Author: nathan.lankford

Perfect Angel at Heaven Share Desire’s Opening Single

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Over the last few years, bands like Perfect Angel at Heaven have really found pay dirt by sort of crafting their own melting pot of indie rock (the good sort, not your dad’s NPR-core style). In that, I mean that the group, and similar acts like Spirit of the Beehive, have sort of taken elements of punk and guitar pop and noise and power pop and emo, throwing them altogether to craft something that feels familiar yet fresh. On this single, there’s this almost post-emo math rock element, with dancing guitar lines and vocals that border on edginess; the song moves in and out of that, bringing in more melodic pieces to the mix. About midway through, they crunch that pedal and distortion shimmies right into the picture, bringing in a a wash of heavy ambiance to juxtapose the softer underbelly. At times its a groovy jam and at times its a bit noisy, but its always good, which is why I suggest you rock out below, then be sure to look for the group’s Imploder EP next Friday (8.11).

Tony Jay Announces Perfect Worlds LP

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Scenes across the US musical landscape tend to move from time to time, and as of the last couple of years, there’s not been a place I’ve gravitated towards, musically speaking, as much as San Francisco. Today, one of the Bay Area’s biggest labels announces a new release by one of the best bands; Slumberland Records will be releasing the next Tony Jay LP! Now, who is Tony Jay? Well, rumor has it that the band is loosely tied to Michael Ramos of Flowertown, but he’s not singing here, so perhaps the vocals have been leant to video director and Cindy powerhouse, Karina Gill? Most importantly, this song feels like that perfect late night lullaby; it hangs in your brain, allowing you to walk between that realm of reality and deep deep sleep. While it all starts with soft vocals over a subdued beat and a ringing guitar note, there’s a turn to a steadier strum that changes the melodic nature, and it will most certainly take your breath away. Look for Perfect Worlds to drop on September 15th.

Brontez Purnell Announces Confirmed Bachelor

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Fresh on the heels of the excellent Jaboukie 7″, Brontez Purnell is ready to return with a new full length LP, Confirmed Bachelor. With that, you get a fresh single, introducing Brontez new solo stuff, and man, I just love the way this song unfolds. It kicks off with these huge riffs ringing around Purnell’s voice. The drums snap in quickly, and the track quickly begins to have this playful bounce to it, but mid-track, there’s a pause and then this striking swirl of guitars feeding back through your speakers, shattering the pop structure just a bit as the tune filters towards a stomping close. Twist and turns and hooks and noise; this tune has it all. Look for Confirmed Bachelor via Upset the Rhythm on September 15th.

Soft Science Share Kerosene Video

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When I first started listening to the new stuff from Soft Science‘s new LP, I really thought they sounded like our ATH gaze-pop act Blushing. Similarly, the group draws from a heavy wash of feedback and pummeling drum work, but then you’ve got to sort of peel that away to find the sweet candy center your ears and heart adore. That being said, Soft Science employ more of an indiepop vocal; it’s got that soft crispness that made us fall in love with acts like Heavenly or Luxembourg Signal. They’ve also got some great guitar work in the middle that really opens the song up a bit, almost nodding to more of a 90s alternative feel. So, while they’ve definitely got similarities to things I adore, I appreciate they’ve really stepped out to make the sound entirely their own. They’ll be releasing Lines via Shelflife/Fastcut/Spinout Nuggets on September 8th.

 

Salad Share Too Good to be True

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Let your mind drift a little by listening to this tune from Thailand’s Salad. It’s brevity is striking, as it feels like the band have packed this stunning emotion right into your ears. It’s a light little wayward battle, with hints of guitar sliding through your speakers, and these really gentle notes that are so delicate and charming that I couldn’t help but to share with you immediately. That said, there’s really not a lot out there in terms of the band, so hoping you can enjoy what little we have, as they’re definitely winning me over with this single.

Stranded Drop Aftermath Single

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A love for old school Britpop and dance-oriented pop is turning Stranded into an absolute force to be reckoned with, at least in my ears. David Mansfield project will be dropping Velvet Trace at the end of September, but just let this new single wrap itself around your brain. It begins with this heavy bit of beat work, that sort of trip-based groove that resonates with electronica and psychedelia fans alike. Thumping drums and beats build, only for this guitar line to knife its way in, joined by another that jangles and dances within the confines of the track. Mansfield has these weary vocals, almost as if they are coming from a faint distance or run through a tin-can-with-strings; it adds this sort of musical texture that deepens the heavy trip you’re going to take when you click play. And, add to that, the brevity, and you’ve perfected the craft; there’s no need to take that song beyond four minutes, as some acts are wont to do. Velvet Trace drops September 25th via Grey Market Records.

Slow Burning Electropop from Fake Fever

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Wednesdays always feel like you’re half way there, yet you can’t quite take that step to get to the weekend…that could also just be my general state of being with one foot straddling the past and the present. Anyways, my mood this morning gets a little accompaniment by way of this Fake Fever tune. Andrew Barnes days in heavier bands has definitely lefts its mark, as this track is all about the build; it adds textures that make you feel as if you’re slowly climbing some treacherous mountain. The weight is heavy on your back, but you keep trudging forward, and when you get glimmers of vocals, you can feel the sun on your face, the brightness of the pop structure shining through. Fake Fever will release Inside the Wall via My Pet Flamingo on September 1st.

Diners Release Someday I’ll Go Surfing

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You ever come across a voice and it just feels like somehow its speaking to you? Well, each time I press play on a track from the new Diners LP, I can’t help but think of Blue Broderick’s vocal charms. Musically, there’s this sweet simplicity, with the focus stemming on the steady chug of those twinkling guitar riffs; it makes sense that the new LP was produced by Mo Troper, as this track completely builds along similar Troper territory, twisting good old fashioned rock styles into undeniable hits you can’t get out of your head. Classic pop rock never goes out of fashion, especially when its executed this well; Domino is out August 18th via Bar/None Records.

Onyon Announce Last Days on Earth

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If you’ve not got German band Onyon on your radar yet, might I suggest traveling back in time to revisit their self-titled debut from 2022. If you’re already hip to it, or just looking for something new, Trouble in Mind Records just announced a fresh LP is coming from the group in October. Personally, I love the way the song sort of hits you with these thumping drum beats and this warbling wayward guitar line; the guitar line continues while another more angular note rings in, adding to the tension as the track seems to pogo about in your brain. When the vocals first enter, they do so in this cavernous mode, creating this ominous feel that pervades due to the growling bass line. As the track progresses, there’s a little more emphasis hitting, with the vocals almost operating as a call and response to the musical textures bounding in your ears. If you’re into cool vibes, then check out this ripper; Last Days on Earth is out October 13th.

Sundozer Shares Debut Single

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We’ve always gotta keep our ears to the speakers in terms of Austin acts, as it seems there’s constantly something we can dive into, like Sundozer. Honestly, I don’t know a bunch about the project, other than its relatively knew, considering this is their debut single. This track has a bit of that late night chill to it, albeit washed over with hints of dream pop and jangling notes; you can hear the guitars dancing all around as the wash of synths coats the song’s core. Whispering vocals crest and fall into the track, sinking into the mix while the rhythm hits giving off just a bit of a kick to the tune. It’s a bit of everything, be it bedroom pop or indie pop, perfect for late night chills or daydreaming at your window.

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