This five LP box set is an imperative restoration and chronicle of Tsunami’s effusive, brightly burning legacy.

Branson Anderson’s music takes on major influences from Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and the White Stripes to bring the public something pleasantly unique. Based out of Salt Lake City and originally from Logandale, Nevada, he recently quit his truck driving/mechanic job to pursue music full time.

Andy Hanson is an Americana singer-songwriter from Eau Claire, WI who writes real songs for a reeling world. The music Andy is inspired to write walks a fine line between melancholy and empathy, all the while emphasizing fierce originality. Throughout all aspects of his writing and performing, Andy Hanson embodies the belief that life is hard but music can help.

Jazz quartet The Bad Plus continues its aggressive evolution on its latest album_Complex Emotions_.

As a mum who fuses home educating her son and an active passionate singer-songwriter, Blenko, aka Rebecca Simmonds, marks a notable presence in the modern digital age of the music industry. Formerly the frontwoman of Anna’s Bones, Blenko is set to release her own unique eclectic blend of emotions and experiences with the debut EP, Rebecca, this November.

J. Radøy, aka Papa J, the main producer and beats architect, lays the foundational grooves, setting the stage for M. Hovden, aka Tidal Water, who co-produces, writes, and delivers the lyrics. One of the upcoming singles, “Papa J’s Digital Stereo Noise,” serves as Hovden’s humble ode to Papa J’s unique musical approach and the dynamic synergy of our duo. Together, they infuse each track with a distinct identity. Jim Lehner from Tristeza & Tidal Water contributes live drum elements to some tracks and has composed and produced the synth track “Miami.”

West coast psychedelic rock outfit Tombstones In Their Eyes presents their new single ‘In Your Eyes’, the final single from their Asylum Harbour album, out November 19 via Kitten Robot Records, an album that pulls past the pain, numbness and chaos reflected on their previous album Sea of Sorrow.

Liverpool-based The Wood presents their debut single ‘Thornside Walk’, a song of hope, redemption and eventual triumph, and the second taste of the duo’s debut Days album, out on November 22 via Riverdream Records.

Judas Goat and the Bellwether is the love child of Pete Vincent, a multi-instrumentalist from Yeovil and Sara Vian, a singer/songwriter from Frome; described as indie-rock alchemy, transforming leaden woes into sonic gold with sweet, melancholic riffs, moody basslines & powerful, nuanced vocal performances with luscious harmonies.

London-based four-piece blending industrial, goth rock, shoegaze, and post-punk to create heavy, dreamy soundscapes, woven through with introspective lyrics which explore the darker side of human nature. Each member comes from a different country with their own background and musical projects – they found their common playground in The Silent Era by drenching instruments in distortion and reverb and exploring various aspects of alt rock.

Citizens of YEAH! are actually a citizen of Newcastle upon Tyne (U.K.) The citizen was active in the Peterborough music scene in the late 90s , but lockdown revived a dormant passion for writing, recording, and producing music.

“After my last album Tiny Injuries was released in 2023, I could feel myself slowly emerging from the dark cave of grief. Some days I would feel more positive and excited about things, but then other days I would take ten steps back and be right back there. I desperately want to change, to feel okay, and there is also a side of me that wants to hold onto the sadness. Sometimes holding onto the sadness of loss is the only thing that keeps that person around, and I struggle with the fear of forgetting them. All the songs on _Good Times for a Change”_feel like meditations on being somewhere in between the willingness to let go, and the desire to hold on… a time capsule of the internal dialogue I have with myself everyday.”

The band put everything they had into their catchy, well-written songs, playing a classic rock & roll style like they invented it and couldn’t wait to show it off.

Mark Montijo began playing original material in clubs and festivals in the mid-1960s. During an era when folk music was melding with topical rock and roll, his influences included then-unknown singer/songwriters like Jackson Browne, Tom Waits, and JD Souther, who played the same West Coast listening clubs that he did at the time. Mark performed both as a solo artist and with bands before leaving the music scene to do other stuff.

The new single from Rocky Bottom, “Scary Movies” is a love letter to horror movies and how they can be compared to everyday life. It comes via the Nashville-based artist’s upcoming full-length album.

With their latest ep Dark Passengers, King In Yellow’s music is a testament to their journey of self-discovery and sonic exploration. The EP draws inspiration from influences like The Smiths, Bauhaus, Sisters of Mercy, and more, delving into themes of alienation and loss. Tracks like “Lucid Dream” pay homage to ’80s new wave and horror, while the title track “Dark Passengers” meditates on feelings of depression and grief. With upcoming shows in Binghamton, NYC, and Hudson, King In Yellow invites listeners on an exhilarating sonic adventure, promising an innovative and soul-stirring musical experience.

After 17 electric singles and 3 high voltage EP releases, Electric High’s first fully charged album is finally here! Colorful White Lies is out Friday, September 27th. Available on LP, CD and streaming, through Apollon Records.

Born to loving and caring parents of Yemen ancestry, Doron Karavani was raised during childhood years in Israel. As of pacifist nature, he made a decision not to join the I.D.F., left for India at the early age of 17, and as a free bird, fell in love with traveling, exploring, associating, and making friends with people of all nations.

After November 5, roughly half the country can console themselves with the soothing sounds of this accessible jazz soundtrack from the 1972 Peanuts cartoon.

North Carolina’s Stray Owls have a sort of broken sound but, wait… I mean that as a compliment. There is a certain reticence in their rock, a raw imperfect perfection, street smarts and a tendency to like things that feel a bit off. Just listen to Words that have a kind of crashing sound of Pixies and Miracle Legion blended together. A heavy but sort of tender 90’s College rock tone. Folk rock chords played punk style with jagged lead lines that stray so far from anything Jimmy Page could even imagine. – American Pancake

After a whirlwind summer performing at iconic festivals like Glastonbury and Camp Bestival, The Barefoot Bandit return with their highly anticipated new single, ‘Purple Paradise,’ feat. Shniece. The track offers an irresistible blend of pop-reggae, dub, and chill island vibes, continuing the band’s tradition of captivating audiences with their unique fusion of genres.

The now-retired Jarrett and ECM Records leader Manfred Eicher return to those recordings for another scoop.

Fishbone is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1979, the band plays a fusion of ska, punk, funk, metal, reggae, and soul. AllMusic has described the group as “one of the most distinctive and eclectic alternative rock bands of the late ’80s.

South African singer-songwriter Ben Dey releases his latest single, ‘Cait’, a folk-inspired love anthem that beautifully encapsulates the warmth, connection, and joy found in true love. Known for his evocative storytelling and authentic blend of Americana and African folk melodies, Ben’s music resonates deeply with fans who crave music that speaks to the heart.

The Daily Ration is an Italian alternative rock band formed in Milan in the winter of 2021-2022 as part of the wider musical project of the artist SOMA, aka Davide Fortunato8. Soma is the name of the drug taken in small doses by the characters from *Aldous Huxley sci-fi novel Brave New World, which inspired also the band’s name, as The Daily Ration (of music) being a kind of addiction to ensure a better quality of life.

Overall, The Next One is a fantastically adventurous sonic landscape, making it a compelling addition for both fans of the avant-garde and those seeking a fresh musical experience.

The Outer Hebrides’ elusive songsmith, flakebelly, defies genre norms, fusing psychedelic indie rock and acoustic folk-jazz. His sound is an intricate fusion of folk-inspired acoustic warmth, blues-drenched guitar riffs, and ambient, psychedelic textures. Layered with jazz-infused piano melodies and indie rock nuances, his music forms a rich, genre-blurring tapestry that immerses the listener in an experimental and evocative journey. With ‘In Parks Of Tall Trees’ recently playing on Tom Robinson’s BBC 6 Music ‘Introducing Mixtape’, flakebelly’s distinctive songwriting is beginning to build ripples from an avalanche of pebbles.

With his distinctive vocal style and penetrating lyrics, Matthew Squires occupies a unique niche within the realm of indie pop, creating an idiosyncratic sound which has led the prominent Austin music site, Ovrld, to dub him “the best successor to Austin’s late great Daniel Johnston.”

With heartfelt, literary lyrics, and captivating melodies delivered in a soaring tenor range, Splash! brings you musical reflections inspired by philosophy, mysticism, and spiritual practice. His unique warmth provides a balm for your weary soul.

Born in Canada to French parents, Elea lived in Hemmingford until age 5 when her family moved to Dharamsala, India for her father to pursue Tibetan medicine studies. She subsequently spent a few years in the south of France before moving to Bristol, UK at 16 to study music. Releasing a string of singles, “Lust”, “Trigger” and “Sacrifice”, to critical acclaim in her idiosyncratically “towering sound reminiscent of PJ Harvey and Feist”, she was touted as “a millennial Patti Smith”. Albeit being Gen Z, she decided not to correct the journalist for the (hopefully only partly) erroneous compliment.

It’s a genuine mystery why Edwards hasn’t achieved at least Robyn Hitchock or XTC levels of acclaim.

Zebrahead is an Orange County, CA-based pop-punk/alternative rock/rapcore band which was formed in 1996 by vocalist/guitarist Justin Mauriello (formerly of Once There), guitarist Greg Bergdorf (formerly of 409), bassist Ben Osmundson (formerly of 3-Ply), drummer Ed Udhus (formerly of 409), and rapper Ali Tabatabaee.

Wiltshire, UK-based duo Shapes Like People are back with “A New Crown”, the third single from the forthcoming LP ”Ticking Haze” out in March ‘25. Jangle-pop, shoegaze, and Americana wrap this gorgeous, waltzy tune in a warm blanket. More please!

Where Hope Goes, Fear Follows not only represents a culmination of Peck’s artistic journey but also further establishes him as a formidable voice in contemporary electronica.

Shawn Brown has always been a shapeshifter musically, effortlessly weaving together folk, rock, R&B, and roots influences into a sound that’s as emotionally rich as it is sonically adventurous. His music carries an authenticity and vulnerability that instantly connects with listeners, offering a deeply personal, almost confessional tone that never feels forced. Brown’s genre-defying sound is a testament to his eclectic taste and deep roots in soul, R&B, and guitar-driven pop, with a palpable love for the grit and soul of roots rock.

Set to be released on Halloween, Psychedelic Soul & Trash Vol.3 is an amalgamation of styles to create a bubblegum sci-fi/horror, indie pop LP. The use of samples, decks, and instrumentation is nothing new, however, Nick and Luke blend these elements to create classic pop songs with help from several music friends including James Atkin (EMF) and Eliot Foster (Good Cop). Nick Foster describes the album as “a sonic exploration of all the song styles we are influenced by – from Garage Rock, Psychedelia, Soul, Funk, and even a little vocal tribute to the genius that is William Shatner”.

The Wichitas achieve an organic sound without unnecessary embellishments. The electrifying guitars provide a vibrant and enveloping vibe, while the rhythmic bass maintains a precise dynamic that drives each moment of the song.

Maisy’s Rainbow Dream is a punk-pop trio from Oxford, England featuring Tony Higgs (vocals and bass), Julian Richardson (guitar) and Chaz Snell (drums). Veterans of the Oxford music scene who between them have played in dozens of great bands over the years, New Past Times is the debut Maisy’s Rainbow Dream EP which features the singles “Puddles of Madness” and “Cool Kids” alongside EP closer, “Alone”.

The Scarlet Goodbye, labelled “the most unlikely mash-up in Minnesota music history”, is the creative combination of Daniel Murphy and Jeff Arundel.

Industrial Tribute_ is not just a homage; it’s a bold statement that reaffirms their role as innovators in the industrial genre.

Rebecca Aadland’s new album, Stronger Broken, is an eclectic collection of original songs, bridging styles of folk, rock and blues. Her resonant and beautiful vocals infuse this record, which is the culmination of six years in the studio with some of Minnesota’s finest musicians. Stronger Broken was released fifteen years after her debut record. Her lyrics are soulful, sometimes humorous, with themes of getting unstuck, finding love, and wrestling with life’s hardships.

Cashavelly calls the bluff of a societal narrative that seeks to diminish women with age, knowing they often find their full power at the moment they’re written off. Her substantive pop music defies, provokes, and benevolently empathizes, convincing all who listen that the rebirth of a new world is not only possible but already underway. Her latest album, Meditation Through Gunfire, is a bold manifesto, weaving together threads of unflinching personal inquiry, societal critique, and urgent philosophical defiance.

Pianist and composer Andrew Hill was an iconoclast, a remarkable musician who wrote weird, complex, brilliantly melodic pieces and presented them to musicians who knew exactly how to flow in and outside of the tunes.

Husband/wife indie folk/Americana duo writing and recording music together in their home in Metuchen, NJ, in between work, kids, and falling asleep on the couch at 9pm. New album, Two Ghosts, out Dec. 2 on Bright & Barrow Records. Vinyl pre-order live now.

Your Favourite TEQUILA ROCK band!!! Seven Red Lions is an alternative rock band formed in London. With a lineup as diverse as their sound, the band brings together lead singer and guitarist David Lion from Mexico, bassist and vocalist Sara Priegue from Portugal, the drummer Omar Perez representing Venezuela, and Magnus on guitar hailing from Sweden.

Reckless Hallows is the embodiment of heartache, hope, and redemption in the world of alternative indie music. With roots firmly planted in 90s nostalgia, their sound blends the timeless elements of Tom Petty and Elvis Costello with a modern twist reminiscent of The Gaslight Anthem and Hot Water Music. The band’s music is architecturally influenced by The Cure, The Smiths, and Soundgarden, creating a fusion that’s both familiar and refreshingly unique.

Originally from Swindon – where he was a member of the now legendary Aggravators whom supported The Clash on their infamous White Riot tour – he soon moved to London where he co-formed Restaurant For Dogs with Barry Andrews, formerly of XTC; a band which gigged extensively – including a UK tour opening for Robert Fripp – and released various recordings on both Virgin & Polydor.

Blake is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the UK. He began his musical career singing and playing bass in a Joy Division covers band at school. Discovering he could write his own songs, he adopted the moniker ‘Blake’ after his favorite poet, William Blake.

Fringe Frontier’s tunes are fueled by Americana storytelling and gritty guitar hooks. Their music rolls through the back counties of the South up to New York City. Songs from the Wirehouse, their forthcoming LP, was mixed by 2x Grammy-winner and Midlake drummer McKenzie Smith, and mastered by Grammy-nominee Kim Rosen.

Recorded remotely between Scotland and Ireland, Reconnected encapsulates the band’s emotional journey over the past year and a half, reflecting themes of frustration, isolation, and introspection. Tracks like “Escape” and “Restless” delve into the struggles of feeling trapped and battling insomnia, while the title track “Disconnected” explores the dependency on the digital world for connection. With captivating storytelling and raw energy, Packetloss’s debut album is poised to leave a lasting impact on listeners, transcending boundaries and resonating with a diverse audience.