Woo returns to Independent Project Records with reissues of ‘Robot X’ and ‘Xylophonics’. The two albums, ‘Robot X’ (2016) and ‘Xylophonics’ (2017), are combined into a two-for-one package, available on both double CD and vinyl, with updated artwork. This reissue offers fans a chance to revisit these distinctive albums in a new format. IPR has a long history with Woo, dating back to the late 1980s when they first released the band’s early work. Now, almost 40 years later, the collaboration continues to thrive as IPR relaunches and Woo maintains their innovative spirit. The creative energy betwe ..read more

Exclusive video premiere of ‘Tell Me a Lie’ by Fair Visions, taken from their upcoming album, ‘Quite An End,’ out May 7th, 2024. Fair Visions have released ‘Tell Me A Lie,’ the third single from their forthcoming album, Quite An End. This new album introduces live instrumentation instead of sequencers, adding a raw energy to the band’s distinctive indie rock sound. Producer Abe Seiferth (known for his work with Nation of Language, LCD Soundsystem, and Car Seat Headrest) collaborated with the band, along with a range of talented musicians like Tim Lappin (Casual Male) on bass, Chris Egan and Je ..read more

Carrie Nation & The Speakeasy’s latest album, ‘Logos,’ is a bold blend of punk energy and acoustic instrumentation. This high-octane quintet from Wichita, KS, presents thought-provoking themes and varied arrangements with unbridled intensity and artistic ingenuity. ‘Logos’ delves into the dichotomy of reason and belief through complex soundscapes, powerful horns, and driving beats, creating a one-of-a-kind listening experience. The album’s inventive style and engaging narratives make it essential listening for fans of experimental acoustic music and thrashgrass. “Logos is an album about c ..read more

The Chemistry Set’s Dave McLean has embarked on a solo journey, presenting his mesmerizing rendition of Kaleidoscope’s ‘Faintly Blowing’. This fresh interpretation, released through Fruits de Mer Records, captures the essence of the original while adding McLean’s unique flair. Peter Daltrey, who fronted Kaleidoscope, praised the cover for its faithful yet innovative approach, highlighting the song’s climactic ending. The single comes in a distinctive 8″ lathe-cut format, offering fans both stereo and phased mono mixes. Dave McLean   “I wanted to create a big dreamy psychedelic soundstage ..read more

Chaos Shrine, the musical duo of Paul Beauchamp and Andrea Cauduro, explores the concept of duality through intricate sonic rituals. Their creative process involves seamless role interchange, where they intuitively transition from composer to musician to engineer, driven by silent cues. With backgrounds in ambient/drone music and contemporary guitar work, Beauchamp and Cauduro craft soundscapes that reflect the fluidity and mystique of chaos magick. Chaos Shrine’s unique approach to music production is based on an almost instinctual communication between Beauchamp and Cauduro. They move effort ..read more

A year after their critically acclaimed debut album ‘La Mémoire des Orages’ (The Memory of Storms), the Belgian nine-member ensemble Ogives has released a 12-minute live session recorded at a historic site in Brussels. The track ‘Patience (Part I-II)’ serves as the opening to their debut album, which was mixed by Steve Albini at Electrical Audio Studios and released via Sub Rosa. As part of the album’s central trilogy, the song offers a poetic journey into the theme of time. It showcases the band’s richly diverse style, which combines polyphonic vocals inspired by ancient sacred music, contemp ..read more

Exclusive track premiere of ‘Heaven or Las Vegas’ by shoegaze outfit Rose Haze. When Kate Ramsey met Ruben Gonzales in early 2019, they instantly connected over their shared passion for music, calling their partnership an “eternal marriage in music.” Together, they transformed Rose Haze’s sound from its progressive rock roots into a blend of dream pop, shoegaze, new wave, psych rock, and experimental noise. The duo often likened their musical chemistry to that of Cocteau Twins’ ‘Robin Guthrie and Elizabeth Fraser,’ which inspired them to record a cover of ‘Heaven or Las Vegas’. Tragically, Go ..read more

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