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…
Stoner
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Video: Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs – Detroit
The heavyweights of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs took a breather—it’s been a turbulent time for them. But now, the Brits are back with a new song and the announcement of a tour. “Detroit” (Rocket Recordings) marks their first new studio material since 2023’s Land of Sleeper. The…
Psych
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New Song: L’Eclair – Lotus (ft Klaus Johann Grobe)
A perfect match: L’Eclair and Klaus Johann Grobe, champions of Swiss organic groove, have come together to create Lotus (Stone Pixels). And they’re not alone: Jarvis Taveniere (Woods) handled the mixing, with Almachrome on mastering. The result? A soothing, cosmic track. Lotus (ft Klaus Johann Grobe) by L'Eclair
Psych Rock
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Review: Sacred Buzz – Radio Radiation
There’s been quite a bit of buzz around Sacred Buzz and their single “Radio Radiation”—rightly so, as it’s a fantastic track, blending surfy, cool sixties psych with a wild jam vibe. Now, the Berlin-based band follows up with an EP also titled Radio Radiation (Fuzzed up & Astromoon), which of…
Noise
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Review: Thee Alcoholics – Bear Bites Horse Sessions
About four years ago, Rhys Llewellyn launched his project, Thee Alcoholics. After some twists and turns, a solid lineup has now formed, and in February, they delivered a wonderfully gritty noise rock album with Feedback. It seemed about time to tie up loose ends, so Thee Alcoholics headed into Bear…
