Lorelle Meets the Obsolete Share Ave en Reversa Video

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We’ve got to keep our International readers happy, and with that, we turn towards Mexico’s Lorelle Meets the Obsolete. Earlier this summer, the group released Datura, but today I’m stoked to share a new video from standout “Ave en Reversa.” I was hooked from the opening, dropping in this angular line that kicks in enough pop to it that you can’t help but bob your head as the hi-hat shimmies in the background. Singer Lorena moves inside those notes, playfully maneuvering with this relaxed cool that carefully drifts atop the tune. As things progress, those angular notes get a bit sharper as the band start to flex their post-punk tendencies and creativity; see the pulsating midtrack breakdown for a prime example. But, just as easily as they slide into that, they creep right back into the melodic vibe, closing out the song in style. Datura is available now via Sonic Cathedral.

Mesh Key Records to Release Inu’s Don’t Eat Food

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I’m really glad that streaming and Bandcamp have enabled folks to unearth gems and build a brand new audience, such as Mesh Key Records. The label, based in NYC, specializes in bringing to light underground Japanese artists, like late 70s/early 80s act Inu. The label will be releasing Don’t Eat Food, which originally appeared in 1981; it’s crazy to hear how locked in the band were to what was going on in American college scenes, despite the lack of Internet and other sharing services. I love the frantic vocals of the opening track here; it reminds me in an odd way of a caffeinated Jello Biafra, though musically there’s a stronger lineage to more angular sounds. Crazy how strong this recording sounds nearly 40 years on…just goes to show you the longevity of great songs. LP versions of Don’t Eat Food drop on October 6th! Don’t forget to check out the rest of the Mesh Key roster while you’re at it!

Breeze share Heart Attack Waiting To Happen

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Ya, I’m with ya, pondering a life without Harry Kane, heart attack pending. But Breeze‘s late-90’s dark synth jam puts a focused head nod into motion to distract you from whatever may consume brain cycles. Several contributing genres, from early techno’s synth loops and plinking hooks to darker New Wave’s vocal harmonies and guitar/bass riffs, the track comes at you from multiple directions. Josh Korody leads a strong group of contributors to build the band’s forthcoming release, Sour Grapes, that will land 10/6 on Hand Drawn Dracula.

Echo Ladies Share Coming Home Video

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Malmo trio Echo Ladies have been heavily featured on our site as of late, but there’s something a little different on their latest single. Previously, with other singles from Lilies, they’ve toyed with a dark nature, but on this one, they’ve completely crossed over towards the dark side. Every layer of the track seems weighed down by reverb and distortion, building this huge wall of noise that surrounds Matilda’s voice. And, try as she might, the vocals can’t escape the dark grasp of the tune, with the vocals almost pleading to escape this noisy, musical cage; it’s the perfect little pop contrast to make sure you fall in love. Lilies is out on September 8th via Rama Lama Records.

Lost Film Share Another Single

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Never a bad day to come across new music from Lost Film, particularly as we know there’s a new LP in the very near future. This track was really interesting; I kept spending the first 20 seconds or so thinking of Pavement, but as soon as Jim Hewitt enters the picture with his voice, the song immediately sinks into a more subdued landscape. That softness pervades through the entirety from that point on, with those little classic 90s guitar noodles wiggling their way in and out of the tune. Safely landing the song in that guitar pop landscape just seems like the natural step for Hewitt’s songwriting, illustrating all the work he’s put in to fleshing out Keep It Together; the album will be out on September 15th via Relief Map Records.

Bobsled Team Drop Analita Single

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Having taken some time off to sit back and work on new music, Belfast’s Bobsled Team are back with their first it of new music since 2021’s The Colours Blur. The duo don’t waste any time here trying to get their hooks in you, entering on the back of a bounding drum roll that pushes you right into the joyous vocal intro. Really, all they need are these vocals; the song soars as the vocals intertwine, then overlap, all the while rising and falling to meet up with the rhythm. This song just exudes energy, so turn it up and indulge your sweet tooth!

Plastic Mirror Share New Single

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I was first introduced to LA’s Plastic Mirror last summer when they had this delightful single that seemed to drop out of nowhere, and they’re back again with a couple of two new tracks. Their first EP had this broad pop approach, sort of letting the layers and the song structure play of the negative space to build emotion. This go round, the band seem to have employed a bit more urgency within, as there’s a newer pulse that pushes the track forward. The band’s allegiance to rally grand pop structures, circa mid90s Britpop, is still omnipresent, and as you listen, you’ll feel the anthemic nature of their craft when you hit those chorus bits.

Elephant Stone Return with Lost In a Dream

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Having dropped a few of their more exploratory pieces already this year with the Dawn, Day, Dusk EP/Single, Elephant Stone is continuing their path through the forest of psychedelia. Listeners get pulled in quickly by the snappy drum work; it’s propulsive in nature, thus providing the guitars plenty of space to move in and out of the dreamier realms. Velvety vocals were prescribed, but as much as I love them through the verses, there’s a really striking moment at 1:20, shining a ray of sunshine right into your ears that completely melted me. I’m continuously impressed by the band’s ability to grow and turn back on themselves some 14 years into their career, consistently carving their own path in this musical realm.

Get Moving With Freedom Fry

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The French-American married duo Freedom Fry has long been on our radar for their danceable, indie pop gems. While pumping out tons of hits and seeing songs placed in multiple hit shows and movies, the group also released a stunning EP entitled La Soire.Now trying to close out the summer with a potential song of the season jam, Freedom Fry just released the new single “YOLO” earlier this morning. If you weren’t up and on your feet already, this jam is sure to get you moving along to the beat.

The 1981 Share Notebox Single off Move On LP

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Spoken word samples and a ringing guitar line pull you into your speakers when you press play on the newest single from the 1981. Soon enough, the drums kick on here and build this stomping brood that recalls some of the early Jesus and MC power hooks. But, then a cymbal crashes and the track turns more melodic momentarily, bridging the gothic structure with a bit of understated cool. I love the way the vocals really churn here, reminding me of all the loud guitar acts from the late 80s/90s that never turned away from bringing in melodic vocal hooks that kept you coming back again and again. The band will be releasing Move On via Dandy Boy Records on August 18th.

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