As the drummer for Tortoise and its offshoot project Isotope 217, John Herndon spent the ’90s helping to shape the face of the entire post-rock genre. Then, around the turn of the millennium, he took up hip-hop production under the name A Grape Dope. Herndon released a pair of A Grape Dope EPs in 2000 […]
Black Dresses – “888db Cloud” (100 gecs Cover)
In the world of ADD mutant noise-pop, game recognize game. Last year, 100 gecs had a massive online breakout with their self-titled debut album. That’s led to Charli XCX collaborations and to the group putting together their own music festival in Minecraft. And today, the likeminded duo Black Dresses have offered up their own spin […]
Sad13 – "WTD"
Speedy Ortiz leader Sadie Dupuis has shared a new song from her Sad13 project as the latest entry in the Adult Swim singles series. Sad13 released their debut album, Slugger, back in 2016, and their last proper single, 2017’s “Sooo Bad,” also came out through the Adult Swim series. This new one’s called “WTD,” and […]
Cann Zeka Shows Unbelievable Artistry On New Track “Mirror Mirror”
Cann Zeka just released his latest single, “Mirror Mirror,” a song that showcases his unbelievable artistry and skills. His unique signature sound is made of a sophisticated blend between deep and philosophical lyrics layered atop nostalgic arrangements inflected with electronic and Hip-Hop influences. The young rapper, producer, and singer-songwriter takes the listener on a spiritual […]
Stream Bitter Branches’ Debut EP This May Hurt A Bit
The New Jersey band Deadguy released exactly one album, 1995’s Fixation On A Co-Worker. That album is a straight-up classic of punishing riffs and bad feelings. Deadguy were on Victory Records, the same label that gave us Earth Crisis and Snapcase and Integrity and Hatebreed, and they came from that same raw-throated, roaring ’90s metallic […]
Khruangbin – "So We Won't Forget"
Last month, Khruangbin announced a new album, Mordechai, the follow-up to 2018’s Con Todo El Mundo. The album finds the Houston trio operating in a cleaner and more accessible framework, adding more vocals to the intoxicating hazy instrumentals that have turned the group into a festival staple. Its lead single, “Time (You And I),” landed […]
Fenki Releases Bright Sonic Cataclysm On New Music Video “Sparta”
Portuguese artist Fenki releases a much awaited track and music video titled “Sparta”, an exciting motivational anthem delivering a bright cataclysm of sound in total relaxation. Fenki composes and produces all the music he drops. The multi-talented man is also a DJ and producer. He fuses chillout electronic music with beautiful melodies, melting them down […]
2nd Grade – "Boys In Heat"
Next week, the Philadelphia band 2nd Grade are releasing a new album, Hit To Hit, which is filled with 24 infectious and bitesized rock songs. We’ve heard a couple of them already — “Velodrome” and “My Bike” and “Dennis Hopper In Easy Rider” — and today they’re sharing another one, “Boys In Heat,” a surfy […]
Lavender Diamond – “Look Through The Window”
During the early days of this century, Lavender Diamond’s rich and idiosyncratic orchestral art-pop was an indie staple. But it’s been a long time since we’ve heard from Becky Stark’s trio. Lavender Diamond went on hiatus shortly after releasing their sophomore album, 2012’s Incorruptible Heart. But today, they’ve returned with the single “Look Through The […]
No Age – “Head Sport Full Face”
Next month, the dreamy Los Angeles underground kings of No Age will release the new album Goons Be Gone. Based on everything we’ve heard thus far, this is going to be the most direct, tuneful, and punk No Age album in forever — maybe since they came out storming with the EP-track compilation Weirdo Rippers […]