Music

ManDancing have made the leap, the leap from “I’ll throw this on” to “I can’t turn this off.” To put it bluntly, The Good Sweat is a masterpiece.

These albums are likely to be remembered as quiet titans, drawing little attention because they know they don't need to. Eric details why in this review.

The tracks on ALIAS would feel apt if played during a party scene in a film. Bineet writes about what makes this release exciting.

Jami spoke with Topshelf Records' staff about their openness to releasing work spanning across an array of genres, curating their label to make it easier for fans to find new music and more.

A personable new post-punk album from Hypoluxo, the latest emo-gaze banger from Clearbody, and a wildly great b-sides collection from Mighty were among our staff's favorites from last week. Check out all 14 new releases that we deem 'must-hear':

Hyperpop duo food house might occasionally bring up struggles with identity or depression, but the primary vibe they give off is unencumbered confidence. Take a listen and read Eric's review.

The latest song from the Philly chillwave artist RNIE is imbued with the peaceful weariness of a long car trip. Take a listen to it here.

Transatlantic Trawler is a monthly column where Conor Mackie writes about five bands from mainland Europe that he cannot get enough of. This month includes melodic punk from France, screamo from Finland, and Austrian alt-club bangers.

An out-and-out screamo record underscored by emo, Record Setter reinvented their sound once again on 'I Owe You Nothing.' Zac reviews.

Today, Can't Swim released "Casey" which is a dramatic change of sound for the band and a sign of what's to come on their December EP. Lead vocalist Chris LoPorto spoke with Michelle about their experimentation, influences, and pushing back against people's expectations.

Stream the new single from dreampop/shoegaze band Cathedral Bells

Compared to Floating Room's previous work, the songs on 'Tired and True' sound fuller, more vivacious, and more imposing. Eric reviews the EP.