Video Premiere: Red Sands – “System”
Mexico City metal trio Red Sands has premiered a video for “System,” the centerpiece track of their six‑track EP Evocations released in January. The band describes the song as a scathing critique of political corruption, religious hypocrisy, and corporate‑driven environmental destruction. Produced by guitarist Daniel Novelo, the EP also showcases artwork created by vocalist Jonathan Corral. The video launch underscores the group’s blend of classic metal aesthetics with socially charged lyrics.
Track Premiere: Crippled Black Phoenix – “Colder and Colder”
Crippled Black Phoenix debuted their new single “Colder and Colder,” a brooding blend of death‑rock atmosphere and shoegaze‑laden melancholy, ahead of the forthcoming album Sceaduhelm. Vocalist‑guitarist Justin Storms describes the track as a rhythmic, tragic narrative built around the title’s...
ALBUM REVIEW: With 'Watterson Hall,' William Clark Green Embraces a Mainstream Sound
William Clark Green’s seventh studio effort, *Watterson Hall*, signals a deliberate pivot toward a more mainstream country sound. The 50‑minute record fuses classic twang with contemporary production, tackling familiar topics like love, partying, and perseverance. Green’s lyrical hook‑craft and upbeat...
ALBUM REVIEW: Chemistry, Storytelling Propel Sons of Town Hall’s ‘Of Ghosts and Gods’
Transatlantic folk duo Sons of Town Hall release their sophomore album, Of Ghosts and Gods, a concept‑driven collection of twelve tracks that weave narrative storytelling with expansive orchestration. The record opens with the introspective “Gods,” followed by the cinematic “How...
ALBUM REVIEW: Brit Taylor's ‘Land of the Forgotten’ Is One Banger After Another
Brit Taylor’s new album *Land of the Forgotten* delivers eleven tightly crafted songs that honor her East Kentucky upbringing while sounding fresh for today’s country‑rock audience. The record weaves fiddle, mandolin, brass and a drawl‑filled vocal style into cinematic narratives...
How to Hear an Album Before It Drops
Record stores across the globe are staging pre‑release listening parties, letting fans hear new albums before they hit streaming platforms. Bruno Mars' upcoming record, "The Romantic," was previewed at Rough Trade East in London ahead of its Feb. 27 launch, with...
ALBUM REVIEW: Pert Near Sandstone Shine Compassion Into a Troubled World with ‘Side by Side’
Pert Near Sandstone releases its ninth studio album, *Side by Side*, centering on friendship, community, and social commentary. The record blends traditional folk instrumentation—banjo, mandolin, upright bass—with modern production, delivering both intimate and politically charged tracks. Songs like “Racin’ to...
Bill Callahan Confronts Mortality and Legacy on ‘My Days of 58’
Bill Callahan’s new album *My Days of 58* confronts mortality, legacy, and fatherhood after a recent health scare. The record blends his trademark baritone stoicism with gentler humor and intimate acoustic arrangements, marking a shift from the louder, rock‑leaning sound...
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music Label Launches with Muller and Totland’s Unna
Devon Turnbull’s Ojas Music label has launched with its inaugural release, the ambient minimalist EP *Unna* by Michael A. Muller and Otto A. Totland. The record, issued in partnership with The Vinyl Factory, pairs Totland’s close‑miked piano with Muller’s double...
Nic Vans Makes His Production Debut with Remix of Łaszewo’s ‘3AM’
DJ Nic Vans has entered the production arena with his first official release, a remix of Łaszewo’s track “3AM.” The remix, issued on Carter Gregory’s Plot Twist Records, showcases Vans’ signature high‑energy style with pumping synths, heavy sub‑bass and trap‑pop...
The Biggest Band You’ve Never Heard Of
Stray Kids, the South Korean boy band, posted the second‑highest‑selling album worldwide in 2025, trailing only Taylor Swift. The group’s success reflects K‑Pop’s expanding global footprint and the power of fan‑driven streaming. Their Hyde Park headline show underscored a growing appetite for...
SOUNDIT Festival Shares the Full Line-Up for Its Second Edition
SOUNDIT Festival returns for its second edition on July 17‑18, 2026 in Barcelona’s Parc Nou, featuring 55 acts across four purpose‑built stages. Headliners include Blawan, gyrofield, Laurel Halo and a TraTraTrax takeover, with b2b sets from Kode9, Tim Reaper, Martyn and Om Unit. The...
Germany’s Legendary Club Boothaus Finally Gets Its Own Imprint
Germany’s iconic Bootshaus club in Cologne has launched its own imprint, Bootshaus Music, debuting with OGUZ and Jay Toledo’s track “Euphoria.” The release delivers uncompromising, high‑energy techno that mirrors the venue’s reputation for relentless, bass‑driven nights. Unlike many fledgling labels,...
Hen Ogledd Makes Us Feel Off-Kilter With ‘Discombobulated’
Hen Ogledd, the fluid folk‑experimental supergroup founded by Richard Dawson and Rhodri Davies, has released its new album *Discombobulated* on Domino Recording Company. Recorded in northern England and Wales, the record blends shambolic folk, gentle jazz, and extended improvisations, reflecting...