Jim O – Jim O and the Swanky Psychos
Of the many characters dwelling in the bohemian twilight zone otherwise known as New Orleans, James O'Donnel a.k.a Jim O may well be one of the qu...more
Anna Von Hausswolff – Ceremony
Already acknowledged as an unrecognized triumph of 2012, the second full length album by Swedish singer songwriter and (more importantly) pianist Ann...more
Surfer Blood – Pythons
As band that have ‘graduated’ to a major label, Surfer Blood’s second record is one that befits this progression. Gone is the endearing, raw ed...more
Emily Wells – Mama
If a picture speaks a thousand words, then that cover art sings the whole album. Juggling childish innocence with a veiled maturity, the MO of Texas b...more
Dinosaur Pile-Up – Nature Nurture
Dinosaur Pile-Up have done a lot of growing up over the past 5 years. Matt Bigland and his songwriting have developed since the band’s early days of...more
These New Puritans – Field of Reeds
For a band whose ambition is practically unparalleled amongst their contemporaries, it’s hardly a surprise that These New Puritans’ promise of a ...more
Mayors of Miyazaki – Holy Cop
Genre is a funny thing; its importance can often be overstated, and much can be lost in the quest to categorise and departmentalise a band’s music. ...more
Wax Idols – Discipline and Desire
Another taut, dark and commanding female fronted post-punk record for 2013. Wax Idols, like Savages, draw upon the gothic, darker end of punk music,...more
Icky Blossoms – Icky Blossoms
There are ten songs on Icky Blossoms' self-titled debut, produced by David Sitek off of TV on the Radio. Of which, two really demand scrutiny; a pai...more
Brazos – Saltwater
Unfortunately, this isn't one of the internet's most famous adult entertainment websites deciding to form a band and start recording indie pop. Instea...more