Last month Swedish outfit Hey Elbow dropped their single 'Missit', a moody and cinematic slice of indie that was not only experimental, but musically towering. The trio have now returned with their latest offering 'Nurture/Aptitude'. Whilst a nocturnal blanket lay above the charging production, the band manages to infuse a sense of pop without losing their core sound.
Chicago-based band Dehd. have stepped up with a new single and video entitled 'Flood', taken from their upcoming album 'Flower of Devotion', landing July 17th via Fire Talk. Directed by Andrew Miller along with Dehd. front woman Emily Kempf herself, the vid finds the tatted singer delivering a passionate performance whilst on laying near the shores of a beach.
Brighton-based Max McLellan aka Psychic Shakes have shared his new single 'Wage Slave', taken from his forthcoming EP 'Unsaid', landing this year on Good Eye Records. Pretty much echoing the sentiments of probably 85 percent of day to day workers, the dream pop meets jangle rock handing is an anthem for those who crave to break free from the 9 to 5 grind.
Ireland-raised, NYC-based siblings Georgina and Una McGeough aka Song Sung have unveiled their new track 'Telling Tales'. For this offering, the pair deliver a floating and atmospheric slice of dream pop. With a distinctive repeating bass line running through the track, spacey synths and cosmic effects lay atop, helping to create a an enchanting bliss.
Freshly signed to Libertino Records, Wrexham-based band Kidsmoke have dropped their new track 'The Bluest You'. Immediately launching the song with melodic guitar riffs, the track transcends into an easing stroke of kaleidoscopic pop that simply feels good like a blanket of warmth during a brisk night.
Brighton-based trio CIEL have released their debut EP 'Movement', which comes at the heels of their recently dropped single 'Same Old Times With U'. Consisting of three tracks, the record is a combination of breezy dream pop and lush indie with subtle hints of creeping post-punk. Produced by Jack Wolter, the songs are composed with gentle instrumentation topped with the breezy vocal work of singer Michelle Hindriks.
Hamburg-based band Kraków Loves Adana have shared the video to their latest single 'Young Again'. Directed by Ebba G. Ågren, the gorgeous visuals feature KLA vocalist Deniz Çiçek stylishly dressed whilst having to look at herself closely and re-examine the past, even though certain aspects evoke hurt and pain. The song itself is produced by Johnny Jewel. 'Young Again' is out on Italians Do It Better.
Hailing from the North of England is indie band Worry Party. Taking an indie palette and layering it with a dreamy soundscape, the four-piece members are set to release their new EP 'Souvenirs'. Comprised of four cuts in total, 'Souvenirs' explorers the journey of self-reflection, destructive relationships, the concept of home and more.
Freshly signed to the PNKSLM label and coming off the back of their killer track 'Burning Ride', Stockholm band VERO now unveil their latest tune 'Waves of Love'. A lush deliverance of dream pop and indie, the sparkling cut is a wonderland of silky synths, upbeat drums and hazy vocals that make for an overly enjoyable ride.
Austin-based band Why Bonnie have shared the video to their new track 'Voice Box'. The Shelby Bohannon-directed visuals resemble an 80s perfume advert with slogans typically thrown at those who tend to voice their opinions and speak their minds. The video brilliantly compliments the dreamy track, which is indeed a blissful offering from the Texas talents.
