Psychedelic – Static Sounds Club

Elephant Stone – ASHA

Elephant Stone have spent twenty years finding fresh routes between Indian classical music, psychedelic pop and guitar music with a heavier pulse. The Montreal group began in 2006 as Rishi Dhir searched for a new sense of purpose following his years with The Datsons, later known as The High Dials. Each Elephant Stone release sinceContinue reading “Elephant Stone – ASHA”

Foglights – Nous Deux EP

The EP “Nous Deux” by Foglights features Eva Cord and Archie Ingram, blending heartfelt indie pop and psychedelic tones across four songs, showcasing their distinct musical styles and emotional depth.

Primitive Ring – Primitive Ring

Primitive Ring’s self-titled debut showcases a dynamic blend of heavy psych, garage rock, and energetic riffs. The album reflects a seasoned trio’s chemistry, balancing loud performances with emotional depth.

Thought Bubble – Dark Shapes EP

Thought Bubble releases the EP “Dark Shapes,” showcasing their evolution with sharper songwriting and integrated sounds. Notable tracks include the standout “A Complicated Place,” marking their growth as a band.

Slift – Fantasia

Slift’s new album, Fantasia, showcases a leaner, more direct sound. It explores themes of political unease and collective resistance, offering a powerful commentary on contemporary struggles.

Upupayāma – Honesty Flowers

“Honesty Flowers” is a vibrant album featuring eleven tracks that blend rhythm and improvisation, reflecting a journey through music influenced by global funk and personal exploration.

Ghost Patterns – Silhouette / Cirrus

Fuzzed Up & Astromoon Records consistently delivers high-quality lathe cut singles. Their upcoming release features Ghost Patterns’ evocative “Silhouette” and “Cirrus,” exploring themes of distance, separation, and the yearning for home.

Cult Of Dom Keller – Unholy Drum

Cult Of Dom Keller’s album “Unholy Drum” blends psychedelic sounds with innovative experimentation under producer Angus Andrew. This captivating record emerges after a five-year hiatus, showcasing unique tracks filled with intensity and creativity.

Angine De Poitrine – Vol II

Angine de Poitrine impresses with their latest album Vol II, showcasing exceptional musicianship and creativity. Their unique sound and energetic performance elevate them beyond mere novelty, proving their strength as original artists.

Thought Bubble – Who’s To Say?

Thought Bubble have become one of those acts I look forward to hearing from because they always seem to arrive with fresh ideas and a slightly different angle on their own sound. Back on A Made Up World I wrote about the trust at the heart of the trio and the way Peter Gelf’s arrivalContinue reading “Thought Bubble – Who’s To Say?”