2025 New Music Thread (2 Viewers)

[squistion]

Enjoying the new Lady Wray album released yesterday . Retro 60’s soul/R&B inspired with gospel influences too. Produced by Leon Michels of Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings.

Cover Girl - Album by Lady Wray | Spotify

Lady Wray · album · 2025 · 11 songs

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Album closer of Calm on YouTube for non-Spotify.

Been a fan of hers for several years. Check out "Come On In" on either the studio version or "Live on KEXP"

 

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Miles Kane - Without You

Kane is channeling Marc Bolan and coming dangerously close to plagarism. Still a good fun listen, though

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Without You

Miles Kane · Without You · Song · 2025

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Early Exit - Complicated

This NYC Punk Pop band describes the song as "breaking new sonic ground by combining groovy verses with full-throttle choruses"

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Complicated

Early Exit · Complicated · Song · 2025

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[Hot Sauce Guy]

Kinda diggin a band called called “Father Of Peace” - they’re a trio, and they have what I’d describe as a sort-of 90s pop rock sound, but definitely a unique twist. Just listening through for the 1st time and every track is a banger so far.

ETA: apparently the album dropped in 2024. Singer sounds a bit like Serj from SOAD. I’ve liked every song more than the last. Really solid album. After further research, while the core is a trio, they have guests on various tracks playing various instruments.

 

[Eephus]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

 

[Juxtatarot]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

It took me several listens to fully take in their last two albums and his solo one, but once I do, I'm hooked. I agree many people will be turned off by his singing. It's nice to see how much attention they are getting. Even The Atlantic did an article about them. Winter, in my opinion, is one of the best up and coming American musicians in rock music today. They are approaching 900,000 Spotify listeners which is quite good considering the music they play.

 

[ericttspikes]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

Same boat. Might check em out live to see what it's like. I think there is something there. Unique. Reminds me a bit of Scott Walker, which is also a tough one for me. Overall, I haven't tapped into what the buzz is about yet on the few songs I've heard, but people seem to love them.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

His voice does not bother me at all - I haven't seen any live clips so can't speak to his mannerisms. I like their new one, and will likely check out their other two albums.

 

[Juxtatarot]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

His voice does not bother me at all - I haven't seen any live clips so can't speak to his mannerisms. I like their new one, and will likely check out their other two albums.

Don't forget Cameron's solo album too! It was just released last December.

 

[Dr. Octopus]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

His voice does not bother me at all - I haven't seen any live clips so can't speak to his mannerisms. I like their new one, and will likely check out their other two albums.

Don't forget Cameron's solo album too! It was just released last December.

When i saw the first song was "The Rolling Stones" I immediately listened to that one next. It's on now as I type - much more mellow than the Geese album thus far.

His vocals remind me of a less harsh/odd Tom Waits who I like a lot. No problems there.

 

[Juxtatarot]

I'm not sure what to make of Geese. Their amerindie sound with classic rock elements should be in the sweet spot of a lot of people here. Their songwriting is interesting and the band can really cook thanks to a great rhythm section.

But I still can't get used to the singer Cameron Winter and his mannerisms. That's probably a me thing--Winter reminds me a bit vocally of Alec Ounsworth of Clap Your Hands Say Yeah who I hated at first but grew to appreciate.

His voice does not bother me at all - I haven't seen any live clips so can't speak to his mannerisms. I like their new one, and will likely check out their other two albums.

Don't forget Cameron's solo album too! It was just released last December.

When i saw the first song was "The Rolling Stones" I immediately listened to that one next. It's on now as I type - much more mellow than the Geese album thus far.

His vocals remind me of a less harsh/odd Tom Waits who I like a lot. No problems there.

Yeah, being called Heavy Metal and having a song called 'The Rolling Stones" doesn't describe the album. It's the mellowest. 3D Country is an alt-country version of Geese. Their debut was produced by Dan Carey who has worked with a lot of English/Irish post-punk (loosely defined) bands like Fontaines DC, Wet Leg and black midi. I like that one too but I read recently that Cameron called it a "rip off".

After about 20 listens, I think I like this new one the best.

 

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The Bankes Brothers - Waited All Night

"The Bankes Brothers (out of Victoria B.C. ) strike gold with a high-energy sing-along anthem of letting go."

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Waited All Night

The Bankes Brothers · Where Do We Go From Here? · Song · 2025

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[Juxtatarot]

Geese on Kimmel last night:

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[Northern Voice]

For the two other people here who like emo/Pop-Punk, new Mayday Parade album is so good.

It’s Not All Bad

Mayday Parade · Sad · Song · 2025

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[El Floppo]

Geese on Kimmel last night:

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Still amazing to me to see that kid and the band make it big. Fully deserving, but crazy to me.

I get not liking the vocal stylings...but its also part of what makes them elevate beyond another rock band. Hes all in in his own way, and like or not, i always respect that approach.

Ive never been a lyrics guy, but theres something about theirs that reminds ke of Pavement's....words for their sonic quality as much as their literal.

 

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The Tryouts - Good Year

If the sun don't shine put your hands up

Delicious, fun retro Sunshine Pop from an Indie Pop duo currenly based in Newcastle, Australia.

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Good Year

The Tryouts · Good Year · Song · 2025

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For those interested I ran across a band bio and interview from a few years back (2022 I think):

Introducing Indie Pop Band The Tryouts

The Tryouts are an indie pop band based in Australia.

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The Sons Of Guns - I Got It Right

Marrying classic Country Rock warmth with the sparkle of Power Pop

The band "The Sons of Guns" was founded in Nice, France, by musicians with roots in the UK and India, who met in the city's live music scene and share a passion for blues, folk, Americana, and 70s rock.

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I Got It Right

The Sons Of Guns · I Got It Right · Song · 2025

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The Clause - Tell Me What You Want

"Absolute banger! Guaranteed moshpit at live shows"

Four-piece alternative rock/indie rock band hailing from Birmingham, England, UK.

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Tell Me What You Want

The Clause · Tell Me What You Want · Song · 2025

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Girl Tones - Burnout

"Girl Tones strike a match with a fiery single"

@UnheardIndie's TRACK OF THE DAY 10/05/25

Rolling Stone: “Sister duo Girl Tones know how to throw — and trash — a party.”

Girl Tones are a high-energy, classically-trained rock duo made up of sisters Kenzie and Laila Crowe, Hailing from Bowling Green, Kentucky, they've built a name for themselves with their raw, garage-rock sound, which is heavily influenced by bands like The White Stripes and the Riot Grrrl movement. Kenzie plays guitar and handles lead vocals, while Laila plays drums.

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Burnout

Girl Tones · Burnout · Song · 2025

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Martina And The Moons - Laundry Mat

Martina and the Moons is a four-piece all-female band based in Dublin (Ireland). Their songwriting borrows from the singer- songwriters of the 60s and 70s such as Paul Simon or Joni Mitchell, and their sound leans towards 90s rock and Britpop, mixed with the political undertones and DIY ethos of punk.

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Laundry Mat

Martina and the Moons · Laundry Mat · Song · 2025

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[landrys hat]

I'm diggin she's green new EP Chrysalis

she's green - Graze

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[Juxtatarot]

I'm diggin she's green new EP Chrysalis

she's green - Graze

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Very nice for those in the mood for shoegaze.

 

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I'm diggin she's green new EP Chrysalis

she's green - Graze

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From the YouTube comments:

"All hail the kids bringing shoegaze back"

"Shoegaze never left the party guys, it was just leaning against the wall all the time"

Love this band! They originated in Minneapolis, Minnesota. From the Chrysalis EP I also really like Willow.

 

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The Sovereigns - Do You Wanna? (Yeah I Wanna)

Debut tune from Hull, England band that is catchy, fun and jangly!

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Do You Wanna? (Yeah I Wanna)

The Sovereigns · Do You Wanna? (Yeah I Wanna) · Song · 2025

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Here is write up of the band and the tune:

THE SOVEREIGNS - British Jangly Power Pop Indies Present Their Debut Single 'DO YOU WANNA? (YEAH I WANNA)' - TURN UP THE VOLUME

Band: THE SOVEREIGNS Who: 4 indies out of Hull, UK. They want to embrace musical communities, feeling strongly that music should never be a privilege, qnd believe in giving back to grassroots venues, pedalling the importance of grassroots music and its often-fragile infrastructure. Track: DO YOU...

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The Royston Club - Wichita Lineman

Great cover. I think Glen Campbell would be proud.

The singer misprounces Wichita as "Wee-cha-tah" - but since they are from Wrexham, North Wales, I guess we can give them a pass.

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Wichita Lineman (Live)

The Royston Club · Roystern...Live From Coastal Studios · Song · 2025

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Richard Ashcroft - Oh L'amour

From the The Verve's ex-frontman's seventh solo album and first collection of all new songs since 2018.

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Oh L'amour

Richard Ashcroft · Lovin’ You · Song · 2025

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Lovejoy - With Rob As My Witness

Brighton, UK band with an absolute banger! Sure to make my year end Top 20.

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With Rob As My Witness

Lovejoy · One Simple Trick · Song · 2025

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[El Floppo]

Aussie punk/tv stars These New South Whales with their first new release in a while...been wondering lately if theyd faded out.

MISS HER

These New South Whales · MISS HER · Song · 2025

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[squistion]

Postmodern Jukebox - Take It On The Run

If REO Speedwagon was a 60s girl group…

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Take It on the Run

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox, Olivia Jones · Take It on the Run · Song · 2025

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The Lavelles - Keep On Coming

Blackburn, England four-piece band with a tune that grabs you from the opening guitar twangs.

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Keep on coming

The Lavelles · Keep on coming · Song · 2025

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Here is a review of the band and the song:

WE REVIEW THE NEW SINGLE FROM THE LAVELLES – “KEEP ON COMING” – HERE’S WHAT WE THOUGHT… | RGM : REYT GOOD MAGAZINE DISCOVER THE LATEST MUSIC NEWS, REVIEWS, AND INTERVIEWS FROM THE BEST NEW ARTISTS.

DISCOVER THE LATEST MUSIC NEWS, REVIEWS, AND INTERVIEWS FROM THE BEST ARTISTS AROUND THE WORLD. STAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE HOTTEST TRENDS AND ARTISTS

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The Fever Dreams - Take Your Mama

Oooh, I love this!

Scissor Sisters cover that is better than the original, done in a Southern Rock/Blues Rock/Hard Rock style (although I think they classify themselves as being in the Classic Rock tradtion).

Band is from Southampton, UK.

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Take Your Mama

The Fever Dreams · Take Your Mama · Song · 2025

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[squistion]

St. Paul & The Broken Bones - Seagulls

Soul, R&B eight-piece outfit from Birmingham, Alabama that I have been following for years.

They started out doing 60's Stax flavored Retro Soul but they keep getting better and are now developing their own sound.

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Seagulls

St. Paul & The Broken Bones · St. Paul & The Broken Bones · Song · 2025

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A review of their new album that this track from:

St. Paul & The Broken Bones' Self-Titled Album Finds Alabama Band Returning To What They Do Best: Retro Soul (ALBUM REVIEW) - Glide Magazine

Whenever an established group releases a self-titled album in the middle of their career, it acts as a symbol of rebirth, a new direction, course

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[Eephus]

Flock of Dimes is the solo project of Jenn Wasner who used to be in Wye Oak. Her new album is acoustic singer/songwriter stuff with (mostly) subtle studio effects added in. Her voice reminds me of Christine McVie but it soars to an upper register at times.

It doesn't rock as much as most of the other bands that get repped in this thread but her record is gorgeous and speaks to me more now than a bunch of punks shouting.

The Life You Save - Album by Flock of Dimes | Spotify

Flock of Dimes · album · 2025 · 12 songs

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[Don Quixote]

Morning listening is the new The Last Dinner Party album. A bit darker than their first album, which is a good thing as it relates to my personal tastes. Can see the influences of things stretching from 70s glam rock to Arctic Monkeys to Florence. Produced by Markus Dravs, who has produced for artists like Arcade Fire and Florence + The Machine if that gives a feel for the sound.

https://spotify.link/izF0JV5yxXb

(Spotify links not showing up right for me, but that is a link to the new album, From the Pyre.)

 

[Jaysus]

Morning listening is the new The Last Dinner Party album. A bit darker than their first album, which is a good thing as it relates to my personal tastes. Can see the influences of things stretching from 70s glam rock to Arctic Monkeys to Florence. Produced by Markus Dravs, who has produced for artists like Arcade Fire and Florence + The Machine if that gives a feel for the sound.

https://spotify.link/izF0JV5yxXb

(Spotify links not showing up right for me, but that is a link to the new album, From the Pyre.)

That was the first thing I listened to today as well... I love the singles, will have to give the rest of it another spin. It seemed like the general halloween-time was perfect for it's release

 

[El Floppo]

Chrissie Hynde's duets album looks interesting...some heavy hitting partners on that.

And another Aussie punk fave showing up with new stuff

Squeeze Down

Mini Skirt · Squeeze Down · Song · 2025

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[squistion]

Night Moves - Ring My Bell (Live at First Ave July 26, 2025)

One of those tunes that works better live. The studio version came out a few months back and I thought it was lacking something, as I found the chorus a bit monotonous and the song while having a lot of potential, didn't have the punch to make it really memorable.

However, this Minneapolis, Minnesota Indie Rock band do this a tick or two faster here and the chiming bells sound are more pronounced turning it into one of their better tunes.

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Live version not available yet on Spotify but here is the studio track for comparative purposes.

Ring My Bell

Night Moves · Double Life · Song · 2025

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[Juxtatarot]

Bar italia is back with a new album released today. They had two albums released in 2023 and I recall a few of you guys liking them then. This album is more of the same catchy, English post-punky stuff. I get a kick out of how much one of the singers sounds like a young Robert Smith.

https://spotify.link/OzhmuDLFxXb

 

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Culture Wars - Bittersweet

"An arena-ready, shout-from-the-rooftops anthem"

Culture Wars are an Alternative Rock band based in Austin, Texas.

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Bittersweet

Culture Wars · Bittersweet · Song · 2025

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Jessica Breanne - Hungry

Mysterious, evocative Psychedelic Rock/Soul with a Blues Rock flair & infectious melodies

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Hungry

Jessica Breanne · Electric Heart · Song · 2025

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The James Hunter Six - Ain't That A Trip (Featuring Van Morrison)

It sure is a trip to hear Van Morrison collaborating on this Blues Rock tune.

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Ain’t That A Trip [Feat. Van Morrison]

The James Hunter Six, Van Morrison · Ain’t That A Trip [Feat. Van Morrison] · Song · 2025

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[kupcho1]

Morning listening is the new The Last Dinner Party album. A bit darker than their first album, which is a good thing as it relates to my personal tastes. Can see the influences of things stretching from 70s glam rock to Arctic Monkeys to Florence. Produced by Markus Dravs, who has produced for artists like Arcade Fire and Florence + The Machine if that gives a feel for the sound.

https://spotify.link/izF0JV5yxXb

(Spotify links not showing up right for me, but that is a link to the new album, From the Pyre.)

I liked their last release, but this one is leaving me ice cold.

 

[kupcho1]

Sleaford Mods, BIG SPECIAL and ... Brienne of Tarth? WTF?

The Good Life

Sleaford Mods, Gwendoline Christie, BIG SPECIAL · The Good Life · Song · 2025

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Theo Fitzgibbon - From Now On

Gang backing vocals that grab you right away in the intro with a chorus you will find youself singing along with.

Theo Fitzgibbon in an Irish singer/songwriter from Dublin.

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From Now On

Theo Fitzgibbon · From Now On · Song · 2025

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[kupcho1]

Oh, and new Lily Allen

Nonmonogamummy

Lily Allen, Specialist Moss · West End Girl · Song · 2025

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[JB Breakfast Club]

New Brandi Carlile album, "Returning to Myself" released today. Church & State is my favorite track so far.

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Church & State

Brandi Carlile · Church & State · Song · 2025

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[Jaysus]

New Spiritual Cramp today! I absolutely loved their debut, and am pretty excited to check this one out. The Sharon Van Etten guest appearance is pretty great.

 

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CRUZ - More Of The Same

We try to change but we know it's just more of the same

@indierock01 Indie Music's "Single Of The Week"

CRUZ are a 4-piece Indie-rock band from Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK.

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More of the Same

CRUZ · More of the Same · Song · 2025

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The Belair Lip Bombs - Back Of My Hand

"Australia’s favourite under-the-radar power-pop revivalists are ready for their close-up"

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Back Of My Hand

The Belair Lip Bombs · Back Of My Hand · Song · 2025

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Write of the band/song:

Track: The Belair Lip Bombs Announce New Album Again and Drop Soaring New Single “Back of My Hand”

Australia’s The Belair Lip Bombs return with Again, a glittering collection of indie-rock anthems. New single “Back of My Hand” captures the band’s signature “yearn-core” sound — fuzzy, heartfelt and irresistibly melodic — as they gear up for their US co-headline tour with dust.

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