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Empty Nesters Share The Simphony

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When I saw another shoegaze email coming my way from Empty Nesters, I’ll admit, I was a little hesitant; I like the genre, don’t get me wrong, just feels like it’s becoming the new NPR-core. But, this track stuck with me at first because it has Madeline of PACKS on vocals, whose voice has drawn me to her own band’s work. Still, the song excels because of the slow approach of Eric Liao; he lets the space get sort of filled with those distorted pieces, letting you sit with them for a bit, rather than bash you in the face again and again with wave after wave of abrasive noise. And, in that lush setting, Madeline’s voice is sublime, paired up with Liao. There’s a nice little treat waiting for you at the end, so hang around!

Seablite Share Hit the Wall Video

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Lemon Lights, the brand new LP from San Francisco’s Seablite, is out this Friday, and we’ve had it as one of our most-anticipated releases as we near the end of the musical year. Up until now, the group have offered their perfect blend of dreamy pop-gaze, though they’ve mostly been playing up the dark side, particularly with “Pot of Boiling Water.” All that to say, I think the new single offers a glimpse of the band in complete control of their vision, perhaps even bringing out some of their best tricks to guarantee they leave us with a standout LP. When I first heard it, it kind of reminds me of that sort of acid-house influence creeping into the dream/jangle realm of the current climate; it’s got this secret wash that keeps locked into a playful groove. Jenn Heard’s video plays up to that sensibility, throwing in some light-hearted magic to tie into the whimsical approach on the single. Lemon Lights is a must have; grab a copy from Mt. St. Mtn. on Friday!

Voxtrot Share Another Fire

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Whatever led to the Voxtrot reformation a few years back, well, we’ve all benefitted from it. Be it their reissuing of B-Sides or Compilations, or now, a fresh new tune, I’m so very happy they’ve taken to writing music together again. That said, almost all of them have been working on projects through the years, so they’re songwriting is definitely still sharp. For the opening moment, you get Jason Chronis throwing down a thick bass line that allows Ramesh to weave his melodic wizardry through your speakers. Then, we hit the minute mark and the party kicks off with drums and keys joining in, providing this huge bounce that allows the track to develop its rising action. When that chorus drops, the tune just soars, harkening back to the band’s heyday when they couldn’t help but deliver insatiable hooks. They’ve definitely delivered, with a huge hook-laden ballad that takes their infectious early vibes and brings it into the band’s present. Fingers crossed there’s more on the way!

Conflict at Serenity Pools Share Jasmine

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I really love the vibes that Conflict at Serenity Pools are offering up in their last single before the release of their new album, Ladders of Misfortune. For my measly two cents, the track has this more rock version of Broadcast; it’s flirting with these delicious melodic vocals that are almost more spoken (cooly, mind you) amidst the energetic punch of the musical element. Plus, as the band work into motion, the song takes on this propulsive groove that really starts to sneak into your skin, particularly as it adopts more volume in there. This tune lives somewhere in that world of weirdo pop artists in love with pop music; you can expect to get a lot of joy when the LP drops on October 20th.

Alien Nosejob Shares Act Different Single

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Jake Robertson is currently burning up everything in his path as he tours through the US with his Alien Nosejob project; I’ve heard several accounts of incredible shows, and there’s still a few US shows left before he heads back to Melbourne. Still, great shows mean little to me without great songs, and as this single can attest, Alien Nosejob has the songs. In a way, it reminds me of some of those early King Khan/BBQ LPs, where things were blending punk sentimentality with a love for blues and classic rock n’ roll riffs. Still, there’s more of a melodic centerpiece here, which, as a cheesy pop fan, I gobbled up and ran to post about it. The Derivative Sounds of…Or…A Dog Always Returns to Its Vomit is out via Goner Records/Anti Fade on October 27th.

Martha + Spook School = Get Wrong

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When this glorious email came across my inbox from Father/Daughter Records, I had expectations; I’ve written extensively about Martha and Spook School for years, so I dove right into Get Wrong. Now, while the lyrical content definitely resonates with both Adam and Naomi’s other acts, the musical style present here is a little bit of a left turn, in the best way. Rather than employing driving guitar riffs that tear through your speakers, the duo employ catchy synth lines, giving their track a natural bounce that plays into their ability to write infectious tunes you’ll want to sing with your best friends. The urgency is twisted towards a more reflective fashion, but these two are going to enchant you no matter what they write; look for their Get Wrong EP via Father/Daughter on December 1st.

The Serfs Share Electric Like an Eel

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One of the records I’m looking towards before the year is up is this new LP from Cincinatti’s The Serfs; you could file them under a darker brand of outsider post-punk or creative new-wave, but every time you think you’ve got them penned, the new LP seems to shift towards something else. For some reason, the tune feels like you’re locked into a serious round of Arkanoid at your favorite arcade. You can hear the manager complaining in the background, or perhaps cavorting with the local teens in awe. But, you’re locked into the game, the pinging of that little ball hitting a cold electronic note that bounces in your head as it does on the screen. Furthering it all, you hear the echoes of other games and their like-minded digital noises, all bleeding into this one sound that continuously has you pumping quarters into the machine. It’s futuristic nostalgia, and it’s pretty awesome, so be sure to get ready for Half Eaten by Dogs, out October 27th via Trouble in Mind Records.

Fleur Bleu-e Release New Single

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We covered the first single from French outfit Fleur bleu-e, and they’ve got another new tune that really feels perfect for a reflective Thursday listen. It reminds me a lot of Bones Garage, the Israeli band we worked with on our label, sort of melding classical pop vocals with a dreamier, janglier guitar underbelly. Here, the vocals enter the picture first, with a sort of warped guitar echoing in the background; it allows you to kind of relax as the melody laps at your ear. With continued patience, the song begins to reveal itself with sharper guitar notes that playfully tickle your ears and ask for you to dive into the depths of the band’s sound. This tune’s brought to you courtesy of Pan European Recording.

Products Band Share The Matter

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Guess we’re hanging out in Minnesota today, with Products Band the second act from the state we’re featuring today. But, unlike that ripper from Citric Dummies, Products Band are taking in that groovy bit of rock n’ roll, then fusing it with a nice little hook-laden stomp. For me, it all starts with that stuttering guitar line, jittering and shuffling throughout, letting the vocals kind of glide right in and play to the audience. The band use all sorts of different backing vocal elements too, boosting the infectious quality they bring to the table. And, while the groove factor kicks on, they’re not afraid to switch it all up for a little bit of a straight rock punch; I love a group still willing to let their rock sound fun! Some Sudden Weather drops on October 20th via Solid Brass Records.

Citric Dummies Share Fresh Single, Announce New LP

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What better way to announce a brand new album than to drop a blistering open track that rips right through your speakers? Citric Dummies have done just that, along with a nice little nod towards fellow Minnesotans Husker Du in both the album art and the title, Zen and the Arcade of Beating Your Ass. While it be easy to place the trio in some punk sub-genre, they seem more intent on breaking all the rules of punk expectations. Sure, when the chorus hits, there’s a howl that falls somewhere between Ozzy and Danzig, though I almost feel like that’s playing more to a traditional metal audience than a punk one. That said, there’s fiery guitar solos ripping here and there, like some melodic skate-punk anthem that got drenched at the Gwar show; think Queens of the Stone Age with high levels of fun and low levels of asshole-ness. They drop Zen and the Arcade of Beating Your Ass on November 3rd via Feel It Records.

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