Nana Lourdes, the project of Portuguese artist Adriana Caldas de Barros, has finally unveiled her debut with the release of her concept album Wyoming. Intersecting everything from her fascination with American pop and celebrity culture (and the toxic ways it takes hold of us) to her unbridled infatuation with the landscape aura of a midwest […]

This week’s recommended new albums of the week feature Allison Russel, Current Joys, KALI, Luna Li and TEKE::TEKE. From country melodies to addictive indie pop and Japanese psych rock with a lovely folk twist — press play on all 5 albums this week. You won’t be disappointed. Also: stream new albums from Moon, Unitfp, Sinéad […]

It’s almost a new year, and there’s a surplus of albums to be released. From Sleater-Kinney to Run The Jewels, Beach House, Savages and more — below you will find 16 highly anticipated albums to be excited for in 2015. Some bands and artists have already released new tracks. Check them all out below and […]

She has a voice that just swallows you whole, she’s humble (met her at Sasquatch!), and a classic beauty. If you’re still not acquainted with the the Brooklyn singer-songwriter, Sharon Van Etten, we highly recommend you get to know her beautiful and heartfelt music. Don’t worry, it’s not the kind of singer-songwriter jams that put […]

The weekend is finally here and we’ve gathered the best album streams from all depths of the internet for you to give your undivided attention. Whether you’re relaxing outdoors or doing a month’s worth of laundry, stream these five albums below to refresh those ears with some great indie tunes. Below you can stream new […]

Try it before you buy it! Here’s our Friday round-up of recommended new albums you can stream before their release dates. While you gear up for the weekend, bookmark this page so you can listen to the following albums while you hang around your house, clean, or go for a ride. 1. The Pack A.D — […]

A couple days ago we posted the promo video for the Black Keys’ upcoming album, El Camino. Today we’ve received a few more interesting tidbits on their highly anticipated release such as their El Camino track listing and album cover art! This sure ain’t no fancy album cover, but definitely provides some laughs on the aesthetics alone. Produced by Danger Mouse and […]

Back in July, the Black Keys announced a few details about their soon-to-be-release seventh studio album. Now the men have released the album title: El Camino. It is set for a Dec. 6 release via Nonesuch. Aside from making some of the best music ever, the Keys have some pretty comedic personalities and sometimes let […]

The other day I was thinking that The Black Keys were due for another BLAKROC album. Not to mention, Dan Auerbach is due for another solo album as well. Considering the Keys are the hardest working guys in the music biz with all their relentless tours, albums and numerous side projects, it came as no […]

UPDATE: King of Limbs is out officially today, Feb. 18, 2011 (digitally). You can stream the entire full album via, um, KROQ (yeah, I know … ) here. Radiohead is bringing forth a new album titled The King Of Limbs. Unlike their previous release for In Rainbows, this new LP comes at a fixed price […]

Photo: Wei Shi “Rock & Roll Mountain Troll,” “Egyptian Robe,” “Lolita,” “Coyote Enchantment” these are the names of my favorite things …  and also titles of songs on the new Miniature Tigers album “Fortress.” The album starts with the magical tingly sounds of the song “Mansion of Misery”… damn this is some happy go lucky […]

New York outfit School of Seven Bells (SVIIB ) are still one of the firmest examples of the electro-tinged, shoegaze-soaked dreampop that’s (still) permeating the blogosphere. Started as a then side-project from Benjamin Curtis of The Secret Machines and identical twins Alejandra and Claudia Deheza (of On! Air! Library! if you remember), SVIIB debut “Alpinisms” […]

Photo: Brandon Lee With some cooing lazy vocals driven by a fun Tetris-like electro beat, New York indie rockers, Miniature Tigers are about to explode with their new album “Fortress.” With the album coming at you July 27 by way of Modern Art Records, the boys are offering up a free download of their teaser […]

Looks like Sigur Ros,’ Jónsi Birgisson has been keeping busy this year with all sorts of projects. First he started an ethereal ambient collaboration with his boyfriend Alex Sommers titled Jónsi & Alex. Now the Icelandic talent, know for his use of a cello bow on guitar and his enchanting falsetto is going solo. Jónsi […]

The Aliens’ (Featuring Ex-Beta Band Members) Release “Sitting On A Toadstool”, FREE Non-Album track! The Aliens’ (Featuring Ex-Beta Band Members) are about to release their delightful new LP “Luna” this Oct. 20. off Birdman Records. I’ve been listening to all 13 songs and 70 splendid minutes of “Luna” for the past couple months and can’t […]

This week brings us a slew of fresh tunes. Check out what’s hot and what’s not! “Live From Home” by Shudder to Think Apparently its been more than 20 years since Shudder to Think released their first single. I can honestly say I’ve never listened to this band hailing from the post-hardcore days of punk. […]

Transcending colorful fields of musical genres, don’t expect to hear an album full of the same indie pop and melodic hooks that Yo La Tengo has put out in the past. As their twelfth studio album, Yo La Tengo has stepped it up a huge notch and has dropped jaws in all the best ways […]

Tour time! From Europe to the US, looks like Canada’s Sunset Rubdown is about to embark on a jam-packed tour. Fresh off the press with their storybook-like new album “Dragonslayer,” Sunset Rubdown will be touring with both the Elfin Saddle and the Witchies. Pick your dates wisely, this will be a gig you won’t want to […]

“Dragonslayer” by Sunset Rubdown – Wolf Parades’s co-frontmant/keyboardist, Spencer Krug has been keeping his musical pallet full with a colorful variety of bands. From the more widely known Wolf Parade, to Swan Lake, and Frog Eyes, his most active side project Sunset Rubdown has put out its fourth album “Dragon Slayer.” With his unique voice, […]

“Kitsune Maison 7” by Various Artists– The latest compilation from the French techno label features remixes of Phoenix, Autokratz, La Roux, and more. I love listening to music in different languages, especially when it doesn’t come off as some joke for pure amusement. Naturally I love track three, a remix of Phoenix’s “Lisztomania” (CLASSIXX Version). […]