Geography of the Moon – Stay Clear Stay Sharp

Geography of the Moon, a Glasgow-based music duo, blends psych rock and post-punk influences in their new single “Stay Clear Stay Sharp,” promoting awareness and engagement in a politically charged world.

a murphy- haunt

I’m a bit of a late-night writer. It’s when I can get complete peace and quiet to focus on the amazing music I’m sent. Last week though I was casually scrolling through my Instagram feed when I heard a song that stopped me in my tracks. I sat there soaking up the wee clip theContinue reading “a murphy- haunt”

Harvey Rushmore & The Octopus – Mindsuckers

Swiss band Harvey Rushmore & The Octopus evolves their psychedelic sound on “Mindsuckers,” featuring darker themes and hypnotic grooves, showcasing their musical chemistry after years of collaboration. The album mesmerizes.

Snowcuffs – Sweet Gravity EP

Chicago has long been a favourite shoegaze city of mine. You can trace a line from the city’s heavy underground to its long-standing shoegaze and dream pop communities, and Snowcuffs sit right in that lineage. Formed in late 2022 by members of Lightfoils and Astrobrite, the five-piece arrived with Sink Down in 2025 and quicklyContinue reading “Snowcuffs – Sweet Gravity EP”

Heavenly – Highway to Heavenly

Heavenly’s “Highway to Heavenly” celebrates their return after thirty years, blending indiepop with critiques on modern culture. The album showcases their melodic strength and personal politics, resonating with old and new fans alike.

Lucid Express – Instant Comfort

Lucid Express, a Hong Kong shoegaze band formed in 2014, delivers their layered second album, Instant Comfort, showcasing their melodic evolution and tight-knit community, promising warmth and clarity amidst chaos.

MX Lonely – All Monsters

Regular readers will know I’m a big fan of the Julias War Recordings label. I was buzzing when their latest release hit my inbox. From Brooklyn, New York comes MX LONELY a band whose music really landed with me on first listen. They’ve been playing together since 2020 but only been MX LONELY since 2022.Continue reading “MX Lonely – All Monsters”