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Lawn Chair Return with Fancy New Single

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You’re going to want to crank this one up, as German posse Lawn Chair are delivering a hook-laden rocker. In no time, you’re thrust in into a a circle pit, spinning you about before the band pull back to let the sharpness of the vocals take over. Claudia’s delivery is definitely a winner here, clever and pointe, riding on the rhythmic pulse that’s luring beneath the surface of the song. There’s a bit of melody when they move into the chorus, but the group still keeps things on a knife’s edge, so if you’re not punch dancing in your room right now, please consult a doctor. Hopefully we hear more from the group real quick, as I just can’t get enough.

Sophia Warren Shares Grin Single

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When Sophia Warren‘s new single hits you, it does so with this maturity that bewilders those who think age matters in songwriting; she makes 21 seem like decades spent honing her craft. The song wastes little time hanging about, with Warren immediately moving into this rhythmic musical stuttering, working her soulful voice in and out of the song’s spaces. It’s in those spaces where the craft and nuance show a mastery; I love the careful backing vocals that almost remind one of the Breeders at their peak, yet this is only the set up. A chorus comes soaring in, filled with the bravado of accomplishment and self-confidence, billowing with power as the track takes on dreamier rock tones. If you’re not impressed with the young Austin artists, keep an eye out for her new Adesso EP, which drops on April 30th via Tigris 33/Universal Music Group Mexico.

Swimming Bell Announce Somnia EP

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In the mood for a drifting bit of pop music? Well, Swimming Bell have you covered as they announce their new Somnia EP for Perpetual Doom. Songwriter Katie Schottland said she wanted the work on this album to “feel like sinking into water, where everything is softened and suspended,” and that sentiment definitely pervades through this first single, as you’re quickly immersed in a dream-like state, slowly moving through the ethereal landscape. One of the tricks I like, however, is the incorporation of the sliding guitar, giving a bit of a Western soul to the tune, moving it into a territory all its own. Somnia will be out on May 16th.

Maneater Share Blueprint Single

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You know by now that I’m an avowed Non La fan, and DJ has been working with their friend Lindsay on Maneater, a project that reminds me of Sleigh Bells in its earliest. Their style blends up their distinctive voices, often overlapping to push the vocal hooks they’ve built up in their songwriting. Musically, the guitars have the growl and grunginess, thus the Sleigh Bells reference, but there is something sweeter at play here, as Maneater want to offer something more like a sweet-tooth that doesn’t feel too far off from DJ’s other project. It’s joyous and fun, and done so cleverly that you have no choice but to rinse and repeat and play all day long!

Quinquis Drops Dec’h Video

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When pouring through my inbox, I always rush to open recognizable names, like Quinquis; today there’s a new single from the forthcoming Eor LP, which has already gotten some love on the site. On this new single, the electronica is used as a narrative voice, rather than some overly-propulsive dance groove; I love that it’s almost barely crawling along, with this intense pulse working just beneath the surface. Using that groove, there’s this natural tension that holds your attention throughout, with whispered vocal notes moving carefully while these sterile synapses fire off intermittently. It’s an entirely different approach, continuously building the visual and sonic arts; the new LP is out on May 9th via Mute.

Stray Fossa Share Change the Film

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I like to start my mornings with a bit of lightness, maybe some sprightly energy mixed in, which made this new Stray Fossa tune a stunner of a track to kick off your day. Of course, you’ll hear those dreamy guitars that are all the rage in my usual listening rotation, but I really adore the way the vocals embrace a gentle spirit, balancing the sharpness of the riffs and the magic of the melody. For some reason, it feels like a Ducks Ltd song stuck in the kindness of the Sarah Records era, and I’m absolutely all here for that. It’s the first single from the band this year, and fingers crossed they bring us more delighting sounds such as those below.

Johnny Maraca and the Marockers Share Hot Boy

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There’s something great about the simplicity with which Johnny Maraca and the Marockers approach their craft, cranking out a blend of old school rock n’ roll, albeit with a bit of a modern punch-up. You can hear bits of the Dolls or later garage rock acts, though here it’s dealt with such clarity that you’re instantly latched onto the hooks. And boy are there hooks! Even when his delivery is most biting, Johnny has these syllabic hiccups in his delivery that send chills down the spines of pop fans like myself. The new Little Heart record is a celebration of the great history of rock n’ roll; grab you copy on April 25th from K Records.

Bibi Club Cover Stereolab’s Orgiastic

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I’m of the belief that Bibi Club‘s Feu de Garde was one of last year’s severely overlooked albums, and hopefully with the newly announced deluxe edition, people will revisit it a bit. Today, I’m happy to guide you towards the group’s cover of Stereolab’s “Orgiastic,” which highlights the band’s sharper edge in regards to their pop constructionism. While I love the original version, it can feel heavy at times due to the percussive element and the setting of the vocals in the mix. In contrast, Bibi Club clear out some of the space, letting the voice shine a little more up front, pushing more angular notes, and the rolling electronic elements are removed periodically before a noise blast sets the song completely in motion. Feu de Garde (Les Braises) will be out May 9th via Secret City Records.

Amy Millan Shares Make Way for Waves

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After announcing a new record, Amy Millan is swinging for the fences, and she’s two for two on the singles, in my eyes at least. I found this tune quite stellar, and for once, it had less to do with Amy’s voice (which is still powerful), but more with the creative arrangement that works beneath the song. Sharp beats mix with piano notes and ebbing bits of bass guitar, waiting for the beat to thicken and the chorus to set off. Millan claims the song was pulled from a lost Stars demo, then handed over to songwriting partner Jay McCaroll, culminating in this tune. The hand drawn video was created by artist Gaia Alari, perfectly capturing the calmed nature of this tune. Amy will release I Went to Find You on May 30th.

 

Foamboy Drop Edibles

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If your life doesn’t have enough fun in it on this Monday morning, might we suggest that you try out a little Foamboy? It’s the perfect track to get your body bouncing and your smile creeping up the side of your face. You’ll probably even laugh a little at the lyrical content, as the narrator shares their experience with edibles gone wrong. All of the story gets set to this spinning bit of bouncy pop, where every note has my tapping my toes and swaying from side to side. This is where indiepop sounds start to take a risk and truly get out there, yet never shying away from our need for a little joy, even in our own space. Look for the group’s new Lime, Knife, Time, Hand EP to hit with more pop on April 4th.

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