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Matt Kivel Introduces Us to Wine Country

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When you’re a studied songwriter like Matt Kivel, sometimes a plot twist in the story of your career is necessary; it’s here where we meet Matt’s new project, Wine Country. Friends Andy Aylward and John Zakoor round out the trio, creating this magical concoction that feels like it was mastered in some musical chemistry lab from the heavens. This may sound like a strange comparison, but I can’t escape the feeling of a Pavement meets Good Looks meets Smog; it’s a little bit Americana and a lot of indie guitar exploration, with the whole tune taking you on this glorious jaunt that digs into your soul. A very limited amount of 12″ EPs will be available on May 27th; you can grab one HERE.

Soot Sprite Share Vicious Cycles

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We’ve obviously been keeping an eye on Soot Sprite this year, as they’ll drop their new LP in early May, and yet, I feel like I haven’t been quite able to put their power into words. Early singles remind me of Weakened Friends, whom we adore, but this new one seems to embrace being a huge modern rock band, and I say that with whole-hearted belief that that’s a good thing. Immediacy gets traded in and out for these carefully crawling vocals and guitar lines, suspended in air, only to smash into the listener at the 1 minute mark. Still, where they could easily force bombast and braggadocio on audiences, their initial chorus is subtle and reflective, perhaps tied to the conversation on the lyrical side of things. Wield Your Hope Like a Weapon is out on May 16th via Specialist Subject Records.

Adrian Quesada and Angelica Garcia Share No Juego

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Boleros Psicodelicos was chock-full of bangers, and so expectations for BP II is already high, especially with the debut single that featured Cuco. This round, Adrian Quesada has employed Angelica Garcia as his accompaniment, and in doing so, knocked another one out of the park. This track feels entirely cinematic, something ripped straight from a Tarantino film, and that matches perfectly with the video version accompanying the track. In some way, it also feels like a Latin gangster film, with our singer giving out warning to those in attendance that our singer “no juego” (doesn’t play games), only adding to the theatrical element the tune encompasses. It’s another smoking hot track that has me doubling down on Boleros Psicodelicos II, which drops on June 27th via ATO Records.

LEECHES Return With New Single

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It has been quite a long time, near on 5 years to be exact, since I last heard from Bournemouth based outfit LEECHES. Imagine my excitement when the band reached out and shared news of a regrouping of sorts, along with this new single “Green.” What a way to come back too, with a loud, super well produced, absolute killer of a track. I think you’ll be enjoying this one as you hit play below. Here’s to hoping for more to come from the lads in the near future.

The Setting Son Share I Still Cant Decide What I Want

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Danish outfit The Setting Son are on their way to releasing Cul-de-sac this June, and a little listen to this ditty might have your ears perked up, ready to try on something new going into next year. The group have been around for some time, and they do make some nods to psychedelia throughout their catalogue, but the way the two guitar lines work in unison on this album really makes me think upon the Go-Betweens. It’s pop music, but it feels elevated and yet so simple that you can’t help but treat is as a little piece of tasty ear candy you can come back to again and again. Light jangle, little haze and a hell of a melody…check it!

Dayflower Readies New LP + Shares Young Sun

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Leicester’s Dayflower have had no qualms sharing their adoration for all things dream pop and shoegaze, but what I like in their new single is its ability to adhere to a stylistic signpost, whilst still feel refreshing in the way it’s presented. When it kicks in, the electronic influence almost takes you on an adventure from the get go, immersing you in this wash of pop electronics; the wash of heavier guitars hang in the back, kind of lurking, and only making their presence felt when necessary. The brooding element of the genre is still necessary, but it seems like the band and the song are reaching for that one ray of pop sunshine coming through the clouds. Look for their new LP this Summer via Sunday Records.

Friday Album Streams: Mythical Motors, Avery Friedman, Lunchbox and More

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A pretty solid listening week over here, at least if you’re asking us. You’ll click below to find a few solid releases that are brand new, and one that’s been revamped for your listening pleasure…not to mention being made available to the masses for the first time. Click below to see what you’re into…maybe a little of this, a little of that, or maybe all of it…but be sure to support the artists and labels!

Mythical Motors – Travelogues and Movie Stills (Repeating Cloud)

Avery Friedman – New Thing (Audio Antihero)

The Convenience – Like Cartoon Vampires (Winspear)

Lunchbox – Evolver (Slumberland Records)

Chad Offer Park n’ Ride Single

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Portland’s Chad definitely know the way to my heart, quickly grabbing me with light snare snaps and a delectable little keyboard line; it sets the mood and blankets the room with warmth before Sarah Lane enters the room with her silken vocal lines. A little subtle change hits with a punctuated synth line and growling bit of vocals, allowing the track to break up the forward push, especially when the second round opens up into a big instrumental breakdown that gets haunted by Lane’s voice. This song will appear on the group’s debut LP, which is slated for release this May.

Lost Film Return with Pilot Light

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It’s been a couple of years since Jim Hewitt’s Lost Film project has thrown anything our way, but let’s hope that, like the song title, this track is the ignition that gets more grooves coming our way. Personally, I love his adherence to the bouncier brand of indiepop here, with that sound building it’s own energy in the snappiest of fashions. While there’s certainly a driving spirit, the vocals come across the speakers like a really cool breeze, fluttering softly but with enough cool to soothe all that ails you. This song wouldn’t be out of place on a playlist with the likes of Beach Fossils or Ducks Ltd., so if that’s your vibe, then this is your (and mine!) jam.

GMO Drop Double Headed Gemini

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Guess we’re going to rock with dope post-alternative vibes today, like this super rad GMO tune that just dropped. The group features former members of ATH faves B-Boys, but don’t let that be your guide, as the sound below is completely headed in the other direction. They roll out heavy samples that recall Sneaker Pimps, taking a striking vocal, indie rock staples and fusing it with an understated electronica pulse. What I love is the emotional saturation here, with the pacing of the tune just letting each element kind of soak the skin, working it over and over until you have no choice but to admit to yourself that you probably need more of this in your life. Be sure to go revisit their Repeat/Rewind EP if that’s the case!

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