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Wendy Eisenberg Shares Old Myth Dying

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For an artist with a storied career such as Wendy Eisenberg, the continuous search for meaning in both art and life has created this sense of wonderment and whimsy that ultimately ends up rewarding the listener. There’s an ornate nature to the opening, carefully pulling at the guitar string before the vocals carefully step onto the stage; for a few seconds you get to embrace that solitary joy, but then gradually textures take shape, with softened drums and strings buoying the depths of the tune. As I mentioned, there’s an element of playfulness within the soul of the tune, at least to my ears; take a listen around 1:45 where Wendy enters the chorus and then delivers this almost bouncing bit of vocal lines as the strings swarm atop…it’s a really special moment that gets played out again later in the tune. You’ll be able to grab the Wendy Eisenberg LP on April 3rd!

New Track from Amiture Music

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Woke up this morning looking for something a little more aggressive than the usual vibe, and while I wouldn’t necessarily call Amiture Music dangerous, they are offering something that’s a little more structurally angry. For me, the drum work sets the tone and thundering drum rolls dominate the tune throughout. That being said, the melodic discord of the guitar sound feels ominous, as if we’re on the edge being destroyed. Together they have this energy that perfectly contrasts the nature of the vocals; those notes feel a little more dramatic, hitting this performance style that pushes back against the musical side. Stoked on this tune, and looking forward to their self-titled LP via Dots Per Inch on March 20th.

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.

MoonKill Drop Murderhouse Video

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Feel like there’s a lot of pomp around the Austin scene nowadays. Who’s the next big act? What will draw the big crowds or break out? Sometimes, I just want it gritty and done really well, like MoonKill. They’ve got a sound that aligns with a lot of the horror punk from its heyday, but there are also some sort of sludgy moments to the sound that give it a bit more interesting feel. The video below comes from their debut LP, and I love the opening guitar line, stabbing at the ears while feedback screeches around. Drums drop in, and the guitar dances more; the vocals come in, like they’re being transmitted from the surface of the moon, steady during the verses and growling when necessary. Some of those vocal moments are so emphatic that they create a little hook in the song, which is why I always come back to this brand of punk, as its got an edge but still feels fun. If you’re digging the sound, check out their Moonkill LP, which is available now!

Gus Baldwin Delivers Cherrywood

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I have made no secret of my admiration for Gus Baldwin; he’s one of my favorite current musicians in the Austin scene, whether that’s playing solo or working on various projects about town. Today, we’ve got a brand new track from his forthcoming solo record, and this one definitely feels like the spirit of Jay Reatard spinning through your speakers; it carries that garage punk fuel, particularly in the way that the vocals come across in the verses…sort of scratchy as they claw at melody. And that’s why I love Baldwin’s work, as this tune clearly illustrates a love for hooks galore, and you’ll get plenty of that whether from the chorus or other little pop blips that pop up in this recording. The self-titled LP will drop this October.

New Single from MIEN

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It’s got to be a great feeling to be working with friends, as is the case with the members of MIEN (all who have heavy psych pedigrees); they seem to sort of let their influences billow and bear fruit when fitting, never staying in one place for too long. This new number is a hypnotic event, that for some reason feels like it’s some underwater Massive Attack move; Alex’s vocals have this quieted constraint, and the effects definitely give that vibe of being just beneath surface water. But, while that natural pulse makes its way, the song eventually erupts with bits of screaming fuzz, hanging out in the far distance as the edges get washed out through your speakers. Just a reminder their new self-titled LP is out on April 18th via Fuzz Club.

Some Fear Share Album Closer

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Our Oklahomies in Some Fear have a much anticipated LP coming out for my birthday next week, January 16th (I’m pretty sure it’s a gift to me). Up until now, they’ve been offering up tunes that balance between quiet and loud, but this go round, they dive into the slower realms of their sound. “The Faucet Does All the Crying” closes the album out, and it’s a stretch of slow bending melody and vocals, like a time lapse video moving slowly with the change of the season; it’s an impactful listen that reveals the depth of their craft throughout the whole of the new LP. Some Fear is out next Thursday via Rite Field Records.

Bleak Streak Share Dark + Drop S/T LP

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Swedish outfit Bleak Streak weren’t on my radar until this track came our way, and now I’m devouring their new S/T LP. Every time I listen through the single we’re sharing below, it reminds me of a ramshackle version of Galaxie 500; the jangling pop dreaminess works throughout, though you’d likely feel as if the band over-indulged in caffeine, making some of the noisier parts pop a bit more instead of the warming to the melodic center. You’ll still find that there’s this cheerful sentiment that pervades the entirety of the tune, encouraging you to also dive into the band’s new record today!

Time Stalkers Release Isabelle Video

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Not everyone works on the same album cycle, especially if you’re a 9 piece group like Time Stalkers. This last week, a video emerged for their slow-churning pop ballad “Isabelle;” you might recognize the tune from their 2020 self-titled LP, thus giving me another chance to celebrate the band’s work. The track’s sells a pretty heart-wrenching vibe, pulling at you as the guitars bend and the strings sink you…thus the video needs the same sentiment. So, we’re presented with the story of a bird who has just been dumped, thus turning to the Time Stalkers LP for consoling; it’s a charming presentation of heartbreak, if that exists. You can still find a copy of the band’s album on cassette over at Gentle Reminder Records.

Bed Maker Prep Debut Self Titled LP

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This track from Bed Maker popped up a minute ago, and I’m totally stuck on the band’s sound. They offer up this sort of rumbling post-punk, operating on the driving rhythm piece that leaves tons of space for both Amanda MacKaye and stabbing guitar lines to dive into the fold. So many moments on this tune feel like they’ve got you tumbling, crawling for survival; they build angst and tension, tossing out emphatic punches of vocals and guitar bursts with abandon. You get the feeling that this quartet will rip right through your speakers and start playing on your living room floor; they’ll be doing just that if you grab their self-titled LP this Friday via Dischord.

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