Category: Tunes

The Cords Deliver I’m Not Sad

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When powerhouse labels like Slumberland and Skep Wax unite for a release, you better believe that there’s something great in store, and the Cords continue to deliver on their early promise with this springy little pop number that I’m playing on repeat over here. It’s a short number, so the duo waste no time, smashing in with a rush of guitars to the head and a smattering of drums. A chorus of “ba ba ba” is an easy way to get a sucker like me drawn right in, and its done with such precision that you can’t help other than to be swept up in the joy that seeps through your speakers. Their self-titled LP will be out on September 26th.

The Telephone Numbers Bring Out Ebb Tide

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After what most of us would consider a remarkable year, Slumberland has one final monster hit to give us (as far as I know!), so we’re here with a new track from The Telephone Numbers. Unlike the first single from Scarecrow II, this one’s got a little more of an expansive feel to it; there’s slide guitar gliding on the horizon, not to mention a settled pace that seems to open the song up a bit. Thomas’ voice throughout this single, yet again, takes on some fascinating notes, particularly when he stretches into the “ebb tide” moments of the chorus. Then the whole band flexes their musicianship to draw it to a close, leaving us with another breathtaking ditty to enjoy. Scarecrow II is out October 10th.

Sachet Share the Source

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After last year’s The Sewing Machine EP, Aussie outfit Sachet have polished off the last batch of tunes they’ve been working on and offer them to us in the new Taipei Learner EP. This food obsessed video accompanies a brand new track, showcasing the twisting brand of rock n’ roll the group bring to listeners. Lani Crooks’ voice has this variation that seems to walk its own path; it plays with a dreamy punk attitude at times, only to turn towards a bit of indifferent snottiness that’s set up to match the group’s jagged riff work. Those riffs jump back and forth between angular stabs and warmer walls of distortion, all of them subject to Crooks’ vocal prowess. Be sure to order Taipei Learner before it drops via Tenth Court on October 31st.

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Sorry Share Echoes Video

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This song from Sorry dropped yesterday and quickly racked up streams on my end. It’s difficult to arrive at what it is that makes me fawn over this song, but for starters, the vocal work, particularly in the rolling of the chorus remind me of Life for Buildings or Love is All; it’s a unique vibe that’s lively and hints at the personal. Musically, the track seems to have two levels, with a brooding bit of indie rock operating as the core, while the arrangements behind it give the track this huge vibes that’ll have you playing it as many times as you can today. This tune is on their new album, Cosplay, out November 7th via Domino.

Villagerrr Sign on with Winspear

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Earlier this week I mentioned the crushing of indie rock beneath the feet of Winspear; they’re the label behind Winter and Teethe, and they’ve just added another ATH fave to their roster, agreeing to work with Villagerrr to reissue a Deluxe Edition of Tear Your Heart Out. I didn’t think they could really improve upon the original LP, but they’ve gone and added 5 new/unreleased jams for the deluxe edition, including this sweet jam we’ve got hanging out below. It’s a light little number, an area where Mark Allen Scott excels, though he gets a little help from a friend as Feeble Little Horse‘s Lydia Slocum provides an excellent vocal duet role, making me wonder what else could the band have in-store for those other four tracks. Guess we’ll all find out when it the Deluxe Edition hits on October 10th!

Ivy Drop Heartbreak Video

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Over at the ATH offices, we’ve been pretty excited about new music from Ivy, so whenever a new single leaks out into the world, you can bet that I’m all over it. On this new one, it’s a bit of a rousing stomper, using a stomping drum beat to establish the rhythm of the tune. But, the employment of a horn section also provides a similar bounce that gives a spritely drive to the track itself, leaving lots of open space in between the lines. That’s where the group excel, with jangling guitar lines popping in and out, all the while letting the cool breeze of the vocals blow across the top of the mix. Traces of You comes out on my kid’s birthday, September 5th, courtesy of Bar/None Records.

BRNDA Drop Blenderman

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For all the ins and outs of the art punk scene, the nerdier and odder they go, the more I clamor to get my hands on it. Take, for instance, this new BRNDA track. It’s got the obvious bounce and plod that operates a natural rhythm, feeling like the bass line is crawling all over your furniture as the vocals echo off the walls in your living room. The band employ a matter of fact approach in that realm, occasionally hitting all the right notes when the whole group join in to provide backup vocals. It’s reminiscent of recent releases from acts like Bodega, albeit with a bit more cleverness being packaged for enthusiasts of the genre. Total Pain hits on September 12th via Crafted Sounds.

No Peeling Ask Can I Pet That Dog?

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There is a long history of punks and hardcore kids kicking out frantic jams in a short span; I think of acts like Tony Molina or Snooper (or the band I worked for, These Enzymes!) who’ve garnered a lot of love recently. Well, let us introduce you to No Peeling, a band working on the same process, cranking out these smashing punk vibes in a super-jittery fashion. From the moment you press go, they rush in with smattering of drums and these riffs that seemingly dance about in the cramped musical space. There’s a coyness in the vocals, which creates a sense of playfulness that certainly accompanies the on-going question of “can I pet that dog?” The Nottingham outfit are offering their No Peeling EP via Feel It Records on September 5th; surely you’ve got time to cram 7 songs into 8 minutes!

One Final Marissa Nadler Tune

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As I spend my morning bouncing all over the musical map, it feels fitting that we should also slide into this striking Marissa Nadler tune before her new album drops on Friday. The black and white video accompaniment sets the cinematic nature of the track right before the listener; it almost feels like the tune was written for the video, drifting as images melt into the new, with Nadler’s voice cloaking it all with the resonant beauty. Each careful musical note seems placed lightly, careful to greet the audience with emotion, only to open it up as Marissa let’s her voice coil around your brain. Such a striking tune, and yet another reason to grab New Radiations, out Friday via Sacred Bones/Bella Union.

Soft Pop Intrepid Release Pause

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Feels like a minute or more since I’ve really had a proper dream pop number cross my email, but this tune from Soft Top Intrepid is pretty special, so of course, here we are giving you a new earworm. I’m a big fan of a proper set-up, as long as there’s a reward…the hook this go round begins to sprinkle in around the 17 second mark, finally delivering the bounce and rhythm at the 30 second mark. Light guitars dreamily dance in the distance while whispers of vocals drift in and out of the front of the mix; I loved the little synth stabs too, perfecting the approach in a way that’ll keep me circling back for more listens.

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