Guided By Voices: Universe Room [Album Review]
Guided By VoicesUniverse RoomGBV Inc. [2025] “A labyrinthine album from the Dayton, Ohio institution that reveals new melodic charms with each additional listen” Album Overview: … Read more
FACS: Wish Defense [Album Review]
FACSWish DefenseTrouble In Mind Records [2025] “Seven tracks of angular intensity, haunting repetition, and post-punk precision—FACS craft one of their most gripping records yet.” Album … Read more
Charm School: Debt Forever [Album Review]
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Squid: Cowards [Album Review]
SquidCowardsWarp Records [2025] “Harpsichords, horns, and hypnotic grooves—Cowards finds Squid as adventurous and compelling as ever.” Album Overview: Squid emerged from the same scene as … Read more
The Pains Of Being Pure At Heart: Perfect Right Now: A Slumberland Collection 2008-2010 [Album Review]
The Pains Of Being Pure At HeartPerfect Right Now: A Slumberland Collection 2008-2010Slumberland Records [2025] “A time capsule of The Pains of Being Pure at … Read more
Dax Riggs: 7 Songs For Spiders [Album Review]
Dax Riggs7 Songs For SpidersBright Shadow [2025] “Dax Riggs summons the darkness with 7 Songs for Spiders—a hypnotic blend of doom-laced blues and spectral fuzz.” … Read more
Gus Englehorn: The Hornbook [Album Review]
Gus EnglehornThe HornbookSecret City Records [2025] “Gus Englehorn rewrites the indie rock playbook with The Hornbook—a genre-blurring, storytelling triumph.” Album Overview: Gus Englehorn’s path to … Read more
The Laughing Chimes: Whispers In The Speech Machine [Album Review]
The Laughing ChimesWhispers In The Speech MachineSlumerbland Records [2025] “A bold evolution—Whispers in the Speech Machine expands The Laughing Chimes’ sound while staying true to … Read more
Ex-Vöid: In Love Again [Album Review]
Ex-VöidIn Love AgainTapete Records [2025] “Blending punchy guitars, heartfelt lyricism, and irresistible melodies, In Love Again proves Ex-Vöid is just getting started.” Album Overview: Ex-Vöid … Read more
The Pro-Teens: MF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is Assumed [Album Review]
The Pro-TeensMF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is AssumedCollege Of Knowledge Records [2025] “A bold and soulful tribute that redefines MF DOOM’s legacy, one … Read more
Good Flying Birds: Talulah’s Tape [Album Review]
Good Flying BirdsTalulah’s TapeRotten Apple [2025] “Talulah’s Tape captures the lo-fi charm and heart of indie pop’s golden spirit.” Album Overview: Good Flying Birds is … Read more
Upupayāma: Mount Elephant [Album Review]
UpupayāmaMount ElephantFuzz Club Records [2024] “A transcendent blend of global rhythms and psych-rock innovation—Mount Elephant redefines the journey inward.” Album Overview: Upupayāma is the brainchild … Read more
The Weather Station: Humanhood [Album Review]
The Weather StationHumanhoodFat Possum Records [2025] “Humanhood captures the pulse of our times with a wider sound, daring soundscapes and profoundly human storytelling that we … Read more
Television Personalities: Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993 [Album Review]
Television PersonalitiesTune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993Fire Records [2025] “Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out delivers a treasure trove of rare … Read more
Delivery: Force Majeure [Album Review]
DeliveryForce MajeureHeavenly Recordings [2025] “A bold and dynamic sophomore effort that solidifies Delivery as an essential indie rock act.“ Album Overview: Delivery, a five-piece band … Read more
Lambrini Girls: Who Let The Dogs Out [Album Review]
Lambrini GirlsWho Let The Dogs OutCity Slang [2025] “A debut album that hits like a riot and leaves you wanting more—Lambrini Girls are punk’s fiercest … Read more
Franz Ferdinand: The Human Fear [Album Review]
Franz FerdinandThe Human FearDomino [2025] “The Human Fear leans into polished grooves and familiar hooks, offering moments of charm without breaking new ground.” Album Overview: … Read more
The National: Rome [Album Review]
The NationalRome4AD [2024] “From baritone ballads to raucous anthems, Rome proves why The National reign supreme on stage.” Album Overview: Releasing a live album isn’t … Read more
High Rise: Disturbance Trip [Album Review]
High RiseDisturbance TripLa Musica Records/Black Editions [2024] “This fuzzed-out live set from 1992 documents High Rise at their noise-soaked best.” Album Overview: Even though they … Read more
Khana Bierbood: Monolam [Album Review]
Khana BierboodMonolamGuruguru Brain [2024] “From vibrant rhythms to introspective textures, Monolam redefines what Thai psychedelia can be.” Album Overview: Khana Bierbood, translating to “Strange Brew” … Read more
Bill Callahan: The Holy Grail – Bill Callahan’s “Smog” Dec. 10, 2001 Peel Session EP [Album Review]
Bill CallahanThe Holy Grail: Bill Callahan’s “Smog” Dec. 10, 2001 Peel Session EPDrag City Records [2024] “Callahan redefines minimalism in this captivating BBC session.” Album … Read more
Heavy Moss: Dead Slow [Album Review]
Heavy MossDead Slowp(doom) Records [2024] “Heavy Moss delivers a vibrant fusion of dreamy atmospheres and grounded rock grooves on the simmering Dead Slow.” Album Overview: … Read more
Michael Kiwanuka: Small Changes [Album Review]
Michael KiwanukaSmall ChangesGeffen Records [2024] “A bold evolution of sound and spirit—Small Changes marks a new chapter in Michael Kiwanuka’s soulful storytelling.” Album Overview: Michael … Read more
Kim Deal: Nobody Loves You More [Album Review]
Kim DealNobody Loves You More4AD [2024] “From orchestral surprises to indie rock grit, Kim Deal delivers a solo debut that’s nothing short of stunning.” Album … Read more
Father John Misty: Mahashmashana [Album Review]
Father John MistyMahashmashanaSub Pop Records [2024] “Mahashmashana is Father John Misty at his sharpest—lyrically daring, sonically expansive, and utterly unforgettable.” Album Overview: Father John Misty, … Read more