Modern Time Machines, blending dream pop and shoegaze since 2007, release their new single “No Heart of Gold,” showcasing a fresh lineup and intricate melodies balanced with atmospheric depth.
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Fir Cone Children – St Vincent – Single Premiere
Alexander Donat’s latest single, ‘St Vincent’, showcases a collaboration with his daughter, bringing fresh emotional depth while maintaining the signature sound of Fir Cone Children, reflecting their evolving family narrative.
doused – Sckrpnch EP
Philadelphia undoubtedly punches way above its weight when it comes to producing shoegaze bands. The sheer number of top tier bands emanating from that amazing city is mind blowing. Among them are doused, a band I’ve been following since their 2021 debut album Murmur. That debut gave them a foothold, the singles released after keptContinue reading “doused – Sckrpnch EP”
deary – Birding
The album “Birding” by deary showcases their evolution with eleven tracks embodying themes of grief and self-reflection, balanced by beauty and emotional depth. It marks a significant debut for the London trio.
Silk – Auralux – Single Premiere
Silk, led by Michael Smyth, evolves with ‘Auralux,’ showcasing intimate and dynamic soundscapes. The music balances melody and emotional depth, revealing a heartfelt expression amid layers of volume and texture.
Wildernesses – Growth
Wildernesses’ debut album, Growth, masterfully combines post rock, indie vocals, and shoegaze. The music reflects personal experiences and emotions, creating an authentic and deeply resonant listening experience.
Ringing – another cycle in the cosmic wash
Brooklyn’s band Ringing, under JoyfulNoise Recordings, debuts “another cycle in the cosmic wash,” a live-recorded album blending shoegaze, grunge, and slacker rock, exploring themes of cyclical recovery and personal growth.
Cashier – The Weight EP
Cashier, hailing from Lafayette, Louisiana, blends grunge, shoegaze, and alt rock in their debut EP “The Weight.” With powerful lyrics and emotional performances, they explore themes of connection and personal growth.
Golden Hours – Beyond Wires
Golden Hours’ second album, Beyond Wires, showcases their evolving sound with dual vocalists, intricate rhythms, and rich instrumentation, blending post-punk, darkwave, and psych rock into a captivating experience.
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”