Mythical Motors Drop Dismantled Man Tells You

If the world were short of catchy hooks, I’d turn to Matt Addison and Mythical Motors to solve the world’s problems. On the latest single from his forthcoming LP we find him flirting with a bit of power-pop, subtly whipping in some sort of doo-wop harmonies into the vocal mix; it sets the song up with just the right amount of contrast, and the sated moment in the middle of the song just has you licking your lips with anticipation of that sugar high the group create. But, before you get your fix, the song fades to a close, so you’ll have to circle back and hit that repeat button. Tremolo on the Punch Line is out on April 10th via Repeating Cloud and Best Brother.

Color Palette Share Barcelona Single

Waking up on a Monday can be a struggle, so we need something with just the right amount of edge and pop to kind of awaken us from that weekend slumber; Color Palette is here to give us both! Much like Endearments, they’re playing a brand of indie rock that’s just on the softer side of heavy jangle pop; you can hear the distortion and noise lurking, but they’re never quite let into the party on this tune, trading for shimmering pop melodies that soar right through your speakers. Can’t really imagine a better way to kick off the fresh tunes of this week, so here you are!

Last Week’s Jams (3.2 – 3.6)

Started off with a banging amount of rock n’ roll last week, and then sort of fizzled as the week drew to a close, so all apologies. Still, there was plenty of news and new music for you; we had several SXSW Interviews too, since the festival kicks off this week! Plus, we announced the return of Welcome to the Jangle on Sunday, March 15th. But, new stuff from the likes of Memorials and Greg Mendez caught our ears, as did the newest single from zzzahara, who included Winter on their latest single. Friko continued to keep us guessing on where they’re headed, and some bonus indiepop from the Maureens and Succulents! Jump in below!

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.

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