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Charm School Announce Skadenfreude Ploy

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While I love Charm School‘s work, the title of their brand new EP had me momentarily worried; would Skadenfreude Ploy be a rocking take on ska? Well, one listen below and you’ll realize the group mean business; they’re going to develop smashing post-punk buoyed by noise and, yes, horns. This tune incorporates a thundering blast from the get go, and theres a seeming sax squawk running through the background that builds up the noise structure. Andrew Charm has this disaffected growl on the vocals; it’s akin to like-minded acts, though the lyrical provides the anger that drives the song forward. The new EP is out February 20th via Surprise Mind.

Fresh Music from Ghost Plains

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Welcome to 2026 my friends! Thought I would kick off this year with a tune from Ghost Plains, delivering you this incredible rhythm section that instantly got me out of my bed; it’s thumping and quick, pushing this infectious groove. On the vocal trip, they’re presented in a slightly dreamy fashion, like a misty haze showering upon the upbeat pulse. In doing so, your shoulders sway from side to side while your head drifts off into the world, lost in the freedom of finer pop provisions. You’ll find this track on the Cardiff outfits newest EP titled Fear Patterns, which dropped just before we signed off in 2025.

Single Lash Release Now for the Real World EP

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Looks like we’re starting our Wednesday off with a little bit of an Austin-centric focus, celebrating another one of our favorite acts, Single Lash. The group kicks off their latest effort, Now for the Real World, with Roxy Music cover, indicating the maturity with which they’ve approached their new work. The two new songs definitely have roots in the bands nostalgic-leaning sound, but they dwell in the present, pushed on by the careful production and the heavy tones of Nicolas Nadeau; I continue to be fascinated by his stronghold over the drama between syllables, listening in as note seems to breathe on its own. Honestly, I don’t know if I’ve heard the group execute as well as they do on “Now for the Real World,” feeling like they’ve finally hit their apex, though time will tell, as we never tire of their sound!

Leilani Patao Shares Portrait + Releases Daisy

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Over the last few years, Audio Antihero has been gathering up a solid stable of acts of great songwriting, such as Frog. Today, they release a new Ep from Leilani Patao, and I was really drawn to the track below, so felt like we could start you on the right foot today. It’s a slow burn, with the vocals and guitar work really low in their presentation; there is a little vocal lift that highlights Patao’s ability to weave in subtle melodies into her songwriting, and those little nuances are what will keep you coming back to Daisy. If you’re interested in the whole EP, you can stream the whole thing HERE.

Dorothy Share I Want to Be Out on the Sea

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Those of you looking for something quieter for your soul will want to lean into this Dorothy single; it’s a track that reflects the song’s title, nipping at your soul like the splashing waters of the sea tides. The UK group build these cavernous musicscapes, allowing their vocals to line the edges of the ebbs and flows of each note. They overlap vocals, creating another layer of sound that finds listeners carefully listening in for the secrets of the craft. It’s a track that washes over your soul, cleansing the palate so you can immerse yourself wholly in the craft; look for Sea Songs this Friday via Angel Tapes.

No Lonesome Share Am I What I’m Not EP

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Chicago’s always got a lot of solid acts that should be on your radar, and No Lonesome are just another in a long line of artists to adore; they released their Am I What I’m Not EP this past week, and here we are to revisit. I chose the tune to spotlight below as it has this broad approach, which is one you’ll find lurking in the release; it opens lightly, almost in a baroque pop fashion as horn arrangements swell in the background. You’ll find a marching pace that keeps the beat, though they don’t move in with the tension as one would expect, holding back just a bit so that the build feels absolutely huge. If that big swell doesn’t hit, then reach out to a neighbor as you might be in need of some help!

New EP from Bubblegum Lemonade

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There’s been a pretty steady release of new Bubblegum Lemonade pop ditties this year, and I’m pretty embarrassed to say I haven’t given Laz and company enough proper love. And look, the title track of the French Letters in the Sand EP is pretty special, offering a really catchy bit of indiepop, as prescribed by your doctor. But, the second tune on here, “The Hottest Day of the Year” is an absolute gem, and might be one of my favorite tunes that the band has penned. After opening with a fiery riff, it settles into a snappy bounce, swinging your hips from side to side with the melody. There’s a warmth that perhaps comes with the title, but the mid tune diversion of “where does she go” cemented the ditty in my brain! If you love good pop, stop what you’re doing and slide into these tunes, courtesy of Matinee Recordings.

Spend Time with Altai

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Tessa Collins is a relatively new voice out of Australia, working under the moniker Altai. We’ve covered quite a few of the singles, but today we’ve got one final tune to celebrate the release of All At Once, the debut EP from the songwriter. This new single highlights the strengths in her songwriting, offering glimpses of what was ornate and detailed, then letting those rise in the studio into huge pop masterpieces. Her gentle whisper on the tune below, accompanied by twinkling guitar notes, perfectly highlight that closeness she shares with the audience, though the production hints at huge pop swells that you’ll welcome in your listening rotation. All At Once is available below, so you can stream all of that HERE.

Austin’s Mugger Share New Single

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Stop me if you’ve heard this before… But boy do I get tired of the “Austin’s music scene is dead” narrative which continually comes up in this town. It’s not dead. Things change. Evolve. I say this to tell those naysayers to keep their eyes and ears open, and to check out this new slayer called “Want the World” from Austin’s own Mugger. The group features some of the major players in our thriving scene, featuring members from both TV’s Daniel and The Well, plus a myriad of other local groups. You simply must check out this hardcore gem below and also consider a purchase of the band’s new EP. They’ve got some slick looking vinyl copies coming on October 24th.

Big Cry Country Drop Something Blue

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You definitely deserve to rock out this morning, and what better way than to dive into the latest EP from DC outfit Big Cry Country. This tune below is one that grabbed my ear, taking a great rhythmic thump on the snare and riding the rest of the song around it and the vocals. Those vocals are exactly what we’re all loving at the moment, on the verge of losing control, but holding tight to just enough melody to make us swoon, particularly when it hits the soaring joy of the chorus. Gritty guitar riffs swirl around and manage to rough up the tune in all the best ways possible. Turn it up super loud then go jam the whole of Something Blue.

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