We’ve just barely digested the wild “Mwg Drwg“ from May, and now Obey Cobra are back with more crashing, psychedelic post-noise punk. “Gnostic Shock“ (Rocket Recordings) is a 6-track EP that continues the Cardiff band’s sonic journey. They’re joined by kindred spirits Shit & Shine for support. The title track,…
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Video: Lambrini Girls – Big Dick Energy
In the punk scene, Lambrini Girls are considered a hot commodity, and their debut album is highly anticipated. Titled “Who Let The Dogs Out“ (City Slang), it’s set for release on January 10th. As a teaser, they’ve dropped the bold and brash “Big Dick Energy”.It’s undeniably a very cool, appropriately…
Psych
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Video: Bananagun – With the Night
In just over three weeks, on November 8th, Bananagun will release their new album “Why is the Colour of the Sky?“ (Full Time Hobby / Anti Fade / P-Vine). Ahead of the release, the Australian band has shared one final single. “With the Night” starts off unusually straightforward, featuring a…
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Review: Goat – Goat
Goat have been particularly prolific lately. Just a year after “Medicine”, the Swedish band is set to release their next album, “Goat“ (Rocket Recordings). Self-referential from the title down to its core, the album reflects an inward focus. The band adopts the symbol of the Ouroboros—a serpent or dragon eating…
Psych Pop
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New 7-Inch: Shadow Show – Baba Yaga / Spy Balloon
In February, Shadow Show released their wonderful “Fantasy Now!”, blending vintage psych-pop with modern rock. Now, there’s more to enjoy. A double A-side single featuring two new tracks has been released via Rogue Records. Once again, the Detroit trio delivers a delightful pop sound. “Baba Yaga” draws inspiration from Eastern…
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New Song: The Stevenson Ranch Davidians – Shine On
Sonically, the roots of The Stevenson Ranch Davidians lie in 60s psych-folk. However, they now seem to be moving away from that, as their new single “Shine On“ (Little Cloud) suggests. It’s a fairly modern rock song with a psychedelic touch, but it feels much more grounded. This track serves…
Post Punk
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Review: A Place To Bury Strangers – Synthesizer
Maybe it really did become too much at some point. Or is “It’s Too Much,” from A Place To Bury Strangers‘ new album, actually a hidden message? Could it be signaling that the endless noise and technical tinkering have finally run their course? Synthesizer (Dedstrange), the Brooklyn band’s seventh LP,…
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New Song: Rose City Band – Lights on the Way
Ripley Johnson has been exploring country music for some time now. Coming from his trippy psych rock roots, the sound of his Rose City Band is no less out there, just a bit more mellow and traditional. On January 24th, the new album Sol Y Sombra (Thrill Jockey) will be…
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New Song: Babe Rainbow – Long Live The Wilderness
The masters of sun-drenched psych pop have found a new home: Babe Rainbow has signed with p(doom), the label run by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard. Big things are expected in 2025, but to celebrate the announcement, they’ve released a teaser single. “Long Live The Wilderness” is a classic…
Garage Pop
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New EP: Carpet Burn – Time To Go
Unfortunately, Carpet Burn never made it to a full-length LP, but they leave behind a final EP titled Time To Go (Spoilsport). Four tracks that were originally meant to be part of an album. Their first EP, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Carpet Burn, hinted at the potential for something…
