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Mana Pools Share Idle Thoughts

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The side project of Dumb Things members, Mana Pools, is wasting no time bringing us new music; they sent us “Black and White” at the end of July and here they are again with “Idle Thoughts.” This is the one that feels like a departure from their main gig, as the structure of the tune is more centered around a deep groove, as opposed to guitar work, leading towards more of a clever nod to bedroom pop’s earliest days. That said, the vocal cool that comes through the speaker might be one of my favorite things from this tune; it’s almost like they couldn’t care less, but still want you to swoon. Hoping there’s an LP of these types of jams on the way!

Guitar Is Delivering Pizza for Everyone

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I probably don’t know as much about Guitar as I should, considering how much they’re enjoying their new song “Pizza for Everyone.” When the song jumps into the fray, it felt very much like a growling bit of post-emo, and I suppose a brief nod to Dinosaur Jr or the like. But, then chords began to hit discordant notes and the pace is manipulated into something wholly unique. The Portland project has completely destroyed and devoured modern indie rock constructs, breaking the mold in a fashion that makes their work exciting. You’ll get little bits of joy blasting, and maybe even some Pixies nods in the vocal play in the background. Be on the lookout for We’re Headed to the Lake, which drops on October 10th via Julia’s War.

The Cords Deliver I’m Not Sad

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When powerhouse labels like Slumberland and Skep Wax unite for a release, you better believe that there’s something great in store, and the Cords continue to deliver on their early promise with this springy little pop number that I’m playing on repeat over here. It’s a short number, so the duo waste no time, smashing in with a rush of guitars to the head and a smattering of drums. A chorus of “ba ba ba” is an easy way to get a sucker like me drawn right in, and its done with such precision that you can’t help other than to be swept up in the joy that seeps through your speakers. Their self-titled LP will be out on September 26th.

The Telephone Numbers Bring Out Ebb Tide

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After what most of us would consider a remarkable year, Slumberland has one final monster hit to give us (as far as I know!), so we’re here with a new track from The Telephone Numbers. Unlike the first single from Scarecrow II, this one’s got a little more of an expansive feel to it; there’s slide guitar gliding on the horizon, not to mention a settled pace that seems to open the song up a bit. Thomas’ voice throughout this single, yet again, takes on some fascinating notes, particularly when he stretches into the “ebb tide” moments of the chorus. Then the whole band flexes their musicianship to draw it to a close, leaving us with another breathtaking ditty to enjoy. Scarecrow II is out October 10th.

Ivy Drop Heartbreak Video

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Over at the ATH offices, we’ve been pretty excited about new music from Ivy, so whenever a new single leaks out into the world, you can bet that I’m all over it. On this new one, it’s a bit of a rousing stomper, using a stomping drum beat to establish the rhythm of the tune. But, the employment of a horn section also provides a similar bounce that gives a spritely drive to the track itself, leaving lots of open space in between the lines. That’s where the group excel, with jangling guitar lines popping in and out, all the while letting the cool breeze of the vocals blow across the top of the mix. Traces of You comes out on my kid’s birthday, September 5th, courtesy of Bar/None Records.

BRNDA Drop Blenderman

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For all the ins and outs of the art punk scene, the nerdier and odder they go, the more I clamor to get my hands on it. Take, for instance, this new BRNDA track. It’s got the obvious bounce and plod that operates a natural rhythm, feeling like the bass line is crawling all over your furniture as the vocals echo off the walls in your living room. The band employ a matter of fact approach in that realm, occasionally hitting all the right notes when the whole group join in to provide backup vocals. It’s reminiscent of recent releases from acts like Bodega, albeit with a bit more cleverness being packaged for enthusiasts of the genre. Total Pain hits on September 12th via Crafted Sounds.

No Peeling Ask Can I Pet That Dog?

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There is a long history of punks and hardcore kids kicking out frantic jams in a short span; I think of acts like Tony Molina or Snooper (or the band I worked for, These Enzymes!) who’ve garnered a lot of love recently. Well, let us introduce you to No Peeling, a band working on the same process, cranking out these smashing punk vibes in a super-jittery fashion. From the moment you press go, they rush in with smattering of drums and these riffs that seemingly dance about in the cramped musical space. There’s a coyness in the vocals, which creates a sense of playfulness that certainly accompanies the on-going question of “can I pet that dog?” The Nottingham outfit are offering their No Peeling EP via Feel It Records on September 5th; surely you’ve got time to cram 7 songs into 8 minutes!

Soft Pop Intrepid Release Pause

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Feels like a minute or more since I’ve really had a proper dream pop number cross my email, but this tune from Soft Top Intrepid is pretty special, so of course, here we are giving you a new earworm. I’m a big fan of a proper set-up, as long as there’s a reward…the hook this go round begins to sprinkle in around the 17 second mark, finally delivering the bounce and rhythm at the 30 second mark. Light guitars dreamily dance in the distance while whispers of vocals drift in and out of the front of the mix; I loved the little synth stabs too, perfecting the approach in a way that’ll keep me circling back for more listens.

Wyyrrd Drop Say My Name

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When one listens to the latest Wyyrrd single, you get the feeling like they’re straddling the present and the past; you can hear these huge ringing riffs, hitting hard and pulling from an almost classic rock catalog. When contrasted with the warmth of the vocal work, the tune begins to take on a different shape, creating this sort of darkened club set up, buoyed by the track’s latter half explosiveness. In that segment, the edge of the riffs takes on heavier tones and the vocals embrace their own animalistic tendencies, all of it baring its teeth before folding back into the more melodic center. The Brooklyn group are gearing up for the release of their debut, Time Together, which should be out this Fall.

Winter Share Hide-A-Lullaby Video

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I hope you all are keeping an eye on Winspear, as the label has had their hands in some of the great indie rock coming our way this year. Last week they dropped the new Teethe LP, and today, they’re sharing a brand new tune from the forthcoming Winter LP. This tune features Samara excelling at the trade between the various degrees of her sound, using a grittier jangled guitar line to drive the rhythm while percussive samples echo in the back of the mix. But, then, just as it goes in one direction, the tune pulls back, clears out some of the nuanced noise for a brief moment to build the hook to its apex, then unleash it all again, crashing into the listener. Plus, the vocal work is shared this round with Tanukichan, so we all win here. Adult Romantix is dropping on August 22nd!

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