Justin Sconza Shares New Single + Drops Fantasy

If you find yourself in the mood for some crisp power-pop sounds, might we point you in the direction of Justin Sconza and his brand new Fantasy LP. When the track kicks in, I was totally bopping in my chair, as the track embraces that sort of down-stroke rhythmic guitar perfected by the Ramones, albeit spun through the lens of pop aficionados. Don’t get me wrong, there’s just the right amount of edge coursing through this song, but the brightness provides this killer balance that allows the tapping of toes to help keep pace with the natural energy coursing throughout. The sort of track that puts a smile on your face, and Fantasy is chock-full of such tunes, so check it out now!

Asara Shares Debut Single

It’s always nice to hit upon a new artist that’s doing things you love, which is where we meet Asara, the latest signing for Geographie Records over in France. You might recognize her previous work through her other project Dog Park, but here, she’s taken on the role of everything in producing her new project, playing all the instruments, crafting all the organization, etc. Drifting pop environments will make you feel right at home here, and with an ethereal vocal that hangs behind the bubbly bass and wash of synths, you’ll find your mental ascent into otherworldliness will provide you the perfect mid-morning moment of solace.

Night Moth Share Horse Single

This new single from Night Moth is certainly something that’s going to peak your interest, at least if you’re into the current indie climate. While brief, “Horse” offers some hints at the group’s nostalgic alternative rock feel; there’s a slight bit of grunginess to the guitar sound, contrasting against the cooled calm of the vocals. They slither through the verses, cresting at the right time to deliver this subtle hook that makes me love every moment of this song. Brevity will have you circling back, and in that, you’re going to want to keep an eye out for their self-titled album, out next Friday, the 13th!

Slow Jam from Shopworn Eyes

If you need to take a moment to slow your day down then this tune from the recent Shopworn Eyes EP is going to be perfect for your day. It’s this dreary track that’s just trickling, with the guitar notes just dripping through your speakers at a snail’s pace. It feels like the perfect tune to slow your heartbeat when facing stress, or your brain just drifting off into a sense of nothingness. You’ll find solace settling your soul when you press play below, and perhaps it encourages you to dig into the depths of their It’s Only Pain EP, which is available now.

Paper Sister Share Dreamy

We’re just a few weeks out from our annual SOTO vs AustinTownHall show at Hotel Vegas (more info HERE), and one of the group’s taking the stage on our behalf is Paper Sister. The group have a penchant for heavy dream pop sounds, but on their newest single, they pull back the weighted moments to really highlight the melody; it’s one of my favorite things about the track, as the pop sensibility really rises to the surface, highlighting the band’s charms. You’ll still get to hear pretty of angular riffs twisting and knifing their way through the entirety of the jam, with a nice little growl gurgling beneath. Really expert production and a tune you’ll surely love.

Swash Announce Powers of Ten

One of my favorite labels, Hidden Bay Records, is hitting it hard at the start of the year, with acts like Special Friend already scheduled for a new release, and now there’s the news of Swash putting out an album too! The Danish outfit are brandishing a solid blend of alt rock, exuberantly loud when they crash into the chorus, and tightly wound as the guitars wriggle through the verses. Those verses are done just right, leaving room for the steadied pop of the vocals work its way into the picture, contrasting the band’s noisier moments with a little bit of honey for your ears. Powers of Ten is out on April 17th.

Stephen Becker Shares Bad Idea

As you settle into your day, you might also want the perfect accompanying tune, like Stephen Becker‘s latest, “Bad Idea.” It’s a really carefully written bedroom pop number, quiet in its presentation, though brimming with this powerful weight you’ll certainly understand once you listen through. He has these subtle little pitch changes in the chorus, which along with vocal accompaniment, layer the song in this blanket of melodiousness that continues to pull me into the comforts of the tune time and time again. Becker is releasing a new LP titled Gravity Blanket, which is out on April 24th.

Zzzahara Announces Distant Land

Waking up this morning to new music from zzzahara might turn this hump day into a definitive gem, especially as it comes with a new album announcement for the LA-based artist. Their lead single from the LP features Winter, which you know is an immediate key to winning over the ATH team. The two trade vocal lines back and forth, all of it set to this light-hearted jangle that embraces the dreamier tones of pop; their voices are quite similar, but the subtle change furthers the sweetness of a song that is all about longing. Look for Distant Lands to drop on June 5th via Lex Records.

New Villagerrr Tune

We’ve been covering Villagerrr for quite some time, so it’s great to see Mark’s star rising out there. Yesterday, the project announced Carousel, his new LP, and you can clearly hear the detailing of the tune. There’s delightful little bits of fuzzed out riffs, but they get buried beneath the surface, only popping up when necessary. Scott’s voice is careful, sort of sitting patiently in the middle of the mix, overlapping when the need to layer melody calls for it. There’s a really cool sincerity to the track too, something that feels like its locked into the sharing of EMOtions, whilst pushing the boundaries of our current indie rock trends. Carousel drops via Winspear on May 29th.

Greg Mendez Announces Beauty Land

A strong day for songwriters on the site, now with Greg Mendez announcing his new album, Beauty Land. I always tend to marvel at how impactful the work of Greg is, particularly when he delivers such emotion in a short span of time. I know it’s particularly unfair to Greg, but the way the recording highlights the fragility of his voice mixed in with the heavy strum of the strings on the guitar. There’s a little trickle of piano added in, with Mendez intent upon maximizing the emotional tug; he’s such a magician with these slight details he builds into his work. Beauty Land is his debut for Dead Oceans, and it hits on May 29th.

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