Amyl and The Sniffers have now firmly established their own unique sound. The chaotic punk of their early days is now blended with swaggering rock, accompanied by more serious lyrics. Their third album, Cartoon Darkness (Rough Trade), is set to be released on October 25th. The album includes the previously…
Post Punk
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Video: Black Doldrums – Hideaway
In 2022, Black Doldrums introduced us to their dark vision of post-punk with their debut album, Dead Awake. Now, after a lineup change, they are set to release a new album titled In Limerence (Fuzz Club) on October 18th. Daniel Armstrong has joined the founding duo of Kevin Goddard and…
Noise
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Remaster: mclusky – the difference between me and you is that i’m not on fire
Twenty years ago, mclusky released their third album, The Difference Between Me and You Is That I’m Not on Fire, which was initially seen as the band’s swan song. However, since then, the Welsh band has made a comeback, with a U.S. tour, a new EP, and plans for a…
Psych Rock
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Review: International Space Station | vol. 2
Just over two years ago, four bands from the realms of space, kraut, and psych rock came together for the mini-compilation “International Space Station.” Now, the second installment has been released via Worst Bassist / Echodelick / Weird Beard. Once again, four bands, mainly from German-speaking countries, each take over…
Rock
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Review: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard – Flight b741
Six friends strong: King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard dedicate their new album “Flight b741” (p(doom)) to their shared journey. They explore their roots, deeply embedded in 70s American rock, and celebrate them. On their 26th album, they’re mostly just having a good time. Will we join them? Last October’s…
Noise
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New Song: Thee Alcoholics – Turn On The Radio
Back in February, Thee Alcoholics released their fantastic debut album “Feedback,” and now the follow-up is already on the way. “Bear Bites Horse Sessions” (Rocket Recordings) is set to drop on November 1st and is a live-in-the-studio recording. The title “Feedback” was a fitting representation of the London band’s sound:…
Garage Punk
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Review: OSEES – SORCS 80
It’s quite the coincidence that OSEES and King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard are both releasing new albums on the same day. Two bands from different continents with different foundations, yet sharing the same approach: never recording the same album twice. Always something new, with no genre off-limits. Both bands…
Psych
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Review: J.R.C.G. – Grim Iconic...(Sadistic Mantra)
Justin R. Cruz Gallego from Tacoma, Washington, grew up with Latin music and spent his youth in Seattle’s punk scene. Eventually, he developed an interest in electronic sounds. These diverse influences converge when he takes up his instruments as J.R.C.G. His second album, “Grim Iconic…(Sadistic Mantra)” (Sub Pop), follows the…
Garage Rock
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Review: The Shivas – Can`t Stop Coming Around
The 2019 album “Dark Thoughts” showcased the darker, hard-rocking side of The Shivas. With the follow-up “Feels So Good // Feels So Bad,” the band balanced friendly and moody sounds. Now, their tenth album, “Can’t Stop Coming Around” (Tender Loving Empire), leans entirely on the brighter side. The Portland-based band…
Psych
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Video: Kit Sebastian – Metropolis
As Kit Sebastian, K. Martin and Merve Erdem explore diverse sounds from around the world, often with a vintage touch. Their third album, “New Internationale” (Brainfeeder), will be released on September 27. The new single “Metropolis” takes us from Azerbaijan to Italy, featuring relaxed funk grooves.