Month: October 2024

Another Jam From Heart To Gold

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If you are not yet listening to the new music from Minneapolis based Heart to Gold, what are you even doing with your life? The lads have really nailed this whole power pop-rock revival with loads of energy soaked tunes, all at a blistering pace. This new track “Blow Up the Spot” continues the band’s efforts to go at full, breakneck speed with no sense of slowing down. Check it out below and also listen to the previously shared “TNT” if you’re still in the dark.

This track is part of the new Heart to Gold album entitled Free Help due out November 15th via Memory Music. Pre-orders are live now.

Delivery Prepare Force Majeure

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We love the Melbourne music scene, and Delivery are definitely an act we’re keen on, especially as they prepare to bring out their new LP, Force Majeure in the new year. Their latest single embraces a bit of a punk rock ethos, though they don’t shy away from the anthemic hook, which is what keeps me thinking of them as a warmer version of the Donnas…and I mean that as the best compliment, like ever. I’m also loving how they’re reveling in their work, with this big old breakdown that finds them stomping and jamming to the single’s close. Look out for the new Force Majeure on January 17th via Heavenly Recordings.

Maneater Share Wait Single

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Ya’ll know I’m a diehard fan of DJ On and his Non La work; he released the excellent Like Before earlier this year. But, this is only partially about him, as he’s back with his pal Lindsay Stewart to work on their project Maneater. They’ve got a new record ready to roll, but “Wait” is our first sneak peek at what’s coming down the road. This tune fully embraces what I love about pop rock; it’s got thumping drums and a bright spirit that just makes you want to crank up your stereo and go for a zoom down a sunny highway stretch…that spirit, though tried often, rarely gets executed this well. Stewart and On are the perfect partners too, working in unison to build layer after layer of maximum hook power! You deserve a song that begs you to sing along. We’ll keep you updated on the album’s release date!

Villagerrr Share Burnout Video

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Looking through this year, Darling Records has had some solid successes; they released the wonderful Merce Lemon LP, and now it looks like they’ve got another hit on their hands with this gem from Villagerrr. This brand new single follows up on the success of Tear Your Heart Out, and I love the way the song embraces this feeling of yearning; it feels as if it’s stretching out, emotionally, to find the listener, any listener. This correlates to some of the messaging that plays into the lyrical cycle, with lines like “reach out and touch me/someone is here.” In a world where isolation sadly pervades, find solace in this new little ditty.

Gus Baldwin and the Sketch Prep the Sketch LP

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Gus Baldwin and the Sketch are one of my favorite acts in the Austin scene. They have this sweat dripping tenacity that reminds me of an early Jay Reatard, rushing through songs as if possessed by some supernatural punk spirit. The song below’s been bouncing around for a minute, capturing, as best you can, the live energy of the group. This tune pops up with the news that they’re announcing The Sketch, their new album, dropping on January 17th, perhaps as the first best record out of Austin that year. Plus, a fun fact is you can play 7 Degrees of ATH Records with the band, but perhaps only I’m in on that story. I’ll save it for another day, while you crank the volume up!

Prism Shores Announce Out From Underneath

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Meritorio Records have been one of the most consistent labels in my life the last few years; this year alone I’ve bought records from SadEyed Beatniks, Best Bets and am hoping to get that Jim Nothing record soon. But today, the label announced the signing and release of a new LP from Prism Shores. The Montreal act is new to me (shame on me, I know), and I was almost instantly hooked. There’s this lurking familiarity I haven’t quite placed yet, and perhaps you can hear it yourself, but it’s this steady pop bounce that feels like you’re a punk mixologist, fusing the Red Pinks and Purples softness with a little bit of a harder jangling sound. Sharp and comforting, I’ve had this tune on all morning long. Out From Underneath drops the day after my January 16th birthday in 2025, so if you want to get me a present, you know what to do.

Boyracer Share Ode to Graeme Downes

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If you don’t know Graeme Downes, well, I can’t help you there. But, maybe by turning on this new single from Boyracer you’ll be able to get the gist of why the songwriter is held in such high regard…enough to warrant an ode of sorts. Musically, the band have tuned down their energy here, and I mean that in the best way; they’re still manage to have an understated jangle and a sublime rhythm section, but it very much feels like Stew and company have embarked on the ballad route for their latest single. Riley throws in some velvety backing vocals throughout, maximizing the lure of the melodic tootsie roll at the center of the tune. Seaside Riot is out via Emotional Response this Friday!

Opera Share Forget Single

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A new label and a new band get highlighted in this here post; you’ve got Broken Palace Records, which was started by members of Stray Fossa, plus Opera is a new act popping up in the Boston scene. When I pressed play, I was definitely drawn to the brooding nature, setting up a shadowiness that achieves the perfect juxtaposition with the vocals. Those vocals sparkle at first, little glimmers of light, but once the groove settles they begin to shine, providing this lightness to the sound that could easily be spun into a huge pop hit for the masses. Keep your eyes on the group, as they have an EP on the way, and congrats to the new label!

Assistant Share Song for Jil

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After having been away from one another, Assistant have returned in the last few years with a flutter of activity, and there’s another LP on the very near horizon. Their latest tune, a trickling pop ode to songwriter Jonathan’s mom, is the perfect appetizer for Wednesday pop musings. At times, there’s hints of bossanova, though it would also be easy to kind of hear how their softness fits into the modern realm of indiepop. Still, listen closely at the beginning as the group undertakes their own sparklier version of the Clientele, creating a landscape painting with their musicality. Their new LP, Certain Memories, will be available on November 17th via the good folks at Subjangle.

Levitation Interviews: Strange Lot

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Levitation Festival kicks off on Thursday here in Austin with a great lineup of bands coming into town for shows going down all over downtown. It should be another good time to catch up with some old palls while hopping between venues near and around Red River. As things are now just a few days away, we’ll try to sneak in a couple more of these interviews before you head out the door. Today we are pleased to share with you another set of getting to know you questions from our local pals Strange Lot. Hit the jump for more.

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