Author: nathan.lankford

New Music from Kisses

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Seeing as I don’t currently live in Australia, it’s hard to keep up with the continually fruitful music scene, particularly that of Melbourne. Luckily, there are folks like the good people of Bedroom Suck Records, always sharing their latest discoveries, like the band Kisses. The group are crafting a blend of indie folk and slowcore, not unlike much of the fog pop from the Bay Area, though you can clearly hear the folk inclinations in the Aussie group’s sound, particularly with that violin sliding up and down the track. I loved how even in the slowest moments, the song finds its own movement, with just little brushes of the drums and a billowing vocal that quietly stuns. Can’t wait to see what the group comes up with next?

Love Burns Cover Zimt

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Okay, so typically I don’t cover a lot of covers because covering covers can be cumbersome. But, this new cover from Love Burns covers lots of territory I adore, whether that’s the band itself (hi Phil), the band they’re covering, Zimt, or the label responsible for 2025’s great collection of cover songs, Kleine Untergrund Schallplatten; I love them all. One large difference you’ll notice instantly is that Phil has chosen to offer up the track in English, as opposed to the original German (you can hear the original HERE). Additionally, the sonic approach is quite different, with the new version stripping the tune of its rhythm section, inevitably making this more ballad than pop song; it also makes it sound an awful lot like a Robert Forster solo effort. If you love any of it, check out KUS or see if there are any copies of Stadtbibliothek left!

Pansy Share Walk Dangerous Video

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Really striking power pop songs are few and far between of late, but the best ones I’ve been listening to come from Pansy, the project of Vivian McCall. The band have dropped their latest tune, and already it’s getting rave reviews that we don’t disagree with here. Swinging guitar notes provide a charming bounce to the track, with vocal interplay adding to the crafty charms being employed throughout. I’m sure this makes zero sense to folks besides me, but it sounds like a weird mixture between Hunx and Built to Spill, with huge riffs and cleverness being belted out at every corner. Skin Graft is out this Friday.

Metrophobia Share Lena Single

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I didn’t have Swiss duo Metrophobia on my bingo card, but I should have, as I’m totally digging on their latest bit of blissed out pop. Just imagine the world of Jesus and the Mary Chain, but pull away the walls of distortion and reverb; you get this clarity, highlighting the natural melody that both bands work with. I love the brightness, highlighted by the blossoming guitar working beneath the buzzsaw grind. Huge vocals wash over it all, drenching this song in a warmth that certainly resonates on my end of things. If big guitar sounds are your thing, get ready to turn this one to 11.

Monnone Alone Shares St. Mary’s Pass Video

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Right as Summer hit here in Texas (well probably later, since Texas Summer starts in March) Mark Monnone and his Monnone Alone project released Here Comes the Afternoon, another LP of really delightful pop songs. Admittedly, I covered a single here or there, but didn’t delve too far into it, other than my own repeated listens. Today, there’s a new video from standout track, “St Mary’s Pass,” which harkens back to the steadied pop rock that Mark’s always brought his fans. The subtle horn in the song really cemented as one of my favorite recent pieces from the group, as it’s just this kind little blast that supports the vocal and totally endears itself to listeners. All of the LP is available now from Lost and Lonesome!

Bureau De Change Drop Marriage

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While the consistent pulse of post-punk makes the waves all over the indie sphere, I’m always looking for that one act that kind of rises above the noise and makes it completely exhilarating again, such as this jam from Bureau de Change. The UK outfit have dropped this jagged ripper, and sure, the vocals have that spoken drawl we’re all in love with, but their approach to the spikiness of the tune brought me a lot of joy. Plus, despite being married with kids, I can appreciate the satirical take on being in your late 20s watching all your friends get married off. Fun spin on the current clime!

New Single from Alex Andre

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Those of you seeking heavier vocal tones and a bit of a croon will absolutely love the sedated pop music of Alec Andre. I’ve mentioned him before, but the latest single has this beautiful patience to it, working atop a metronomic snap that allows Andre to stretch both the guitars and his voice. That guitar slide in the background is sort omnipresent, but distant, like it’s hanging on the horizon, forever a melody just beyond our reach. Plus, there’s a nice harmonica solo that feels natural in the setting and not overdone, so that’s the perfect all strung together to have a nice little pop tune to make your morning.

Just Joans Announce Romantic Visions of Scotland

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I had no idea that I was to expect a new Just Joans record in the New Year, let alone that they’d deliver one of the week’s most delicious singles to make the announcement. Once the opening segue passes, you’re introduced to this rolling joyousness, kicking off with an infectious rhythmic bounce that sets you up for one of my favorite choruses this year. Sure, it’s the classic simplicity of monosyllabic notes, but dammit if the execution doesn’t make you want to jump from your chair and just let all the demons escape through your fingers as you reach for the skies. We’re surely in store for a great collection of hits when Romantic Visions of Scotland drops on January 23 courtesy of Fika Recordings.

Nothing Announce New Record

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I reckon this song will be everywhere in the next hour or so, so wanted to be one with the masses and share in the joy of a new Nothing record. Their penchant for noise has not escaped them as they push for new territory, but they’re employing a similar, albeit slightly harsher approach, to what Dummy have been doing recently, bridging a love for dreamy noise textures with an undercurrent of electronica. Interestingly, this new single seems to have the two forces almost working against one another, with the beat work seemingly running in the other direction from the swarm of feedback and noise that crashes through your speakers. Looks like A Short History of Decay will watch as Nothing peel back the layers of expectations and go forward with new direction; the record drops in February via Run For Cover.

Runo Plum Delivers Another Gem

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There’s very few great records remaining on the release schedule for 2025, but one we’d like you to give your attention to is runo plum; she just shared one final single from her debut LP this morning. Opening with a careful strum and a whispered melody, the tune seems quietly personal, which is one of the various ways the various ways you’ll find yourself enchanted on the tune below. If you listen carefully, a light cymbal shimmers around the 27 second mark, and the strum begins to take on more force, all of it blossoming into striking pop euphoria around the 44 second mark. From that moment on you’re smitten, and you’ll find yourself wandering over to Winspear to grab a copy before next Friday’s official LP release of Patching.

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