Tag: indiepop

Circling Back to Love Burns Latest 7″

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Sometimes life can run full-circle, as is the case for Phil Sutton and his project Love Burns. He was part of the original Comet Gain lineup, then moved on to work in various projects like Pale Lights, but now serendipity strikes as his latest 7″ features Rachel Evans, who plays part in the current Comet Gain lineup. All that history aside, these are some of the best songs Sutton has written (even considering the ATH Records supported It Should Have Been Tomorrow). “Dear Carol” is a wonderful duet with Rachel, but that soaring chorus just crushes you under its power; I would live and breathe for that moment alone. Flip it over and you get another swooning pop tune, with Phil embracing dulcet tones atop an encircling jangle, before Evans adds a nice little backing vocal to layer an extra blanket of melody into the track. Both glorious tunes are available from Spinout Nuggets.

Your Monthly Club 8 Dose

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Every month, for the last two years, Swedish pop outfit Club 8 have dropped a singular tune; the tune’s pull from a style drenched in the country’s rich history of dreamy pop. That being said, they always continue to manipulate their own formula, like here where they hit you in the face before the first second has even passed by your ears. I honestly thought that this was going to be one of their bangers, hitting hard in the rhythm section while the vocals kept pace, but after that opening punch, it recedes to bring about a more melodic dreaminess that wants to curl aside you like your favorite cat. I’ll gladly write about this band every month if they keep dropping me these gems!

The Radio Field Are Back!

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It’s been a few years since German outfit The Radio Field have popped up with something new, and as they return, they’re coming out swinging. They waste little time with those jangling and twisting guitar notes entering almost immediately; the steadiness of the rhythm section allows them to twist and turn perfectly while the vocals offer a bit of the sublime. I think there’s a nice little touch too in the song’s latter stage when the whole team starts to put in their vocals, though they’re staggered so it comes across like an indiepop call and response. Hope this means there’s more on the way!

Nansy Return with In Your Eyes

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Now that we’ve gotten some rock n’ roll out into the world, let’s focus on the softer side of my heart, like this tune from the recent reunited Nansy. The Oslo band was an indiepop go-to in the early 00s, but walked away until this last week; their new single embraces the early charms whilst bringing it right up to speed with the modern sound. I’ll be honest, however, as the vocals are what swept me away, not that the music doesn’t have its own magic, but the way it switches from the calmed delivery into this more pronounced pop spin got right under my skin. Hats off to the arrangement as well, as there’s a great bit of depth that will surely reward your repeat listens.

The Slow Summits Offer Dream On

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I wanted to keep true with the pop feels this morning, and Sweden’s The Slow Summits is the perfect little treat to keep the mood right in the morning. Those of you who love acts like Cats on Fire or the Luckmsiths are going to find this track super exciting, as the dulcet vocal tones carry that majesty at the core, and while the caramelized melody works its magic, the rest of the band adds a solid bit of energetic kick. Pulling your ear into the first verse, you’ll hear these quick cymbal hits, marching the tune forward. But, what I love about things is that they switch the approach in the middle of the tune, turning it into a slightly different direction so it doesn’t take on that formulaic feel. It’s fresh, and just a taste of Every Intention, which drops on July 4th via Subjangle.

Autocamper Share Red Flowers

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While the opening track on Autocamper‘s new LP offered a slight nod to the Pacific Northwest pop of the 80s/90s (and beyond), their new single switches up singers, giving us a glimpse at how diverse the group’s new record will sound. Niamh takes vocal duties, sprinkling in the softer side of the pop spectrum; it’s a drifting little melody, hanging in the air as guitars and keys churn out the joy you need in your life. In a sense, it reminds me of the Allo’ Darlin, sharing a consistent charm from the song’s start to its finish. Their debut What Do You Do All Day LP will be part of the great summer releases from Slumberland; it hits on July 11th.

Jeanines Share What’s Lost Single

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Strange that I made a Jeanines allusion in an earlier post, and here we are with another track from their forthcoming LP…which makes today all the better. This song starts with a solid stomp from the drums, letting the track establish some sturdy footing as it soars into pristine pop perfection. Alicia’s voice is just a sparkle of sunshine, and even as she delivers the monosyllabic “la la la” you can’t help but swoon before the sheer magnificence. It’s brevity is my only complaint, as a song executed this wonderfully should be on repeat for the rest of the day. How Long Cant It Last is out on June 27th via Slumberland Records.

Stream New Music from Strawberry Whiplash

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If you are on the hunt for songs that you’ll want stuck in your head, I have a feeling you’re going to be in the right place today, especially when you click on this new Strawberry Whiplash tune. It’s another single from their forthcoming LP, which is still being mixed and such, but boy, if you don’t love this tune I don’t know what to tell you. You’d probably lump it in with modern indiepop, but there’s also something nostalgic and Sarah-esque about this ditty; I think Laz’s penchant for clean pop sounds perhaps just makes it a little more pop forward, which I promise you I love just as much. No word when the LP will be polished and ready, but this song has some other tracks attached, courtesy of Matinee Recordings.

Lost Film Return with Pilot Light

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It’s been a couple of years since Jim Hewitt’s Lost Film project has thrown anything our way, but let’s hope that, like the song title, this track is the ignition that gets more grooves coming our way. Personally, I love his adherence to the bouncier brand of indiepop here, with that sound building it’s own energy in the snappiest of fashions. While there’s certainly a driving spirit, the vocals come across the speakers like a really cool breeze, fluttering softly but with enough cool to soothe all that ails you. This song wouldn’t be out of place on a playlist with the likes of Beach Fossils or Ducks Ltd., so if that’s your vibe, then this is your (and mine!) jam.

Jeanines Announce How Long Will It Last

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There’s something strange afoot this week, with an abundance of pop music coming out our way, though if we’re being honest, a new Jeanines LP might just be the highlight of week! This go round, they’re taking on a tumultuous world; it’s one rife with changes, and as such, the band are embracing the deeper meaning in their lives and their work. That said, you wouldn’t know it by listening to this lead single, quickly bouncing right into reflection with lines like “I want to lay in the grass with you/watch dead leaves turning green and new,” illustrating that despite trials, there’s a brightness in the future. And, all of this gets put to task with their sharp guitar lines and Alicia Jeanine’s punctuated delivery. I always marvel at how their songs seems so long, yet they barely ever stretch over 2 minutes. If you’re interest is piqued, they’ll drop How Long Will it Last via Slumberland and Skep Wax on June 27th.

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