Erase Errata left a gap for punky, noisy New Wave—one that Nape Neck now seems poised to fill. The Leeds-based band immediately feels familiar, channeling the legendary Californians with shredding, jittery urgency and a hypnotic, cool groove. Their new self-titled release (via Dot Dash / Red Wig / OCCII) compiles…
Punk
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Video: CIVIC – Chrome Dipped
Until now, CIVIC were known for their gritty, high-speed proto-punk. With their new album, the Australian band is embracing new influences. Chrome Dipped (ATO) is set for release on May 30. The newly unveiled title track leans into post-punk territory—melodic yet still hard-hitting.
Garage Rock
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Review: The Devils – Devil`s Got It
For their ten-year anniversary, Erika Switchblade and Lazy Blacula are looking back at their roots. What shaped the sound of The Devils? What were—and still are—their biggest influences? Blues and soul, of course, and on their sixth album, these elements are generously mixed into their signature garage rock. Devil’s Got…
Psych Rock
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Review: Soundwire – Collider
Rarely has an album evoked such nostalgic feelings as the new release from Soundwire. This is pure ’90s—Loveless, Screamadelica, and Britpop all wrapped into one. Collider (Sister 9 / Little Cloud), the British band’s second album, fuses shoegaze and neo-psych into a beautifully wistful mix. We drift over old dance…
Metal
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Review: SKLOSS – The Pattern Speaks
SKLOSS calls it Space Gaze – what can one imagine that to be? Let’s delve into their debut album “The Pattern Speaks” (Fuzz Club) and perhaps we can find out. First things first: SKLOSS is a project by the married couple Karen Skloss and Sandy Carson. Formed in Austin, they…
Psych Rock
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Video: Night Beats – Behind The Green Door
Danny Lee Blackwell has announced a new 7-inch for his Night Beats. Behind The Green Door (Suicide Squeeze / Fuzz Club) will be released on April 11, drawing inspiration from Giallo films. This influence is also evident in the video for Behind The Green Door, which marks Blackwell’s directorial debut….
Garage Rock
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New Song: Frankie and the Witch Fingers – Economy
Frankie and the Witch Fingers have been taking the world by storm with their high-octane garage psych, dominating stages everywhere. Now, a slight shift in style is on the horizon, set to begin with their upcoming album. Trash Classic (The Reverberation Appreciation Society / Greenway) is set for release on…
Rock
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New Song: Ty Segall – Fantastic Tomb
Ty Segall recently introduced Freckle, a new project that added some experimental edges to his sound. Now, the Californian artist returns to more familiar territory. On May 30, Possession (Drag City) will be released. The lead single, Fantastic Tomb, reveals itself as a psychedelic folk song with a strong storytelling…
Noise
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Review: LIMBOY – II
From France comes a quartet named LIMBOY, fully dedicated to 1990s hardcore noise punk, delivering high-energy intensity. II (Stolen Body)—yes, their second album—thrives and expands in all directions. Lyrically, it explores personal growth born from daily struggles. It’s an introspective record, brought to life with powerful, immersive sounds. At first,…
Post Punk
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Video: M(h)aol – DM:AM
The powerful Attachment Styles from 2023 is still resonating, yet M(h)aol are already back with a new album. Something Soft (TULLE / Merge), the Irish band’s second record, is set for release on May 16. But it won’t be all that soft, as the first single DM:AM makes clear. It’s…