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Lutalo Celebrate The Academy Deluxe Edition with Cracked Lip

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What better way to celebrate the one year anniversary of your debut album than by throwing in a few new tracks and re-imaginings of the original? Well, Lutalo and his label Winspear are doing just that, and the track below is brand new to all of us! I love how the liner notes acknowledge an adoration for Rob Crow, which is something that I adore, not to mention notice every time I listen to the guitar lines. The little melodic wiggle at the 1:18 mark adds a nice little textural touch, as does some of the more spoken vocal deliveries. If you’re into grabbing the new LP, the Academy Deluxe Edition is out on September 19th.

The Beths Share Mother, Pray For Me

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While the earliest transmissions from the Beths were energy-filled guitar pop at its finest, the opening notes of their latest single drop in a bit of a left turn…though that shows a willingness to take some risks on their newest LP. This one mostly operates in the most simplistic form, working with carefully picked guitar notes and a gentle vocals from Elizabeth Stokes. The track feels (and has been acknowledged) as if its more about Stokes own connections and understanding of her parents, particularly mother; it’s a relatable subject matter, as we all get tend to evaluate our parents and our upbringing as we grow. A quiet tune that adds depth to Straight Line Was a Lie, out August 29th via Anti.

Snooper Go Worldwide

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When it rains it pours, and with so much good music dropping today, we wanted to be sure we didn’t forget about Snooper. The group have gained hordes of fans due to their exuberant live shows filled with stage props and more! Their return comes with a blistering piece of punk, thundering through your speakers with that huge growl from the bass. I know the live show and the frantic nature tend to get all the applause, but Blair’s work, particularly in the “As-ASAP” delivery is a reminder that the band wouldn’t have the draw without her sensational delivery bringing in hooks galore. They’ll be dropping Worldwide on October 3rd via Third Man Records.

Shaki Tavi Unleash Lip

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The last month has had a lot of great coverage on Shaki Tavi, and admittedly, I’m always a few days late to the singles, but I’m on my game today folks! This brand new single just blows your hair back with sheer volume; your ears will certainly be left ringing if you don’t watch the volume knob carefully. To me, this single reminds me a lot of acts like Hum or Far from the late 90s alternative scene; they were loud and abrasive, but their songs always revolved around a melodic center, as you’ll hear in the single below. The way they’ve balanced the noise with the vocals in the mix works perfectly, and you can certainly hear why the masses are paying attention to the joyous noise coming our way. Minor Slip will be out on August 15th via Felte.

Cyan Pools Announce Ecstatic Visions

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When you get a press release that claims a band is “unbothered by trend or zeitgeist,” you tend to approach such claims with skepticism. But, when listening to this new Cyan Pools single, I can hear that statement ringing; they sound a little bit like this, but also a little bit like that, and not a moment feels formulaic or phoned in for the masses. There are weird moments when it almost feels like prog-rock, using the vocals to kind of tip-toe around the track bit by bit. Then, it explodes into this euphoric chorus, which in a way reminds me a lot of the late 90s emo/pop punk (I don’t mind that one bit), particularly in the intermingling of the vocals. They’ve announced their new album Ecstatic Visions, which drops on August 29th via Dandy Boy Records.

Dragnet Drop Alta Vista Single

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Frantically racing into a tune is the right way to go, if one were to ask me. Dragnet clearly know how its done, rushing right in with the feuding guitar lines stabbing at one another, with one a little more open and expansively jittery. The furious rush of the drums will certainly beg you to try and keep pace, and you’ll be surprised at how seamlessly the vocal delivery fits into the production, especially as the tune can feel like it’s spinning out of control in the best way imaginable. This is the second ripper we’ve heard from their forthcoming Dragnet Reigns, which drops on August 15th via Spoilsport Records.

Nuclear Daisies Share Toad Single

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What does one do after spending years in the shoegaze/dream-pop realm? Well, like many peers, you pivot to some of the earlier sounds, much like the folks in Nuclear Daisies are doing on their latest single. Sonically, there are elements of the current dreamy genres, though the distortion/feedback seems more like a curtain than an interactive piece; it’s the backdrop atop which the group layer Alex Gehring’s vocals and this 90s electronic groove, straddling the past of acid house and presenting it in an updated fashion. This is the latest glimpse at their new album, First Taste of Heaven, which will drop this Friday via Portrayal of Guilt.

Goodbye Wudaoku Share Only Questions

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Over in Manchester, Goodbye Wudaokou are prepping their sophomore release at the end of the Summer, and what better way to celebrate than by sharing a brand new single. This song’s energy should grab you immediately, letting the snap of the drum drive the rhythm while the guitars angle and jangle their way through the tune’s core. Mat Mills has worked up some great arrangements this go round too, using a slight little synth wash and some backing vocals from his partner Desiree Xu, each little nuance furthering the delights you’ll find lurking for you. Look for the new LP to drop end of August via Subjangle.

Immersion Announce WTF???

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Monday inevitably opens you up to all sorts of vibes, but one vibe I’m always ready to get behind is Immersion, the duo of Colin Newman and Malka Spigel. I was fortunate enough to catch them at this year’s SXSW, and their mesmerizing performance elevated my affection. Today, they announce WTF?? with a brand new video and single; it operates in much the same way their previous work has, putting poetry atop carefully curated sonic structures. There’s a it of propulsion in the beat work this go round, but I’m really drawn to the light wave of ambiance that kind of blankets and pulls back on the tune. The duo will release the new LP on their label Swim on September 26th.

Welcome Strawberry Drop Desperate Flower

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The ever-evolving work of Welcome Strawberry is always something that lures me into really deep listens; I don’t think they’ve delivered the same packaged sound once, and for that I’m grateful. If you listen to opening track “Fragrance Net” you will almost instantly notice that there’s this clarity to the beginning of the record, working more in a pop realm with an airy feel, as opposed to some of their earlier buzzsaw guitar moments. That said, you can take songs like “Doings of a Wraith” or “Check Scractchers” and you can see that the underlying sentiment to their songwriting is omnipresent, but they’ve repackaged it, keeping their sound fresh and interesting ere they grow stale. All sorts of vibes await those who press play on Desperate Flower; it’s available now courtesy of Cherub Dream Records.

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