‘Drifting,’ the debut album from Faire Osciller, is musically well-developed and full of undeniable emotions, a sonic venture of consequence.
Crossing multiple musical margins, ‘Psalms Symphony’ stands as a complex, exquisite testimony to the genius of Peter Jonatan.
The irresistible tonal quality of Morgan Mabry elevates the tracks on ‘Arrows Into Flowers: Part 1’ from prosaic to excellent.
Across the EP, Jaxyn Lethe’s vocal performance displays the evolving scope of her singing, stretching from silky smooth to airy contemplation.
Harry Schonberg lampoons pop culture with panache by blending old-school hip-hop and the energy of electro-funk with mirthful lyricism.
Das Body is difficult to pigeonhole. Embracing everything from Scandi-pop to jazz to chic dance, it’s a sound innovative and diverse.
Caparisoned in a canvas of suspended, blushing synths and temperate rhythms, the highlight of ‘sweet & heady’ is the ghostly voice of mon cher.
Set off by various genres, with ‘Fascination,’ Peppermint Heaven does what they do best – regales listeners with gratifying retro indie-pop.
At times sensual and seductive, at other times funereal, James McGowan Ensemble’s ‘Reaching In displays’ an array of not only styles but also depth and genius.
Winsome and full of longing, Holy Nowhere’s 'Soft Return' (Mint 400 Records) ends before expected, a charming collection of songs that vanish, leaving you wanting more.
Dense and full of dark shadows, ‘Shapeshifter’ boils with turmoil, approaching chaos, yet never crosses the line into sonic havoc. Negativehate is a band to keep...
The best songs on ‘Boat of Dreams’ are the moments where Puppets for Poets' expressiveness flashes through, i.e., “Distance” and “California.”
Inky in character, there’s a captivating murkiness to this album as well as an appealing allure to the throaty vocals of Oliver James Brooks.
Riding the cusp between alt-rock and hard rock, akin to almost brutal, witchy anthems, ‘Lipstick & Lithium’ abounds with visceral surfaces.
Although incredibly Spartan, there’s a weird and wonderful allure to the compositions and simple vocals of Stephen Clair.