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Rural France Share Thirty Seven Forever

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When you drop a name like “jangly adventures in the magical mundane, you’re surely going to find a home on ATH over here, and well, that’s exactly why we’re here to talk about the new Rural France track. At first it feels like they’re going to shoot off into this power-pop strain of the jangle, but they hold tight, pulling it into more of a yearning pop tune that really feels like the best song never written in the 70s; the messaging is also a big feel for those of us that never want to grow old. I think they’re little flex of noise in the middle of the tune manages to illustrate their continual growth and willingness to make up their own songwriting rules. Look for Sloths on May 8th via Meritorio Records and Safe Suburban Home.

Sumos Share Luck Single + Announce New EP

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It’s been a few years since we last heard from Manchester’s Sumos, but we welcome them back into the fold this morning as they prep a new EP. Our first sneak peek at the EP has the group holding tight to their pop tendencies, pulling back a bit on some of their noisier elements in favor of a solid hook-laden foundation. I like how it’s seemingly contained a bit, making the song feel a little tighter and controlled, maximizing that chorus’ power to engage with the listener. Their new six-track Luck EP will be out on May 8th courtesy of Meritorio Records and Safe Suburban Home.

Prism Shores Share Magical Thinking

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I truly thought last year’s Out From Underneath was an overlooked power-pop gem of an LP, but it looks like Prism Shores have already put that record to rest, then topped it. On their latest single, the tune instantly hits with this wall of ringing guitars; there’s a heaviness in presentation, but that’s where the group’s talents lay, giving you punch while adhering to a strict pop structure. Every little warm vocal melody feels like a dab of aloe on a sunburn, instantly cooling your soul; they’ll also give the tune and listener room to breathe, locking into striking jam that closes out the number. Not sure why you haven’t ordered Softest Attack yet; it’s out via Meritorio Records on April 10th.

Maureens Share Me and My Friend

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Fridays are meant to be frivolous, almost celebratory in their very nature, which is why this track from the new Maureens LP is spot on for this morning. It begins with this natural infectiousness from the bass line; it bobs and bounces in the perfect way that sets up the whole of the single. The Dutch outfit naturally harmonize in this fashion that reminds me of The Boys of Perpetual Nervousness, which then leads me back to early Beulah records. These are bubblegum pop tunes for those with mature tastes; the construction is a little more technical, the melodies layered, but always with fun on the mind. The Maureens drop Don’t Give Up on May 29th via Meritorio Records.

Rural France Announce Sloths

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There are two things that are certain in life: death and pop hits from Meritorio Records. Today, along with a new LP from Fort Not, they’ve announced that there’s a new Rural France LP in the works, with the delicious single hanging below. This is a snappy number from the UK outfit, entering on the back of some cymbal crashes as the vocals and guitars attempt to match the hook of the rhythm section. Those vocals have a bit of swagger to them, albeit in a fashion that seems a touch playful, matching the group’s penchant for huge pop licks. I can imagine the chorus erupting in the live setting; you can almost envision them all stepping to the mic in synchronized fashion as the audience screams along. Look for Sloths this May via Meritorio Records.

New Jam from Prism Shores

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Power pop goodness is on the menu today with a fresh banger from Prism Shores. This song’s brilliance is on the balance between the chugging ring of guitars and the sated delivery that calms the rock ethos burrowed beneath the track. When those huge riffs dropped in at the get go, I was expecting a following punch, but the vocals pull you back in with a more melodic touch, softening the punch. It’s the perfect move, so as to not get pulled under by the bristling bounce of those crunchy jangles. I have a feeling we’re in for another solid collection of bops when Softest Attack arrives via Meritorio Records on April 10th.

Fort Not Share Heaven to Me

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A few weeks ago we were really excited to hear that this year would bring us a fresh record from Fort Not, the Swedish duo offering up spritely pop music. On their brand new single, there’s this very sated vocal feel, something that reminds me a bit of some of those Forster penned Go-Betweens tracks (or his son for that matter); they hand on the cusp between melodic croon and spoken word, accenting the sharp jangles of the guitar. The drumming stays out of the way, only hitting above its weight when the fuzzier riffs come into play during the chorus. This should convince you to spend a little bit of money on You On Repeat, the new LP via Meritorio, out February 27th.

Prism Shores Announce Softest Attack

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Last year, Montreal’s Prism Shores delivered the most excellent Out from Underneath LP, and they’ve wasted little time, returning today with the news of another LP coming out in early Spring. In the song below, you can hear their lineage to noisy pop purveyors like Teenage Fanclub, building up swirling guitar bits in the background whilst pushing the vocals up front. For my two cents, there’s a definitive earnestness to their vocal performance, almost as if they’re fusing their power pop sound with hints of late 90s emo. It’s a successful track, and one that already has me looking for the funds to grab Softest Attack, the new LP out in April via Meritorio Records.

The Maureens Share Doing Fine

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It’s my birthday, which means I can do whatever I want on this site! Mostly, I just want to have fun and enjoy bright music that gets me in my feels, like this fresh new Maureens bop. Instantaneously, the music rushes in with crisp jingles and enthusiasm that’s probably going to be unparalleled…at least today. As always, the Dutch group weave incredible harmonies into their sound, letting the vocals lay upon one another so as to boost the natural melodic connection between band and listener. It’s a fine start to the day, and one that comes with a promise that there’s a new LP on the horizon from Meritorio Records.

Fort Not Announce You On Repeat

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Swedish outfit Fort Not have been quiet for several years, but they make a bold pop statement with their return today, announcing they’ll release You On Repeat this February. Their sound pulls from a rich history of underground pop artists, combining jangly strummed guitars and light vocal notes to deliver these bright ditties. Since they’re pop focused, the melodies get to shine here, but there’s still some heavy waves of guitar underneath their feet, giving some depth to the track. There’s some Teenage Fanclub in this, but I can also hear similarities to ATH faves Pop Filter in the way the vocals kind of crest and ride atop. Really stoked to hear there’s a new LP, so be sure to get your hands on a copy before February 27th when You On Repeat hits courtesy of Meritorio Records.

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