Reviews
‘Be Human’- Josh Jensen Finds Common Ground in New Folk-Pop Reflection
Seattle-based artist Josh Jensen returns with ‘Be Human’, a stripped-back track that gently urges its listeners toward empathy and connection. The single arrives as both a lyrical meditation and a celebration of grassroots collaboration, featuring harmonies and fiddle work from fellow Washingtones Records artist Hannah Wyatt. There’s an unmistakable warmth to ‘Be Human’, the kind […]
‘Intertwined’- Delta Of Venus create a shoegaze reverie that merges emotional depth with sonic finesse
Delta of Venus return with ‘Intertwined’, a sweeping two-track release that blurs the edges between haze and clarity, intensity and tenderness. Offering both a full-band version and a more stripped-down acoustic rendition, this Mystic, Connecticut outfit show a deft hand at building immersive environments while remaining rooted in heartfelt introspection. At its core, ‘Intertwined’ is […]
‘Hello’- Apache Rose, A thunderous return packed with longing, distance, and guitar-driven catharsis
Moscow-based rockers Apache Rose break their two-year silence with ‘Hello’, a stadium-sized outcry steeped in emotional detachment and unresolved goodbyes. From the first chord, it’s clear they haven’t returned quietly. This is a bold, riff-fuelled statement that is sharp, anthemic, and unmistakably haunted by what’s no longer there. If their earlier work hinted at their […]
‘I’m Ready’- Danielle Schroeder, A poignant surrender draped in quiet strength
With her latest track ‘I’m Ready’, Vancouver’s Danielle Schroeder continues to refine her voice as a songwriter unafraid to sit with discomfort. Pulled from her forthcoming album ‘Later Is Here’, the single hovers, steadies itself, and takes a slow, honest look inward. Built around a minimal yet resonant production from Aaron Klassen and anchored by […]
‘Highs And Lows’- Elias Jay Bryce, A meditative indie-electronic odyssey through emotional turbulence and quiet resilience
Elias Jay Bryce’s new single ‘Highs And Lows’ is a beautiful, otherworldly track that feels like the artist has connected to something deeply primal and eternal. Rooted in an emotional honesty shaped by personal upheaval, the Vienna-based artist constructs a piece that invites stillness, reflection, and release. Drawing inspiration from bands like White Lies, Elias […]
‘Fired Up’- Indoor Friends, A pop-punk battle cry with fists raised and hearts wide open
With their latest single ‘Fired Up’, Indoor Friends throw gasoline on the embers of millennial burnout, and strike a match with unapologetic joy. Born from the late-night musings of growing older and still wanting to scream into the void, this track feels like a late-summer anthem for anyone who ever danced through disappointment and came […]
‘The Island’- STREAMER, A Luminous Ode to Love, Loss, and Letting Go
On their latest single ‘The Island’, STREAMER take a detour from their pulsating, festival-ready sound and chart a course toward something more delicate, yet just as soaring. Known for mixing the pulse of dance music with the introspection of indie-rock, this time the UK trio trade beats for breath, delivering a stirring anthem that’s as […]
‘Threats’- Bellhead’s new EP Delivers Blood, Bass, and No Apologies
If you’ve ever wondered what it might sound like if revenge could be weaponised through dual basslines and drenched in neon yellow, ‘Threats’ is your answer. Chicago’s shadow-soaked duo Bellhead are back with a vengeance, and they’ve traded their grayscale aesthetic for something louder, meaner, and utterly unignorable. Opening with the title-track, ‘Threats’ grabs you […]
‘Pencil Chewer’- Strange Pink, newcomers break free on raucous debut single
Strange Pink crash the gates with ‘Pencil Chewer’, a debut that cannonballs into view. Drenched in wonky charm and powered by a jangly undercurrent, this track marks a confident first move from the East Yorkshire trio, blending melodic grit with flashes of theatrical menace. It’s the kind of song that knows exactly what it wants to […]
