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Check Out Coldwave’s Italia 06

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We’re already looking forward to the SXSW lineup, particularly as they’ve listened, relatively, to some of the noise surrounding their sponsorships (though the artist pay bump could still be higher). But, one of the main things I love, and I know a shit ton of folks who over look this benefit, is that it allows bands to apply for grants from their governments to come perform in our country…and Coldwave is one of the group’s just announced for a trip to our shores. The Australian band reminds me a lot of Shame, though they’ve got a larger group building in the texture, as you’ll see from this live video they recorded for “Italia ’06.”

The Sprouts Share Sometimes Single

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I was pretty high upon Eat Your Greens, the debut LP from Aussie outfit The Sprouts (2023), so hearing they’ve got a new release on the way is welcome news. According to the release, the six songs on the forthcoming EP were recorded at home, and while they’ve got that inclination to wear the private charms, there’s still something beyond special in this single. While perhaps I’m tethered to the video, it’s as if the song’s a lightly penned vacation soundtrack, perhaps crafted by a young Lou Reed and friends. Guitars are soft and wistful, and the underlying charm of the vocals just feels like a crisp cool wafting across your life. Keep your eyes out for the new EP, slated to drop in January.

Stream Pop Ray and Lorraine’s, the New Pop Filter LP

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We always standby our recommendation of anything that Pop Filter puts together, and today you can stream Ray and Lorraine’s, the group’s new record. I’ve been fortunate enough to have a listen to the record ahead of time, and if I picked a must recommend track, I’d go with “Documentary Footage;” it captures the rawness of a group, while still illustrating the focus they put in the arrangements. Tracks like “Strawberry” and “For Me” offer glimpses of a sort of Aussie brand of French pop, which I’m quite keen on. And, as per usual, with multiple songwriters, the tunes twist and turn, and you’ll turn over a new favorite track with every single listen. Enjoy the full stream below.

Stream The Hollow Husk of Feeling by Best Bets

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One of the great records I’ve been listening to over the last few weeks is officially out today, and you’ve got to just crank this one up to the max. Best Bets have delivered perhaps “the” hit power-pop record this year, delivering on the promise they delivered with On An Unhistoric Night. They added songwriting credits this go round from band member Joe Sampson (Salad Boys) and he’s infused this immediacy that blasts the hooks into your face the instant you press play. Seriously, if you do anything today, just listen to this record and revel in the pure joy you feel as you continue to turn that knob up to feel the power. The Hollow Husk of Feelings drops courtesy of Meritorio Records.

Coldwave Shares Double AA-Side

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I’m still here! At times I have been known to write about music and today the music oversharer in me had to drop this double AA-side release from Australian based upstarts Coldwave. A video for the track “The Ants” can be found below which has a very post-punk focus with some lovely horns to give it a sort of edgy meets Beirut vibe. For further listening, also check out the lengthier, and more contemplative track called “Italia ’06.” Both have something different and unique to offer and should get the band on your radar for good.

 

Pop Filter Share For Me Single

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There’s only about a week left until Pop Filter release their latest masterpiece (I’m assuming!), but they bring us one more single to illustrate just what makes their work so rewarding as a listener. Since they’re way way back as Ocean Party, they’ve always employed multiple songwriters, and in fact, every member has penned songs, so on the new single, they’re taking almost this sort of post-psychedelic dream scape route. They lock into a groove, aided by luxurious string arrangements, then the song sort of spreads out, slowly like a cloud of fog moving inland, lifting the listener as they embrace the melody. Just another reason Ray and Lorraine’s should be on your radar before its October 4th release.

Surf Trash Drop New Banger

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Prepping for another trip away and I was needing a bit of a boost in the ‘ol brain with some sunny and positive vibes. Luckily I have Australian upstarts Surf Trash to give me a little inspiration with their new single called “Tappin Into Magic.” You’ll find it gives off these great, sort of SoCal meets garage type vibes perfect for anyone wanting to get out and get some sun. I’m sure these dudes are plenty familiar with sunshine vibes.

This track is part of a new album from Surf Trash entitled The Only Place I Know which is out this Friday, September 13th. You can order it, along with some cool merch pieces over on the band’s website.

Miners Share Why Can’t I

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It’s been at least a day since we’ve gone and visited the musical world of Australia, but we’re back now that there’s this ripping new tune from Miners. While the tune itself is fairly brief, you get the feeling that they’ve accomplished so much in just over two minutes. Greeting you with walls of guitars, they quickly recede to let you hang in the joyous bounce of the drum work. You’ll hear a heavy coating on the vocals, giving them this mixture of play and haunting that begs you to just dive into the tune. And, for the chorus, you get a forceful punch, offering up the quiet loud dynamic that we all adore. Crank this ripper!

Pop Filter Share Exactly Where I Want to Be

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We’ve had a few energetic pop rock tunes from Pop Filter and their new LP, but today, you get a bit more of that slow burn that feels perfect as we stretch into the late Summer vibes. There are so many excellent moments on this singular track, you’ll be circling back to find your favorite little momentary nugget to store in your brain. Deep vocal tones? Sure. Bits of sweeping strings, carefully placed? No doubt. Meandering solo? Indeed. Joyous gang vocals? You bet. Put it all together and you’ve got this melancholic march that celebrates the group’s emotional consistency and celebrated unity as a band. This track is on Ray and Lorraine’s, the new LP out on October 4th via Bobo Integral.

 

Berlin Tourist Shares Get Out Single

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You know I like to pop over to Australia every now and then, just to check out what’s cool over there, which is where I discovered Berlin Tourist. This act is the solo project of Tom Lee, who, unlike many of his peers in the area, seems to be channeling a bit of Blank Dogs and other like-minded punk industrialists. An angular guitar line runs the musical show, while the synthesized beat helps keep the pace, pushing the guitars and the vocals to really go along with the fun. Maybe could use a little pump up in the volume, or some mystery, but a fun Monday jam to crank up around the house.

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