Stephen Becker Offers a Unique Take on Indie Pop
Stephen Becker’s Gravity Blanket is a smartly catchy album with plenty of wonderfully odd moments featuring twisted and unique pop.
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Tōth Finds the Clarity of His ‘Voice’ Through Constraint
Tōth’s And the Voice Said refines his knack for balancing introspection, pop warmth, and unresolved inner tension.
Sotto Voce’s Lo-Fi Pop Is Filled with Melodic Twists
Ryan Gabos’ lo-fi bedroom pop project, Sotto Voce, scales new heights with The Sound of Trying.
Greg Jamie’s Superb New LP Is Dreamy and Hypnotic
Alongside Greg Jamie’s ragged aesthetic is a sense of wonder and personal discovery that gives Across a Violet Pasture a unique stamp.
Jay Som Blows Up Her Old Formula on ‘Belong’
Jay Som’s guitar may have taken a more minor role, but the production and attention to the tiniest details throughout Belong show a new level of artistry.
No One Is Crushed in Water From Your Eyes’ Beautiful World
Water From Your Eyes captivate with genre-defying songs sculpted in a utopian sci-fi vein that envision a more hopeful universe.
Julian Cubillos Unleashes Warm, Lo-Fi Bedroom Pop
Julian Cubillos’ new self-titled album finds him working on a slightly smaller scale, yet with compositions and melodies that are bright, complex, and intelligent.
Colin Miller Discusses Losin’ and Honoring a Lost Friend
Powerful insight is typical of Colin Miller’s talent for relatable observation, and what drives his musical tribute to his lost mentor, Gary King.
Colin Miller Arrives at a Tentative Peace on His Magnificent LP
There’s something hopeful Colin Miller reaches for here, even in the darkest places, that makes Losin’ endlessly replayable. Smile through the tears.
Lontalius’ Fifth Album Is Successful and Strikingly Mature
Minimalistic and captivating, Lontalius’ new album shows a more concentrated sound. It reflects his growth and marks a high watermark.
Field Medic’s Quest For Inner Peace Is Astonishing
Boundless & True captures Field Medic’s Kevin Patrick Sullivan almost entirely by himself, delivering masterfully fingerpicked and beautifully written songs.
JW Francis’ 4th Album ‘SUNSHINE’ Is Astonishing
JW Francis executes his ideas with precision and shows exceptional growth while maintaining a firm root in the DIY lo-fi spirit. SUNSHINE is yet another example.