Power pop rockers Man Random released a new EP, and as the title suggests, it’s themed around the famed Wisconsin cryptid. Ripping through three tracks, the EP entails the band entering the woods, gradually building up a bad feeling, only to be accosted by the Hodag and all hell breaks loose. It’s an explosive endeavor riddled with anxiety and a
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Illuminated Void released a new album. Whereas the project’s previous output ventured into dark ambient territory, this record finds them shifting direction into more of a progressive-psych stoner doom style – all while still retaining elements of the dense, fantastical soundscapes upon which they’ve built thus far. Bookended by two sixteen and a half minute tracks, “Veriditas” takes us deep
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Emo pop punks Clementine dropped a new single and video. The song is about touring and growing as both a band and as people, and the lyrics seem to touch on the acceptance of how you are perceived. The video features the band jamming out in crackling hues of red and black. “Cadaver” is a rumbling and eruptive tune that
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Experimental noise act Restraint Malfunction released a new composition recently. Spanning fifteen minutes, this piece consists of industrial noises that are simultaneously watery and metallic, just like the title suggests. Restraint Malfunction lets the sink run with “Total Drain.”
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Roots rockers The Incorruptibles have a new record out. Over twelve songs, the band brings a robust, eclectic flavor that blends blues, rockabilly and soul with sprightly demeanor. It feels like the soundtrack to a summer party we’re all invited to, complete with slower moments to even out the rock and roll bangers. There’s serious fun to be had here
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The music producer and songwriter Gary Mictian, who is based in London, UK, has released a new single, ‘I Die Every Night’, in which he dabbles with his trademark electronic-pop sound. The newest arrival from Gary provides the much-needed springtime pick-me-up that we have been looking forward to, and he immediately demonstrates his class. The release, which has nostalgic air
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Resurrectionists released their sophomore LP today. Coalescing elements of doom, country, Americana and blues, the record take Resurrectionists’ sound into further experimental gloom with nine songs that range from gentle laments (“Break & Enter Pt. 2”, “Let Me Talk You Through This One”) to slow-building sonic storms that gradually thunder (“Blue Henry”, “(Hotel With Pool)”). Joe Cannon’s vocals provoke poignance
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Hip hop artist TRA is out with his first release of 2023, a two-piece. Favoring lively, uptempo production, TRA is in the mindset of seeking truth and keeping things moving here. “NEXT TO YOU” finds the rapper getting his life out of the gutter after taking time to clear his mind, and he’s got his eyes on a beautiful woman
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Skymall released their solo full-length album this past week. Featuring ten tracks, Skymall brings blends pop, hip hop and hyper electronica into an affective, dreamlike body of work that draws upon the complicated matters of love, relationships and sense of self. The title suggests the cyclical nature of one’s behavior when they don’t change themselves, and Skymall explores such a
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X-Ray Arcade hosted a packed show on Saturday night featuring local acts Meadowers, Barely Civil and Telethon performing alongside Cleveland-based Signals Midwest.
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Columbus-based noise/sludge/punk band Drunks With Guns made their first appearance in the state of Wisconsin at Bremen Cafe Thursday night, filling up the room with an excited crowd. Local bands Florida Brothers Band and Aluminum Knot Eye opened. Florida Brothers Band consists of vocalist Chris Loker, bassist Nate Metcalf and drummer Ross Miller. They are a punk band who have
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Hip hop artist and producer DizzyRandoms dropped a new EP this month. Opening with a fun skit intro where Dizzy orders a steak with no flavor, the EP kicks into motion with “Lunar Rays” with bars about showing off his swag and focusing on self-care. The subsequent tracks touch on matters like having a woman on your mind, pushing through
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Oh Well, Ok released a new EP today. It’s four tunes and favors a noisy, hazy lo-fi approach to indie rock. From the energetic shred of “Hard to Find” to the stripped-down hum of “Close Enough” to the playful bounce of “Stunner”, Oh Well, Ok demonstrates a knack for sonic versatility with lyrics that aren’t afraid to utilize humor as
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Singer-songwriter Jacob Slade has his second single of the year out today. It’s a song about facing internal contradictions and the tiredness that results from not doing so. With Slade’s signature breezy yet potent take on dream pop, “St. Paul” deals with internal work that needs to be done. We look forward to what Jacob Slade’s got in store over
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Okay Omen have released their second music video accompanying debut album “So It Goes…”. Shot by the band themselves, the video details the shenanigans and adventures between their shows on their recent Midwest tour. Enter the world of crushed beer cans, humorous bathroom signs, basement headbanging and convenience store clowning with Okay Omen’s “Mood Swings.”
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Fred the Black Kid, known as FTBK, dropped a new single earlier this month. With flute-laden production, FTBK spits about wishing all his homies the best out there as he goes deeper and deeper into his passion, wary of those who speak on your name without truly knowing you. He’s determined to see things through for both himself and those
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Indie pop artist Kevin Arroyo dropped a new single recently. With a bright and bouncy melody that feels ideal for a sunny morning, Arroyo sings about seeing someone who’s feeling pretty down, but he’s determined to make them as happy as possible. He’s trying to live for today and has love to borrow! Kevin Arroyo has been carving his niche
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Black Dog String Quartet’s accomplishment on its forthcoming Long Player, A Thousand Times Brighter, which drops on April 28, isn’t that the group put together a whole album that’s entirely acoustic.
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Electronic producer MELVV teamed up with pop artist CASEY for a new single. CASEY sings of someone she misses; despite everything they’ve been through together, she doesn’t feel like herself without them. MELVV’s production is bright-eyed and adventurous like the song is the anthem for someone going out into the world to find themself. MELVV and CASEY navigate the loss
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Dennis Hawk and Dave Schoepke released another composition together, and this one revolves around Karma. As Hawk’s flute rings with a loving aura and Schoepke’s drums march with determination, we are ensnared by bright sonic colors. There’s a sense of courage and resolution with this piece, like we’re watching a montage of truths unfold. Dennis Hawk and Dave Schoepke have
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Electronic artist Tarek Sabbar released a new EP. It’s three tracks that each occupy their own niche of style; “Strata” opens things with waves of ambient bliss, “Process” gets the blood flowing with a danceable tempo and industrial textures, and “Subcutaneous” is a techno cut that feels mysterious with metallic resonance. Tarek Sabbar delivers a stunningly creative and versatile EP
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Pop artist Kobe dropped a new single recently and it’s about escaping into the dreams of love. With a wavy and subtle dance beat that shines gradually, the lyrics entail Kobe desiring to go all in for someone albeit with a precarious mindset. He’s already been through so much with them and ponders whether their life together is fantasy or
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Electronic producer Sulestial dropped a new single at the beginning of the month. Bringing animated bass that gets joined by a flashy trio of solos from saxophone, guitar and keys, the tune is undeniable in its summon for footwork. There’s a prominent sample of someone talking about when someone throws dice in the air, time stops, being a metaphor for
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Singer-songwriters Emmett Mulrooney and Sean Gerty teamed up for a new single. The alternative pop tune is about being involved with a woman from the south side and she’s on her way over, yet there’s already problems arising between you two. With a flirtatious melody and an attitude that’s not afraid to put everything on the table, Emmett Mulrooney and
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With his new track, ‘Back To The Water’, AJ Whyte is taking off and expanding his musical horizons. This new single from the British singer-songwriter is full of exciting and engaging sounds. As the song progresses, it develops into a beautiful piece, with the energy becoming even more pervasive as AJ delves deeper into his thought-provoking story. This song is
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