All posts tagged: Chicago

Desert Liminal’s ‘Pipedream’ is Ethereal

Dubbing their sound drone pop, Chicago duo Desert Liminal has dropped another ethereal recording titled 'Pipedream'. Hauntingly beautiful, the lo-fi dream pop bit is powered via hollow drums, melodic keys and ghostly vocals. 'Pipedream' follows their 'Comb for Gold' EP and 'Stick Thick' LP, all released back in 2018. Have a listen down below.

Stream Company of Thieves’ ‘Better Together’ EP

Chicago band Company of Thieves have returned following a hiatus since the release of their 2011 album 'Running From A Gamble'. Their new EP 'Better Together' comes behind the members' solo works in between the 7 year absence. Comprised of five songs, two being live recordings, EP finds the band back in their zone, weaving a tightrope around alternative and indie pop. 'Better Together' in itself is a testament to the group's magic that has stretched for over a decade.

Listen to Mr. Airplane Man’s Psych-Punk Tune ‘Believe’

Girlsville Records will release their benefit compilation 'Our Voltage' on March 1st. With the proceeds being donated to the legal aid for anti-racist activists as well as the Haymaker project, one of the songs featured on the LP is Mr. Airplane Man's 'Believe'. A psych-punk-blues rock gem, the lo-fi cut rocks with fiery guitar riffs and punchy drums that is raw and organic.

Stream BONZIE’s ‘Zone on Nine’ Album

Chicago-based singer and musician BONZIE has release her second LP 'Zone on Nine', which is a follow-up release to her singles 'As The Surface Rose' and 'How Do You Find Yourself, Love?, with her debut album 'Rift Into The Secret Of Things, Album' having landed back in 2013. Produced by BONZIE, along with Jonathan Wilson and Ali Chant, the record is a delicate and earnest approach to alternative, with intricate songwriting and BONZIE's airy vocals depicting a definite growth in her artistry.

Marlon Hoffstadt & Paris Brightledge’s ‘Shattered’ EP

Retrograde boss Marlon Hoffstadt has released a stream of incredible house records, and now teaming up with Chicago vocalist Paris Brightledge, the pair are set to drop their monster of an EP titled 'Shattered'. The title track combines breakbeat drums with a deep, bubbling bass line and milky synths, creating an old school rave meets acid feel as Brightledge's soulful vocals add the perfect topping. Hoffstadt goes ethereal with the tune 'Elevate', a mellow and dreamy soundscape with Paris Brightledge delivering that golden Chi-town touch.