Author: RayRay

Hella Catchy New Tune From madfolk

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Sometimes as we get lost in the indie tunes and mellow usual stuff, it’s nice to find something straight catchy as hell and simply fun to enjoy. This is what you’re going to get with this new track called “Katherine” from the Toronto based upstarts madfolk. It’s a energy filled mix of garage meets pop-punk with an insanely “ear worm hole” inducing chorus sure to brighten your day. They’ve recently signed to Royal Mountain Records so more info is sure to come in the future.

Mellow Bedroom Pop From Daniel Danger

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Boston based artist Daniel Danger is one of those creatives who you KNOW though you might struggle to place why you are immediately familiar with the name. For starters, he is a truly incredible visual artist who has created some stunning artwork for big name bands, movies, and personal pieces focused on social commentary. Check all his work here. Or maybe you know him from his time playing guitar in the emo/screamo band The Saddest Landscape? Point is – the dude is crazy talented.

This piece is about a new solo project Danger has been working on, which he originally recorded at home back in 2021. While not many folks heard those original recordings, the album entitled The Casper Mask, was remastered and sent for vinyl pressing (all variants up for pre-order now). Our focus track from the 11 song LP is “Omnichord” and features some guest vocals from John Bradley, formerly of DADS. I love the super emotive, bedroom style to it as it evolves and works its way into your heart and mind. Dig on it now.

RayRay’s Top Songs 2025

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Much like Nathan, I feel like our days in the blogging world are numbered as we continue to see others in the game either falter, put up gaudy pay walls, or liter their sites with intrusive ads. We’ve said it before, this is all just a labor of love for us, and maybe this is why we can press on when others end or drastically change – it’s all just fun for us, our livelihoods don’t depend on it. So we’re gonna press on and keep doing this thing until it starts feeling like real work, and we hope you’ll continue to stick with us and maybe, just maybe enjoy our rambling. And yeah, year end lists are cliche and silly, but a song playlist is enjoyable for me (see keeping the joy is important). I’ve loved diving into playlists from folks I trust, and hopefully you will enjoy my attempt at trimming my favorites down to 100. We consume TONS of new music on the daily, so while 100 may seem like a lot, in our world, it is not. Hit the jump for list and playlist links.

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Draag Back With a New One

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Drag is another band who left a lasting impression on me during SXSW last March having seen them put on their show more than once during the week. After a promise of new music in the coming months, the band has delivered with this impressive new tune called “Miracle Drug.” I love the play here on twee meets screamo and I think the band are truly diving into new territory that other bands only attempt to hit. It’s pretty rad.

This track is part of a new EP entitled Miracle Drug which is due out on January 23rd.

Instrumental Jam From The Olympians

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With the passing of the legendary Steve Cropper yesterday, my heart and mind lean into his music and ground breaking guitar style. So no, this isn’t a post about Steve, but more about the passing of the torch for new groups to carry on those oh so soulful sounds. Of course Daptone comes to mind when thinking of modern soul, and this instrumental jam called “Honey Bea” from The Olympians is packed with a slick, soulful groove. This one definitely focuses a bit more on the horns as it slides through an epic 4 minute journey of smoothness and soul vibes. You’ll want to check it out below.

This track is part of a new LP entitled In Search of a Revival, which is due out February 13th. Pre-orders are live now.

Say Hello to Tiberius

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Tiberius is a band hailing from Boston, who despite their NE location, create this sort of twangy style of Americana drenched indie rock. This track, “Sitting,” will serve as a perfect introduction as it gives off hints of early Centro-Matic with real reverby vocals akin to say Jim James. It’s a lovely track filled with some truly beautiful moments locked within. Dig it.

This track is part of a new full length entitled Troubadour, which was released a couple weeks ago. You can check out some purchase options via bandcamp.

Adios Cometa Release Luminosa

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Lankford and I have always had a special place in our DNA for Costa Rica as both of us spent a ton of time there in our younger years. While I am sure both of us would agree, most the music in the country leaned toward a certain style most of the time, so it’s refreshing to pick up on this noisy, reverb laden Costa Rican band Adios Cometa. The quintet released a critically acclaimed LP last year entitled Nuestras Manos Son Incendios and continue the steady output with this new track “Luminosa.” I love how this thing kicks in super heavy from the get go and doesn’t try to mess about. The screaming near the end is a nice touch too.

Adios Cometa will release this track as part of a new album called Un Destello de Luz which is available for pre-order now via Steadfast Records.

MX Lonely Announce Debut

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I’m catching up on things after a trip to the PNW and paused on an email today with news of a long awaited debut LP from one of my long time favorite New York bands, MX Lonely. While we chatted during SXSW in March about the much needed physical release of guitar player Jake Harms solo EP from 2018, lead singer Rae also made mention of new music incoming this fall. Today her promise holds true with the release of this new track “Big Hips” along with live pre-orders for their debut full length All Monsters. If you’ve yet to check out this band, this is a perfect time to get on board.

MX Lonely’s new, debut LP All Monsters is available to pre-order now via Julia’s War. Those ship out in February.

Twin Shadow Still Brings It

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While combing through some new music this morning, I realized that it has been a super long time since we posted on our old pal Twin Shadow. He has certainly been busy over the years, but for whatever reason, the music hasn’t been mentioned here. Today his new song “Love Gently” really stuck with me as I am easing into my chilly morning and finding my way through the day. If you’re in a similar sort of mood, I think will find some chillness here along with mellow beats and an overall nice groove. We apologize for the absence.

Twin Shadow will release this song as part of his seventh full length entitled Cadet. You can go ahead and pre-save that one now.

Enjoy More Jams From The Convenience

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New Orleans based duo The Convenience shared their stunning album entitled Like Cartoon Vampires this past spring and you should definitely give that one some time if you have yet to do so. You should also pick up a physical copy if you’re feeling it, just saying. This is of course a news site, so outside of my prior fandom, the band just shared this new track today called “Angel.” It’s truly a lovely bit of songwriting in a sort of Americana vein with a delicate, yet still driving and powerful, touch. Definitely one of my top bands of the year. Stay tuned.

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