens Share 100 Bullets Single

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Austin’s High Heavens is a band nearly 30 years in the making, but one that is just now coming together; longtime friends Ernest Salaz and Nick Pellicciotto first met in 96 while working on various other musical assignments. But, as of 2017, they’ve been crafting this cinematic darkness, landing somewhere between Nick Cave and Leonard Cohen, like an elegant lounge act built on the backbone of heavy rock n’ roll. The entire five minutes of this tune walk a fine line between lounge pop and brooding mystery, which makes us really excited to hear where their music will go…hoping a follow-up to Springtime Don’t Call is on its way.

Josephine Odhil Shares New Single, Familiars

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I’ve been trying to kind of get to the darker corners of the indie world, which is where I stumbled upon Josephine Odhil and her latest single, “Familiars.” It’s hard to categorize, though you can hear touchstones like classic female pop groups or the more recent trends like Broadcast/Stereolab. I think her vocals are superb, kind of foggy, but hitting just the perfect melodic touch just as the song pulses underhandedly. Definitely easy to find yourself lost in Odhil’s world, which I’m looking forward to hearing more of, as she’s set to drop her debut album at some point next year.

 

Dehd Release New Bonus Single/Video

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I’d likely consider myself a huge Dehdhead, as in Dehd, not “the Dead.” Today, the band just released a brand new bonus track they’ve added to their recent LP, Blue Skies…and added a video to boot! Here, the guitar tones had me immediately, it was the first thing that I gravitated towards. That then gets punctuated by these “oohs” that highlight the band’s melodic leanings, only to halt them before screaming into a raucous closing. Plus, the video reminds me of old school Good Charlotte, where the whole gang’s together in slo-mo having a blast in friendship and riding around (but on cycles not lowriders). Enjoy!

Blunt Chunks Share Wasted

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After a busy and hot weekend in Austin, I’m looking to relax a bit and slowly ease into the week ahead. This tune from Caitlin Woelfle-O’Brien, otherwise known as Blunt Chunks, is the perfect sort of soft, mellow and intimate song I am needing this morning. It features a lovely, whispy vocal performance along with some country/folk inspired bass lines throughout. A lovely tune to kick off your week.

This single is part of the new Open Tab series from Fire Talk. You can hear more and read more about the series on the Open Tab landing page.

Pete Astor Shares Fine and Dandy Video

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The first single we heard from Pete Astor‘s new album was a long burner, but since that track’s release, Pete’s been focusing on the quicker ditties, like this delightful new jam. I love the burning stomp of the guitar here, kind of bringing in a bit of old school classic rock to Pete’s repertoire. Still, when you get to the charm of the chorus, that’s Astor’s bread and butter, bringing in this blanketing melody that certainly warrants at least a dozen repeat listens. If you’re digging on the vibe, as you should, then be sure that Time on Earth is on your radar when it drops on October 7th via Tapete Records.

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