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Below the Waste is the eclectic, arresting third album from London trio Goat Girl. In writing this album, the band found themselves striving for a greater authenticity in relationships, to find the truth beneath the facades. That sense of searching and vulnerability underlies each of these prismatic, gorgeous songs, whether the band is going angsty and indie on "ride around" or downbeat and dreamy on "motorway." The songs run the gamut from gritty rock 'n' roll to enveloping synth-led motorik to wistful folk. Below the Waste is exquisite and deeply moving. More

Fabiana Palladino's self-titled debut is a lush, bold affair. The London-based musician traffics in the epic soundscapes, grand emotions, and irresistible choruses of '80s R&B and pop. The production is glossy and glittering, the feelings raw, relatable, and very real. Palladino emerges on this debut as a force of nature, a name to watch. Heartbreak never sounded so good. More

Eyedress, the Nom d'artiste of Filipino musician Idris Ennolandy Vicuña returns with his third album, Let's Skip To the Wedding . His first album after relocating to Los Angeles features the TikTok hits "Romantic Lover" and the Joy-Division-inspired "Jealous." Eyedress layers jangly guitars and stream-of-consciousness lyrics, creating a fusion of brooding indie rock and moody bedroom synthpop. In a perfect balance, Let's Skip to the Wedding at times sounds polished and well-produced, and at others resembles a homemade demo recording. More

The new self-titled album from Dr. Dog is a masterpiece. This is the band at their best, crafting psych and country-tinged indie rock rich with wistful, captivating, deeply affecting moments. The choruses are lonesome and lovely, the guitarwork sometimes languid and intimate, sometimes rollicking and transportive. An album guaranteed to thaw even the coldest of hearts, these tracks articulate the inarticulable in the way only the best songs can. More

After a lengthy struggle related to sampling issues, hip-hop pioneers De La Soul are making their back catalog available to fans once again. In celebration, their 1989 debut 3 Feet High And Rising is getting the reissue treatment. Produced by Prince Paul, the album was hugely influential and commercially successful; even all these decades later, the group sounds as fresh as ever. A vital release for fans of the genre, it's a great time to rediscover 3 Feet High And Rising , or share the love with the next generation of heads More

Dawes does it again. Oh Brother is warm and grounded, packed with easy-to-love tracks that run the gamut from ultra catchy, country-inflected rock to downbeat, moody ballads. The band explores the everyday anxiety and uplift of being alive in 2024 — at times with a tongue firmly planted in cheek, at others with a darker, more contemplative approach. This is an album that'll make you laugh out loud at Kanye references, relate to the longing for a good house party, and marvel at the strange journey of getting older, but not necessarily wiser. Oh Brother will hit all the right notes for fans, and should win over some new ones, too. More

Finally,  Born Again ,   the lost 2004 album from rapper Jemini and legendary producer Danger Mouse, has seen the light of day. Lush production and hard-hitting beats from Danger Mouse, combined with dynamic rhymes from Jemini are the peanut butter and jelly of this hidden jewel of an album – a perfect pairing. No frills, no guest features, just a very dynamic duo putting lightning in a bottle, and twenty years later we got the release it deserves. More

Provocative post-punk band Cumgirl8 make their long-awaited album debut with The 8th Cumming . Synth-wave and industrial influences buoy the band’s lyrics on cyberfeminism, technology, the future, and the relationship between machines and humankind. Kicking off with the upbeat, spacey “Karma Police,” the album delivers strong melodies in a delightfully experimental, irreverent setting. More

Pro Era collective rapper/producer Chuck Strangers delivers his second solo album, featuring guest turns by The Alchemist, Joey Bada$$, Erick the Architect, Obii Say, and Remy Banks. The atmosphere here harkens back to the ‘90s without sounding outdated or derivative. With subtle, minimalist backgrounds, he offers introspective lyrics on topics like love, New York, and hip-hop itself. More

The first solo career retrospective for the dapper Roxy Music frontman includes favorite tracks from his extensive catalog plus rarities, covers, outtakes, B-sides, and more. It also features a new track that is a collaboration with Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross: A funky, electro song called “Star” feat. Amelia Barratt. The covers include his 1973 New Wave-y take on Bob Dylan’s “A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall” and an elegant new cover of Dylan’s “She Belongs To Me.” It’s the perfect collection for fans of the consummate singer/songwriter. More

Take a trip back to the '80s and the birth of hip-hop, and you'll find Afrika Bambaataa & Soul Sonic Force there at the beginning. The release of Planet Rock and its creative use of Kraftwerk samples and electro grooves made it one of the foundational pillars of hip-hop. Almost four decades later, Planet Rock is celebrated with a fresh remaster and reissue. More

Gillian Welch and David Rawlings have created an absolute stunner of an album with Woodland . This is some of the most gripping, evocative, and moving Americana in years. Of course, Welch and Rawlings are eminently gifted artists, but perhaps some of the album's power is due to its source of inspiration. Named after the duo's Woodland Sound Studios in Nashville, TN where it was recorded, the album is imbued with the deep love, devastation, hope, and renewal that mirrors their experience of rebuilding the studio after it was destroyed in a tornado four years ago. Woodland the album holds the beauty and terror of existence in its tender hands, a record of resilience, belief, and emotional connection in the midst of trying times. More

Allman Brothers guitarist and Gov’t Mule founder Warren Haynes has released his first solo album since 2015. With plenty of blues and soul plus some feel-good jamming, Million Voices Whisper is an emotional, uplifting album. “Go Down Swinging” is a solidly catchy, positive track emphasized by horn blasts and Haynes’ strong, husky vocals. Elsewhere, the bluesy rocker “Day of Reckoning” is an affecting call to arms, reminding listeners of the power of the people. More

Indie folk-rock duo The Oh Hellos have released a new collection of Christmas songs to celebrate the tenth anniversary of their first holiday EP. Volume II offers six lovely tracks that evoke a pleasantly melancholy atmosphere. There are elegant covers of tracks like "Christmas Time Is Here (A Charlie Brown Christmas)," but the traditional Welsh tune "Gower Wassail" is the highlight here, luring listeners toward the fire with its medieval melody, before ending with a swelling, euphoric outro. More

The Linda Lindas prove once again that they are one of the coolest, most rock 'n' roll bands in music today. On No Obligation , the band serves up scathing punk and irresistible power pop, informed by riot grrrl, indie rock, new wave, post-punk, and garage. The Linda Lindas set the tone right out the gate with the title track, a blistering basement punk jam, before somehow seamlessly shifting to a gorgeous yet gritty, droll and catchy mode via "All in My Head." As the album progresses, the energy never stops, with the band joyfully experimenting (and succeeding) with genre after genre. No Obligation is a thoroughly enjoyable, full-speed-ahead odyssey through underground rock 'n' roll. More

The latest outing from The Smile will get under your skin. Cutouts is haunting and compelling, with some melodic flourishes and vocal lines that'll leave you breathless. The songs simmer with the pent-up intensity that bubbles beneath the surface of this enjoyably unpredictable listen. At times the vibe is moody, atmospheric, devastatingly beautiful. At others, the band leans into motorik, tightly-wound melodies and percussion that'll sweep listeners up into a frenetic, dynamic mirror of contemporary 24/7 culture. The members of The Smile all have impeccable track records for creating affecting, unforgettable songs and Cutouts ranks among their best. More

The latest from Being Dead is just ridiculously good. On Eels , the Austin rockers deliver a delightfully unpredictable, totally intoxicating collection of songs that effortlessly segues from downcast post-punk to near-dreampop. Dark and light frolic hand-in-hand through these arresting, devastatingly lovely tracks. Gleefully experimental and unafraid to swim through the shadows, Eels is a must-hear. More

The third album from indie folk singer/songwriter Christian Lee Hutson was inspired by his move from L.A. to NYC, and the welcome new perspective he gained. Featuring collaborations with artists like Phoebe Bridgers (“Flamingos”) - who also produced the record - and Maya Hawke (“Carousel Horses”), Paradise Pop. 10 offers gentle introspection and a relatable wistfulness. Highlights include the shimmering ballad “After Hours” and the lively closing track “Beauty School,” featuring Katy Kirby. More

Punk rock icons The Descendents may have released Milo Goes to College in 1982, but after 1987's All , singer Milo Auckerman actually went to college for biochemistry. Everything Sucks marked his return to the band, who would then go dormant again until 2004. Returning with a more streamlined sound and glossier coat of paint, Everything Sucks was met with mixed reactions at the time, but has been well-embraced over the years, marking this as a '90s pop-punk classic. More

Suki Waterhouse's Memoir of a Sparklemuffin is a dream of an album. The multi-talented Waterhouse (as referenced in the song title "Model, Actress, Whatever") proves once again that she is a musical force to be reckoned with on this pastel-hued garage rock collection informed by elements of post-punk, '60s rock 'n' roll, and moody indie pop. Recorded in the last two months of her pregnancy, Waterhouse named the album after a particularly colorful spider (with a particularly ridiculous moniker) that she saw as a gritty, fabulous, and amusing metaphor for metamorphosis. It'll all make sense once you take a listen — these songs are sparkling and vivacious, with a relatable, droll world view. More