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Julian Lynch Announces Rat’s Spit

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It’s been a hot minute since I really indulged in listening to sort of ambient soundscapes…but I really love Julian Lynch. He just announced Rat’s Spit, and with it this brand new single to tease his forthcoming release. The sonic structure seems fairly simple, or at least straightforward, offering a piano line, some fuzz and another wash of electronics before allowing his voice to enter. When his voice does arrive, it quickly moves into angelic tones, which some might see as a nod to Bon Iver. There’s a nice little guitar solo noodling through the track’s midsection too! Rat’s Spit will hit the streets via Underwater Peoples on January 18th.

Brand New Track from Free Time

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free-timeWhat! New Free Time?! I’m in. This band now calls NYC their home, though they originated in our favorite Aussie town of Melbourne. It’s primarily been the project of Dion who played with Twerps when we booked them for a SXSW show long ago (the line-up currently includes Marty of Twerps!). Honestly, on the band’s last LP, I thought the songs moved just a touch too slowly for my tastes. But, this new song seems absolutely perfect. Guitar sounds are perfect, they bring in some harmonizing vocals and just a casual hint of jangling to go with the hip beat. Sure, it’s early, but this has been one of my favorite tracks of 2016 so far. Their new album, In Search for Free Time, comes out soon via Bedroom Suck/Underwater Peoples.

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Catchy Jam from Free Time

freeWe’d previously run the B-Side from Free Time, but the A-side is even better.  Dion Nania’s project seems to have fully taken form, stepping further away from his work with Twerps, and moving in another direction, though still paying homage to his past.  There’s cascading guitar solos maneuvering in and out of the song, and you’ll find the relaxed vocal approach working too.  If you expected another chilled bit of casual pop, then check yourself, as “Esoteric Tizz” is a stunner.  The 7″ will be released this week on Underwater Peoples, so grab it while its hot.

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Free Time Share New Single

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dionI wonder if Dion Nania is still playing with Twerps?  I reckon it’s irrelevant at this point, with his Free Time project announcing a brand new single.  Today we’ve got the mellow vibe of “Guess Work” for your listening pleasure, and while there’s similarity to his Australian friends, there’s an interesting spin he offers on this song.  It’s definitely got an Australian vibe in the guitar playing, but I hear a bit of Kurt Vile in the vocal delivery; it’s a nice touch that makes the song rather reflective in nature.  This here is the B-Side to the Esoteric Tizz 7″ that’s being released by Underwater Peoples in mid-August.

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Melted Toys Offer Up Dreamy Pop

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meltedtoysThose of you who enjoy the works of Twerps, Kurt Vile and Real Estate should pay close attention to what’s going on with Melted Toys.  The San Francisco band has a knack for writing these really relaxed guitar pop songs, with excellent craftsmanship.  There’s a slight bounce to the latest single, “Observations,” but the tune is so relaxed that you might not even notice it if you didn’t pay close attention to the drum beat.  It’s a sign that the band’s debut self-titled effort will be a relaxed bit of dreamy pop tunes to wash over you while you’re chilling out this summer; it’ll be released by Underwater Peoples on July 15th.

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Melted Toys Offer Up New Jam

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meltedThe days are growing warmer, so it’s time for us to all start preparing to get together some summer playlists; you’ve got to maximize the sun and the jams, right? This new single from Melted Toys has a sharp jangling guitar that rings in the background, though the coated vocals have this dreamy slur to their delivery.  It doesn’t hurt that there’s some electronic lasers shooting through the tune to offer up an extra bit of pep and peculiarity.  These lads will be releasing their self-titled album on July 15th courtesy of Underwater Peoples.  Get your boom box ready, it’s pool time!

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Evan Ønly Has An 80’s Hit

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evan onlyAdmit it, you like to put on those leg warmers and pretend to be in Flashdance on cold days like this. Or is it just me? #mollyringwalddance

I have an affection for 80’s wave dance hits because I’m old. When something like this hits the inboxes at ATH, it is sent to me for approval. I approve of this hit from Evan Ønly. Gentle synth sensibilities with just enough of the Italian Disco thing going on; it will elicit the proper head nod and shoulder shimmy. Evan Ønly is actually Evan Brody, a founder of Underwater Peoples. This is the lead track from a solo EP called No Matter What due on February 18th.

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Chilled Tune From Andrew Cedermark

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1862It seems like the right day for me to enjoy some relaxed tunes more in the singer songwriter genre as I ease my way into another weekend.  This new song “Canis Major” from Andrew Cedermark fits in that vein while also packing a bit of a punch in his rhythm section.  Also let’s not forget that the guy has himself some nice pipes that can be subdued and full of emotion all at the same time.  Well done sir.

New album Home Life is due out July 16th on Underwater Peoples.

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New Twee Goodness From Free Time

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Melbourne is quickly growing into the new Brooklyn as a hot bed for up and coming indie bands with solid tunes.  The sound is obviously a more twee influence when compared to the punk or experimental side of Brooklyn, but you get what I mean.  This new song “Nothing But Nice” comes our way from the recently formed group Free Time.  It’s eerily similar to ATH approved, and fellow Aussies, Twerps.  You know we can dig that.

Free Time have a self-titled release coming your way in the states on May 28th via Underwater Peoples.

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New Music from Julian Lynch

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1694Sometimes the simplistic innocence of a song really brings home where you are in life, or at least where you might want to go.  I can’t explain that, but listening to this new song from Julian Lynch really exemplifies some sort of inner discovery.  Perhaps it’s the quirky bit of classical construction, or the quieted vocal that remains barely audible throughout.  Whatever it is, this song is just flooring me right now; pretty sure I’m going to play it on repeat all night long.  You can find this tune on his new album, Lines, which will be released by Underwater Peoples on March 26th.  Buen proveche!

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