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Friday Album Streams: Lunar Vacation, Kal Marks and More

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Dropped the ball last week, and there were several notable releases hitting the streets, at least on my end (Dummy and Mythical Motors). Plus, there were some solid releases dropping this week we wanted to remind you of. This section just needs the streams and the links, so you can make up your own mind! Stream and buy the stuff below!

 

Lunar Vacation – Everything Matters, Everything’s Fire (Keeled Scales)

Kal Marks – Wasteland Baby (Exploded in Sound)

Nada Surf – Moon Mirror (New West Records)

Dummy – Free Energy (Trouble In Mind Records)

Mythical Motors – Seven is Circular (Self-Released)

Alec Andre Shares Holy Dream

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To be honest, we don’t know too much about Alec Andre, though the Mexican American artist works the influences of his background into his work, drawing from Brazil, Americana and Mexico to build this sound we present you below. For those of you who followed acts like Tim Cohen or Cool Ghouls, this is something that fits perfectly in that vein, hitting a little bit of psychedelia and then churning it out like some haunted balladeer sitting lonesome in the desert. Simultaneously haunting and moving, so be on the look out for the forthcoming Holy Dream EP.

Roller Derby Share Ready to Forget

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If you’re seeking out perfect pop vibes on this Friday morning, might we direct you towards Germany’s Roller Derby. The band are frequent visitors on our site, and their latest single lives up to our continuous support, dangling another superb chorus that keeps you circling back. They’ve always had this style that feels like it could rush off into pure jangle pop territory, but somehow, they manage to pull it back just enough to set up that huge chorus that absolutely stuns every time it comes into play. Really hope the increased output of late means there’s something as special as this track on the horizon.

Jim Nothing Share Wildflowers

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While a great deal of Jim Nothing‘s remarkable catalog has felt more introspective, almost like private listening parties for fans of ornate guitar pop. That said, this new single is just a blaster; it sounds huge and anthemic from the get-go, so be sure you crank this one all the way to 11. The guitar set up is huge, almost entering in like some late 70s arena rock, though the band manage to stay close to home with the vocal delivery, pulling strings that send the melody soaring in this wistful manner that circles back to the song’s reflection on past and present memories that make you smile. The new Grey Eyes Grey Lynn LP is out on Meritorio Records on October 18th.

Fascinations Grand Chorus Share Summer Love

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While the Summer season may be drawing to its close (please God please!), it looks as if Fascinations Grand Chorus are yet to give up on the dream, as today, they drop a brand new EP brimming with sunshine and warmth that will hold you over through Winter. It’s a nostalgic sound, one that sees the group really hitting on traditional harmonies and sonic vibes that would make Brian Wilson proud. Still, they spin the entirety of their style through a modern indiepop lens, giving it the slightest playfulness that almost feels like they’re giving the fans a little wink as they dance down the beach! Give Summer Love a listen!

Wussy Announce Cincinnatti Ohio

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If you were near the Internet yesterday, I hope you heard that Wussy are back, after a six year gap and the passing of guitarist John Erhardt. His role in that band built in a texture that made the group almost a rare gem in the scene, but perhaps that’s where the band picks up on their latest single, reflecting on the way John and others have impacted us, even when they’re not on the other end of the telephone. Musically, there’s a rollicking rock nature here, something that has this natural drive and punch to it, albeit with a quieted ambient wall behind, allowing the emotion to crest amidst heavy textural builds. Really looking forward to hearing how far they push themselves; Cincinnati Ohio is out November 15th via Shake It Records.

Porridge Radio Release A Hole in the Ground Single

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Something about Porridge Radio just reeks of emotion, making their work some of the most moving from the indie rock scene at the moment. When this song jumps right into the fray, it was the lonesome string work behind, bellowing behind Dana’s voice, adding to the delicate nature wherein everything feels like it could crumble before your ears. In a sense, it reminds me of early Wolf Parade, when everything felt dramatic and in the way choruses would crush you, though there’s more sincerity here, perhaps as you feel the emotion seeping out of Margolin before you. Clouds in the Sky They Will Always Be There For Me drops on October 18th via Secretly Canadian.

TR/ST Share Performance Video

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This bop bounced through the other day, but I missed it, mostly due to just being generally overwhelmed by the world as a whole. But, I love the world TR/ST is creating on the newest LP, which drops on Friday by the way! Early works were marked by this almost club banger sensation, but from what we’ve heard, there’s more attention being given to shadowy elements of the club…the dark corners, unlit patios, bathrooms, etc. It gives a little bit of life to those edges, offering up a nice beat element that continues to unfold as the angelic vocals drift throughout the room. For some reason, there just feels like a bit of isolation resonates here, but in that, there seems to also be comfort, like you’re okay if you find yourself dancing alone. And you are. Look for Performance this Friday via Dais.

Deary Announce Aurelia EP + Share New Video

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Deary dropped on our radar with a pretty moving debut EP, and they’ve been sprinkling the musical landscape with little hints at what’s to come. Today, they finally announce a new release, the Aurelia EP, accompanied by a new video for “The Drift.” When watching the video, and thinking about concepts, it’s an interesting viewing that perfectly matches the musical ascension of the track. The joyful couple, playfully co-mingling hits with your lighter dream pop sound, and smiles abound, both for listener and the actors. But, the song eventually breaks into new territory, and that’s when cracks begin to appear, and perhaps a drifting away from one’s self, thus the final revelation of the video. A nice cinematic touch to a band that continues to impress. Aurelia is out Novemeber 1st via Sonic Cathedral.

The New Tigers Return with Saba

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It’s been quite some time since we’ve heard from Finnish outfit, the New Tigers; they last dropped Do Xao in 2018, but today they return with a bit of an expansive single. In this song, they’re working with a style that’s probably aligned to the various soft and experimental shoegaze outfits, letting their guitar notes meander and wander through the wilderness of the world. But, while musically they’re evolving, they also turn to a less traditional fashion for the vocal piece, using a bit of sampled voice to run the course of the tune. Perhaps this is a hint of more good things to come, so keep your eyes peeled on their label, Soliti for more updates!

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