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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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”
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?”
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.
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.
Deathcrash – Somersaults
Deathcrash’s new album “Somersaults” showcases emotional depth and introspection, exploring themes of growth and acceptance, while retaining their signature slowcore sound, blending vulnerability with optimism.
Nothing – A Short History of Decay
The blog reflects on the evolution of the band Nothing, detailing their new album “A Short History of Decay.” It explores themes of introspection, mortality, and artistic transformation through personal and poignant lyrics.
Static Sounds Club 