Reviews

Silverlake’s latest and first single, “X (I Should Be Digging)” from the upcoming album Exotic Metals Ltd. marks a hauntingly bold return for the three-piece dance and indie art pop band. The song opens with rippling, sparkling melodies inspired by a tape loop from a Tate St. Ives exhibition. Once…

NYC band Pencildive, fronted by Gina De Nardo, delivers an electrifying EP, Watch The World, that traverses brooding themes with ‘90s grunge. Joined by Zach Hirsch and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Hopper, the trio recorded this raw collection at Gojira’s Silver Cord Studios in Ridgewood, Queens. Watch The World opens with “Eyes,”…

Glaswegian punk-pop band Spoonr delivers a sharp, energetic critique of modern media with their latest single and fourth track from their upcoming album, “Spinning Wheel,” released on September 13. Produced by Nick Prentice at Media Room in Glasgow, the song taps into the chaos and noise of the information age,…

The Harbours’ latest single, “Locked In,” released this September 13, once again gets behind modern relationships. The 4th single of the year, this song becomes an anthem for the youth with indie-pop hooks and relatable authenticity. Produced by Ollie Drakard and Will Massarella-Tyler, “Locked In” kicks off with building riffs…

Portuguese indie pop artist Tsunamiz has released his latest and fourth single, “Dreamz,” from his upcoming seventh album Behold the Man. Pulling up all strings amidst electro-pop and alternative vibes, infused with a nostalgic nod to post-punk, the song is about to take you places, even dreams. “Dreamz” opens with…

Released on December 8, 2023, Something Strange by Hawaiian Pistoleros blends genres and emotions with ease. With 10 tracks, all composed and recorded on Coconut Island by Vassili Caillosse, the album transports listeners through a rockabilly-filled tropical journey with whimsical and mystical storytelling. “Crazy Shaky Dizzy World” opens Something Strange…

Todd Hearon returns with a handful of 90s alt and indie rock influences on the latest acoustic and folksy album, Impossible Man. Backed by an impressive array of musicians, the album has producer Don Dixon on bass and background vocals, with others handling piano, Hammond organ, accordion, drums, electric guitar,…

Eric Walker, the Andover-based artist known for his blend of Alternative-Pop and EDM, delivers a fresh, nocturnal anthem with “Night Drive (Road to You).” Drawing influences from artists like Tom Grennan, John Martin, and KT Tunstall, Walker crafts an atmospheric track that seamlessly marries his smooth vocal delivery with shimmering…

Jared Harper’s “I’ll Find A Better Way” is an emotionally charged pop-rock track that takes you on a journey, full of intoxicating mind games and charming western-inspired melodies. With a high yet calming vocal tone, Harper’s voice beautifully complements the infectious groove of the beat and the sweeping guitar riffs.…

TB Wizz And the Dark, the musical project of Stéphane Celotto, takes us decades back into the 60s through the album My Delusions. Recorded with vintage equipment at WDD Records in Toulouse with a retro and atmospheric approach, the album gets behind alienation, inner turmoil, and the search for freedom.…