Track: Doves return with brilliant new single “Cold Dreaming”
Doves continue to age like fine wine, with their latest single, “Cold Dreaming,” demonstrating a band still creating vibrant and memorable songs. Drawn from their upcoming album Constellations For The Lonely (out February 14, 2025, via EMI North), the track combines elements of psych-soul and indie rock with a lush, cinematic flair. From the outset, …
Track: Clara Mann releases the fragile beauty of new single “Driving Home The Long Way”
Clara Mann’s new single, “Driving Home The Long Way”, is a breathtaking glimpse into her evocative artistry, a song of striking delicacy and quiet power. Anchored by Mann’s distinctive, fragile voice—dripping with emotion—it draws you in and holds you close. The track’s understated beauty extends to its accompaniment: brushed acoustic guitar forms the song’s backbone, …
Track: Bob Mould mines indie rock gold with new single “Here We Go Crazy”
Bob Mould’s new single, “Here We Go Crazy”, couldn’t belong to anyone else. It’s classic Mould—this brooding simmering angst, swathes of guitar noise, and a driving pulse, but like the best of his work with Hüsker Dü and Sugar, it’s all wrapped up in a bittersweet pop pill. The immediate chorus, sugared with backing vocals …
Track: Rocafort reissue two must have rare soul gems from Don Covay / Harvey Mandel on 7”
Rocafort Records kicks off 2025 with a stellar 7” reissue that’s a must-have for soul aficionados. The A-side, “If There’s a Will There’s a Way” by Don Covay and the Jefferson Lemon Blues Band, is a deep soul classic that pairs Covay’s gritty, heartfelt vocal with Donny Hathaway’s elegant, peerless arrangement. It’s a dry, textured …
Track: Prima Queen score another melodic winner with new single, The Prize
Out now via Submarine Cat Records, Prima Queen’s “The Prize” is another standout from the transatlantic indie duo, proving once again their knack for crafting unforgettable melodies and hooks. The sweetness of the tune is gently scuffed up in the verses by gritty guitar lines, giving it just enough edge, while the chorus bursts into …
Track: Polly Paulusma reveals intimate and beautiful new single Mary Louise
Polly Paulusma’s new single “Mary Louise” is a tender, spellbinding piece that exemplifies her mastery of blending folk traditions with contemporary indie sensibilities. Sprinkled with her trademark pixie dust, the track is both intimate and breathtaking, a bittersweet ode to a lost school friend. Paulusma’s distinctive vocal is accompanied by a subtle, shuffling guitar arrangement …
Track: Bridget Hayden and the Apparitions breathes life into Factory Girl ahead of new album
Bridget Hayden’s “Factory Girl” is a stunning reimagining of a traditional folk song, showcasing her ability to breathe new life into old verses while preserving their emotional core. Her earthy, resonant vocals are perfectly matched with the accompaniment’s layered drones and delicate string interjections, creating a soundscape that feels timeless and deeply evocative. Drawing from …
Track : North East glam/garage rock outfit Super Burner release statement of intent with new single “One Last Time”
Super Burner’s latest single “Pick Your Own” is a swaggering declaration of intent, a chunky, muscular slice of what can only be described as “new glam”, which I may or may not just have made up. Mixing driving grooves with shards of noisy guitar and a relentless attitude, the track channels the stomping power of …
Track: Become “Hooked” by the delicious art/glam of the latest slice from Franz Ferdinand’s new album
Franz Ferdinand’s latest single, “Hooked”, lives up to its name—it’s stuffed to the brim with irresistible hooks. Bold and brash, the track blends their signature art-school rock sensibilities with a pure pop outlook, adding a glittery dollop of glam for good measure. It’s in-your-face, unapologetic, and bursting with a certain neon-lit, flamboyant energy that’s hard …
Track: C Duncan chases pop perfection with new single “Think About It”
C Duncan’s latest slice of pop perfection, “Think About It”, has the poise and summery optimism of something truly special, dressed up with all the frills of sophisti-pop. The third single from his upcoming album It’s Only a Love Song (out January 24 via Bella Union), this track showcases Duncan’s masterful blend of slick production, …