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The Wesleys Drop Magic Wand Video

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As previously mentioned on these here pages, the heralded label of Meritorio Records is busy this week, and after an early jam, we’re back with the latest from the label…a new video from the Wesleys. This tune’s a bit of a pop punch, giving you this frenetic jangle kick with snappy drums and quick guitar rips. There’s something in the sound that feels like a balance between Rolling Blackout Coastal Fever and Ducks Ltd, with a mixture of the two feeling like the bands perfect balance. There’s a couple of little mini guitar solos that remind us of just solid guitar pop in their construction, and reminds me of the purity of the genre. Not to mention, its all strung together with this excellent video! Their new release, Explosive Device, is ready for your enjoyment on November 7th.

Strange Passage Announces A Folded Sky

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It’s a busy day over at Meritorio Records HQ, with two new singles dropping, but let us first check in on their announcement of a new Strange Passage LP. Their early work drew in Felt and Feelies comparisons, and you can still hear that in the swirling sound of the jangling guitars, but the rhythmic work in this first single sets you up in a slightly different fashion. The way the drums kick and stomp in a smattering of noise is a bit more punk forward, so you get a bit more of a energetic grab in the front of the tune. The vocals have that disaffected delivery, swaggering in with a juxtaposition of nonchalant and emphasis; it sort of reminds me of Neutrals, if they were a bit more spiritually light. A Folded Sky is the name of the new LP, and it drops on Novemeber 7th.

Creative Writing Drop Slide and Dice

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When you crank up this new tune from Creative Writing, there will certainly be some familiarity in the group’s sound. I keep getting little pieces of Parquet Courts, albeit with a less frantic approach; the energy drives forward, but this lot seem to be wrapped up in more of a melodic sensation coursing through their sound. While the song has a distinctive underground growl to it, they let it take a turn midtrack, giving a little bit of a diversion for the listener before they drive home their sound at the close. Another exciting track from Baby Did This, out October 3rd via Meritorio Records.

Dancer Deliver Baby Blue

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If you were seeking out a pick me up this morning, then you are going to want to get your ears ready for this new Dancer tune. I loved the rush of blood that kicked off with the guitars that drive this tune forward, but if I’m being completely honest, the rhythm section is what completes the band’s sound, musically. They’re so tight that every little speed switch and piece of off-kilter movement just gives the entirety of the tune this bounce that makes it an undeniable hit. Don’t forget that Gemma Fleet’s distinctive voice is an absolute highlight no matter the style, and you get plenty of vocal-forward moments in this new bop. More or Less is out September 12th via Meritorio Records.

Creative Writing Announce Baby Did This

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After releasing their True 90s EP earlier this year, folks were already keeping an eye on Massachusetts band Creative Writing. Today, the group returns with this great guitar pop track, announcing their debut album, Baby Did This. I love how the band sits in the groove between jangling guitar pop and modern americana; they don’t really push the sound either way, which inevitably allows the group to work on their own foundation. For me, the balance between the vocal stylings throughout help cement the band’s presence in my music listening; the verses work on a soft spoken nature, then the chorus kind of erupts with a forceful punch, though it never shies from the melody. Such a great reminder of this act’s quality; they drop Baby Did This on October 3rd via Meritorio.

Dancer Share Happy Halloween

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Having gathered accolades for their brand of post-punk exploration, Dancer mix it up on their latest single, a sign that the band are growing into their own sound. I love the nostalgic feel of the guitars this go round, hitting on some of those early 2000s indie rock riffs. Gemma’s voice fits in perfectly throughout, and you can hear her confidence as she belts out huge notes in-between the jittering jump of those aforementioned riffs. The line “it’s me/it’s me/it’s me” sets up a huge playfulness too, furthering the idea that she’s one of the most creative vocalists working in this indie rock niche. Like a soft and sweet version of Royal Headache, and you all need that. More or Less is out on September 1st via Meritorio.

Dancer Return with More or Less

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Dancer are not wasting any time at all with their career; they dropped their debut a little over a year ago, followed by a split EP with Whisper Hiss, and now they’re back with More or Less. Their first single opens with this jagged post-punk guitar, harkening to their early work, but that sort of evaporates, leaving a brighter sound in the ear of listeners. Gemma Fleet’s voice has this sharpness, spiking lyrical lines as she makes her way in-between the bass grooves. Still, they’re not abandoning their edge in favor of pop, as you’ll see at the 1:23 mark when the song carries the pop sensibility on its back as it descends into a punctuated moment of musical madness; Fleet’s “just say yes” hits hard, affirming the group’s ability to flirt with both punk and pop, more or less. There’s so much attitude and flair in this one track, it’s going to be hard to contain all that goodness in one LP, though we’ll find out how they do it when More or Less drops on September 12th via Meritorio Records.

The High Water Marks Share The Works

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Surely you have been listening to all our encouraging hype surrounding The High Water Marks, as they’ve been one of my go-to acts over the last several years. Today, they’ve shared a brand new single with us from the new EP, and it has them tight-roping along their sound. Clicking play, you’ll hear the chugging of riffs, bouncing but with just a bit of an edge…this is where they get the “power” nod from all the fans. However, those instant handclaps are a warning of their penchant for twisting gritty vibes into pop masterpieces. This tune has overlapping melodies on the vocals that kick in this delicious sweetness that counteracts the crunching riffs, and that only gets furthered as the song evolves, particularly in its chorus and the ensuing little solo. Consult the Oracle will be out May 16th via Meritorio Records, so get a fix of power and pop right here!

Monnone Alone Share River of Sighs

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I thought good old Mark Monnone was playing a trick on me when I first press play; I mean, I didn’t expect a vocal sample in a different language! But, as the guitar lines begin to sound familiar and friendly, that’s when I notice that Monnone Alone is still an on-going project, and thus entitled to grow and try out new tricks. The trick here is perfect execution, with one of the best vocal performances I can remember from Mark; it’s aided by the perfect little detailed backing vocal too. There is something light and good-natured here, however, like a bug setting sail on a loose leaf and sailing down a stream, nothing but promise of a new horizon on its mind. Here Comes the Afternoon will be out on May 2nd via Lost and Lonesome/Meritorio/Safe Suburban Home.

Slack Times Share Swing the Dial

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What wasn’t finished on Gone Things, now has a home, as Slack Times have finally put the finishing touches on this bouncing jangler. The Alabama outfit have this incredible nature to bring this bit of Southern rock n’ roll swagger to the world of jangle pop, but for this new track, it’s the instrumental breakdown that has me fawning; it feels like something left on the cutting floor of a Go-Betweens recording session, and that’s never a bad vibe. The style of the vocal recording also appeals to my senses, and guarantees that if we wait patiently, the next LP (which is in the works!) is going to be out of this world. New ditty comes courtesy of Meritorio Records.

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