Ivy Drop Heartbreak Video

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.

Another Tune from the Feelies Some Kinda Love LP

On a day when there just didn’t seem to be a lot to fall in love with, why not go with the tried-and-true classics, like the Feelies covering the Velvet Underground. As I’ve previously mentioned, the Feelis will soon be releasing Some Kinda Love, a full album’s worth of live recordings of the band covering the Velvet Underground. For me, and maybe my ears are off a bit, “I’m Waiting for the Man” seems to have more of a rush in the percussive element; it just feels like the tempo is pushing a bit, giving the song more of a growl than I think the original carried. The double album will be released by Bar None on October 13th!

The Feelies Cover Velvet Underground

If you hop on this site from time to time, you’ve likely heard of both these acts, and now the Feelies have officially announced Some Kinda Love, a live recording of the band doing an entire set of Velvet Underground covers, now being put to vinyl! They’ve released their cover of “Rock n’ Roll,” which has me listening back to the original in a totally new way. I mean, the guitar riffs are there, buried beneath the Lou Reed cool curl; you maybe have to put that kick drum into gear and add some space, but strip it down and feels every bit a Feelies tune. I’ve been fortunate enough to get a listen to some of these tunes, and I’m quite partial to “Sweet Jane.” If Some Kinda Love feels like your thing, then get it on October 13th via Bar None.

 

Diners Release Someday I’ll Go Surfing

You ever come across a voice and it just feels like somehow its speaking to you? Well, each time I press play on a track from the new Diners LP, I can’t help but think of Blue Broderick’s vocal charms. Musically, there’s this sweet simplicity, with the focus stemming on the steady chug of those twinkling guitar riffs; it makes sense that the new LP was produced by Mo Troper, as this track completely builds along similar Troper territory, twisting good old fashioned rock styles into undeniable hits you can’t get out of your head. Classic pop rock never goes out of fashion, especially when its executed this well; Domino is out August 18th via Bar/None Records.

Pardoner Release My Wagon Single

Peace Loving People is scheduled for a June 23rd release, but I’ve already penciled in this new Pardoner for some heavy rotation at the pool parties. Okay, so those parties are in my backyard with my wife and my kids and our inflatable pool, but still! The tune just has this sipping-on-a-beverage chill to it; the kind of cool that makes you run your hands through your hair and soak in the world around. Now, that doesn’t mean it’s all sunshine and rainbows (or cool shades and pots of gold) as there’s definitely some great guitar riffs ripping through your speakers if you’ve got this one at high volume. Get ready for some pool jams, order the new album from Bar None!

Pardoner Announce Peace Loving People

Pardoner dropped Came Down Different in 2021, receiving tons of great reviews, deservedly, and I hear even more praise coming for their new album, Peace Loving People. This fresh banger is certain to catch on with the kids, as the distortion rings appropriately, supported by these huge power pop rock riffs and these lackadaisical vocal lines delivered in a haphazard manner. But, it’s all a set up. Just as the song seems to sedate the listener, it rips into action at the 1:36 mark, tearing through your speakers with this terrorizing rage of bombast and speed; you’re likely going to be shocked at the dramatic switch, but you’ll be better off for it! The new LP is out on June 23rd via Bar None Records,with a big old tour kicking off the first week in July throughout the US of A.

Friday Album Streams: Adults, Chorusgirl, RPPs + More

There have been some really great tracks that have all led us to the release this week, and we’ve spent some time hopefully supporting the stuff that hits the hardest, in our books anyways. Most of these, other than one, probably haven’t gotten as much hype as they deserve, thus, here I am to be that voice. So, I’ve collected those album streams and encourage you to go grab copies for your collection, as all of these releases are worth spending your time with today.

ChorusgirlColapso Calypso (Reckless Yes)

The Reds, Pinks and PurplesThey Only Wanted Your Soul (Slumberland/Tough Love)

Cozy SlippersCozy Slippers (Kleine Untergrund Schallplatten/Subjangle)

AdultsFor Everything, Always (Fika Recordings)

WinterWhat Kind of Blue Are You (Bar None Records)

Winter Share Good Video (featuring Sasami)

The closer we get to the release of Winter‘s new LP, the more I’m getting anxious to hear it from start to finish. Today, we get another glimpse at Samira’s songwriting, this time in a steady fashion that really drives home the melodic nature. It’s almost like a spiritual move, a mantra of being good, however that plays at. Sasami‘s vocals just beckon you, like a siren begging you to crash upon the shores of this glorious slowcore masterpiece. With all the folks having a hand in the new release, from Sasami to Hatchie, you know we’re in for one hell of a ride; What Kind of Blue Are You is out October 14th via Bar/None Records.

Winter Share Atonement (ft. Hatchie)

We had a feeling that Winter had something new brewing, and today the band announces What Kind of Blue Are You, and in doing so, builds on the hype by releasing a single with Samira and Hatchie uniting on vocals. There’s a heavy groove that rides the verses, giving this darkened acid wash to the dreamy notes Winter is known to craft. You’re seduced into the semi-primal groove, burrowing deep in the song’s emotional appeal. But, then you get spit right out as the chorus erupts in this hyper-joyous explosion; it’s clearly the song’s high-point, but I think it perfectly captures the mixture of vibes we’re to expect on this brand new LP. Pretty decent way to start off the album cycle, eh? What Kind of Blue Are You is out on October 14th via Bar/None Records.

Justus Proffit Shares New Single, Burning the Ground

Over the last few years, we’ve managed to get lots of coverage up on LA’s Justus Proffit, so I’m going to take sole responsibility for his signing to Bar None Records (that’s how it works right?); he’s also recorded an EP with Jay Som, so maybe it wasn’t ALL me. Alas, there’s now a really strong slowcore ballad for you to enjoy, with hints at a new record, plus an accompanying video to boot. The song’s got hints of Elliott Smith, as I’ve said before, where there are moments that Proffit’s voice feels like little more than a whisper worked over carefully crafted guitar lines. He’s begging you to come sit with him, let him share his stories with you. There’s something about his song that haunt you, something that just seems to get absorbed by your soul as you press play.

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