Author: nathan.lankford

Seasonal Falls Prepare The Unbearable Loudness of Stupidity

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I first fell in love with Switzerland’s Seasonal Falls in the lead-up to their album, Happy Days; it was a record with some pastoral folk feels spliced with elements of bedroom pop. Next week they’ll be releasing their follow LP, The Unbearable Loudness of Stupidity, which I can only assume is a nod to America, right? Regardless, the album’s opener is the perfect indiepop feel, and its execution is something I’d put right alongside the best of the Lucksmiths. It’s a bouncing bit of folk-infused pop, working with this feathered vocal discussing a strained relationship where the narrator has built up a protective wall. For me, there’s this stretching guitar bit in the end that’s both forlorn and bright, which is the perfect summation of the vibes you’ll take away. Look for the new LP next week!

Touch Girl Apple Blossom Announce Graceful

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I’m a longtime champion of Austin’s Touch Girl Apple Blossom, and we’ve been patiently waiting to inform you of their signing to one of my personal favorite labels, K Records/Perennial. The legendary label has had their hands in some great indiepop, especially of late, and TGAP knock it out of the park on their debut single here. They drop in dueling guitar lines instantly, letting the jangles rip before Olivia enters the scene with her vocal performance; I also don’t want to overhype the angular guitar notes, as the group has a ridiculously solid rhythm section that builds the infectious nature of their work beneath the surface. Olivia’s vocals are picture perfect too; she has this great knack to sit within the rhythm, bouncing her syllables in unison, but these slight vocal twists like the tonal change at the 40 second mark just melt you to the floor. We couldn’t be happier for the group, and we’re looking forward to grabbing Graceful on May 15th. Also…they’ll be touring through March with Good Flying Birds, so keep your eyes out for a show near you!

True Green Share How to Draw Hands

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I got turned onto True Green a few years ago thanks to our friend Joe; you should check out My Lost Decade, if you haven’t already! But, this Spring the group have a brand new record coming your way, and another single has made its way into the world today, revealing the charms of Dan Hornsby’s songwriting. “How to Draw Hands” seems like a simple enough story of a young artists being instructed on how to create; it’s a story woven around careful little keyboard notes and stretched out psychedelic guitar notes that complete the packaging for Hornsby’s craft. Those of you still looking to fill that David Berman-sized hole in your heart will surely love Hail Disaster, dropping on March 24th via Spacecase Records.

 

Twin Bloom Share Magazine Dreams

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Feels like today is all about indulging in tunes that have longevity or lasting power, which is why Twin Bloom appeal to me (not to mention their association with Dandy Boy Records!). They’re skirting around the edges of various trends, be that dream pop or shoegaze, but they are approaching it with the mentality of good old fashioned hits. In this tune, you can hear brooding post-punk riffs and elements of bent, dreamy notes too, but I keep coming back to the vocal core, which feels bright, rooted in an earnestness you’d find in a great Teenage Fanclub chorus. A fairly new act to keep your eyes upon!

Deatcrash Share NYC Video

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I wish I still went on long road trips with a cigarette dangling out of my mouth, as this new Deathcrash tune is the perfect song for such a ride. The group operates in an interesting fashion, coming off (to me) like a pop version of McClusky; they have this British sentiment that offers sincerity in the most fascinatingly mundane fashion, and I’m totally here for it. That being said, they also embrace a cleaner, pop side of the rock industry, so you get the best of both worlds, especially if you’re turning your volume up full blast to bang your head with the windows down! Somersaults is out on February 27th via Untitled Records.

Luke Temple Shares Shake Me Awake

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Luke Temple is a shapeshifting songwriter of supreme genius, and yet, sometimes I admit that I take his continuous output (in whichever project) for granted. But, when I pressed play on the latest track from his forthcoming record, I was like, “holy shit, this is too good!” There’s this sort of art-punk fashion to it, both in the sharpness of the guitar stutter and the way Luke’s playing with his vocals in the verse; he switches it up too, which only draws me in further as the song struts about. Rhythmic and fun, and a reminder of his prowess; look for Hungry Animal via Western Vinyl on Friday!

Another Bop from Milano Flash

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I don’t think there’s ever a morning when pumping up the pop from Milano Flash can hit in a bad; they’ve got this timeless brand of synth pop, perhaps from years of honing their pop skills in projects such as Club 8 and Red Sleeping Beauty. But here, this is meant for late nights at the club sweat pouring onto the dance floor as you forget the worries of the day and immerse yourself in the pulse of the song. They hit you again and again with sharp synth stabs and the sexy vocals from Eleni Tzavara; its club music with enough sheen to make it super cool!

Bearhugger Share Infinity Stars

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Jeremy Joseph is an incredibly busy individual, participating in an array of acts from Daddy Lion to Glowing Screens; he’s currently working on his solo stuff under the Bearhugger moniker. This first single is a slow electronic burn, with the sharp electronic tones rising to the top, then falling into a twinkling mixture when the chorus arrives. I loved that there’s just this sedated feel to the tune, kind of like this pop homeostasis where we get to treasure our own emotions as we bask in the brightness of the melody. You’ll get to hear this song, amongst others, on the self-titled LP, which is being handled by Zerowell Records.

The Sleeves Announce Self-Titled LP

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Tara Cunningham and Jack Cooper are familiar names with the ATH crew, particularly as we’ve been covering Jack’s stuff since the UP days. Tara and Jack have been working together as the Sleeves (as well as Modern Nature), and Friday there was news of a new self-titled LP. Our sneak peek is a pretty stark adventure, with the band carefully plucking at the strings of their instruments, allowing the tones to sort of resonate and hang before moving to the next. Between the lines of those hanging notes you’ll find the muted voices of the two beckoning, calling you to sink into the solitary moment that is the song below. Look for their new LP via 12XU on May 8th.

Salt Lake Alley Announce Always Out of Time

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A ton of new music popped up on Friday, and since I was lecturing my students the whole day, I didn’t have time to cover the vast amount of great jams that made their way into the world. But, I’m circling back through emails and such, and here’s a batch of classic indiepop from Sweden’s Salt Lake Alley. The title track from the record is what you’ll hear first, using the jangling guitar shuffle before introducing the melodic vocal croon that slides into the picture (with blended backing vocals). If you’re the sort that wants more jangle in your indiepop, then perhaps you’ll go grab Always Out of Time from Shelflife/Too Good to Be True before it arrives on March 6th.

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