Vitesse X‘s “Realize” is out on Music Website. Not too long ago, Vitesse X announced the end of one era while simultaneously heralding the beginning of another – echoing her November tweets where she hinted at two albums in the works. This week, the New York-based producer finally unveiled “Realize,” the first taste of an upcoming suite of dream pop songs. Fans of Hatchie will surely embrace her hazy new sound. “Realize is my open letter to the narcissist,” she explains. “It’s a commentary on something I’ve witnessed time and time again, a tragedy that has filled me with both rage and heartbre ..read more

“Always Blue” is taken from Membra‘s forthcoming debut album, Blocks of Color Blocks of Sound, slated for release on May 9th. Through Membra, Brooklyn-based composer Ned Porter constructs an immersive sonic playground, blending his innate artistic prowess as a sound designer and filmmaker with the thrill of exploring uncharted musical territories, resulting in singular songwriting that lingers in the mind. After the release of Membra‘s debut single “Running,” Porter returns with “Always Blue,” unveiling yet another facet of his creative persona. Much like “Running,” “Always Blue” prompts us to ..read more

“Your Love” is taken from Mild Universe‘s forthcoming debut album Everything Must Change. Mild Universe, one of the grooviest upcoming bands hailing from San Francisco, continue to tease their upcoming debut album Everything Must Change, set for release later this year, with a sensual and dancey new single. Driven by a sexy bass line and a retro disco groove, “Your Love” is reminiscent of acts like Say She She, Retrograde88 or Automatic – which is undoubtedly fantastic. According to their bio, Mild Universe aim to unite communities through music and movement, and this warm anthem about love so ..read more

Vitesse X‘s “Nouns” is out via Music Website. Before transforming into the enigmatic ethereal producer and DJ we now recognize as Vitesse X, Jordan Stern toured was a touring guitarist for Heavenly Beat. In 2016, Stern collaborated with John Peña to co-write “Nouns.” Releasing this shoegaze demo just a few days ago, she aims to rekindle her indie roots and introduce a new era of sound. The hazy track comes with a video, courtesy of Chris Burden, of which Stern stated: “This was filmed in a few different locations around the city – neighborhoods that I lived in, and places that I frequented aro ..read more

Lucas Köksal releases frenetic single “eye to eye” in his first drop of 2024. Continuing his streak of singles from 2022 (“Worth Your Time,” “If Only,” and “Goodbye”), the Canadian artist returns with his signature groove-infused indie pop in the shape of newest single, “eye to eye.” The track effortlessly blends frenetic energy with grooviness, incorporating clean, jangly guitar riffs for added depth. Coupled with the laid-back vocals, it achieves a perfect balance, with the vocal melody seamlessly complementing the overall soundscape. “Eye to eye” exudes a sense of movement, infusing a jovia ..read more

“I Can’t Dream Anymore” is taken from Fabiana Palladino‘s self-titled debut album, out April 5 via Paul Institute/XL Recordings. London-based singer-songwriter and musician Fabiana Palladino, daughter of the legendary bassist Pino Palladino and a protégée of the Paul Institute, is preparing for the release of her debut album. Thus far, she has revealed the Jai Paul-assisted duet “I Care” and the stirring “Stay With Me Through The Night.” Recently, Palladino shared another exquisite single from the album, “I Can’t Dream Anymore.” The dark 80s synth-led ballad is also accompanied by an extensive ..read more

Bubba Janko‘s new single “FACE OFF” is out now. A singer-songwriter and producer hailing from Essex, London-based Bubba Janko infuses his music with surreal imagery and a cheeky nod to 80’s sleaze, creating a dreamy world dripping with “velvet, diamantés, and perfect sunsets.” His distinct ethereal style blends hushed crooning vocals with crushed 808’s, moody synths, and lush digital soundscapes. In his latest single, “FACE OFF,” Bubba Janko boldly embraces his persona as the “UK’s most ethereal geezer,” delving into themes of false identities and the intricate nature of self-expression. Influ ..read more

Philippines-based indie pop quartet KRNA return with a simmering track, “I’m Wrong,” after taking a ‘restful sabbatical.’ With six years having passed since the release of their first EP The River Gold (released back in 2018), the indie dream pop quartet KRNA are back with another hazy guitar-led single in the form of “I’m Wrong”. Their latest offering is described as the “somber sister” of their 2023 single “Dream Again”, which saw KRNA end out the year with a blissed out, 90’s tinged track. A signifier for what’s to come in 2024 and beyond! After re-formatting the grid on their Instagram – a ..read more

“Wear You Out” is taken from Jane Penny‘s Surfacing EP, out April 5 on Luminelle Recordings. Jane Penny, the mesmerizing lead vocalist of TOPS, is readying the release of her solo debut EP, Surfacing. Shaped by her time in Berlin during the pandemic, a period she defines as challenging and fraught with vulnerability, the project became a catalyst for her to explore resilience through a transformative musical journey. After “Messages,” Penny has now unveiled a fluttering and sexy new track, “Wear You Out,” of which she said: “I wanted to make something poppy and cute but also a bit sinister and ..read more

“New Confusion” and “No Light” are taken from How To Dress Well‘s new album, I Am Toward You, out May 10 on Sargent House. After an exhausting tour of more than 150 shows for The Anteroom (2018), Los Angeles-based musician Tom Krell aka How To Dress Well grew disillusioned with the music industry and yearned to return to his earlier music-making, where he could create with little external pressure. His comeback single, “New Confusion,” captures his hopeful outlook on life, a rebirth tinged by the fear of isolation. This quest for genuine connection and path toward self-actualization lie at the ..read more