Sweeping Promises: You Say I Romanticize

Boston's own Sweeping Promises are back with a post punk powerhouse. You Say I Romanticize feels like it fell out of the year 1979. So so good

Opening track. 

Real Numbers: Was It Always This Way

Local (Minneapolis!) heroes Real Numbers have a fabulous new release out called Was It Always This Way. It has all the wonderful dudes with guitars jangle pop they are known for. Get up and dance, fuckers!

Opening track...

Black Marble: Life In Small Spaces

Brooklyn's own Black Marble have a most excellent release out called Life in Small Spaces. They are channeling some fairly significant 80s vibes on this one.

Opening track...

Antony Szmeirek: Decoding Birdsong

Sometimes we need a spoken word jam. That's why dial up Antony Szmeirek. His latest is called Decoding Birdsong and it is perfectly splendid. It's a cascade of wonderful.

Fave track...

DMA'S: DMA'S (Album of the Week)

The DMAs are back with a self-titled release that brings all the Brit Rock power to center stage. It makes me beam with pride that this band is carrying the torch so effectively.

Example...

This one is a triumph...

And of course, a shiver and a sigh...

Here's to hoping they continue in this marathon of awesomeness. 

The Afghan Whigs: Soft Control

The Afghan Whigs are back with a wonderful record called Soft Control. It has all the hunk of poppa that is this amazing band that seemingly never gives up on having longevity and relevance.

Opening track...

Weezer: Weezer (The Gold Album)

I love it when Weezer is chillin' and just being Weezer. That's what we get on the latest record, Weezer (aka The Gold Album). It's chock full o'good Weezer fun. And now that I've used the word "Weezer" at least four times, let's get to the opening track. 

KATSEYE: WILD (EP)

KATSEYE has quite the "pep" vibe. Their latest is called WILD and it is guaranteed to get you dancing. The banger is "PINKY UP." Just a never ending pulse. 

Check it out!

Johanna Samuels: Sorry, Kid

Johanna Samuels is back with Sorry, Kid, a heartfelt collection of amazing tracks. Clearly, this is her best effort, diving deeply into life, love, and hope.

Opening track...

Jungle: Come Back To Me

London's own Jungle has their own unique R&B take. Their latest is called Come Back To Me and it bells all the whistles. Some click groves and zesty dance numbers.

One of my faves...

Phoebe Bridgers: Lost Weekend

I can't think of a better person to go on a lost weekend with than Phoebe Bridgers. Her latest record is a stunning endeavor, deeply exploring human themes that have never been discovered. She has places where most people don't have places.

Title track...

Laura Veirs: Temple Songs

Laura Veirs is back with a lovely collection of new tracks. Temple Songs is soothing kiss guaranteed to send the soul into bliss.

Example...

Triptides: Past Lives (Album of the Week)

Triptides are amazing. They are one of the premiere psychedelic pop bands on the scene, fully embracing the roots of the genre while catapulting all of us into the cosmos. Their latest masterpiece is called Past Lives and it is extraordinary. 

The opening track pulls you in magically...

Next up is the title track, a nice jaunt!

Later we get this gem...

Folks, this band is mega. Check them out!

The Womack Sisters: The Womack Sisters

The Womack Sisters are here. Their debut self titled record is out and fully embraces their musical legacy. One feels as though they are in Detroit or Philadelphia in the early 60s within a few short moments of listening to the record. 

Opening track...

Kiwi jr: Blowin' Up

Kiwi jr is pure pop goldenness. Their latest is called Blowin' Up and man does it ever. Just lushes over you like a waterfall. 

Dent May: The Big One

Dent May is back with his usual melodic triumphs. The Big One is quite the accomplishment, sending the listener on an interplanetary journey.

Opening track...

Hovvdy: Big World

Hovvdy is back with Big World, a truly magnificent that delves deeply into the heart and the soul. It makes me kick back and smile at the universe. 

Opening track...

The Anchoress: As We Once Were

The pride of Wales is back with a corker of a record called As We Once Were. The Anchoress is a spiritual gem that needs to be nurtured and championed on a regular basis.

Witness!

Family Stereo: The Thread

London's own Family Stereo is back with The Thread, a deep record of self actualization that is much needed in these trouble times. It slides right in whatever vibe you requires. 

One of my faves...

Trashcan Sinatras: Ever The Optimist (Album of the Week)

Let's all go back to those halcyon days of very early Brit Pop in the 90s, before Oasis and Blur. The Trashcan Sinatras were one of the earliest progenitors of the genre and bloody fabulous.

They are still thankfully making music. Their latest is called Ever The Optimist and the positive vibe with this one is the panacea that we all need.

The album opens with the title track, a lift for the heart and soul...

Next up is some introspection...

Later we get this pop gem...

A much needed and hearted injection of nostalgia, folks.