Single: Frog – Dark Out
At once longing and unapologetic, “Dark Out” is yet another enchanting portrait from Frog. Like the band itself, it contains multitudes.
Month: April 2026
Single: Cult Caves – Tiny Figures
From little acorns of tragedy has grown this big beautiful indie tree. Full of emotion and earnestness, this is an incredibly touching tribute.
Single: Julez and the Rollers – I Don’t Know You
The new single from the LA rockerz and rollerz is so fun, it could serve as a theme song for an imaginary sitcom.
Single: Family Worship Center – Malibu by Midnight
The high-flying single from “rock and soul commune” Family Worship Center is a beautiful blend of can-we-call-it-disco, R&B, pop, and flirtation.
Single: Nixon Boyd – Trouble of Your Own
Nixon Boyd’s new single is a balancing act between subject matter and, to quote the kids, “vibes.”
Album: Adiós Ghost – Happy House
Entirely live-tracked, the second album from the Brooklyn “power disco” quartet is full of immaculate vibes and impressive musicianship.
Single: Silk – Clementine
The fuzzy guitars, pounding drums, and charming vocals on Silk’s new single create a triumphant harmony of noise and depth.
Album: Vilde – Qualia At Odds
Dreamy synths, glittering guitars and woozy electronic textures combine to make an evocative album full of gentle off-kilter lullabies.
Single: Honey I’m Home – Pretty
The Dutch punkers press on the shoegaze and ’90s grunge in a send-up to “prettiness” as a replacement for personality.
Single: Orange Doors – Gizmo Gadget
Opening with jaunty guitar, “Gizmo Gadget” erupts into big, energetic noise-making.
Single: Viruette – SWAYA
“Red-blooded” funky indie from Boston-based trans-Atlantic rockers gets the blood pumping ahead of their new album.