#NewMusicReleases

[thegothicarchitecture]

Track Reviews (Aug 22 -> 29)

Best

Armand Hammer, billy woods, E L U C I D, JPEGMAFIA - Woke Up and Asked Siri How I'm Gonna Die

As somebody who enjoys JPEGMAFIA's production immensely this song is an absolute treat. JPEGMAFIA handles production while E L U C I D and billy woods take the center stage with lyrics and delivery.

The highlight here is billy woods' verse, which has some clever wordplay involving steak and raw meat and some equally inventive rhyme-schemes (e.g. "brain fog" and "chainsaw"). However, billy's verse is as descriptive and immersive as it is technically advanced (reminiscent of his work on Maps earlier this year), and this alone sets him apart from other rappers who only focus on technical ability. Good shit.

Meh

Earl Sweatshirt, MIKE - Sentry

Earl Sweatshirt comes back with a pretty standard song aping the minimalist charm of Some Rap Songs and Feet of Clay. The Alchemist beat contains a stripped down, repetitive loop not dissimilar to that on Shattered Dreams, but Earl's pen game leaves a lot of room for improvement.

I say this as a fervent Earl Sweatshirt defender, who loved every album and EP up through Feet of Clay, but his underwhelming return with SICK! left a bad taste in my mouth. Maybe I began noticing the cracks in his facade, as his esoteric style of rapping and the symbolism in his lyrics started to feel more lazy than despondent and reflective.

MIKE's verse felt more substantive upon the first few listens, but between the two rappers there are very few quotables or memorable moments on this cut. The full project has been released as an NFT, which also isn't the best look in 2023. Still I'll save my judgement until I hear the project in its entirety.

Jake the Underdog, Glitch Gum - FRIEND REQUEST

Glitch Gum's style of hyperpop infused pop punk is beginning to sound less novel and cutting edge and more like a rehash of 2000s pop punk. This song would fit snugly on an early Wonder Years record, as the synth lead and power chord guitar riffs are as saccharine as anything you'd hear off of Get Stoked on It!

If Glitch Gum wants to work within the confines of the genre that's not a bad idea on paper, I absolutely adore the Get Up Kids and Motion City Soundtrack and they have somewhat similar styles. The distinction for me is that Justin Pierre and Matt Pryor are much better lyricists. The nasal vocal affectation used and the cheeky lyrics consisting solely of video game references do absolutely nothing for me on this song. Maybe it'll do more for you.

Worst

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[staringintothedeep]

I’d really appreciate it if you PreSaved my new Indie Pop Rock song🧡🥹🎸

[johnalisha88]

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[foodstars]

I write down the music I like while journaling. #journals #newmusicrelease 💞

[erizanbatista]

This is beautiful!! Enjoy the new release by the awesome @lydiaplain !!

[clickyourradio]

Riiver Brukes has been making waves her way. Scottish-born and currently Canadian, Riiver Brukes is a prime example of natural raw talent. Her unusual gritty and soulful voice brings a powerful edge to some amazing hook-laden songs and is influenced by a broad spectrum of genres and artists, but especially her passion for jazz and Blues. Rising through a foundation built from various bands including pop band Cicero, Edinburgh’s very own Riiver Brukes releases her first solo album, ‘Reformed Soul’. Music that oozes nothing less than the attitude, character and soul of this Scottish Lassie.

[pulseintlradio]

Hello music lovers and radio listeners! It's almost time for the incredibly talented Marshella Muzic, with her passionate voice, to present The Marshella Muzic Show. This week, as per usual, we play another selection of Marshella's top songs of the week. Please join us on WPUR PULSE INT'L RADIO. The Listening Experience begins at 12 PM EST/5 PM UK time today.

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[cristianloft]

Incredibly thrilled and excited to announce the release of INFATUATION!!! It’s done, and uploaded to all stores, it’s been a long time coming but APRIL 14th will be the release of the album… most singles have been released but all songs have been remixed and mastered for a new experience plus the addition of two musical pieces not yet heard.. it’s finally here, INFATUATION SZN is upon us. I’ve said it many times but this is not a drill, it’s done. Also I’m releasing another album soon, be on the lookout. I’m back like I never left. 🖤@suitorsmiami has released the official merchandise on their website so make sure to check those out… and pick up the uniform. I’m overcome with joy. This era is done. INTIMACY IS NEXT. So much more to come. Thank you for your reply patience. Thank you for listening Love you 💕 #miamimusicweek #infatuation #theloft #nowplaying #alternative #musicrelease #newmusic #music #spotify #musician #musicproducer #newrelease #songwriter #newmusicalert #indiemusic #applemusic #singer #newmusicrelease #newmusicfriday #artist #recordlabel #release #soundcloud #singlerelease #albumart #albumdrop #recordingartist (at Miami, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqZTqZqNPUn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[daghostpack]

@deadboi.walking X @fluffylissa with @prodbyblossomuk and @thekidgokuofficial definitely worth a listen LinkInBio #musicrelease #newmusic #music #spotify #musician #musicproducer #newrelease #songwriter #newmusicalert #musicvideo #indiemusic #applemusic #singer #newmusicrelease #newmusicfriday #artist #recordlabel #release #hiphop #soundcloud #singlerelease #newsingle #recordingartist #newsong #electronicmusic #producer #singersongwriter #rapper #independentmusic #newartist https://www.instagram.com/p/CoaLvPAp7Vp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thegothicarchitecture]

Track Reviews (Aug 14 -> 21)

Best

undescores - Old money bitch

The narrative on this song really beats out any competition. The nuanced portrayal of an obscenely privileged little princess who wants punk cred, one who shoplifts and dyes her own hair to fit in. I love that this titular "Old Money Bitch" is not an effigy to privilege, but rather a somewhat layered character who feels overshadowed by their parents accomplishments while perpetually unable to escape and live a normal life. Her frivolous and misguided attempts to fit in make her stand out more as an untouchable little shit, and the ambiguity about underscores relationship to the character (as a purely fictional character study, somebody they knew irl or a self insert) in a World that wants to tear down "industry plants" makes the song's dance with danger one worth exploring across numerous listens.

awakebutstillinbed - airport

Admittedly, the mix on this song isn't perfect. However, I have to recognize the amazing songwriting and lyrics. This song is raw as hell, and Shannon Taylor can still scream like a banshee murdering her fears. The lyrics at the end about not recognizing yourself hit me hard, maybe I can relate more to them than I'd like to admit. Overall, this heart wrenching little song was one of my favorites this week, and I'm eagerly awaiting this new album!

Meh

The Menzingers - Hope is a Dangerous Little Thing

The Menzingers have a tendency to sound a bit constipated on their more anthemic tracks (looking at you "America (You're Freaking Me Out)"), but the band also tends to shine when writing simpler songs. The concept on this track is broad but very relatable, and it's not hampered by some generic-as-Muse political gesturing. Hope is a dangerous thing indeed.

blackwinterwells, FloodDubs - Glass Cannon

This newest song from blackwinterwells sounds pretty dry and faceless, as if to be buried in a playlist with thousands of similar songs. I guess I'm not surprised the sound and structure of 2012 dubstep is coming back in 2023, I just wish blackwinterwells incorporated this signature sound with their own (and didn't eschew personality).

Eyedress, Mac DeMarco - The Dark Prince

Zzzz....

Worst

The Streets - Too Much Yayo

It's been diminishing returns for the Streets since Original Pirate Material, but this is a new low. The farty synth and drill 808s make for a strange instrumental, and the horrible singing makes this a worst song of the year contender for me. Mike Skinner, lay off the yayo.

[hbauklohwav]

Listen/purchase: Shot & Go by H.Baukloh

[alexanderkariotis]

NYC request. Penn Station Karaoke Queen. "Don't Stop Me Now# #queen #dontstopmenow #freddiemercury

from Alexander Kariotis https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPsE4JwxFCA

[spectranoir]

Let the music consume you.

[clickyourradio]