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Joyce Manor Return with All My Friends Are Depressed

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I have to cop to being only a part-time Joyce Manor fan; they have some bangers for sure, but occasionally they go over my head. This new single, however, had me instantly, with a guitar line that I thought was going to take them to a Go-Betweens-esque pop punk jam…and to be fair…that is what it is. That said, the easier nod would be to pull in some Johnny Marr comparisons, and the vocals also have that swaying croon that creeps right into that same arena. It’s nice to see some of the blends between the two-genres, as that sort of soft indiepop and punk all share history. Hoping we hear more like this from the group!

Sachet Share the Source

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After last year’s The Sewing Machine EP, Aussie outfit Sachet have polished off the last batch of tunes they’ve been working on and offer them to us in the new Taipei Learner EP. This food obsessed video accompanies a brand new track, showcasing the twisting brand of rock n’ roll the group bring to listeners. Lani Crooks’ voice has this variation that seems to walk its own path; it plays with a dreamy punk attitude at times, only to turn towards a bit of indifferent snottiness that’s set up to match the group’s jagged riff work. Those riffs jump back and forth between angular stabs and warmer walls of distortion, all of them subject to Crooks’ vocal prowess. Be sure to order Taipei Learner before it drops via Tenth Court on October 31st.

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Sorry Share Echoes Video

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This song from Sorry dropped yesterday and quickly racked up streams on my end. It’s difficult to arrive at what it is that makes me fawn over this song, but for starters, the vocal work, particularly in the rolling of the chorus remind me of Life for Buildings or Love is All; it’s a unique vibe that’s lively and hints at the personal. Musically, the track seems to have two levels, with a brooding bit of indie rock operating as the core, while the arrangements behind it give the track this huge vibes that’ll have you playing it as many times as you can today. This tune is on their new album, Cosplay, out November 7th via Domino.

Ivy Drop Heartbreak Video

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Over at the ATH offices, we’ve been pretty excited about new music from Ivy, so whenever a new single leaks out into the world, you can bet that I’m all over it. On this new one, it’s a bit of a rousing stomper, using a stomping drum beat to establish the rhythm of the tune. But, the employment of a horn section also provides a similar bounce that gives a spritely drive to the track itself, leaving lots of open space in between the lines. That’s where the group excel, with jangling guitar lines popping in and out, all the while letting the cool breeze of the vocals blow across the top of the mix. Traces of You comes out on my kid’s birthday, September 5th, courtesy of Bar/None Records.

No Peeling Ask Can I Pet That Dog?

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There is a long history of punks and hardcore kids kicking out frantic jams in a short span; I think of acts like Tony Molina or Snooper (or the band I worked for, These Enzymes!) who’ve garnered a lot of love recently. Well, let us introduce you to No Peeling, a band working on the same process, cranking out these smashing punk vibes in a super-jittery fashion. From the moment you press go, they rush in with smattering of drums and these riffs that seemingly dance about in the cramped musical space. There’s a coyness in the vocals, which creates a sense of playfulness that certainly accompanies the on-going question of “can I pet that dog?” The Nottingham outfit are offering their No Peeling EP via Feel It Records on September 5th; surely you’ve got time to cram 7 songs into 8 minutes!

One Final Marissa Nadler Tune

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As I spend my morning bouncing all over the musical map, it feels fitting that we should also slide into this striking Marissa Nadler tune before her new album drops on Friday. The black and white video accompaniment sets the cinematic nature of the track right before the listener; it almost feels like the tune was written for the video, drifting as images melt into the new, with Nadler’s voice cloaking it all with the resonant beauty. Each careful musical note seems placed lightly, careful to greet the audience with emotion, only to open it up as Marissa let’s her voice coil around your brain. Such a striking tune, and yet another reason to grab New Radiations, out Friday via Sacred Bones/Bella Union.

Winter Share Hide-A-Lullaby Video

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I hope you all are keeping an eye on Winspear, as the label has had their hands in some of the great indie rock coming our way this year. Last week they dropped the new Teethe LP, and today, they’re sharing a brand new tune from the forthcoming Winter LP. This tune features Samara excelling at the trade between the various degrees of her sound, using a grittier jangled guitar line to drive the rhythm while percussive samples echo in the back of the mix. But, then, just as it goes in one direction, the tune pulls back, clears out some of the nuanced noise for a brief moment to build the hook to its apex, then unleash it all again, crashing into the listener. Plus, the vocal work is shared this round with Tanukichan, so we all win here. Adult Romantix is dropping on August 22nd!

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!

The Prize Announce In the Red

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If your coffee hasn’t kicked in, and you find your in need of spiritual fuel, might we suggest the Prize? The Melbourne bunch just announced their long-awaited debut record, and supplied us with this straight ripper to get our feet under us. While you’ll hear a lot of folks labeling this as power-pop madness, it reminds me of the Donnas, using the same formula, so kind of falls in the punk vein for me. There are chords buzzing with a quickened beat from the drum work, and all of it leads you to this huge chorus that rains melody upon the listener. They’ll be releasing In the Red September 19th via Anti Fade and Goner Records.

One More Wombo Track

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The newest LP from Wombo is going to be out this week, and based on my coverage up until now, you can clearly tell I’m digging what they’re putting down. Yesterday, they gave us one final sneak peek into Danger in Fives, and it’s another track that shows them toying with various musical constructs to build this flowing pop masterpiece. In a sense, they have this same artistic approach as early Deerhoof, kind of jagged and off-kilter, but it’s magically tied together to sound like the world of music was meant to sound that way. Don’t forget that the new LP is out Friday via Fire Talk.

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