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DREAM BOY, Release Mesmerizing And Hypnotic New Single, “Ivory”

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We recently had the distinct honor to check out the new single, “Ivory”, from Dublin shoegaze outfitDREAM BOY. Ivory‘ is the penultimate single from the forthcoming debut ‘Drowning in Blue‘ ep. You can listen to “Ivory” Here

The new single, is about letting go, it’s about hearing the same things and seeing the same behaviour but for the first time instead of going back, walking away.

The  track got its name from the nature that ivory is retrieved, animals killed for their tusks made of the material, when it could just be taken without causing harm. The opening track of the forthcoming ep, ‘Ivory‘ is the first song of healing on the bands discography. An exploration into boundaries and finally standing up for yourself.

DREAM BOY – photo credit – @daisychainphotos

 

‘I have an image in my head of a documentary I saw as a child where animal protection services remove the tusks from animals to protect them from poachers looking for Ivory. This really stuck with me, the idea that these beautiful creatures were being killed for this material when really in order to retrieve it they did not need to be hurt.

I was struggling with the ending to this song, I had most of the lyrics but was missing the songs real purpose. I’d been listening to a song called ‘blue’ by dream ivory which must have put the word in my head and once it was in it all just clicked and fell into place.

The demo is worlds different from how the song sounds now but that’s why I love writing with these guys and working with our producer Daniel De Burca, we really explore and exploit the idea, taking into a totally different world.’

“Ivory”, from Dream Boy, is a deeply emotional and moving track that tugs gently at your heartstrings and stays in your soul long after the music has ended.

EP Launch show Thurs 26th June – Dublin, The Workmans Cellar promoted by Singular Artists

You can get tickets Here

Steel Wool Have Crafted Otherworldly Melodies That Move Both Mind , Body And Soul, With Debut EP, “Steel Wool”

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Artwork-Cayla Blachman

We recently had the stellar opportunity to check out the debut self titled EP, via independent LA label, Bug Body from Los Angeles based rising shoegazers, Steel Wool. You can listen to the EP, on Spotify Here, Apple Music Here and on Bandcamp Here

Steel Wool, has such a beautiful and glowing sound, if they were a star they be the brightest in the sky… hands down .

Born out of their drummer Evan’s bedroom studio, Steel Wool has been making waves across the southland with plenty of local radio love including shoutouts from KCRW and a live session at KXLU. The group, consisting of Sean Lissner (guitar/singing), Jaden Amjadi (bass/screaming), Sam Schlesinger (guitar), and Evan Landi (drums) have developed a reputation for their boisterous live shows in garages, backyards, and DIY haunts of all stripes.

Photo by : Veronica Henderson

The opening track, “Fading” is a carefully crafted tapestry of calculated frantic energy that perfectly builds in sonic wave of fuzzed out musical goodness.

“Another Sunday “, is a well developed musical composition, that beautifully highlights the expert level of musicianship of Steel Wool. “Another Sunday” , also eloquently showcases the incredibly versatile vocals of Sean Lissner.

“Eyes Closed” , has a very cosmic feel to it . The guitar work on the track is absolutely mesmerizing. We found ourselves pushing repeat many times .

On “Heaven or La Brea,” the band really shows its brilliance with an absolutely indie rock work of art. We were literally hanging on every word and chord.

The closing track, “Tired Movements” was a stunning and moving track that took our breath away . Steel Wool , most definitely saved the best for last, as “Tired Movements “ displays a band that is firing on all cylinders.

Photo by: Veronica Henderson

Speaking about their debut EP, the band shares :

Steel Wool is a collision of sound experiments wearing the borrowed work uniform of rock music. With a DIY punk bassist, a college indie pop guitarist, a metalhead drummer, and a singer-songwriter up-front, the band has always been more of a sonic game of tug-of-war than a regiment in lockstep. Stepping outside these orthogonal backgrounds in search of common ground, we’ve ended up somewhere that isn’t quite home turf for any of us. The EP is a first step in five directions, sidling towards shoegaze, jangle pop, screamo, folk, and something else we can’t quite figure out a name for. With this record, we’ve crystallized the collaborative efforts of four new friends and bandmates, staking our flag in land we’re still yet to entirely survey.”

The musical soul of Steel Wool is magnificently woven within the fabric of their debut EP, and it is a thing of beauty.

RXGhost Release Epic New 7″ Single “Anytime But Now” (b/w “Undersaid”)

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RXGhost returns in all their melodic glory with with “Anytime But Now,”a new 7″ single that explores the psychological territory between awareness and action. The Kansas City quartet’s latest offering examines the peculiar comfort found in self-destructive patterns, whether chemical or emotional – that space where you recognize something isn’t good for you but can’t seem to break away.

You can listen to “Anytime But Now” on Spotify Here Apple Music Here . You can listen to the B-side “Undersaid” on Spotify Here Apple Music Here . You can watch the video for “Anytime But Now “ which was directed by Brodie Rush, below

“Anytime But Now” from RXGhost, checks all the boxes of a true musical experience. A hauntingly and melodic track, “Anytime But Now” is good for the ears and the soul.

The track showcases the band’s ability to craft expansive soundscapes through the interplay of Jeremiah James and Josh Thomas’s guitars, anchored by the precise rhythm section of Justin Brooks on drums and Chris Smead on bass. Recorded by Thomas and mixed by Shiner’s Paul Malinowski at Massive Sound Studios, the song weaves atmospheric textures through subtly shifting time signatures and unconventional structures. The accompanying video, directed by Brodie Rush and filmed in the band’s basement recording space, captures the intimate energy of their creative process while adding his distinct visual perspective

The single is backed with “Undersaid,” a more subdued B-side that offers a balancing counterpoint. Where “Anytime But Now” builds into post-rock chaos, “Undersaid” offers a more minimal, atmospheric companion piece.

The physical release is a handmade, numbered edition of 77 copies, cut on a vintage mono Presto 1D lathe head from a 1950s radio station. The records are cut at Celery Wolf Records, where each groove is embossed in real-time onto the record, making every copy uniquely different from the next. Available now on 7″ vinyl and all streaming platforms.

You can get the 7” vinyl Here and Here

“Anytime But Now” from RXGhost is an absolutely stunning track that can’t be missed.

Hannah Robinson Releases Powerful New Single, “Who I am”

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We recently had the extreme pleasure to check out the new single “Who I Am” , from rising Newcastle Shoegaze rocker, Hannah Robinson. You can listen to “Who I Am “ Here

With bold new releases delving into darker, heavier sonic landscapes, Hannah Robinson and her band are gearing up for their most transformative year yet; selling out their first headline show of the year within hours. 2024 marked her evolution from ethereal dream pop to noisy shoegaze, but as she prepares for 2025, expect more pedals, powerful choruses, raw emotion and haunting vocals that linger long after the music fades.

To showcase the new sound, she has released her new single, “Who I Am” which delves into the psyche of a delusional, narcissistic man trapped in a false reality. Gritty, hazy, and dark, the track explores his inability to see his own flaws, instead blaming his past lovers for not understanding him. With furious choruses, honest vocals, brooding gothic melodies, and conflicted lyrics, this alt-rock anthem paints a haunting portrayal of self-deception and a fractured identity.

“Who I Am” from Hannah Robinson, is a super charged song that grabs you right from the first note , and doesn’t let up for a single second. We were completely mesmerized.

Diving deeper about ‘Who I Am’, Hannah explains:

I’ve always been drawn to expressing my own thoughts on paper, but this time, I felt urged to explore someone else’s. I wanted to craft a story about the classic narcissist; someone blind to their own negativities. To capture the intensity and toxicity of such a character, I made the music as raw and aggressive as possible, making sure it matched the unsettling nature of their delusional personality.”

Hannah Robinson by Storm Walker

We are all in on the new single, “Who I Am” this is without a doubt a song you can’t miss.