He styles himself in all-caps, and the new song from New Yorker PARRIS MITCHELL is definitely worth shouting about. Since the release of his 2022 EP, I Don’t Love You, and Other Lies, Mitchell’s been hard at work on his debut album and shrugging his shoulders at genre boundaries in the process. ‘Problem Child’, his latest offering, is ‘a “neighbors calling in a noise complaint” banger about self-reflection. My emo indie rock anthem, co-penned with Stalking Gia and Ryder Stuart, explores raw emotions and introspection with ripping guitars, angsty vocals and in ..read more

If you haven’t been following closely, DIIV —Andrew Bailey, Colin Caulfield, Ben Newman, and Zachary Cole Smith—have announced their fourth album, ‘Frog in Boiling Water’, which will be released on May 24th via Fantasy Records. Following the announcement of the upcoming album, DIIV has already released tracks ‘Brown Paper Bag’, ‘Soul-Net’, ‘Everyone Out’ and, just this week, the title track ‘Frog in Boiling Water’. And so, this is where the story begins. Chapter One: Soul-Net‘Soul-Net’, the first single released from the upcoming album, made its debut on the conspiracy-laden website, Soul-Net ..read more

Blending R&B undertones with gentle alternative-pop tendencies, Dom Quincey’s new single ‘Before My Eyes’ is a delicate, vibrant and infectious new offering. Built around a backing of muted synths, subtle guitars and lo-fi drums, Dom’s emotive, silky smooth lead vocals glide over ‘Before My Eyes’, extenuating its lazy beat and luscious synth backdrop. Shifting between it’s stripped first verse, the vocals move gracefully over the soulful, R&B chord structure to capture a honest, heartfelt sense of melancholy. Building to a brilliantly constructed, climactic final chorus, the song is t ..read more

Porij’s eagerly awaited debut album is a sonic journey that defies expectations and embraces the chaotic energy of their creative process. Hailing from Manchester, the band’s eclectic mix of club tropes and indie pop elements creates a musical landscape that feels both familiar and refreshingly unique. With nods to their influences ranging from Disclosure to Radiohead, Porij’s music is a testament to their evolution and willingness to experiment. Influenced by a diverse range of genres, Porij’s lyrical content delves into themes of love, identity, and introspection. Frontman Eggy uses the musi ..read more

Slate’s new single, “Shade In Me,” is like a recipe for indie rock with a twist. Throw in equal parts dark atmosphere and indie rock vibes, then add a glug of sweet and sour—those captivating male/female vocals—and a dollop of honeyed choruses. The result? A perfect blend of anxiety and release that Slate delivers with finesse. With their upcoming debut EP, “Deathless,” set to release on May 17th via Brace Yourself Records, Slate continues to make waves in the music scene. Following the success of their lead single, ‘Remoter Heaven,’ ‘Shade In Me’ throws down some memorable melodic hooks, all ..read more

I was with a couple of friends at the iconic Republic Hotel in Hobart who had never seen Kid Congo & the Pink Monkey Birds live before. I felt a certain level of envy about what they were about to witness for the first time. I recalled the first time I saw the band around ten years ago – it was a spontaneous decision at midnight during a white hot Sydney summer and ended up being, to this day, one of the best gigs I had ever witnessed. I didn’t know what to expect at the time – I had seen Kid Congo Powers perform with the iconic line up of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds years before (with Bli ..read more

Edinburgh Psych Fest, the sister festival to the UK’s leading Psychedelic music and arts festival Manchester Psych Fest, has announced the second wave of acts joining the bill for this September’s festival. Off the back of a huge first lineup announcement that featured Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Pigs, Temples and NewDad, Edinburgh Psych Fest reveals more exciting names that will head to Scotland’s capital on Sunday 1st September, including renowned musician, composer, producer, film-maker and former Super Furry Animal’s frontman Gruff Rhys, Seattle psych band ..read more

Susanna’s upcoming album, “Meditations on Love,” promises to be a profound exploration of the intricacies of human relationships. Her lead single, “Everyone Knows,” sets the stage for this introspective journey, offering a refreshing departure from the typical narratives of love found in mainstream music. Rather than focusing solely on the euphoria of new love or the pain of heartbreak, Susanna delves into the nuanced territory in between. With haunting vocals and an experimental will in the same vein as Björk as well as an eclectic musical backdrop featuring chattering saxophone, tribal percu ..read more

Pom Poko’s latest single, “Champion,” offers a tantalizing glimpse into their forthcoming album of the same name, slated for release on August 16th via Bella Union. The Norwegian quartet delivers their signature blend of quirky, ambitious post-punk with a knowing glance towards prog pop with finesse, showcasing their penchant for catchy melodies and infectious energy. The track’s singalong chorus is an absolute earworm, leaving listeners eager for more. As vocalist Ragnhild Fangel Jamtveit explains, the title track embodies a sense of collective trust and camaraderie within the band—a sentimen ..read more

The Janitors’ latest single, “Lies,” offers a haunting glimpse into their upcoming album, “An Error Has Occurred,” set to release on May 24th via Rocket Recordings. With a sound seemingly a direct descendant of the Velvet Underground, the track is steeped in darkness and carries a slightly ominous aura. Of the track, the band say “It’s a bit of a double edged sword this song. It’s about lies by a specific person or the lying fat scumbags in power, your choice. Most songs on the album have that duality. It’s a pretty classic Janitors song. The one riff that just keeps going, and the old quiet/l ..read more