“New Music Recommendations for Essential Tunes”
es Erosion’s chaotic, menacing, and visceral take on death metal. A foreboding atmosphere hangs over the track, as the band pummel the listener with relentless aggression and technical precision. With punishing drums, razor-sharp riffs, and guttural vocals, Erosion unleash a sonic assault that is as exhilarating as it is terrifying. Invasive Species promises to be a harrowing and intense experience, a captivating and brutal journey through the depths of death metal’s darkest realms.
GIVE “Electric Flower Circus”Give’s self-titled debut from 2019 was a massive record that quickly established the band as one of hardcore punk’s most exciting new voices. The DC-based quintet blend elements of punk, post-punk, and hardcore into a potent and electrifying sound that is both urgent and cathartic. Give are back and gearing up to release Electric Flower Circus on August 16th via Lockin Out Records and React! Records. The lead single of the same name showcases the band’s ability to craft anthemic and powerful hardcore that draws from the past while pushing forward into new territory. With soaring vocals, propulsive rhythms, and searing riffs, Give deliver a track that is equal parts raw and melodic, fierce and melodic, furious and uplifting. Electric Flower Circus promises to be an essential release for fans of hardcore and punk, a gripping and invigorating record that demands your attention.
KISSY “Bad Trip” EPKissy’s music is a deeply intimate and personal take on experimental pop, blending elements of ambient, electronica, dream pop, and shoegaze into a dreamy and ethereal sound that is both hypnotic and evocative. The duo of Katie von Schleicher and Marissa Paternoster (Screaming Females) have teamed up to release a new EP titled Bad Trip, a mesmerizing and otherworldly collection of songs that explore the complexities of relationships, mental health, and self-discovery. The lead single “Miserable” showcases the duo’s enchanting harmonies, lush production, and haunting melodies, creating a haunting and immersive listening experience. Bad Trip is a striking and emotive EP that reveals new depths to Kissy’s evocative sound, a captivating and ethereal journey through the realms of experimental pop.
MISC “Yard Sale”Miscegenation’s debut album Annual Folly was such a significant album for me… extraordinarily intelligent, remarkably vigorous, possessing a genuine warmth and humor that set it apart from the clamoring art rock of the last decade. After two years of silence, the duo have finally released Yard Sale. Their latest work is a glorious scramble of colors, patterns, thoughts, and rhythms. Throughout the album, Amye Souter uses her dusky art-rock voice, sometimes playfully, sometimes harshly, to lull the listener into a kinetic pattern. In comparison, Werfner’s guitar playing is a wonder with thoughtful sidewinds and freewheeling metronomes for more than thirty minutes. Each moment of the album presents a brilliant idea, each track better than the last, until you must rise to applaud the construction. I can’t speak highly enough about Yard Sale. It’s a profound piece of art, a bitter-sweet marvel, a joyous pain about the world’s wrenching absurdity.
PISTOL CROSS GROOVE “Habitual Triage”
It’s been five years since Pistol Cross Groove released their remarkable debut album, Blessed Ergot. The Austin based quartet return with Habitual Triage, a thrilling and intense exploration of post-punk, noise rock, and experimental music. The lead single “Permanent Toker” encapsulates the band’s raw power and chaotic energy, with swirling guitars, thunderous drums, and frenetic vocals creating a mesmerizing and electrifying sound. Pistol Cross Groove’s ability to blend elements of noise, punk, and avant-garde music into a cohesive and explosive whole is on full display on Habitual Triage, a record that is as challenging as it is rewarding. With its abrasive textures, angular rhythms, and cathartic intensity, Habitual Triage is a dynamic and immersive listening experience that pushes the boundaries of rock music while remaining true to its roots.
SHOES AND SOCKS OFF “Fabric Of Gold”
Shoes and Socks Off is the alias of Nottingham based musician Tobias Hayes. Hayes began releasing music under this moniker in 2007, creating a unique and captivating blend of folk, indie rock, and experimental music. Fabric Of Gold, Shoes and Socks Off’s latest album, is a mesmerizing and introspective collection of songs that explore themes of love, loss, and redemption. The lead single “Stains” showcases Hayes’ poetic lyrics, evocative melodies, and ethereal vocals, creating a haunting and immersive listening experience. Fabric Of Gold is