Ed O'Brien: Blue Morpho

Ed O'Brien has a nifty little solo effort out called Blue Morpho. He delves deeply into some very introspective realms on this record which cause a great deal of thought provocation. It's truly an inspiration.

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Alela Diane: Who's Keeping Time?

Alela Diane has a new record and I absolutely love it. Somewhere along the line I became a country fan, likely it was alt country music as we see with this artist. Who's Keeping Time? is dragon level awesome, a delicious jolt of Americana that I really needed right now.

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Bleachers: everyone for ten minutes

Bleachers are back with a wonderful new record called everyone for ten minutes. They style and themes certainly live up to the title of the album. The Jersey lads have really delivered on this one.

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Basement: Wired

Basement is back with their fifth long player and it's called Wired. My view is that this record is their zenith, embracing a cornucopia of indie and alternative delights.

Opening track sets the tone...

Cola: Cost of Living Adjustment

Quebec's own Cola are back with a wonderful jangle pop, dudes with guitars offering called Cost of Living Adjustment. The album is mesmerizing journey into the complexities of modern day life. Check it out!

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The Coral: 388 (Album of the Week)

The Coral are one of my favorite bands of all time. The Liverpool lads have been churning out incredible music for the better part of three decades now. Their psychedelic pop sound is unique and quite charming. 

Their latest is called 388 and it has all the bells and whistles of a Coral record and then some.

First up, perfect way to start a record...

Later we get this gem...

The spiritual side...

Immediate contender for Album of The Year. Start listening. 

Muna: Dancing on the Wall

The pop stylings are on my mind today with Muna's latest effort, Dancing On The Wall. Just a ton of fun and catchy tunes to sing/dance along to. 

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Lykke Li: The Afterparty

So...Lykke Li is back. With a vengeance. And the power of a colossus! Her latest is called The Afterparty and it's a story that needs to be heard by all.

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Rotsam: American Stories

Rotsam is back with his third offering of wonderful music. American Stories dives deeply into Americana and how he sees it. It's dark and wonderful.

One of my faves...

Hiding Places: The Secret To Good Living

Hiding Places are back with a wonderful new record called The Secret To Good Living. The slow core grunge sound of this record brings me back to the early 90s.

Witness!

Future Islands: From A Hole in the Floor to a Fountain of Youth

Future Islands is back with an eclectic look at life. Their latest is called From A Hole in the Floor to a Fountain of Youth and it is filled with some truly bizarre yet wonderful grooves.

One of my faves...

Kevin Morby: Little Wide Open

Kevin Morby land is a fun place to visit. His latest is called Little Wide Open and he's telling us those cabin and campfire tail. The level of self actualization is truly something to behold.

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The Loft: Badges (Album of the Week)

The Loft are back and more incredible than ever...yay! Their latest is called Badges and it's easily a contender for Album of The Year. 

First up, this track...jangle away, lads!

Then we get introspective...

Later, a shiver and a sigh...

It's so wonderful to see so many of those early Creation records artists still out there slinging the Brit Rock stars. 

Start listening!

Maluna: Loco X Volver

I'm in a Latin mood today. Luckily, we have Maluna's latest masterpiece called Loco X Volver. This record takes the listener on a journey that is blank to begin with and then ends with each listener's raison d'etra.

What a stud...

The All American Rejects: Sandbox

Who's up some good old fashioned rock and roll? The All American Rejects are! Their latest is called Sandbox and it kicks all sorts of ass!

Check it out...

Genesis Owusu: REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE

I decided that today we need some power from the street, deep in culture that makes our world groove. Perfect for this listening endeavor is Genesis Owusu and his latest which is called REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE. 

Witness his dragon level awesomeness....

This Ghanian-Aussie is fucking powerhouse. 

Weird Nightmares: Hoopola

Man oh man do I love me some good garage band sound. Weird Nightmares fulfils this desire perfect with Hoopola, ten tracks of thrashy voice and thrashy guitar love and joy.

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The Lemon Twigs: Look For Your Mind!

Fans of psychedelic pop will rejoice at the latest offering from The Lemon Twigs. Look For Your Mind! is a great guide for exploring both inner and outer cosmic journeys.

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Niko Rubio: Sunday Girl

We have yet another fine EP from LA's own Niko Rubio. Sunday Girl is an erotic romp through a very magical world of psych pop and lounge. 

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Kacey Musgraves: Middle of Nowhere (Album of the Week)

Kacey Musgraves warms my heart on a daily basis. Her latest is called Middle of Nowhere and it kicks by letting listeners know what the vibe will be.

Just shovel to the head stunning.

Right after this one, we get a little surfy.

Later, the heart strings get an extra tug...

Easily in the running for Album of the Year. Start listening!