When psych-rockers ventured into a church and emerged with fresh sounds: The new album by Electric Eye began its journey in the Skåre Kirke during the Sildajazz festival. Traditional rock instruments were set aside in favor of organ, choral elements, and analog synths. The result is a collection of atmospheric…
Rock
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New EP: Winter McQuinn & Acacia Pip – Recently I’ve Been Missing The Colour Green
Australian musicians Winter McQuinn (of Sunfruits) and Acacia Pip (of PINCH POINTS) have been collaborating for some time now. Over the years, they’ve crafted a collection of songs that have culminated in the release of Recently I’ve Been Missing The Colour Green. The six-track EP showcases a range of styles,…
Garage Rock
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Review: Vypers – Vypers
One should leave while the going is good. The good news is that we finally get an LP from the Vypers. The bad news? It marks the end of the band. We have plenty of fond memories, especially their Champion 100 EP. In recent years, however, the Canadian group had…
Psych
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Review: Bananagun – Why is the Colour of the Sky?
It’s hard to believe that the cheerful sound of Bananagun is rooted in personal hardship. So vibrant and psychedelic on the surface, yet the wounds beneath occasionally seep through. On Why is the Colour of the Sky? (Full Time Hobby), it’s clear at times that not everything is as colorful…
Post Punk
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Review: Nothingheads – The Art of Sod
If you’re into gritty, barbed-wire-laden British post-punk, the Nothingheads should already be on your radar. Leaning heavily into punk while maintaining a sharp-edged groove, their debut full-length, The Art of Sod (Sister 9), delivers an unapologetically raw experience. This album thrives on roughness and resistance. The London-based band approaches their…
Psych Rock
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Review: Longheads – Layers Of Wax
A truly satisfying, cohesive concept-heavy psych album can feel immensely rewarding—when there’s a sense of drama, varied soundscapes, and a conclusion that brings you back to where you began. King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard have delivered such works with remarkable consistency, and now Longheads from London join the conversation….
Garage Rock
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Review: Henrik Appel – Shadows
Sometimes, it’s better not to go it alone. Many cooks can indeed create something truly delicious—an idea Henrik Appel embraced for his third solo album, Shadows (PNKSLM). Opening up the creative process to his entire backing band, they collectively crafted a diverse and yearning rock record. Sketches turned into improvisations,…
Rock
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New Song: Freckle – Taraval
In autumn, every ray of sunshine feels like a blessing. Corey Madden and Ty Segall aim to capture that feeling—the warmth brushing across your face—with their new band, Freckle. The appearance of a freckle is something truly delightful. Their debut album is set to release via God? on January 31….
Post Punk
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Video: Squid – Crispy Skin
Squid’s post-punk has always had an artful edge, reaching a pinnacle with O Monolith in 2023—a complex, multifaceted, and somewhat weightier work. Now, with Cowards (Warp) set for release on February 7, the British band’s third album promises an even broader canvas, as suggested by the first single, “Crispy Skin.”…
Noise
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Review: Thank – I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed
This Freddy Vinehill-Cliffe—energetic, sharp-tongued, and quite a character. Is it he who makes Thank such a unique band? His essays on noise rock alone are a joy. With I Have A Physical Body That Can Be Harmed (Big Scary Monsters), the Leeds-based band releases their second album. It’s a continuation…
