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Friday Album Streams: Allo Darlin, Karl Frog, The Wind-Ups and More

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A lot of really great music dropped today, and, well, we’d be poor stewards of the underground if we didn’t point you in the right direction for some of these new releases. You get indiepop legends returning after a lengthy absence; you get a bit of a modern take on the Pastels; try on an eccentric crooner; and end up with a little noise pop. You can’t go wrong with any of these releases, but as always be sure to support the artists and labels!

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Pleased to Meet You: Spotless Souls

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Fresh off of celebrating their Europa League triumph, our friends over at Soliti Music have just picked up a new artist to keep our eyes on: Spotless Souls. Their debut single is out today, and it drops a hint that not all dream pop should be treated equally, or elegantly. This Finnish quartet have adopted the cavernous sound on the genre, but instead of overflowing the front of the mix with noise, they’ve pulled back a bit, letting vocalist Alina take the spotlight. Don’t get me wrong, her vocals operate in the dreamy category, but by letting the chime of the guitars sit behind her, there’s a larger focus on the siren-esque performance. Look for more from the group in the near future!

Day Friend Drop Blackout Single

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Over the last year or so we’ve been hyping up Austin act Day Friend; they played our SXSW show with SOTO, then dropped the rad “Brainworm” single. Today, there’s a fresh tune that I’m particularly excited about; it’s got a bit more of a pensive post-punk nature, taking time to stretch out the guitar sound a bit. But, don’t think they’ve gone soft as the cymbals and drums still smash through the mix, and you can hear this slight little growl on the vocals. But, if you stick around, you get to hear a little plot twist, which is one of the many reasons I love the group, as they take on more of an explorative psychedelic beat blasting off towards the track’s close. Be sure you jam this one.

Michael Beach Releases I’m Gonna Need Ya Video

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I will admit that when news broke of a fresh Michael Beach record, I wasn’t sure where he would be going with his new sound. I knew I’d like it no matter where he went, musically speaking, but man, his troubadour performance on this number is pretty special. Of course, being a man about Australia, he’s gathered some really special artists to bulk up his sound, as you can hear in every little detail filling out the space throughout this new tune. There’s a little bit of blues in there, but also kind of a hint of solitary songwriter, like a Cohen. While the sobering theme and sound are omnipresent, the song gets a lift and a rattle around the 3 minute mark, where Beach reminds folks that “I’m gonna need ya!” Big Black Plume is out July 25th via Goner/Poison City Records.

Thanks Light Return with the Valley

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It was just a few weeks ago when Austin band Thanks Light were making RayRay and I nostalgic with their ode to Costa Rica. And, they’re right back at it with another fresh single from the current cycle, this one hitting more of a traditional indie folk sound. You get a steadily marching drum to open the tune, awaiting its union with light strings and a barroom piano line; it’s subtly uplifting, yet solemn once the heavier tones from the vocals sweep into the picture. They ride those moments up until the chorus, where gang vocals lift you up so as to swing you right back into the tilt-a-whirl feel of the verses. Another solid number from the ATX homies.

Juan Wauters Shares Mutuacion Video

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I think the first time I covered Juan Wauters was in the way way back, stretching back to 2013; his music was poetic and inspiring, and at the time, fell right in line with the indie scene. But, since those early recordings, we’ve seen Juan jump towards his routes, discovering the rich history of his own Latin American heritage and then incorporating it into his remarkable craft. A little over a week ago he dropped MVD LUV, an album he recorded from his birthplace in Uruguay; it’s an album that illustrates his history and his current trajectory. There was something in the guitar of of the tune below that reminded me of early Cohen, albeit with this Latin balladry tethered. I beg you to listen in to the lyrical moment that kicks off at 1:20, as its one of the most special moments here that sets the tune into this celebratory mood. MVD LUV is available now via Captured Tracks.

Tan Cologne Get Trentemoller Remix

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The latest album from Tan Cologne, Unknown Beyond, has only been available for a few weeks now, but having made a connection with Trentemoller, the legacy of their new record carries on with the aforementioned artist’s reworking of album closer “In Resin.” For the first few minutes, it sticks pretty near the original mix, though it strips some of the ambiance for a more delicate piano line that offers the song a bit of rhythm. Once the original time stamp is reached around 2:44, the song begins to take off, allowing Trentemoller to explore the negative space of the track. The piano holds the song stationary, the vocals get wrapped again and again, but the ambient notes sparkle in the distance, building a deep texture that’s sure to fascinate. You can hear the rest of the record on all the streaming services, available now from Labrador.

Obligatory Die Spitz Post

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Austin quartet Die Spitz are all the buzz in our fair city. Admittedly, I have a hard time writing about them, as I taught several of the members when they were wee tweens listening to Twentyone Pilots. But, I’m proud of them, and their recent signing to Third Man Records indicates their meteoric rise; I know our friend Marc from THEMM is an absolute huge fan. So, here’s a new single and video from their forthcoming LP, Something to Consume. They’re over in Europe right now if you’re looking to catch them at a show, or if you’re listening, click play to hear what the buzz is about.

Gino and the Goons Announce Split LP w/ Chinese Junk

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One of my favorite things about the American punk rock sound is that it was a no frills bit of belting, at least the sort that I gravitated towards. This new tune from Gino and the Goons completely embraces that sound, making it the perfect escapist banger for this early morning. The thumping of the drums works a furious pace into the mix, allowing for the buzzsaw guitar sound to hit you smack in the face; it’s best if this song is listened to at maximum volume in order to clean your ears out! If you’re digging it, the band just announced a split with Chinese Junk for Big Neck Records.

Pea Sea Share Silloth Green Video

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Felt like opening up today with this new Pea Sea track is the perfect way to get you feeling that weekend boogie, albeit from a UK indie outfit. I think the backbone of bouncing piano keys gives the tune a solid energy, keeping the track light while the guitars are able to work a solid growl into the mixture. Christopher Rollen has a solid vocal delivery too, but my favorite piece of his performance is when he lets it kind of rise and fall into the chorus, like when he howls “silloth green” for the first time; it’s a moment in time that makes the track worthy of returning to again and again. The new album, A Pyke of Patina Slate, is out next Friday via Sea Records.

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