We all know how evasive Santa Claus can be. But even he has slip ups once in a while—this track is the story of one of his latest. Over an instrumental composed solely of a laid-back finger-picked chord progression on the guitar, Joe Quinto sings the story of how he left some pot cookies that he couldn’t finish out on the
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Grace Weber’s vocals dominate a new holiday jam.
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Songwriter E.B. Albeit has taken an unexpected but welcome turn from dub to electrofolk in “Magic Banjos.”
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Tombo dropped a new EP recently, bringing a layered approach to lo-fi that you can get lost in. Incorporating elements of hip hop and dream pop, there’s an evocative atmosphere where every sound and texture caters to a storm of complicated feelings, whether it’s electronic or guitar driven. Their vocal performance is emotive, raw and dusky while the production here
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Indie pop act The Last Bees released a new EP about a month ago. Bringing the sprightly sunshine pop that the group has been known for, these five tracks bring warmth to a chilly world. The tunes are catchy as hell with bright melodies, putting us right on a southern California beach with your lover. Whether they’re seeking love at
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Oh Geeez are at their brightest on a new EP.
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Alt pop artist Sunny Lou dropped a two-piece recently. In less than four minutes, Lou conjures the feeling of being up in the sky looking down at yourself. Both songs are lively, determined, and are truly after what they want, utilizing Auto-tuned vocals and soaring electronic production. It’s an energetic yet emotional release from Sunny Lou – an artist who
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Indie pop act Bug Moment have their first new single out since February. The Bugs are known to consistently experiment with their sound; they’ve been grungy, they’ve gotten folky, and now they’re bringing some trap production. The song touches on a toxic relationship and spiting one another. Stay tuned for a new Bug Moment album early next year!
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Grace Weber shines on a new single.
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Alt pop artist Day Tvvo dropped a new single at the end of October. It’s a song about wanting so bad to be loved that you’ll look for it wherever you can. When you struggle to feel like you fit in, validation can be a drug – and that’s what’s on the artist’s mind – but he makes it catchy,
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Producer MallBat’s got her debut single out. With a lo-fi piano melody, she gradually introduces electronic touches that gently buzz and hum, forming a deeply introspective cut that clocks in at just under two minutes. It feels like you’re visiting your empty childhood home for the first time in years. We hope to hear more from MallBat soon!
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Pop artist Christopher Dallman’s got a video out accompanying his latest EP “Nightpop.” Shot in black and white, the video finds Dallman in the booth singing his heart out while holding a lamp to represent his burning, sensual passion for his lover. He maneuvers the lamp to make his shadows dance, getting more and more vivacious before the song explosively
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Dream pop artist Blacktop released a video for his song “Just A Moment” from recent album “Sun Room.” He’s found in the park in his sleepwear; he relaxes in the autumn leaves, chills on a bench, and plays his guitar in a swan boat as he reflects on his preoccupations that would be easier if he had a lover by
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Lo-fi pop artist Tombo dropped a new single and video. The song finds them meandering down life’s highway while feeling stuck; the video weaves together various photos accompanied by the lyrics. With a guitar instrumental and heartful crooning, there’s an overall foggy atmosphere here that seeks clarity. Tombo’s got an EP coming out soon – stay tuned!
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Indie pop artist Christopher Dallman released a new EP this week. Dallman’s been getting more experimental with his electronic pop sound overtime, and these songs capture the essence of personal growth, pleasure, and return to form. He leans into authenticity whether he’s singing about an intimate affair with his lover (“Monday”), exploring uncharted territories (“Wild”), or shedding into a new
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ILY Truly and KidAsher joined forces to make “17,” a feel-good throwback song with pop punk riffs and trap beats.
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Jon Henry sings of escapism on a new single.
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Valerie Lighthart goes into the void with a new video.
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Four bands were on the bill for an all-ages Halloween show at Lilliput Records on Sunday, mixing genres like skramz, shoegaze, hyperpop and alternative rock and packing the inside of the new record store. Alt-rock act Bug Moment has turned a lot of heads in the Milwaukee scene recently with shows at venues like Cactus Club and dropping their album
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Emo pop artist iCandi released an EP this week for the spooky season. It’s four songs of bouncing retro synths, textural guitars, haunted themes and danceable sensibilities fit for a demonic dance floor. iCandi brings an innovative and eclectic approach to pop here, giving themself plenty of room to build from many directions.
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Pop artist Andrew Cesarz captures complicated relationships in his latest piano song, “Had You Given Time.”
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Cyrus Chrome and Skymall deliver the visual from the title track of their new EP.
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DC The Don and Midwxst make mental anguish catchy on a new track.
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The always-delightful electropop act The LOL are back with a new single this week. It’s a song holding a grudge about someone who’s saying one thing but does another, and Lauryl Sulfate is here ready to taunt the bullshit. Tinged with electroclash while carrying Sulfate’s signature no-nonsense demeanor, “Running” continues The LOL’s shift into darker synth melodies. Stay tuned for
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Today’s the day – Skymall and Cyrus Chrome dropped their collaborative EP. We first heard from them with “Ripples” a few months back and today we get the full picture; the artists bring a pop opus that incorporates elements of hip hop, pop punk and electronica. There’s a friendly and affable chemistry that’s palpable between the two as they bring
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