Moaning

Moaning is a band defined by its duality. The abrasive, post punk trio comprised of Sean Solomon, Pascal Stevenson, and Andrew MacKelvie, began nearly a decade after the three met in L.A.’s DIY music scene. Their impassioned debut album comes born out of the member’s experiences with love and distress, creating a sound uniquely dark … read more ➜

CCFX, new EP from Olympia, Washington Indie Rock Outfit

Olympia, Washington outfit CCFX has already garnered some nice media coverage from Pitchfork (7.5 rating) and NPR Music. CCFX is a new group resulting from a merger between two Olympia pop music outfits; CC Dust and Trans FX. On their debut self-titled EP, artists Chris McDonnell, Mirče Popovic, Mary Jane Dunphe and David Jaques offer … read more ➜

New Zealand’s Salad Boys to release new album ‘This Is Glue’

Christchurch, New Zealand’s Salad Boys are back with “This Is Glue”, the follow up to their critically acclaimed 2015 debut album “Metalmania”. Recorded once again by bandleader/guitarist Joe Sampson at his home studio, This Is Glue’s twelve songs dig deeper, with sharper hooks embedded deep within a more mature musicality. This Is Glue, released by Trouble In Mind … read more ➜

Juliana Hatfield “Hey Babe” 25th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue Pre-Order

American Laundromat Records has announced the 25th anniversary reissue of Juliana Hatfield’s “Hey Babe”. It’s available for pre-order now.   “We cannot be more excited to reissue Juliana Hatfield’s debut album “Hey Babe” on vinyl to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. We took great care to have our friend and long-time collaborator, Sean Glonek at SRG … read more ➜

Selmer

Selmer is a new band from Oslo, Norway. Recommended if you like Tame Impala or Unknown Mortal Orchestra. facebook soundcloud

Fazerdaze

Fazerdaze is the shoegaze/dream pop project of Amelia Murray, of Wellington, New Zealand. She released her debut self-titled EP in October 2014, recording it entirely in her bedroom studio in Auckland. With the help of multi-instrumentalist, Jonathan Pearce, who mastered the release, she created a dream-pop sound, using electric guitars and effect pedals. Morningside, the debut album, was … read more ➜

The Beatles seminal Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band 50th Anniversary Edition, A Must Have?

It’s 2017 and it’s been 50 years since The Beatles released Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. They are releasing a newly remixed 50th-anniversary edition. Is it worth it? Giles Martin, George Martin’s son, discusses it here with Bob Boilen on NPR, with excellent original mono, hastily produced original stereo, and now 50th-anniversary edition audio … read more ➜

My Bloody Valentine’s Kevin Shields discusses the new Loveless all-analog vinyl release and compromises

Pitchfork interviewed Kevin Shields and they discussed the soon to be released all-analog Loveless vinyl release, his hearing changes through the years, and the new My Bloody Valentine album they are working on (to be released in 2018). Regarding the decision to press a single disc instead of a double LP: I wanted it to actually … read more ➜

Pumarosa releases debut album The Witch

Pumarosa (London) singer  and guitarist Isabel Munoz-Newsome met drummer Nicholas Owen when the pair turned up for rehearsals for a new project at a rundown pub in Homerton. No one else turned up and they decided to form a punk duo instead, and began writing material and rehearsing. After they moved their outfit to a warehouse in Manor House, … read more ➜

Catherine Wheel’s Chrome Is Available For Pre-Order

Catherine Wheel’s 2nd album, Chrome, is available for pre-order from recordstore.co.uk. It’s being released by Music On Vinyl which we posted about earlier here. • 180 Gram Audiophile Vinyl • Includes Insert • First Pressing Of 1,500 Numbered Copies On Silver Vinyl Pre-order from recordstore.co.uk while available. Amazon has it listed here, release date Sept. … read more ➜

Kwikset Premis smartlock review

Control your Kwikset Premis lock from your Apple device either at home or on the road. Did you remember to lock the door? Who is coming and going from your house? What if I need to let someone in while I’m not there? When did the kids get home? You’ve managed important aspects of life … read more ➜

Tips & Tricks for Surviving After Shoulder Surgery

I live alone so some of these may not apply to you but most should be helpful. As with anything, follow your doctor’s orders. It’s been four months since I had my right shoulder repaired due to a SLAP tear. Mine was caused by years of volleyball and overhand sports. I read a lot of information … read more ➜