Track: Let the glorious summer vibes of Jimi Tenor’s new single “Summer of Synesthesia” wash over you
Jimi Tenor’s “Summer of Synesthesia,” out now on Timmion Records, is a stunning blend of psychedelic soul and library music, resplendent with lush summer chords and an electronic sheen that radiates warmth. Over Cold Diamond & Mink’s steady, soulful rhythm, Tenor layers delicate synth textures, creating an intoxicating atmosphere where sounds seem to turn into …
Track: Legendary jangle Pop outfit The Loft release new video for the imperious “Dr. Clarke”
There was some excitement in Backseat Mafia towers at the news of a brand-new single and video for “Dr Clarke” by The Loft, and it’s a track that encapsulates everything that made the band such a defining force in mid-80s jangle pop – at least in my house after taking a chance on their single …
Meet: Ahead of her new album “You and I are Earth” we sit down with Anna B Savage
Anna B Savage’s third album, You & i are Earth, feels like an invitation into a deeply personal yet universal exploration of connection—between people, places, and the natural world. Following her critically lauded albums A Common Turn and in|FLUX, Savage’s new work strikes a remarkable balance: intimate yet open-ended, delicate yet emotionally charged. Sounds of …
Track: The 7:45s bring the classic soul sound in new single “The Way That I Love You”
Manchester collective The 7:45s are back with their new single, The Way That I Love You, and it’s another step closer to perfecting their classic soul sound. Out January 10th digitally on LRK Records, this relaxed, summery track is drenched in infectious grooves and vintage vibes, and precedes a 7” vinyl release in March With …
Track: Squid at their jittery and experimental best with new single ‘Building 650’
Squid’s latest single, “Building 650,” is a dizzying concoction of post-punk and art rock that defies easy classification. Released ahead of their third album, Cowards (out February 7th, 2025, via Warp Records), the track continues the band’s tradition of bending, breaking, and outright ignoring musical conventions. It’s the sound of a band unafraid to experiment, …
Track: Divorce release the mesmerising and wilfully disjointed “Pill”
With their latest single “Pill,” Divorce demonstrate their remarkable ability to blend disparate sounds into something cohesive and thrilling. Taken from their forthcoming debut album, Drive to Goldenhammer (out March 7th via Gravity/Capitol), this track is post-punk at its most melodic yet experimental, a five-minute journey through chaos, intimacy, and euphoria. On one side, “Pill” …
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 …