A recent EP release from DOMUS brings together elements of post-punk, ambient, electronic, and even some shoegaze in there, all rolled up into one record that, although consistent and confluent, seems to break down certain boundaries in terms of branching off in different directions. The record does actually cover all of these genres, and in different ways per song. The Last Swan  starts off with a thick introduction that is very electronic based. This is melodic, almost orch

A whirling dervish of unbridled self-expression  Bad Mothers Union  unleash torrents of euphoric kraut-psych-rock as they reach to the heavens on their new single ‘ God’s Intercom ’. Established in Kilkenny by front man Conor Kavanagh, during Bad Mothers Union existence they have focused on forging a community of like-minded individuals, bands and artists with the view that no crowd or venue is too small. Driven by the unshakeable need to share their artistic vision with the

Smooth Retsina Glow return with Incandescence , a bold new album that finds the band pushing their sound into some new territory. The record captures a group unafraid to explore, blending experimental rock with jazz touches and cinematic textures. Throughout the album, daring shifts in mood, tempo, and structure unfold seamlessly, proving that adventurous songwriting can still feel, immersive, and alive. Intricate progressions and unexpected turns hit all over the place and

A wonderfully woven, pop riddled, character new album from Apres Pompeii just released and this thing delves into several different styles of, not just pop, but R&B, soul, funk, dance pop, and plenty more, all rolled into this one juicy record that again, delivers loads of this personality that you end up getting attached to as the record unfolds. The record is called  Paint , and certainly doesn't waste too much time delivering that neo soul and funk, pop-coated vibe with th

Ryan Edward Kotler’s “Give It a Week” lands as another quiet confirmation of what has been steadily coming into focus throughout 2025. I hear an artist who is no longer introducing himself so much as reinforcing a voice that already knows what it wants to say. The song carries the same open hearted spirit that defined “Mary Anne,” but where that track leaned into memory, this one looks forward with a lighter step. There is a sense of patience built into the writing, an unders

A new single release from Maeve McMahon delivers a unique but full-bodied breed of honesty, and the way she gets so descriptive with those details really paints a picture from her perspective and gives you loads of insight into a particular part of her personality, which really has such a vibrant feel that you can't turn away. "Recklessly Blind" is about decisions. Sometimes you make good ones, sometimes you make bad ones, and sometimes you make reckless ones. This is all par

A new single release from Secret Night Gang blends some of the best elements of funk, soul, jazz, and even pop elements into this one banger of a track that spans just over 6 minutes and gives some incredible changes that you don't really expect. It's been quite a while since I've heard of a track that keeps you on your toes the way this one does. "Relax Your Mind" comes in right off the bat with some gorgeous instrumentation and vocals, delivering layers of harmonies and an

A fresh single from Cr0w4y delivers a vibrant and driving soundscape, laced with Latin undertones, instrumentation, and flavor, and all delivered in this sonically full-bodied and robust approach and aesthetic, giving me the whole thing insanely danceable vibes and deep-pocketed grooves right from the get-go. One of my favorite aspects of "Baila Conmigo" is the way it blends that refreshing Latin underbelly and soundscape with classic tech house, and within all of this, he in

REXEN returns with a very unique and almost ceremonial feeling new single that delves into an almost tribal tonality and with that, gives vast cinematic aesthetics that are both intriguing, slightly haunting, and beautifully executed. "Hoik Up" features an array of instrumentation that really helps it build, thrive in certain elements of intensity, and create this unique soundscape and atmosphere that surrounds you quickly. This is a song that you sort of escaped into. Once y