Gouge Away Continue Their Ferocious Run on “Figurine”
Gouge Away’s “Figurine” is perhaps even a little prettier in the verses than the highlights of Deep Sage.
Brian Stout
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Indianapolis Punks D.R.L.N. Reach New Heights
D.R.L.N. have gotten closer than ever to capturing their live experience on the singles they have released recently.
Touché Amoré’s ‘Stage Four’ Is a Harrowing Journey Through Grief
Time doesn’t heal all wounds, but we have music to help. Touché Amoré’s Stage Four is as raw a statement on grief as there has ever been.
Xiu Xiu’s Jamie Stewart Is All Covered Up on New Record
Born from a cover-song subscription model, Xiu Xiu’s latest album unearths the raw humanity in pop confections. Jamie Stewart discusses this and more.
Noise Rock Band Unsane’s Chris Spencer Is Committed
The lead singer of the New York noise institution Unsane, Chris Spencer, talks about the reissue of their classic Occupational Hazard.
Scott McCloud Powerfully Reflects on the Past
Girls Against Boys singer Scott McCloud shows a quieter, more reflective side in this addictive collection of solo tracks, Forever.
Joyce Manor Embrace Their Pop Sensibilities
The pop-punk institution Joyce Manor emphasize melody on another hooky collection of melancholy-tinged anthems.
Joyce Manor Talk Bars and Candy Bars
Pop-punk’s Joyce Manor have a new album that’s a fresh take on their patented sound. “Bands in our scene can have songs from a decade ago blow up on TikTok.”
A Conversation with Guided By Voices’ Robert Pollard
The Guided By Voices machine is as well-oiled as they come, but Robert Pollard attributes quality and consistency to chemistry.
Girls Against Boys’ Scott McCloud Discusses Conversations
Girls Against Boys singer Scott McCloud goes solo for a compelling song collection focused on the passage of time and the memories that last, even as they evolve.
Xiu Xiu’s Covers Album Is a Diverse, Rewarding Listen
Indie institution Xiu Xiu transform the sound of a diverse set of tracks to emphasize the darkness and despair lurking within them.
Girls Against Boys’ Scott McCloud Looks Back on “Make It to Forever”
Girls Against Boys’ Scott McCloud shares his new single, the title track from his upcoming album, Make It to Forever, out on 30th January.