Author: nathan.lankford

Prewn Shares Another Track from Through the Window

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Admittedly, Prewn was not an act on my radar until they signed with Exploding in Sound for their forthcoming Through the Window LP. But, as soon as I heard Izzy Hagerup’s voice, I was mesmerized; there was something so distinctively haunting that I couldn’t get it out of my head. Now the latest single provides that same emotion, her voice rising and falling brilliantly from with the confines of the stripped down approach. While the tune has this cavernous feel, it eventually erupts into this cacophonous world of explorative folk that bends and turns as Hagerup puts her voice on full display. Look for the release to drop on August 25th.

Grimson Announces Climbing Up the Chimney

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When Grimson was a young child, he began to pen the ideas of what would turn into his latest track, “Round Trip Ticket;” it was a track detailing the separation of his family across continents. But, as his songwriting proficiency advanced, notes and details turned into this fully fleshed out bit of baroque pop. From the start, there’s this swelling bounce that tosses you on the saddle and ushers you into the track; it gives the song this steady beat, allowing for the rest of the arrangement to really fill in the details. And what a great job there, as sweeping strings and Grimson’s Beatles-esque vocals seem to wrap match that bounce and build in this stunning texture. If you’re digging it, Climbing Up the Chimney is the name of the new LP, and it hits on September 1st.

Faith Healer Share I’m a Dog, Prep New LP

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With a handful of releases under their belt as a duo, Faith Healer opened up the doors to some like-minded friends, creating a record that feels as organic and natural as it does creative and fresh. The first single from the group’s forthcoming The Hand That Fits the Glove is filled with self-loathing, as Jessica Jalbert chronicles how her Catholic upbringing left her feeling “like an unruly dog or some kind of trapped animal.” Still, the track has this natural buoyancy to it, whether that’s the marching rhythm of the snare drum or the dreamy swirls in the musical lollipop that run amok in the background. Jalbert’s steadied voice has this brilliant pull to it, like the guiding light in the midst of everything the group and their new players have put down…even that jamming boogie that pops in mid-track. If you’re looking for growth and pop spirituality, grab the new LP from Mint Records; it drops on October 13.

New Music from the Austin Scene: A Giant Dog, Food Group, Rival Waves and Friday Boys

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Just like the rest of the world, the Austin scene is just pushing out new music on the regular, and as we look forward to next week, I’ve got a few rad releases to make sure are on your radar. Obviously, one of the names and singles is already out there on everyone’s radar, but check in on what’s going on in our local scene…got some post-pop punk pop rock (Rival Waves), exploratory indie (Food Group) and some old school punk (Friday Boys)…but it’s all damn good.

Food Group – Thee Fantastic LP

Friday Boys – Depressed Gang Single

Rival Waves – A Meaningless Chaos LP

A Giant Dog – A Daydream Single

Soft Covers Share New Single, Announce Debut LP

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If you somehow managed to slip by Soft Covers and their 2020 EP, it’s probably a great place for those of you who appreciate “well-loved pop.” Now, we’ve got the excellent news that the group will be releasing their debut LP this Fall. This track’s just gets me in my feels, offering up a bunch of light jangling notes and rolling drum beats, all the while you’ve got harmonizing vocals cruising through to add that extra touch of charm; I swear I got goosebumps when they first united after verse one. Homely pop for those who love to be warmed over from the comfort of their domicile; Soft Serve will be out on October 6th on Little Lunch/Hidden Bay.

Check Out Panic Pocket’s Ode to Mr. Big

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I dare you to find a catchier ode to Sex and the City (and Mr. Big) than this new single from Panic Pocket. Driving distorted rhythms and snappy drum fills pave the way for Nat and Sophie to let their vocals intermingle. Of course, there’s a playfulness to the tune, particularly when you listen closely to all the S &C nods, though they seem pertinent in any romantic pursuit as well. All this said, and I can’t come back to why I love Panic Pocket; the vocals seem diametrically opposed; you get a sort of steady deepness in one voice, and a punkish riot girl growl on the other, set against one another in a manner that allows the joy to shine right on through. If you’re digging this, you’ll likely dig the group’s Mad Half Hour, out now via Skep Wax.

Enjoying the New Alexei Shishkin

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As much as we wish we could cover it all, you’re bound to miss a thing here or there, which is why I wanted to be sure you checked in on the latest release from Alexei Shishkin. Despite Shishkin’s known allegiance to the Doug Martsch songwriting academy, I really think he’s stretched himself into some territory that puts him nearer towards the likes of Jeffrey Lewis or Calvin Johnson, especially if you take the single below as an example. It’s got this DIY aesthetic that you’ll pick up on immediately, but the wordplay and wit has this subtle charm that should keep you coming back to Goodbye Sunrise.

Last Week’s Jams (7.31 – 8.4)

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I really thought we knocked it out of the park last week, covering 25 different tunes. But, it looks like we decided to one-up ourselves and post 26 for this week’s Last Week’s Jams collection. We got some of our favorite labels and bands putting out fresh new stuff, like new Tony Jay on Slumberland and new Onyon on Trouble in Mind. Plus, our friends at Keeled Scales are putting out a new LP with one of my favorite Texas songwriters, Will Johnson. All that and we haven’t even talked about how great that new Smashing Times single is. As much as it can be a challenge to cover it all, feel like we did our damndest to bring you some of the more deserving hits you might not find where the cool kids hang out.

Stream New Albums from Gaadge, Annie Hart and Dippers

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It’s Friday, and you obviously know that Bandcamp has the goods; I myself have already spent a nice little amount on things, with probably more I’ll need to grab as the day goes on. So, with that, here’s a few albums that popped up today that we’ve mentioned already in our single coverage, but hope you’ll spend a little bit of time with today…or maybe you’ll call them our Bandcamp Friday Recs. Do whatever, just enjoy some great new music on Friday.

Gaadge – Somewhere Down Below (Crafted Sounds)

Annie Hart – The Weight of a Wave (Uninhabitable Mansions)

Dippers – Clastic Rock (Goner Records/Tenth Court)

Another Tune from the Garment District

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When we were last covering music from the Garment District they were blending psychedelia and bits of disco to kind of create this cool amalgam of pop vibes. This time, they’re straight into the pop realm, kicking out a thumping groove from the get-go. It allows the tune to have this magical pulse to it, lifting the listener as it leaves plenty of space for the guitars and vocals to enter. When they unite here, the track twists into more of a kind of futuristic dancefloor hit, spinning you in circles as the guitars shuffle and the vocals kick in this swirling euphoria. Once you near the songs end, it sort of sputters into this bit of exhaustion, letting the listener grab a breath while closing up the doors. Flowers Telegraphed to All Parts of the World is out on September 22nd via HHBTM.

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