DYAN: Looking for Knives
Chill synth-pop group DYAN has delivered a debut that will be sure to act as a low-key soundscape for those in need of a laidback vibe.
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Okkervil River: Away
Away is the reflection of a dark time in band leader Will Sheff's life, which makes for a beautifully heartbreaking album
Babewatch: Wasted Time
Encompassing the the defining characteristics of garage sound, Babewatch does a perfect mashup of alternative/indie and west coast vibes.
The Burgeoning: Loud Dreams EP
“Loud Dreams” is something that you would hear in the morning before a run. It’s like citrus, an alarm clock or the smell of fresh pancakes.
Acid Tongue: Beautiful Disaster
Acid Tongue presents you with a psychedelic garage-rock sound to finish off your *~hAzY~* summer.
Tuns: Tuns
Tuns features garage band instrumentals along with Beatlesque voices to create an enjoyable indie rock album.
Nots: Cosmetic
Portrays every emotion an angsty post-punk lover would feel in their parents’ basement, but in a good way
Mimes on Rollercoasters: Rock It!
A silly band name with music that's out of this world.
Blind Pilot: And Then Like Lions
It's got uplifting tracks, slightly dark moments, a variety of instrumentation, and Israel Nebeker's great singing.
Midnight Faces: Heavenly Bodies
Driving, cinematic, and overall impressive.
Day Laborers & Petty Intellectuals: Former Lives
The Day Laborers & Petty Intellectuals drop their second album with a variety of folksy instrumentation mixed with witty lyrics.
EZTV: High In Place
High In Place is a great indie folk-rock record with subtle hints of psychedelia, inducing dreamy states of nostalgia and relaxation.
The Parrots: Los Niños Sin Miedo
Happy-go-lucky vibes with rustic vocals, The Parrots's newest album offers a sound similar to something straight out of the 60's
Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds: Skeleton Tree
Skeleton Tree is one the best albums of the year. The album is a haunting reflection of human loss and suffering that resonates deep.
Dead Gaze: Easy Travels
Easy Travels, preceded only by the groups debut LP Brain Holiday in 2013, effectively solidifies and fine tunes their infectious sound.
Julia Jacklin: Don’t Let The Kids Win
Afternoons lounging poolside. Reflecting on one's youth. Accepting the strangeness of feelings. Julia Jacklin's strong debut does it all.
Big Jesus: Oneiric
Heavy rock with pop melodies and whispered vocals, Big Jesus doesn't do too much to advance the space rock/stonergaze sound
Heaters: Baptistina
Psych-rock trio Heaters' second album release is heavy on the bass and catchy on the riffs!
Arjun: Gravity
It’s really refreshing when artists choose to go back to the original roots for that added kick that can’t be found anywhere else.
Crushed Out: Alien Ocean
The melodic harmonious voices of their voices entwined with the turbulent guitar riffs; it creates an oceanic masterpiece.
Allah-Las: Calico Review
With Calico Review, the Allah-Lahs add another great minor-key record to their collection after the switch to a new record label.
Local Natives: Sunlit Youth
Local Natives album, Sonic Youth, mixes reflective lyrical achievements, pop-synth electric beats, and magical harmonies to create a timeles
Drive-By Truckers: American Band
Drive-By Truckers put out their most political album to date, "American Band."
Mutual Benefit: Skip a Sinking Stone
A wonderfully arranged album that blends orchestra and folk together.