Melbourne's Tim Ayre has unveiled his latest track 'Not Like It Should Be', taking from his forthcoming debut EP landing via Kitsuné Musique. A summery and enchanting dose of dream pop, the content revolves around one feeling that he or she is not a part of the modern world.
Back in 2018 Brooklyn band Parrot Dream released their debut LP 'Light Goes'. An ethereal packing of lush dream pop and shimmering indie, the album reflected the growth of the group since their 2014 'Set Sail Someday' EP.
Earlier this year NYC-based artist Quelle Rox shared her cut 'Tired', which was jazzy slice of aquatic soul. Now the singer an producer delivers a taste of dream pop with her latest recording 'Cosmic Gloom'. The breezy lo-fi tune is a hazy delight as sparkling synths coincide with floating, airy vocals. We're hoping that Quelle Rox continues in this pop direction, as it'll be exiting to see where she takes her artistry and sound in the near future. Stream 'Cosmic Gloom' below.
London-based duo Pinero|Serene have shared their latest single 'Dead Flowers'. A precursor to their debut EP 'Dark Matter' landing July 12th, the track is a dark and punchy sliding of alternative and dream-pop. Lush vocals are complimented with their eerie yet slick guitar lines, thundering drum hits and a weight hitting bass line, all wrapped in pristine production.
Many artists have been fleeing London, making Margate their new creative playground of choice. With that being said, Margate is also the current home to Thandii, who have recently dropped their latest single 'Tides'. A smokey offering of synth and dream pop, hazy vocals floating atop sparkling keys and low, thumping drum kicks make for the ultimate soundtrack to any midnight rendezvous. Check it out .
It has been over four years since Baltimore band Lower Dens released their 2015 LP 'Escape From Evil'. Whilst these days a four year gap might as well be a decade, the group will drop their new album 'The Competition' on September 6th via Domino Records. Described as a pop album that touches on the political climate, Lower Dens have also unveiled a video for the song 'Young Republicans', which is the lead single from the upcoming record. Directed by Raul Gonzo, there are clips portraying the acts of absurdity of a young man and woman who are born into privilege with no care of worries for others. Shot in a retro style, Lower Dens singer Jana Hunter constantly pops up next to them before becoming their victim.
Shannon Hemmett is the epitome of what it means to be a multifacted artist. Not only is she a musician and singer in one of the most revered post-punk bands in the scene, ACTORS, but also operating in the field as a creative director, graphic designer, photographer and filmmaker, she has become an industry mainstay. As a painter, her work has sold in multiple countries, and now she can add tattooer to her list of credentials. Factor in her effortless style and what you get is an overall powerhouse who reigns at every discipline.
Shannon Hemmett is the epitome of what it means to be a multifacted artist. Not only is she a musician and singer in one of the most revered post-punk bands in the scene, ACTORS, but also operating in the field as a creative director, graphic designer, photographer and filmmaker, she has become an industry mainstay. As a painter, her work has sold in multiple countries, and now she can add tattooer to her list of credentials. Factor in her effortless style and what you get is an overall powerhouse who reigns at every discipline.
Chromatics have shared an unreleased cover version of the Hole track 'Petals'. Dreamy and gorgeously atmospheric, the song was featured in the Netflix movie 'The Perfection', starring Allison Williams. As good as the song is, our one gripe with it is that it's literally under 2 minutes in length.
Back in 2017, Australian outfit jade imagine released their debut EP 'What The Fuck Was I Thinking' on Courtney Barnett's Milk! Records. A lush combo of art-pop, indie and more, the group left fans yearning for a full-length. Whilst there is still no indicator of exactly when that will happen, jade imagine have unveiled a new song and video titled 'Big Old House'. Directed by James Thomson and Jade McInally, the retro shot vid features the band randomly enjoying things like swimming and flying discs.
