‘Existential Defeat’- Fugu Quintet, a Dissonant Dive into the Void
With ‘Existential Defeat’, Saint Petersburg’s Fugu Quintet delivers a sonic séance for a world adrift. This is the kind of track that slips under your skin and lingers there, crawling through the corners of your psyche like smoke in an abandoned room. Drawing from the bleak palettes of noir jazz,Continue Reading
‘I AM EVERYTHING’- Tangerine Cassette, Levelling Up with Neon-Pop Power
Tangerine Cassette have never been ones to play it safe, and with their latest offering, ‘I AM EVERYTHING’, the duo throw the rulebook out the window and hit reset on the self-love anthem. This track is less a song and more a full-on identity celebration, bursting with sass, sparkle, andContinue Reading
‘Memories’- Nissu, Capturing the Essence of Nostalgia with Stunning New EP
Infused with personal reflection, heartfelt storytelling, and pop vibes, Nissu’s latest EP, ‘Memories’, is a deeply resonant journey through love, friendship, and the defining moments that shape us. Inspired by a wide spectrum of artists- with a particular nod to the anthemic energy of Katy Perry- this collection blends upliftingContinue Reading
‘Fleeing Thoughts’- Department of Electrophilosophy Unveil Experimental New Single
Santa Maria-based Department of Electrophilosophy- the father-son duo of Marc and Cedric Bobro- have released their latest single, ‘Fleeing Thoughts’, the first offering from their upcoming EP, ‘Spin-oza’. The track is an immersive blend of IDM, post-industrial, and electroacoustic elements, recorded live with no overdubs, showcasing the duo’s commitment toContinue Reading
‘Centurion’- The Petals, Showcasing a Bold Evolution in Sound with New EP
Pittsburgh-based alternative rock band The Petals are back with their latest release, the four-track EP ‘Centurion’. The record blends danceable synths, intimate vocals, and a fusion of acoustic and electric rhythms. This EP marks a vibrant shift from the band’s previously sombre tones to a more colourful, modern texture. RecordedContinue Reading
‘Spellbreaker’- Bouquet, Dream-pop Duo Announce First Album in a Decade and Share New Single ‘Hold On’
Los Angeles-based dream-pop duo Bouquet has returned after ten years with the announcement of their long-awaited album, ‘Spellbreaker’. The duo- Carolyn Pennypacker Riggs, an acclaimed interdisciplinary artist, writer, and composer, and Max Foreman, a songwriter, producer, and head of music at Occidental College- craft a delicate sound, sitting somewhere betweenContinue Reading
Single Reviews: 2 March 2025: Avery Friedman, Antoine Flipo, Calming River, Kylie Rothfield, and Corde Oblique
Photo by Taylor Deas Avery Friedman – Photo Booth alternative / indie rock Melodic-first songwriting and deceptively gentle performances are carefully balanced with sharp jabs of sonic oddities on “Photo Booth” a recent single from Brooklyn’s Avery Friedman. This whimsical tune capsulizes the simple euphoria to be found on aContinue Reading
Single Reviews: 27 February 2025: SELL EVERYTHING, Rzekomo, Diarmuid J Kennedy, The Mad Mile, Yodashe
Photo by Gervelemae SELL EVERYTHING -Something New jazz-rock fusion Are bands that stylize their name in all caps being purposefully obnoxious? Most definitely yes, and I personally and generally am not a fan of the practice. However, I’ll let it slide for Dublin’s SELL EVERYTHING, a band that transcends mediocrityContinue Reading
Théophile Blanchon & Merlin Breij – Triptyque (EP Review)
There’s a wonderful convergence of natural and electronic elements at play across Triptyque, a fittingly titled three-track EP from Zurich-based musicians Théophile Blanchon and Merlin Breij. The trumpet’s voice may not be uttering words, but it offers narrative amidst the textural soundscapes the two put together. A triptych is aContinue Reading
Single Reviews: 15 February 2025: Rosier, Homesickness, Castlebeat, Jeppe Davidsen, Mirrortalk
Photo by Barthelemy de Mazenod Rosier – n’as-tu jamais vu d’oiseaux? alternative Montréalers Rosier grapple with all the feels on their recent single “n’as-tu jamais vu d’oiseaux?” Forget that the melody is to die for and that the acoustic backbone marries providentially with the classy electric guitars and production flair,Continue Reading