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Stream Adrian Marner’s Remember Yourself

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Adrian Marner first popped up on our radar last year with the release of his debut The College Years; he’s got a fresh LP out today via Zerowell Records, and it feels like the perfect record to cozy up with a partner as the weather begins to change. Marner’s voice offers up this intimacy that we don’t get quite as often as we did decades ago; “Too Young to Understand” feels like he’s working his way through his thoughts and also his craft, wearing the process of both openly. “Camera 2” was a spectacular single, and it’s setting in the record drives the lonesome nature of the number right into your heart. Pair that up with closing number “The Great Escape,” and you might find yourself feeling like your revisiting the early Bright Eyes records, where imperfections charmed with sincerity; this whole record is full of those moments as Marner continues to push his songwriting. I’ve been loving “Dreamer” and “Buckle Up,” if you’re looking for numbers to start with, to kind of sample the goods. Remember Yourself is streaming below!

Crank Up Drag Me Under from Velociraptor

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Friday has me all up in my pop feelings; I’m just wanting to have a little bit of fun today, bounce around with my kids on their post-Halloween high. We’re kicking it around the house, and I’m cranking this through the speakers, as Velociraptor just bring the hooks. You’ll probably make some connections to the last Strokes record, and if I’m being honest, I don’t mind that one bit; it’s got a little bit of nostalgia, a little bit of cockiness in its presentation. Crank it all the way, particularly when you hit the chorus with the band, and you’re going to be spinning in your room like my little kids are right now. Let’s have some fun, and if you want more, be sure to check out the group’s Computer Future LP, which drops today!

Whalers Return with Love & Drugs

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Our early days as a blog had lots of coverage of Austin act, Whalers, but as life goes on, folks get busy…though that doesn’t mean the band haven’t been sprinkling the odd show and track into the ether. But, today, they officially return with a smoldering bit of indie rock, and we’re stoked to hear from the group again. They set the song up carefully, letting a little guitar line dangle and dance around with the vocals; they add in a little textural ambiance, waiting for the drums to pick up the pace. From there, the tune picks up speed, much like one would expect from the narrative of the lyrics, when love and drugs take over a relationship; you’re caught up and swept away by the swagger and swing that drives you towards the end!

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!

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