Empress Insecta - The Liar I Once Was
79

Amelia Trundle’s project, the work of an experimental musician from Melbourne, is a bold mélange of post-punk, avant-garde, and dreamy atmospheres soaked in despair. Across the album’s eight tracks, there seems to be no chance of redemption, no escape from the gloom of twilight. Inner tension, drama, pathos: a whispered existential ache unfolds over a vibrant, hypnotic, and ethereal sonic fabric.

Cari Cari - One More Trip Around The Sun
85

Drug music for a solo trip in the company of butterflies with an Austrian twist. The relatively relentless krautrock drone of "Schmetterling" (and its lyrical instrumental introduction "Farfalle") inspires philosophical reflection on the theme of metamorphosis, change, and rebirth. CARI CARI have chosen to focus on collaboration and returning to their roots, rather than pursuing commercial success.

Monde UFO - Flamingo Tower
83

The Los Angeles collective Monde UFO creates surreal experimental pop, mixing space jazz, mechanical rhythms, and lounge exotica. Their album 'Flamingo Tower' expands the lo-fi sounds of their origins into a wider and more vivid sonic universe. The record spans genres and atmospheres, from church organ to chaotic grooves, sunny pop, sinister orchestrations, and lounge soundscapes. Despite the sudden changes in atmosphere, the album maintains a cohesive balance, offering an enigmatic ... read more

The Burning Hell - Ghost Palace
72

In 'Ghost Palace,' Mathias Kom of The Burning Hell explores the end of the world with humor and depth, replacing anguish with a post-human vision. The album spans genres and themes, from science fiction to social reflection, with poetic lyrics and bizarre images. The music, enriched by collaborations and details, celebrates the small moments and diversity, finding positivity in an apocalyptic context. 'Ghost Palace' is a complex album that invites reflection on the future ... read more

Divorce - Drive to Goldenhammer
79

Divorce defies musical conventions with a magnetic blend of humor and sincerity, expressed in their debut album 'Drive To Goldenhammer.' The record, inspired by East Midlands culture, offers a warm and varied sound, between country, rock, and pop, with emotionally resonant lyrics. The band, composed of four members, explores personal and social themes with honesty and openness, creating an engaging musical experience. With their ability to balance sadness and joy, they establish ... read more

DARKSIDE - Nothing
79

Darkside, from a duo to a trio, with 'Nothing' push the accelerator on physicality. Tlacael Esparza on percussion is an addition that leaves a mark thanks to his essential grooves. The album moves between hallucinatory journeys and surreal cinematic atmospheres

Emile Mosseri - tryin to be born
69

Emile Mosseri wrote and recorded 'tryin to be born' in one month, at the end of 2023, capturing the live energy on tape with his band. The single 'Don't Fall Back So Easily' marked a turning point, transforming from a piano ballad to a band song, inspiring the album's live approach. Mosseri describes the experience as familiar and special, highlighting the spontaneity and immediacy of the recording

Everything Is Recorded - Richard Russell Is Temporary
74

A work that demands a complete and immersive listening experience, not just a selection of tracks. The album is characterized by a cohesive harmony and a surprising variety of genres and styles, making it an unpredictable and compelling experience. The songs are conceived as chapters of a musical audiobook, inviting the listener on a journey through music history, enhanced by the presence of numerous high-level features

Antony Szmierek - Service Station At The End Of The Universe
72

Szmierek's album is heavily influenced by The Streets' style, which may attract criticism for a lack of originality. However, the artist's sincerity shines through, with poetic lyrics and engaging rhythms that paint an ironic picture of contemporary society. Szmierek captures the oddities of the modern world, creating relatable characters and situations. Despite the similarities to The Streets, the album offers a refreshing and optimistic experience

Echolalia - Echolalia
79

This unique project originated in an ancient English abbey; the group worked in an environment free of preconceptions and restrictions, focusing on friendship and creative freedom.

The album is a mix of pastoral, psychedelic, folk, and electric sounds, as the breakfast on the cover attempts to summarize. The project's idea came from Jordan Lehning, who proposed bringing together four songwriters to create a collaborative record.

The recording experience was 'non-Nashville,' ... read more

Deep Sea Diver - Billboard Heart
75

Deep Sea Diver's fourth album, 'Billboard Heart,' emerged from a period of uncertainty for singer-songwriter Jessica Dobson. Despite initial difficulties, the album evolved into a collection of indie-pop with vibrant melodies and a touch of angst. The title track is an example of the blend of fervor and alt-country melancholy that characterizes the album. It's an album rich with indie gems, marking the band's debut on the Sub Pop label

War Room - Please Don't Fight In Here
80

Post punk with sax is for boyz. Post punk with fiddles is for men! One of the best albums of the week, full of fun, twisted, anxious, and tenderly heartbreaking moments. The post-punk group, inspired by the film 'Dr. Strangelove,' uses the title to express precisely 'tenderness and anxiety

you, infinite - you, infinite
72

"you, infinite," a project featuring past and present members of This Will Destroy You, presents a sound reminiscent of a lost TWDY album, strongly reminiscent of mid-2000s post-rock.

The album relies on post-rock tropes, and although it has moments of strength, it suffers from a lack of originality and excessive length, rehashing old genre formulas.

Despite its flaws, it serves as a "consolidation album," demonstrating the band's musical ability, and may appeal to ... read more

bdrmm - Microtonic
86

BDRMM returns and wins their biggest challenge: breaking away from a now worn-out shoegaze matrix, to transfer all their essence into a compelling, dreamlike, and enveloping electronic architecture. Never was a choice better made. Let Jordan be our guide.

Pothamus - Abur
69

The new album shows a maturation of the band, both in terms of sound and arrangements.
The production is polished and the album well-structured, with a good variety of intensity and track length.
The band has the potential to grow further, especially if it manages to introduce more varied elements without losing focus on minimalism.

Richard Dawson - End of the Middle
71

The British folk singer-songwriter returns with an album that explores family dynamics across different generations.
The lyrics reference elements of modern everyday life, enriched by moments of introspection, poetry and humanity, ranging from life's joys and difficulties.
The musical accompaniment is deliberately essential with occasional clarinet interludes to create atmosphere

Art d'Ecco - Serene Demon
74

Art d'Ecco explores the concept of evil in his new album Serene Demon, describing the inner struggle between fear and hope.

The album is an eclectic mix of genres, from 2010s indie twee to glam rock, with influences ranging from the '60s to the '80s.

Over 30 musicians contributed to the album, enriching it with theatrical arrangements and ambitious vocal performances.

The lyrics address philosophical themes such as mortality, happiness, and existence, with references to Camus ... read more

Zement - Passagen
81

The Nuremberg duo creates a rich and multifaceted sound universe, revealing an interesting exploration of unusual sound territories.

The album opens with a mix of New Wave and Krautrock, electronic sounds with a vintage flavor arranged in a modern way.

There is no fear of experimenting and ranging between different genres, creating a varied and surprising listening experience

Moundabout - Goat Skull Table
79

Paddy Shine (GNOD) and Phil Langero (Los Langeros, Damp Howl, Bisect) are releasing their third work for Rocket Recordings. It's a sui generis shamanic album: it begins with an evocative chant followed by two more "classic" tracks, which give way to two long, "dreamlike" ten-minute tracks. "Brave New World" and "Am I Not" explore the boundary between life and death. "Blood on My Blanket" and "Wagon" are ecstatic pieces built on ... read more

Rusty Williams - Knocking (At Your Door)
70

Rusty Williams, Hayley from Paramore's grandfather, will release his debut album Grand Man on February 14th via Zac Farro's label. Recorded in the 1970s with producer Frank Morris, it contains unreleased songs by Williams. An unexpected journey through time, full of class and atmosphere, textbook vintage.

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