Label: Merge Records RIYL: Cass McCombs, Wilco FCC: Clean Powerful vocals and instrumentals of increasing intensity come together to create this soft-rock dad jam. The Clientele evokes a feeling of nostalgia mixed with surprising twists that come towards the end of the song. Very cool listen!

Label: Asthmatic Kitty RIYL: Ethan Gruska, Bright Eyes, Whitney, Bon Iver FCC: Clean This single from April 2023 is an instant classic indie love song. Reminiscent of 2010 heartbreak anthems, this song is slow, melancholy, and tugs at your heartstrings. Definitely take a listen!

Label: Shag on a Rock Records RIYL: Matthiew Boogaerts, Orlando Weeks FCC: CLEAN Focus: 2 This 2023 French-electronic-techno-jazz album is an immersive experience that explores new genres and connects cultures. The three songs on this single release all tie together perfectly and tell an interesting story. It’s very upbeat and the instrumentals take over in a […]

Label: Mute Records RIYL: Grover Washington Jr., Herbie Hancock, Snarky Puppy FCC: Clean Focus: 3, 5 A Certain Ratio’s newest album explores the experimental side of jazz-funk. Heavy on a unique mix of electronic instrumentals and traditional brass, “1982” features female vocalist Ellen Beth Abdi on several songs, introducing a higher and flowier sound. The […]