The many voices are what make Delivery stand out. Four of the five members sing, each bringing their unique preferences to the mix. Perhaps that’s why Force Majeure (Heavenly), the new album from the Australian band, is so fantastic. Their roots lie in garage rock and punk, but from there,…
Category: Garage Rock
New Song: Shannon & The Clams – Wax & String
Last year, Shannon & The Clams released the wonderful The Moon Is In The Wrong Place. Their retro garage rock took on a melancholic edge, blending hits with deeply touching songs. Now, a reissue in the form of a deluxe edition has been announced. Set to release on February 28…
New Compilation: SUNFLOWERS – SFHC 2014-2024
Ten years of Sunflowers, ten years of over-the-top garage rock with punk and psychedelic influences. For us fans, the band from Portugal has a special gift. Through Stolen Body Records, a two-part compilation titled “SFHC 2014 – 2024” is being released, offering a brief overview of the band’s history. Included…
Video: SUNFLOWERS – Mama Kim (2022 Version)
The SUNFLOWERS have been on the road with their psychedelic garage rock for ten years. To celebrate the anniversary, the band from Portugal has dug deep into their archive. They’ve uncovered a total of 53 previously unreleased tracks. On December 13th, these will be released as two separate albums, SFHC…
Video: The Men – Pony
The Men, with their recent releases New York City and the accompanying Manhattan Fire, had committed to a very raw sound. This will also be the case with their upcoming 15th album, Buyer Beware (Fuzz Club), which is set to be released on February 28. The first single certainly suggests…
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…
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,…
Review: PYPY – Sacred Times
About ten years ago, PYPY came together to record Pagan Day. The band, hailing from Montreal’s underground scene, was made up of members from CPC Gangbangs, Red Mass, and Duchess Says. They unleashed an album that straddled the line between punk and psych rock. Soon after, the project was put…
Review: We Hate You Please Die – Chamber Songs
We Hate You Please Die don’t need hidden messages—their band name says it all. Their sound ranges between furious noise storms and tender indie-pop anthems, with angry, direct shouts accompanying the music. Chamber Songs (Incisive) once again proves to be a versatile work. The band from France gives us no…
Video: Delivery – Operating At A Loss
Delivery from Australia play versatile garage rock, which can swing between poppy and colorful to punky and raw. The band has now announced their second album, Force Majeure (Heavenly), set to be released on January 17, 2025. The announcement is celebrated with a new single, Operating At A Loss, a…