Single: Earth Farm – Strung Over
A formidable amalgamation of stylistic influences, this new single represents a new direction for the Newcastle band.
Kinda Grizzly
Album: The Del-Viles – It’s Just A Kiss-Off
Our favourite thing we’ve heard so far this year, and we’re sure it’ll take some beating.
Single: Creepy Crawly – Buttercup
On the surface, it’s a shimmering, happy-go-lucky piece of pop rock. But actually, an undertone of sorrow runs underneath
Single: The Wild Irises – Missy
Charming, twee, sweet and gritty, the new tune from New York quartet the wild irises is an instantly enjoyable fuzzed out slice of hazy, gazey, pop rock.
Album: The Iddy Biddies – The World Inside
Full of emotion, conviction, and consideration, all delivered with an enchanting and engaging musicality.
Album: Murkage Dave – Brut Thoughts
On his third album, Dave spills his soul into 36 minutes of introspective commentary and music difficult to pigeonhole.
Album: Various Artists – Minute Tango
A unique album made up of songs all around a minute in length, fitting on a 7″ single.
EP: Seal Club – Hollow
The new EP from Seal Club is a perfectly realised blend of assorted rock styles and just might be the first absolutely essential EP of the year.
Single: Dog Silent – Welcome to the Ocean of My Drowned Stars
It’s quite the sensation and, frankly, is a potent demonstration of the power of music.
Single: READY ATLANTIC – DOWN IN KISSES
An accessible pop masterclass but also exceptionally arty and single-minded in its genre-bending execution.
Single: Stagger – Ever
An abrasive, discordant noise followed by an almighty explosion of sound.
Single: Lawrence Kim – Madeline
Set apart from other recordings of its ilk and imbued with more personality and character.
Single: Olivia Montgomery – Rodeo Clown
A blend of Phoebe Bridgers-style acerbic barbs and Billie Eilish-esque earnestness.
Single: Dystopian Novels – Roll Your Eyes
Something larger than the sum of its individual parts.
