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Erik Rabasca – ‘New Scrolls’
BlogJun 9, 2026

Erik Rabasca – ‘New Scrolls’

Connecticut singer‑songwriter Erik Rabasca has issued his debut full‑length album, “New Scrolls.” The record fuses folk, Americana, and electric twang while delivering introspective lyrics about media overload, capitalist pressures, and personal mindfulness. Tracks such as “Foolin’ Yourself” and “Love Resonates”...

By Obscure Sound
Rone ~ Megaptera
BlogJun 9, 2026

Rone ~ Megaptera

Rone’s new album *Megaptera* is the original score for the French film *The Musician and the Whale*. The music was composed largely at sea in dialogue with scientists, bioacousticians, sailors and environmentalists, turning ocean recordings into a sonic conversation with...

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Eilen Jewell Steps Off the Road, But Not Out of the Song
BlogJun 8, 2026

Eilen Jewell Steps Off the Road, But Not Out of the Song

Folk‑Americana singer‑songwriter Eilen Jewell announced an indefinite hiatus from touring, citing her 12‑year‑old daughter’s growing needs and personal weariness after two decades on the road. The pause does not end her music career; she released a new Doors‑cover single, “Soul...

By Twangville
Suze Harper – ‘Lovers’ Lament’ EP
BlogJun 8, 2026

Suze Harper – ‘Lovers’ Lament’ EP

London‑based singer‑songwriter Suze Harper, originally from New Zealand, released her debut four‑track EP "Lovers' Lament." The collection blends classical vocal technique with jazz, blues, and pop, exploring heartbreak, childhood reflection, and emotional clarity. Tracks like "Not That Hard" transition from...

By Obscure Sound
Jont Delivers His Most Spiritually Open and Emotionally Expansive Work Yet on New Album, Walk Right Through, Helmed by Lead...
BlogJun 8, 2026

Jont Delivers His Most Spiritually Open and Emotionally Expansive Work Yet on New Album, Walk Right Through, Helmed by Lead...

Jont’s new album Walk Right Through marks his most spiritually open and emotionally expansive work yet. The record was captured in a single day at Sonic Temple Studio just before the studio’s closure, preserving a raw, live feel. Its lead...

By Indie Music Discovery
PICKLE JUICE Debuts Epic New Track “A Little More Time”
BlogJun 8, 2026

PICKLE JUICE Debuts Epic New Track “A Little More Time”

Canadian alt‑rock band PICKLE JUICE has released “A Little More Time,” the second single from their forthcoming sophomore EP *The Whiteroom*, slated for June 12 2026. The track marks a departure from the group’s high‑energy style, featuring vulnerable lyrics about grief and...

By Indie Music Discovery
My Raining Stars Return with Toy Club
BlogJun 8, 2026

My Raining Stars Return with Toy Club

After a ten‑year hiatus, indie pop band My Raining Stars has resumed releasing music and this week unveiled the single “Fine,” a dual‑guitar‑driven track that previews their upcoming album Toy Club. The song showcases layered guitars and crisp vocals, aiming...

By Austin Town Hall
Niklas Lukassen – ‘Still Waters’ at Jazz Cafe Posk, 12 June
BlogJun 8, 2026

Niklas Lukassen – ‘Still Waters’ at Jazz Cafe Posk, 12 June

German bassist Niklas Lukassen has issued his debut leader album *Still Waters* on Kurt Rosenwinkel’s Heartcore Records, with the guitarist co‑producing and appearing on several tracks. The record showcases Lukassen’s original compositions performed by an international quartet featuring Ben Van Gelder, Kit Downes and Francesco Ciniglio, plus guest...

By London Jazz News
Another Track From Dusty Lucite
BlogJun 8, 2026

Another Track From Dusty Lucite

Portland‑based indie outfit Dusty Lucite has released a new track from their latest album *Shmaltz* via Bandcamp. The song showcases a blend of pensive, slow‑burning jams and more traditional indie‑rock energy, reflecting the band’s evolving songwriting over recent years. Critics...

By Austin Town Hall
Victor Vieira-Branco’s Bark Culture :: The Giant Is Awkward
BlogJun 8, 2026

Victor Vieira-Branco’s Bark Culture :: The Giant Is Awkward

Bark Culture’s latest album, *The Giant Is Awkward*, introduces pianist Sam Yulsman, widening the group’s sonic horizon. The record intertwines ambient textures with post‑rock intensity, delivering a mysterious and disorienting listening experience. Critics note the band’s chemistry has deepened, making...

By Aquarium Drunkard
Berlin-Based Baby Smith Share New Single ‘Walkie Talkie’
BlogJun 8, 2026

Berlin-Based Baby Smith Share New Single ‘Walkie Talkie’

Berlin‑based indie duo Baby Smith, the project of Australian expats Ray Sonder and Saxon Gable, has dropped their new single “Walkie Talkie.” The track serves as a preview for their debut album “Lately, Love Is Dead,” slated for release on...

By Indie Is Not A Genre
My Top 30 Songs for June 7-13, 2026
BlogJun 7, 2026

My Top 30 Songs for June 7-13, 2026

Death Cab for Cutie’s single “Riptides” jumps to #1 on the weekly Top 30, propelling their newly released album *I Built You a Tower* into the streaming spotlight. Five new tracks entered the chart, including debut entries from Ships Have Sailed, Beck,...

By Eclectic Music Lover
Holly Humberstone Re-Imagines Second Album Cruel World With Four Track EP
BlogJun 7, 2026

Holly Humberstone Re-Imagines Second Album Cruel World With Four Track EP

British singer‑songwriter Holly Humberstone has issued a four‑track EP that reimagines selections from her Interscope‑released second album, Cruel World. The EP presents fresh arrangements of “White Noise,” “Red Chevy,” “Cruel World” and “To Love Somebody.” Concurrently, she announced a North...

By Indie Is Not A Genre
David Vélez ~ The River Calder
BlogJun 7, 2026

David Vélez ~ The River Calder

Composer David Vélez has issued a physical release titled “The River Calder,” accompanied by Lina Velandia’s line‑drawn illustrations. The 70‑minute sound work derives from two months of field recordings that have already been presented in three international installations. It weaves...

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