Category: Tunes

Colleen Shares Mis Armas Se Habian Caido al Suelo

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For whatever reason, I’ve been digging a lot of minimal electronic work lately, and perhaps that’s why I’m fascinated by the work of Colleen, a French composer who places their own limitations on their craft as a means of challenging both self and audience. Perhaps I’ve misinterpreted the title, but the openness of the tune seems to correspond to the nature of the title, roughly translated to “My weapons had fallen to the floor.” For me, tying those components together, both thematics and music seem to imply a sense of surrender, a sense of giving yourself to the world. Felt like that was the perfect way to subtly enter the fray on a Thursday. Look for Libres Antes del Final, releasing on March 20th via Thrill Jockey.

Accessory Share Safeword Single

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I missed out on the first new Accessory single from the projects forthcoming album, so I wanted to make sure that I swung by and dropped a few poorly written words. This song doesn’t waste much time swinging into a solidly light little jangle, snapping at the listener as Jason Balla’s voice calmly cruises; there’s these momentary bursts of really bright ringing notes that shoot out, and shine with the melody. Thematically, it’s a relatable topic about being drawn or attracted to something so deeply that you lose yourself in that moment, potentially needing a “safeword” to find your way out. Really excited to hear Dust when it hits on April 17th.

Season 2 Share Becomes a Dream Video

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New on the Melbourne scene is super rad quintet, Season 2; they’ve signed up to release their debut with powerhouse (and ATH fave) labels Upset the Rhythm and Spoilsport Records. We’ve already heard on of the lead singles, and here they are twisting right back with this infectious ditty. There’s a natural bounce to this tune, and its immediacy will have you tapping your toes and shimmying those shoulders as you get to work today. I love the interplay between the various vocalists, pulled off without losing an ounce of speed or emotion; they get a 10 out of 10 on vocal execution! Mid track, the guitar begins to cascade and wiggle looping us right back to the sugary sweetness that sits at the tune’s core. In the end, the video shows a joyous outfit having fun sharing their energy with you, and you can’t ask for more. Well, you can if you grab the Power of Now, out on April 24th.

Dusty Lucite Share Heroic Dose

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A few years ago I caught wind of Portland’s Dusty Lucite, an artist crafting a unique blend of garage rock and pop nods, all tossed in a blender with a decent dose of quirkiness and psychedelia. Today, I’m pleased to bring you a new single from the project, and this go round, it sounds as if they’re channeling some of the deeper vibes of the psychedelic realm. There’s this stop-and-go rhythmic pulse, with a bit of a sultry vocal curl beckoning to the listener to come a little deeper inside the tune. Where others would explode and make it easy, I appreciate riding out the feels on this and locking into your own groove. It’s what makes Dusty Lucite their own vibe.

Swapmeet Sign to Winspear (SXSW Artist)

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It’s only a few weeks away at this point, so we’re going to start churning out (I hope) lots of solid content around one of my favorite festivals, SXSW. Luckily, sharing the single below allows us to shine a light on a new signing for Winspear, plus give you a new name on your list of acts to catch if you happen to be in town: Swapmeet. The Aussie outfit only have a handful of tunes available, but they’re already making waves, and this latest tune should be a warning that they’re going to be a force to be reckoned with. I love that they balance a brash bit of noise with a pop sensibility, using the verses to draw you in before the release of walls of feedback that blast in your face. Folks want songs that are loud and fun, and you won’t hear one better than this today. Expect an LP later in the year.

Ceremony Release Live LP

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We here at ATH love Ceremony. We covered the band a ton in our earliest years, and raved about their set at Fun Fun Fun Fest in 2013. Through the years, the members have worked on various projects, intermittently coming together for a single or two, here and there. But, they’ve mostly been quiet, save a 7″ in 2022, until yesterday. They just dropped Live at the Hollywood Palladium, a 20+ collection of live recordings from their 2024 sold-out show. Even with crowd noise being filtered through the recording, the tunes you hear offer a glimpse at the tenacity of Ross Farrar; my brain sees him stalking the stage like a madman, and I start to get the itch for my own personal circle pit! This live LP is available now, courtesy of Relapse Records.

Mary Ocher Releases New Single

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Sometimes you encounter a song, and despite where your brain might be, you can’t escape the magnetism before you; this is where I meet German artist Mary Ocher. Her latest single, and album, focuses on a minimalist approach, using a dominating bit of piano and her voice, tugging at your emotions with elegant arrangements that sweep across the left and right speakers. When this tune opens it does so in bounding fashion, and Ocher almost feels joyous and playful, hopping on the back of each deliciously sharp note. It’s a striking song that I just can’t escape, and it’s magic is waiting for you to press play. Look for Weimar on March 13th.

The Twilight Sad Share Another Track

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…and it is beauty of despair, hope and vulnerability. The Twlight Sad’s full length release due March 27th, the first in seven years, is titled IT’S THE LONG GOODBYE. I hope this isn’t actually agoodbye. Where else will we get this mix of noise, layering, strength and sadness? “Attempt A Crash Landing – Theme” starts quitely and then unleashes the noisiest riff of the three tracks released, so far, all the while striking a balance with elegant synth flourishes and strings that haunt.

On the topic of the album, James says, I want to be a relatable person that talks about things that can happen and give an opportunity for people to go, well, youre not alone. I want people to be able to listen to this record and hear that it comes from a place of raw emotion. The album is an opportunity to share my experience and move forward with my life. Yep.

Adult Share R U 4 $ale

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I dive into a lot of synth punk and synth pop, but among all that, the approach of Detroit’s Adult is always in its own realm. Like the lyrics of this tune, “the chaos is what they want;” they cross between frantic beats and discordant blips that make their sound seem otherworldly…and just on the edge of being completely anti-pop. Nikola Kuperus’ vocals provide an extra layer of discord, alternating between seductive and purposeful yelps/howls that drive home the band’s messaging. Their aim here: “to meet a burning world of greed and disarray with defiant, and masterfully assembled chaos.” No one is doing it quite like they do, which is why we’re itching to hear all of Kissing Luck Goodbye, out March 27th via Dais Records.

Sluice Share Zillow Single

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After spending years really indulging in folk-based rock sounds, I took a bit of a break; the genre perhaps got too reliable, and perhaps didn’t match my angst in the world. But, the more I spend time with Sluice‘s new LP, the more I realize it’s exactly the sort of calm sea in this storm that is the present. Justin Morris voice has this sincere fragility that’s completely fascinating, reminiscent of our friend Chase in Marmalakes; I love the way Morris able to hang his voice on the edge of a syllable, suspending it right before your ear. The string arrangement sweeps across the tune perfectly, clearing out a pathway for the listener to sit in peace as Morris and company do the rest. They’ll release Companion on March 27th via Mtn. Laurel Recording Co.

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