I am a sucker for the soft whimsy that Pearla embodies so well. “Daydream,” a cut from her forthcoming record, melts together dream pop and poignant indie pop in a way that warrants a larger-than-life dandelion (as seen in the album art). Look out for Quilting and Other Activities September 6; pre-order.  Daydream by Pearla Continue reading

“Espirais de Loucoura” is a brash mix of metal and drone experiments, ebbing and flowing like a toxic sea. The video for it only heightens the experience—the music simply overwhelms the senses, but together they are a landslide of stimuli.  Metaprogramação by DEAFKIDS Continue reading

Y La Bamba Shares New Song “Rios Sueltos” Off Forthcoming EP Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Crossover hitmakers Y La Bamba are back with a new single from a brand new record as well as fresh tour dates that begin right here in LA. “Rios Sueltos” is colorful both sonically and visually, considering the accompanying clip; it will appear on the band’s next EP, Entre … Continue reading

Lower Dens Announce the Competition LP Alongside Pleading New Single, “I Drive” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Lower Dens is a reliably erratic band. Its danceable indie pop sound has propelled the act for the past nine years, and now the Baltimore-based artist is gearing up for another album release; The Competition is his latest effort, due out September 6th on Ribbon. New single “I … Continue reading