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Last Week’s Jams (2.10 – 2.14)

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It started off a little slow and strange, but those keeping their eye on the prize knew we’d be in for a crazy end to the week, as there were releases dropping left and right. We skipped the album cycle to mostly focus on fresh singles, though we gave nods to records that came our way by the likes of Frog, Horsegirl, JJ Sweetheart and a few more. They’ve all got some great individual tracks in this great playlist, but we’re starting you off with Lowmoon‘s new jam, which is the perfect nostalgic bit of dream pop, which then moves right into Club 8‘s most recent banger. Some longer tunes rom Echo Delay, Cross Record and Consumables are within, but we tried to balance that out with some little joys. Also, don’t forget to check out Michael Maly’s review of the recent MJ Lenderman set at Emos!

Tom Lark Wants to Rock & Roll Baby

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Don’t you just love that new artist smell? We love discovering new things around these parts and my daily discovery comes from Shannon Fowler who makes music under the moniker TOM LARK. Today he has shared with us this Americana soaked, upbeat number called “Rock & Roll Baby” and I suggest you check it out below. He will hit you with nothing but good vibes, featuring an upbeat, poppy, and somewhat twangy tune.

This track is part of the new TOM LARK album entitled Moonlight Hotel. That one is out on April 4th with pre-orders live now.

Lowmoon Drops Won’t Change Your Mind Video

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Been a bit all over the musical map this morning, with a little of this and a little of that, but really excited for the dream pop vibes on this new single from Lowmoon. The Yorkshire-based project is certainly crafting some nostalgia, albeit in a much more modern presentation. Drums have this snazzy sharpness that creates this rhythmic pulse that glues all the pieces together; you get jangling guitars and melodies galore that climb through your speakers, all of it working well within the delightful contrast of the two vocal styles on display. This is the perfect Friday dance track you’ve been seeking, and it’ll be on the new Cathedrals LP, out April 25th via Safe Suburban Home Records.

Tom Henry Drops Art House

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While you’re getting bombarded by all the great releases today, you’ll also find some little treasures in the music world of singles, like this new Tom Henry track. Something in the craft of this song finds me reminiscing on my childhood growing up and listening to 50s rock n’ roll songs, though you can also kind of hear bits of Costello or Lowe in the delivery. That natural boogie inclination shouldn’t be discarded, with a ditty-worthy exploding in the chorus where you’re drawn into a classic doo-wop vibe; you’ll want to grab your Valentine and swing them about your living quarters. Henry will release Songs to Sing and Dance To on June 27th via Royal Oakie.

Vulture Feather Shares Flesh and Electronics

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Today’s the day my friends, as you can finally enjoy the entirety of the new Vulture Feather LP; the band have been hit on our radar with earlier singles…and there’s one more big bold statement to stream below before you dive into the entirety of the LP. Something about the thundering nature of the drums and chug of the guitars continues to remind me of the good era of Wolf Parade, though they’re tossing in a lot more angular riffs, filling the song with this anxiousness that is swept up perfectly by the soaring drama of the vocals that howl throughout. Enjoy the tune below, and if you dig, go stream the It Will Be Like Now HERE; it’s out today from Felte.

Frog Shares Top of the Pops Var I + Releases New LP

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As early members of the Frog Fan Club, we’re contractually obligated to share any and all future Frog pieces. Today, the bands releases 1000 Variations of the Same Song, though I’m not entirely convinced these are all the same song. But, as it’s release day, let’s jam on one of the many great songs, “Top of the Pops Var. I.” When I first heard the song, it was the guitars that sucked me right into the tune, as the repetitive grind was reminiscent of something you’d find on the earliest Pinback records; it was a nice little musical treat, especially when juxtaposed with the high octave notes that hit on the vocal side of the pond. Now, this is just one little sample of the new work, so be sure to stream the whole album HERE; it’s out today via Audio Antihero.

Echo Delay Give You A Moment of Joy

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There are a lot of really great albums coming out this week, and for me, the one that’s probably sliding under your radar is this new LP from Denmark’s Echo Delay. They’re playing with psychedelic tropes, particularly in the first minute of guitar noodling here. But, then while that aura maintains the status quo, the vocals come into play as a kind of quieted public speech; they’re seemingly spoken, rather than sung, with some vocal effects creating this disorienting gloriousness you’ll dive right into. So, if slow burning psychedelia seems to be your thing, sneak around through the caverns of The Second Bardo and you’ll be sure to uncover treasures!

JJ Sweetheart Share Cinnamom + Drops Big Things

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If you go back nearly a decade (yes, we’ve been around that long!), we first met JJ Sweetheart when he was part of France Camp. But, today, he dips his toes into the solo realm, releasing his Big Things EP. When you click on the button below you’ll hear one of the attractions that drew me to his earlier work, which is this soulful tinge of pop; he spins it here through a sort of lo-fi bedroom manifesto, with a soaring chorus that really highlights the magic you want to find in a great pop song. In a sense, it feels like early Generationals, spun with a little bit more of a DIY ethos. Enjoy below, then pop to hear the rest of the EP at Bandcamp.

Cross Record Drops God Fax Video

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While the fragility of Cross Record‘s work was on full display with Charred Grass, the new single from the forthcoming Crush Me illustrates the artistry Emily and company have put into the new album. In the opening minute and a half, you get this punch in the gut, this sort of musical equivalent to losing your breath as Cross sneaks her poetry into the distance. There are moments when the sound is so discordant that you can’t even believe that it’s Cross Record, but perhaps thats the point, as the lyrical content seems to revolve around a somber moment. Crush Me will be out on March 21st via Ba Da Bing.

The Saxophones Return With New Single

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Oakland husband and wife duo The Saxophones have been gracing the pages of our site for near on 10 years at this point and they hold a special place in our ATH musical timeline. Through all of the singles and releases, To Be a Cloud from 2023 was seemingly the pinnacle of the group’s growth and evolution. But just when you think a band can’t possibly offer you more, they go and release a beauty like this new track “Burning with Desire.” It has a real loungy and chill vibe to help ease you in to this gloomy morning. Without mincing further words, I’ll just recommend you hit that play button below and enjoy.

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