Weekly Faves: New Releases from April Week #3
Our team's new favourite releases from April 13th to 19th.
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4/19/20242 min read
Seeing it Now - swim school (EP)
Genre: alt-rock
Establishing themselves as one of the breakthrough bands of the year, the Scottish band swim school have managed to encapsulate their sound with "Seeing it Now", a stunning track about growth.
Curiosity Killed the Moth - Mothica (Single)
Genre: alt-rock
The second single of her forthcoming album "Kissing Death", "Curiosity Killed The Moth" is a stunning mix of visuals, impeccable vocals, and a truly satisfying instrumental with an impeccable lyricism that makes us eager for the entire album.
Oil & Water - PVRIS (Single)
Genre: alt-pop rock
Crafted by Lyndsey Gunnulfsen, this dynamic track "delves into the complexities of mismatched love and the extraordinary lengths we're willing to go to keep it alive." explained the singer. "I rented a house (which may have been haunted) in Kansas City on two of our off-days and wrote/recorded the music, verse and pre-chorus there…”
Under the Skin - Calva Louise (Single)
Genre: metalcore
Blending anthemic melodies with a raw, aggressive edge, this track highlights the band's mastery of songcraft, featuring standout vocals from Jess Allanic. The chorus shines through the song, as well as the epic end, where the instrumentals build up to create a fascinating rhythm that leaves us with good taste.
Dial Tone (Redial) - Catch Your Breath (Single)
Genre: metalcore, acoustic
Following the success of "Dial Tone" on social media, metalcore band Catch Your Breath delves into their most emotional side with this "Redial" version of the track, where both the instrumentals and vocals become almost haunting in a rendition of the lyricism.
Why Don't I Care? - Bighead Tea Drinkers (Single)
Genre: indie
Brighton's indie-rock quartet, Bighead Tea Drinkers, returns with "Why Don't I Care?", a track about the itchiness of love. The bass shines throughout the song as well as the lyrics, and we're met with highly 80s-reminiscent back vocals towards the end, resulting in a compelling and catchy mix.
The Art of Cruelty - Dal Av, Jackson Rose (Single)
Genre: metalcore
Inspired by horror movies, the newest track by Dal Av and Jackson Rose is a heavy masterpiece with a truly interesting instrumental, a bell spraining throughout the song like a repetitive omen while the screams reach top-notch levels.
Someone Else's Life - The Freakwinces (Single)
Genre: indie rock
The Scottish band The Freakwinces are back with a track that unfolds with haunting vocals and subtle percussion, creating an ethereal ambience that draws you in from the start. From the pulsating basslines to the shimmering synths, it is a catchy song that makes them a band to keep an eye on.
la mantenida - blood club (Single)
Genre: darkwave, post-punk
blood club's new track, "la mantenida", aligns with the ethereal tones of Interpol, the haunting darkness reminiscent of Joy Division, and the enigmatic vibes that only they can capture. Their track embodies a dark and atmospheric post-punk that blends seamlessly with the Spanish lyricism and ethereal vocals.