Bean Stella – All in One
NYC post-punker Bean Stellar shares another part of her upcoming debut album, Scream From New York, New York (due out June 14th via Dirty Hit) with her new single “All・In-one” format. Dirty and fast-moving, the song features an ambitious percussive edge and lyrical themes aimed at understanding and connecting with the meaning of life on a larger scale. A high-energy final that puts drummer Lyla Wayans' playing at the forefront of the sound, moving the band away from an unmistakably shoegaze-inspired sound and highlighting their passion for making music that they personally enjoy. Provides works. (Kyle Rosniak)
Mary in the Junkyard – Marble Arch
Mary in the Junkyard's third single, “Marble Arch,” finds them continuing to embrace a gritty, jagged sound within their unconventional brand of indie. The track, which appears on her upcoming EP 'this old house', depicts the intense relationship between sisters, reflected in the push and pull felt between the instrumental and lyrics. After honing her skills in London's live music scene, Mary in the Junkyard's latest work manages to capture the magic that anyone who's ever been to live shows is already familiar with. (Gemma Cockrell)
Uche Yara – Sasha (Wake up!)
UCHE YARA calls themselves “no genre,'' and their new single “SASHA (wake up!)'' is exactly that. A militaristic beat and Veena-like guitar twang guide the entire track, with Yara's buttery vocals chanting, “Wake up Sasha,” before seamlessly transitioning into spoken word territory, with South Indian 's Konacol style complex rhythm and rap smoothly intertwine. Subtle bell embellishments, hints of tabla, and distorted vocals showcase her UCHE YARA sonic versatility, and “SASHA (wake up!)” is a welcome addition to her exploratory musical repertoire is. (Milly Tempo)
Karin Ann – False Money
This week, 21-year-old Slovakian indie-pop sensation Karin Anne announced her upcoming debut album, Through the Telescope (out May 10th). To commemorate the news, she also shared what to expect in the form of her new single “false gold,” which combines hints of country and Americana with an array of pop sounds. The track is an emotionally moving masterclass that harmoniously blends intense storytelling and emotional instrumentation, allowing listeners to connect with their life experiences on a deeper level. It conveys a feeling that cannot be expressed. (Gemma Cockrell)
Lip filler – follow-up
“Follow Up,” which flickers between hazy guitar lines and explosive percussion bursts, marks a brave step in a new direction for Lip Filler. Glitchy, unpredictable, and artfully nightmarish, it's a meditation on the frustration of feeling stagnant in a world of constant progress. “I lost my patience at the door/The ceiling fell to the floor,” George Tucker bites, his vocoded vocals cutting through jagged riffs and rolling drumbeats. Announced alongside the release of their second EP, witchescrew, it's a shape-shifting cut that further expands the scope of what you can expect from the London outfit. (Emily Savage)
Girl and Girl – Mom
Australia has been pumping out great garage rock all over the world for the past decade. “Girl and Girl” is the latest proof of that. Signed to Sub Pop last year, the Australian quartet have been on a roll ever since. Her new single “Mother” has a nostalgic feel to it, with lead vocalist Kai James' lyrics nostalgically reflecting on her relationship with her mother evolving and strengthening as they grow older and become more independent. Let me do it. There's a familiar feel to this track as well, with elements of 2010s garage rock and post-punk used to create a heartwarming, heartwarming cut with an airy, junky guitar hook and all James' ante is tied by his squirrel's tight drumming. Perfect for these long late spring days and the coming summer nights. (Milly Tempo)
Bored at Grandma's House – How do you see the world?
“How do you see the world?'' This is a perennially complex question, one that is posed repeatedly in Leeds-based Amber Strawbridge's latest work under the alias Bored At My Grandmas House. The piece arrives on the heels of news of her debut album, Show & Tell, to be released on June 7th via CLUE Records/EMI North. There's an underlying lyrical poignancy to the song, which confronts the dangerous effects of human greed, hedonism, and lack of responsibility. Elegant Dream Subtly offset by her pop production, this song is a purposefully crafted cut and a much-needed meditation on an always-pressing issue. (Emily Savage)