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Maura Weaver Shares Prince + Readies Strange Devotion

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The latest single from Maura Weaver is going to feel like somewhat of anomaly in the masses of the current indie climate; it’s got an opening that hits on dreamy bedroom pop, akin to various other acts, but then goes completely left turn and hits on on the alt rock vibes of the 90s. It’s a brilliant switch, catching the listener off-guard, and crafting just enough DIY aesthetic to pull the cool kids along into the delightful world of pop music. It makes sense that there’s nods to Liz Phair, as you can hear that sort of crossover magic, where folks from all walks of listening habits will pine over this new single. It’s all accomplished with a sincerity that feels like Maura is just writing on their own terms and finding what feels right; it all feels gloriously right, so Strange Devotion should be out on September 19th via Feel It Records.

Jeff Tobias Shares Gimme Coherence

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When I listen to Jeff Tobias latest single, I’m instantly reminded of acts like Gary Numan or Devo, at least in the construction of the musical element; it has that leaning towards pop construction via manipulated sounds, and the playfulness is spot on. That said, the way that Tobias delivers his vocals seems to work in contrast to the beat itself, illustrating how far he’s pushing his creation, but also how one can manipulate every facet of the tune. You get more of that wave of inspiration as the track breaks down into a saxophone induced freakout, with a nod to some of Jeff’s other roles in the musical world. Really excited to hear how he toys with listeners in a creative and confident fashion when One Hundredfold Now In This Age drops via Repeating Cloud on October 17th.

Oh Rose Prep For Art EP

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I love a good plot twist in a musical number, and when this Oh Rose tune dropped into the mix, it completely felt like it was revolving around some sort of ghostly ballad…but that changed. The guitars pop up, and begin meandering waywardly, crawling in the distance behind Olivia Rose’s voice; her performance sprawls across the floor, spreading out to all corners as the guitars and bass buoy every little nuanced note. A nice little backing vocal gets added in too, and you begin to embrace the spiritual warmth of the tune itself, a reminder that we can turn to music for solace. Look for the group’s For Art EP on August 15th via Antiquated Future.

Alien Eyelid Share Nesadel Club

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While I know that its easy to pigeonhole Alien Eyelid as a sort of cosmic Americana purveyor, they always feel like a bit more than that, to me. Sure, there’s a mixture of psychedelia with their country twang, both sort of meandering and melding as one wholesome unit. But, listening to the vocals, there’s this indie rock history in the tones, which surely date back to the various members working in the Houston scene; you can hear the longing and searching for horizons as the notes are belted out in the first 30 seconds. Still, however you want to call it, they manage to stretch their tunes into this masterfully painted landscape that will have you coming back to check their new album, Vinegar Hill, dropping on September 5th.

Check Out Seatape

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I hadn’t heard the name Seatape until this last weekend when a new tune came my way, but it seems like the artist is a rising star out there…and this jangly post-punk number illustrates where the draw is. This song’s entirety is tethered to this distinctive propulsion from the beat, tunneling through the speakers like some burrowing earworm. In the presentation of the vocals you’ll get that sort of dreamy indifference that the earliest acts embraced, sort of working in this industrial landscape, albeit one brimming with melody. Just felt like you should try this little ditty on for size.

Eli Carvajal Signs with Safe Suburban Home

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I love when a label just falls in love with a record that may not fit our expectations, but still adheres to the label philosophy of releasing music you love, like the new pick up from Safe Suburban Home. They’ve mostly been playing with outsider pop like the new Autocamper LP (you should buy that!), but today they’ve announced the signing of Eli Carvajal, a UK artist that reminds me an awful lot of young Bon Iver. He’s got an interesting playing style using open tunings on an upside down right handed guitar (that he plays left-handed) so it creates this resonance in the notes that hits deep within your soul. There’s not too much else really added behind the strum and his voice, with only the slightest embellishment used, as there’s this clarity that sharpens the delivery, digging its hooks deep in the listener. Eyen Forever is out on October 3rd.

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.

Piggietails Announce Self-Titled Debut

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For those of you that have followed the Australian scene over the last however-long, there’s a distinctive sound that’s been omnipresent for the last two decades (and beyond); it’s a sound that has elements of Flying Nun and nods to Go Betweens all about, and perhaps tragically labeled as dole-wave. But, in the end, acts like Piggietails make it all worth it, as the charm of his style never fades. The group announced their debut LP, and it’s working with this really steady and snappy beat that allows for the circular jangling to get you caught up in your feelings. A softened vocal comes in, presenting you with this calmed effect that seems intertwined with the musical vibe, just kind of bobbing up and down on the rhythm. They’ll release Piggietails on September 19th via Spoilsport Records.

Pleased to Meet You: My Generation

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I have been keeping an eye on Post Present Medium, the label working out of LA that’s responsible for the most recent Chronophage EP. Just recently they dropped this rad tune from My Generation, which is an act completely new to me, so why not give you a listen? I was drawn into the track by that ringing guitar sound coursing through this one, but then the kind of disaffected vocal delivery reminded me of a wandering Lou Reed; there are also some curled syllables that reminded me of Courtney Barnett. The group rides out the groove, letting the track sort of make its own path with those jangling guitars and light tambourine giving just enough texture for the song to grab you. Will it get to you?

The 1981 Announce New 7″

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You deserve to crank up your speakers for this one; you’ll want to feel the blast of the riffs melting your face. But, don’t think of the new single from the 1981 as a “one-trick pony,” as it’s definitely more than its power-pop parts. Sure, that’s all in there, particularly if you’re diving into the verses here, but you can find a little bit of jangling brightness and old school alt rock mixing it all up inside. When they turn the sugary sweetness up around the 2:28 mark, you’re going to rush out and grab their new 7″ from Dandy Boy Records…it’ll be out on August 29th.

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