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Season 2 Announce Debut LP

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I love when you wake up and get to hear about something entirely new and refreshing, like Season 2. The Melbourne outfit are delivering a bit of modern post-punk, though even with the revisionist approach, they still feel like they’re sharing heritage with acts like Delta 5 or the Raincoats; the guitars waver between jangling and punk, with a snappy snare keeping the rhythmic pulse of the tune. Thematically, the group are touching upon issues of boredom and the future with the refrain of “life’s passing me by/I’ve been wasting all my time.” It’s a pretty rad sound, and one that has me looking forward to Power of Now, out via Spoilsport/Upset the Rhythm.

Did You Hear Piggietails Self-Titled LP

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I know for a fact there is at least one person in the world that comes to this site to see what we’re unearthing from the Australian scene, as we love to cover the region’s sound. Piggietails popped up on our radar a few weeks back with a single from their self-titled LP; it reminded me of the the sort of disinterested pop that was coming out of Melbourne in the mid-2010 era. Their album fulfills on all those promises, with various members taking over the role of vocalist, so while the sound might be subtle, the charms change in and out, leaving you with a lasting impression that’ll have you coming back. Personally, I’ve been digging “And I’m Alright” and its circular craft, but that’s just me! Check out Piggietails, courtesy of Spoilsport Records.

Piggietails Drop CDs

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Up and coming Melbourne outfit Piggietails were only recently introduced to us over here at ATH, but with another solid number coming our way, it’s hard to ignore the new act as they push towards the release of their self-titled debut. If you’re a fan of the Aussie scene, you’ll hear some faint similarities, as the band can’t have avoided the sweet jangles of their homeland. But, with that in mind, they seem to take a broader brushstroke on this one, sort of embracing a Velvet Underground approach to letting the music make its own path, discarding all adherence to style in favor of just letting it rip. Stoked to hear the group making this sound all their own, putting Piggietails on my own personal anticipatory list; it drops via Spoilsport Records on September 19th.

Did You Check Out Dragnet

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I’m kicking off a brand new school year today, and what better way to do so than by having my students walk into a room with jittering punk courtesy of Melbourne’s Dragnet. They’ve just released Dragnet Reigns, and you’ll get to hear various approaches that fit right into the current indie rock milieu. I’m loving “Red Square,” which has some similarities to acts like Snooper, albeit with a whole lot more attitude. But, while the punk-ness is on full display, they’ve also built in some rad grooves throughout the LP, like on “Grandstand,” bringing in a subtler melody that moves behind their raw energy. The whole listen is fast and caffeinated, guaranteeing you’ll be feeding off their energy. If you dig it, be sure to order Dragnet Reigns from Spoilsport Records.

Way Dynamic Miffed It

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After a bouncy little pop number, let us slide in with another track from the forthcoming Way Dynamic LP. When the label reached out with the single, they made an allusion to Nick Drake, and you can certainly hear where their head is at with that comparison. Whether its Dylan Young’s vocal performance or the way the guitar is picked up in the mix, there’s this quiet confidence that feels sublime, generating this internal happiness that radiates within you as you press play. Personally, I like the snare sound on this track, as it reminds me of sort of the basic snare sound you had in band classed, unfiltered and pure. A delightful tune that you’ll find on Massive Shoe; it drops on August 22nd via Spoilsport 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.

Dragnet Drop Alta Vista Single

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Frantically racing into a tune is the right way to go, if one were to ask me. Dragnet clearly know how its done, rushing right in with the feuding guitar lines stabbing at one another, with one a little more open and expansively jittery. The furious rush of the drums will certainly beg you to try and keep pace, and you’ll be surprised at how seamlessly the vocal delivery fits into the production, especially as the tune can feel like it’s spinning out of control in the best way imaginable. This is the second ripper we’ve heard from their forthcoming Dragnet Reigns, which drops on August 15th via Spoilsport Records.

Friday Album Streams: Allo Darlin, Karl Frog, The Wind-Ups and More

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A lot of really great music dropped today, and, well, we’d be poor stewards of the underground if we didn’t point you in the right direction for some of these new releases. You get indiepop legends returning after a lengthy absence; you get a bit of a modern take on the Pastels; try on an eccentric crooner; and end up with a little noise pop. You can’t go wrong with any of these releases, but as always be sure to support the artists and labels!

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Quality Used Cars Announce One Hundred Million

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Melbourne has consistently provided our site with great band after band, and Francis Tait’s band, Quality Used Cars, has been one of the most consistently charming. They’ve just wrapped up the completion of One Hundred Million, and as they ready the release, I thought this track has the appropriate amount of charm to sink into your brain. It begins fairly innocently, with Francis’ voice narrating as the lightest guitar twangs about, awaiting the layered stomp from the drums and additional guitar. In operating this way, the song begins to build, opening the track up with the chorus of “you can’t please everybody all of the time.” From there the song lifts, using some fiery guitar solos and group dynamics to add bulk to the performance. One Hundred Million will be out on Spoilsport Records on August 28th.

Way Dynamic Announce Massive Shoe

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As per usual, the water in Melbourne at this time of year is sending us over lots of fresh tunes, and Way Dynamic is just another voice catching my ear. Dylan Young’s songwriting has a somewhat nostalgic vibe, sort of taking on soul and funk in its own fashion; this new single is filled with this wash of whimsy, willingly whisking you away on its hooks…like that snappy groove that gets locked in by the percussion. Backing vocals continue with the joyousness, as Young warms around the edges with this little tonal change. The new record comes on the heels of the 2024’s well-received Duck, so if you’re looking for more, check that out…or just wait until Massive Shoe drops via Spoilsport this August.

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