Cloakroom’s new album, Last Leg of the Human Table, explores human existence amidst chaos, merging shoegaze, stoner rock, and post-hardcore. Its dynamic soundscapes reflect contemporary struggles, encouraging connection and understanding.
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bdrmm – Microtonic
Since their 2020 debut Bedroom, bdrmm have been a band in constant motion, refusing to be boxed in by traditional shoegaze tropes. While that first album wrapped listeners in a cocoon of reverb-drenched introspection, 2023’s I Don’t Know signalled a shift—embracing elements of krautrock, post-punk, and electronic experimentation. In my review of that album, IContinue reading “bdrmm – Microtonic”
Sex Blender – Naïve Core
Now it’s time for part two of the new music released via my good pals over at Dirty Filthy Records. The saucily named Sex Blender hail from Lviv, Ukraine, and they’ve been bending minds and genres since their inception in 2017. Their debut, Hormonizer, was a heady concoction of heavy psych, krautrock, and stoner rock,Continue reading “Sex Blender – Naïve Core”
Arcane Allies – Mount Adhaphera
Arcane Allies’ new album, Mount Adhaphera, blends krautrock and electronic influences, offering a six-track sonic journey. Each piece explores unique landscapes, rewarding repeated listens and delivering immersive experiences.
Idioteque – A Stone’s Throw From Home EP
London-based artist and producer Emanuele Savoca, known in the music realm as Idioteque, has been crafting a unique blend of dark, atmospheric, and bass-driven sounds that traverse the realms of trip-hop, electronic, and alternative rock. Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of artists—including Elliott Smith, Outkast, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Portishead—Idioteque’s music defies easy categorization.Continue reading “Idioteque – A Stone’s Throw From Home EP”
The Men – Buyer Beware
The Men’s album “Buyer Beware” explores personal and political themes with raw energy, blending various rock styles. It challenges listeners to reflect on their experiences while delivering a powerful musical experience.
F.O. Machete – Mother of a Thousand
F.O. Machete’s comeback album, Mother of a Thousand, showcases their evolution through diverse sounds and introspective lyrics, capturing nostalgia and modern anxiety in a dynamic, engaging way across ten tracks.
Hooky and Winter – Water Season EP
Water Season is a collaborative EP by Hooky and Winter, blending dreamy shoegaze and indie pop. The music evokes nostalgia and intimacy, capturing the essence of summer transitioning to autumn.
AIMING – The Legend EP
AIMING’s debut EP, The Legend, impressively blends shoegaze and post-punk elements across four tracks, showcasing their resonant soundscapes and lyrical depth while establishing them as a promising new act.
Wynona Bleach – Tangerine
Wynona Bleach, a Belfast band, blends shoegaze, grunge, and alt-pop. Their latest single “Tangerine” explores longing and desire, showcasing their evolving sound with emotional depth and captivating melodies.
Static Sounds Club 