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Empty by DAMIEN: Review Synthwave with a distinct punk aesthetic meet in DAMIEN’s mysterious tune “Empty.” A moody singer takes the mic for a dark melodic outfit, followed by weighty basslines and an electrifying beat pattern. Altogether, this powerful ode feels like DAMIEN’s eminent moment in the spotlight. “Empty” is…

“Molt” is the long-awaited sophomore album from dream-pop-synth-rock master Softaware (Colin Nance of Harglow). And the wait was definitely worth it. As soon as the ethereal synthesizers begin to play, you lose all sense of gravity. Softaware’s warmth envelops you with guitars and pads that swirl. Comparable to his 80s…

I Dreamt I Met Elvis by Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends: Review “I Dreamt I Met Elvis” is a stunning indie-folk rock track by the musical act Arn-Identified Flying Objects and Alien Friends. Truly a unique band name, and an equally unique sound, the artist showcases incredible spirit in…

Through his work as RobinPlaysChords, as a member of the transatlantic duo The Companions, and as the founder of Tiergarten Records, Robin Jax has spent years attempting to come to terms with the person he was, the person he could have been, and the person he desired to become. During…

Winter by Our Violet Room: Review Our Violet Room, alias Denver’s Matthew Birch, presents a four-seasonal trip with the single ‘Winter’. Lyrically, the indie-folk song traverses the seasons from winter to fall to summer, each time evoking a different mood to convey the dynamic shifts that occur between the characters.…

Azimuth by Mighty Brother: Album Review ‘Azimuth’, the fourth studio album from New Orleans-based band Mighty Brother, is an experimental mix of genres, including classic rock, alternative rock, jazz, and blues. The 11-track concept album explores a fictional character’s journey through modern society using the term ‘Azimuth’ as an analogy…

Karisma Ape by Lato: Review Experimentation and indie rock fuse together with Lato’s moody track “Karisma Ape”. The artist incorporates unique bass sections with a weighty essence. It’s almost like the drum and bass parts merged for a resonant sound, and the outcome was indeed satisfying to hear. The vocalist…

Sinking Man by Scarlet Mill: Review Scarlet Mill’s first single of the year 2023, ‘Sinking Man’, is a sad love song about a man who drinks too much to cope with the pain of heartbreak. This Dutch alternative indie band has three members, Jennifer Moesker, Erik Verhoef and Maarten Verhoef,…

Doc Freighter is the hottest new band in London’s underground music scene. The band, comprising of frontman and lyricist James Burridge, Zsolt Benko (bass), and Ollie Bruce (drums), formed in the aftermath of the Covid outbreak, and have swiftly amassed a devoted fan following, selling out coaches and filling to…

Polly’s House by Jordan Sommerlad: Album Review Jordan Sommerlad’s album “Polly’s House” is a brilliant take on the indie-pop/rock genre. Everything in this nine-piece collection feels enriching, and the melodies are immensely polished. Instrumentally, the album has a soothing combination of gritty guitars and uplifting percussion segments. Jordan’s instrumental synergy…