FKA TWIGS: EUSEXUA

The smooth grooves that only FKA twigs can vibe are back with EUSEXUA. She reels us in to world of eroticism and mystery on this one. I feel like I'm in a romantic thriller with cyberpunk themes....

Alpaca Sports: Another Day

Sometimes you are just in the mood for some jangle pop and Swedish duo Alpaca Sports hits that spot just right. Their latest is called Another Day and it's truly an amazing treat of music.

Here is one of my faves and also the lead single...

Michelle: Songs About You Specifically (Album of the Week)

I'm quite happy that my son got me into the band Michelle. The NYC R&B outfit has their third long player out and it's chock full o' musical deliciousness. Songs About You Specifically is an every track must listen kind of record. 

The sonic landscapes...

The pop wonder...

And the shivers and sighs of just great R&B...

Even though it came out late last year, this is likely going to be one of my major soundtracks for 2025. Start listening!

lots of hands: into a pretty room

lots of hands is a true gem of an outfit, hailing from Newcastle Upon Tyne way up in the North. Their latest is called into a pretty room and it is indeed most wonderful. The vibe is quiet and introspective. 

Here is one of my faves...

Metal Bubble Trio: Cucumber

Metal Bubble Trio is quite a pleasant little lounge-y exotica outfit that makes music that spans time. It is it the 1950s and the never ending enchantment under the sea dance. Their latest is called Cucumber and it's an absolute gem. 

Chill out to this vibe...

The Gentle Spring: Looking Back At The World

Parisian pop outfit The Gentle Spring have just dropped Looking Back At The World, a simply gorgeous folk pop record. The vocal arrangements are out of this world beautiful. And the melodies...ah those stunning melodies...

Opening track....

Victoria Canal: Slowly, It Dawns (Album of the Week)

With a very fresh breath of pop, Victoria Canal has dropped Slowly, It Dawns, a veritable cornucopia of simply delightful sounds. The vibe, of course, romance!

The 80's also called and loves it!

There are also some deeply heartfelt moments that tug at the soul...

Start listening!

Franz Ferdinand: The Human Fear (Album of the Week)

Let' s kick off 2025 with a Brit Rock record. Glasgow's own Franz Ferdinand are first out of the gate with a wonderful new offering called The Human Fear. All of the vibe that is Franz Ferdinand is apparent throughout the album (man, I miss that early noughties dudes with guitars era).

Opening track...

And aren't we all every day dreamers?...such a beauty...

We also have this sexy little club number...

A great welcome to the New Year. Start listening! 

Field Music: Limits of Language

Sunderland's own Field Music released a mighty fine record last fall that really hit the spot for me. Limits of Language sees the outfit exploring new sonic frontiers and conquering them. Opening track...

The Soundcarriers: Through Other Reflections

The Soundcarriers are carrying the torch of psychedelic pop proudly into the future. Their latest is called Through Other Reflections and it's their best yet. These Nottingham lads are cosmic!

The National: Rome

I have always been a big fan of live albums. Frampton Comes Alive came out when I was ten years old and all of my friends older brothers and sisters had it. His songs sounded so much better live. 

This is most def the case with The National's Rome which dropped at the very end of last year. The twenty one track set is a shining example of the power and glory that is this Cincinnati band. Check it out!

Saint Etienne: The Night

Let's start off 2025 with some records that snuck out at the end of last year. First up is The Night by one of my all time faves, Saint Etienne. The album gives off a decided cinematic vibe of things that happen in the evening. Make a cocktail for this one!