New Music Fridays: May
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: 5/26/23
WILD CHILD, END OF THE WORLD
Wild Child’s new record, End Of The World, is a beautiful blend of folk and pop, showcasing their exceptional songwriting and infectious hooks. Their melodies are irresistibly catchy, while their poignant lyrics explore themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, making them a must-listen for fans of heartfelt and introspective indie music.
VANITY MIRROR, PUFF
LA-based Vanity Mirror is a mesmerizing band that effortlessly blends elements of alternative rock and dreamy pop to create a unique and immersive sound. With their latest release, PUFF, Vanity Mirror continues to impress.
SUMMER SALT, CAMPANITA
Summer Salt’s Campanita is a sun-soaked musical journey spanning twelve tracks, all radiating warmth and nostalgia. With their breezy surf rock sound, the record is a great cohesive collection of songs that transports you to summer days at the beach.
HANNAH JADAGU, APERTURE
Hannah Jadagu’s Aperture is a refreshing and captivating EP that showcases her remarkable talent and unique artistic vision. With infectious melodies and thoughtful lyrics, each track takes listeners on a mesmerizing journey through Jadagu’s musical landscape. From the catchy hooks of “Think Too Much” to the dreamy atmospheres of “What Is Going On?,” “Aperture” is a standout release that leaves a lasting impression.
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NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: 5/19/23
EASY DREAMS, SUNFORMER
LA duo Easy Dreams is a refreshing indie-pop band that delivers catchy hooks and infectious melodies that stay with you long after the song ends. Their blend of shimmering guitars, groovy basslines, and vibrant synth textures creates a feel-go
od atmosphere that’s almost impossible to resist. With their dynamic songwriting and charismatic vocals, Easy Dreams bring a wave of joy and nostalgia that will have you singing along in no time.
od atmosphere that’s almost impossible to resist. With their dynamic songwriting and charismatic vocals, Easy Dreams bring a wave of joy and nostalgia that will have you singing along in no time.
SOFTLUNG, SECOND CHANCES
Softlung is an innovative rock band that defies genre norms by combining ambient elements, intricate rhythms, and captivating vocals. Their music takes listeners on a sonic
voyage, seamlessly transitioning between introspective moments and bursts of energetic intensity. With their introspective lyrics and mesmerizing soundscapes, Softlung crafts an immersive and memorable listening experience.
KEEGAN POWELL, FEAR BE GONE
Keegan Powell is a talented singer-songwriter who captivates with his heartfelt lyrics and soulful vocals. His music blends elements of folk, pop, and indie rock, creating a heartfelt and introspective listening experience, all demonstrated throughout his latest release, Fear Be Gone.
THE SHALLOWS, WAVE STATES
Wave States, the latest album from The Shallows, is a captivating masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of alternative rock. With its impressive instrumentation, touching lyrics, and powerful vocals, the album takes listeners on an immersive and emotional ride from start to finish. The Shallows’ ability to craft atmospheric soundscapes and deliver infectious hooks makes Wave States a must-listen for fans of alt-rock and shoegaze.
NEW MUSIC FRIDAY: 5/12/23
WHITEHALL, MAIZY
Charleston, South Carolina indie-rock band Whitehall return with their third studio release, Maizy. This album, created for driving with the windows down, is a perfect reflection of aging and personal growth as the group enters their 20s.
ALIEN EYELID, BRONZE STAR
Americana rock band Alien Eyelid releases their debut album, Bronze Star. The Houston-originated group explores joy in traveling around and creating music with friends throughout the eight cohesive tracks.
DEX ROMWEBER, GOOD THING GOIN’
Dex Romweber returns to the music scene after 7 years with latest album, Good Thing Goin’. Romweber has an extensive music history, beginning his solo career way back in ’96, and still going strong. While his music has spanned many different genres and sounds, Good Thing Goin’ focuses on Americana roots.
CATWOLF, WOOHOOS AND GO GO BOOTS!
Based out of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the all-female band CATWOLF drops their second LP, Woohoos and Go Go Boots! The record is a statement about being present and joyous towards life and exhibits that energy throughout the ten tracks.