DIIV: ZIRP

Brooklyn's own DIIV are back with a wonderful new record called ZIRP. It's alternative indie bliss.

Opening track...

Michael Kiwanuka: Fudge (Album of the Week)

Michael Kinwanuka is proudly carrying the torch of soul forward into the 21st century. His latest record is called Fudge and it goes beyond soul in a few very interesting ways.

Opening track...

Next is this gem...

Later we are thrown under water...

Easily a contender for Album of the Year. 

Rachel Chinouriri: I think I spoke too soon

Rachel Chinouriri is so good it's spooky (had to have a Halloween reference for today). Her latest is called I think I spoke too soon. I don't know about y'all but I'm always one song away from crying.

The Avalanches: No Bad Memories

Who wants to dance? All you need is the latest from The Avalanches. No Bad Memories is a late night clubber's dream. 

Check it out!

Chloe Slater: Riot Earth

Chloe Slater has a wonderful new release out called Riot Earth. It is filled with sonic waves of love. The Bournemouth lass is off her rocker good!

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Margo Cilker: Little White Cross

Margo Cilker is the softest and warmest Americana available today. Her latest is called Little White Cross and it is simply wonderful. 

Opening (and title) track...soul is hugged.

Jess Williamson: A Mile South of Heaven

Really loving the latest from Jess Williamson. A Mile South of Heaven is a modern day gem and a most excellent slice of Americana. 

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Death Valley Girls: Welcome To Earth

Death Valley Girls have a wonderful new release out called Welcome To Earth. I love the whole indie girl vibe this record has.

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Jamie T: Ghosts (100 Days of Morning) (Album of the Week)

Jamie T. What a man. Just love his whole vibe. The London brings the Brit with a capital B. His latest is called Ghosts (100 Days of Morning) and it is bloody fabulous.

Opening track...

Love this one...

And this gem...a shiver and a sigh...

This record should be regular in your 2026 rotation. 

Troye Sivan: She's The Best

Troye Sivan has an absolute corker of a record out called She's The Best. It's filled a pomp like vibe of oozy power. Evident in the opening (and title) track.

Greta Van Fleet: Palace For The People

Greta Van Fleet. Just saying those three words brings a lot of swagger. Not many bands make music like they used to. Palace For The People is the latest from the Frakenmuth, Michigan lads and it kicks all kinds of ass. 

One of my faves...

Remi Wolf: Mud

The magical stylings of Remi Wolf are back with Mud, an absolutely stellar record in her lexicon of joy. The sing a long vibe is present straight away.

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Sharp Pins: Mod Mayday 23

Sharp Pins have made a mod album. It is called Mod Mayday 23. It is wonderful. Go listen to it. 

Opening moderific...

Tinashe: Pop Star

Tinashe is a dreamy wonder. Her latest is called Pop Star and holy fucking crap, is ever! Grooving and moving from the outset.

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Miranda Lambert: Crisco

Cisco is the latest record by Miranda Lambert and it is a country dream. The Lincoln, Texas native is really sewing her oats on this one. Just gorgeous!

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Wishy: Nature's Pill

Wishy are Indy kids. They have a record out called Nature's Pill. It is wonderful. Here is the opening track.

Teenage Fanclub: Do Not Dare To Dream (Album of the Week)

This week, I'm going with Do Not Dare To Dream by Teenage Fanclub for Album of the Week. It's a glorious affair from the Glasgow lads.

They open with this one...

Next is this beauty...

Later we get this gem...

Such a great record. Start listening!

Way Dynamic: Massive Shoe

So many good things to say about Way Dynamic. I think I'll just let the opening track of their new record speak for itself. 

Vanishing Twin: Archives

Vanishing Twin have a corker of a record out. It's called Archives and it's mystical. I guarantee you will go on a cosmic journey.

One of my psych pop faves...

Julie Jacklin: The Gem

Wowza! Julia Jacklin has made a great record. It's called The Gem and it certainly is. So soft and caressing.

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