Kula Shaker’s Lucky Number EP serves as a tantalizing preview of their upcoming Wormslayer album, dropping January 30th.
Now in their third decade, Kula Shaker continues to to surprise us, blending eastern mysticism with Woodstock-era influences and quintessential BritPop sensibilities. From Jay Darlington’s *Doors*-evoking Hammond organ work in “Broke as Folk” to the militaristic march of “Charge of the Light Brigade,” the EP weaves through jangle-pop, psych-rock, and counterculture idealism with surprising dexterity.

Andra Suchy, a North Dakota native, hails from a talented and musical family. Renowned for having one of the finest voices in the industry, Andra is classically trained and a veteran of musical theater. Her illustrious career includes performances with esteemed artists such as Brad Paisley, Mindy Smith, Emmylou Harris, Chris Thile, John Prine, and soprano Renee Fleming. She has also collaborated on recordings with a diverse array of indie, rock, blues, and folk acts, including The Honeydogs, Jonny Lang, Peter Ostroushko, and Soul Asylum’s Dave Pirner.

Block has broken boundaries while setting standards for commercial and critical success from the beginning of his career—his influence can be felt in every corner of modern indie, folk-punk, and lo-fi songwriting, alongside contemporaries Regina Spektor, Beck, The Moldy Peaches, and Ani DiFranco.

A follow up to his acclaimed debut album “Roots,” Andy Hanson releases a new single entitled “Gravity,” on January 30th , 2026. Like Hanson’s debut album, “Gravity” urges listeners to embrace personal truths and confront life’s complexities. “Gravity,” was recorded at the Philville Records studio, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, where Andy Hanson is able to silence the noise and continue to write real songs for a reeling world.

Seven Crows is the bold, genre-bending project of Los Angeles violinist and producer Chris Murphy, whose new single ‘Boreal’ is released this Friday (Jan 30th). Seven Crows latest release explores the shifting sands of our lives and how moments, memories, and emotions overlap and transform. Built from a 25-second electric violin loop layered with a second evolving loop, the piece captures what Brian Eno calls “the power of random change.”

Emerging from the vibrant music scene of Nottingham, England, NUTRI3NT is set to captivate audiences once again with his latest original single, “Losing You.” Collaborating with the talented Daniella Goldfine, this cinematic folk pop hit is a testament to NUTRI3NT’s evolving sound and musical prowess. Following the success of his previous BBC Introducing track, NUTRI3NT’s partnership with Daniella Goldfine brings a fresh and emotive quality to his music,resonating with listeners on a deeper level.

Jeremy Engel’s approach is rooted in live performance. Having played the song on stages such as The Bitter End (NYC), The Troubadour (London), and Hard Rock Cafe (Milano) and in 7 different countries in 2025, the goal was to translate that same energy into the recording, without overproducing or correcting what already works in front of an audience.

UK songwriter Lande Hekt finds happiness on her latest album, an indie-pop triumph of lithe melodies and soft, dreamy guitar-pop jangle. The Beths aren’t the only doing it.

Laura Calado’s vocals just pull everything together, moving from that Hope Sandoval enchantment into a melodic Kristin Hersh sharpness without missing an emotion. It’s ethereal and anthemic, moving up and over the oceans into some Middle Eastern dream pop ache and shimmer.

Andra Suchy is an internationally acclaimed singer and songwriter with deep musical roots. A North Dakota farm girl raised in a family of musicians, she’s been holding down a part since age two. Now based in Minneapolis, she has shared the stage with Brad Paisley, Emmylou Harris, Dr. John, John Prine, Yo-Yo Ma, and Nick Lowe. A longtime favorite on the beloved radio show A Prairie Home Companion, Andra has performed at renowned venues including The Ryman Auditorium, SXSW, Town Hall Theater, Wolf Trap, and First Avenue.

Rather than offering narrative certainty, the album invites reflection, positioning itself as a space to inhabit rather than a statement to decode. In doing so, ‘Holy Island’ is a striking and assured debut, one that feels timeless in its restraint and quietly ambitious in its scope.

This is music for the interior life, a soundtrack for those moments of stillness that occur just before twilight.

Baby Condor steps into the spotlight with their self-titled debut EP, a six-track introduction to a rich, melodic world shaped by harmony, analogue warmth, and timeless songwriting. Led by the single “Dreaming of the Day”, the EP invites listeners to disappear into a sun-soaked, melancholic journey across American highways, coastal roads, and hazy canyon evenings, a place where memory, longing, and reflection gently collide.

NYC-born, LA-based singer, songwriter, and producer Ally Bakst returns with her latest single, “Look So Pretty,” a darkly alluring alt-pop track that blurs the line between vulnerability and self-protection. Known for her raspy, enigmatic vocals and immersive electronic soundscapes, Bakst delivers a song that feels intimate, cinematic, and quietly confrontational, lingering long after the final note fades.

Born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Ecuadorian-American artist James Laurent never set out to be a musician, let alone an independent album artist navigating the chaos of Los Angeles. Now 26, the RIAA Certified Gold engineer and producer turns inward with his latest 8-track album, Laugh at the Tragedy, a stark, emotionally raw indie-electric rock record shaped by burnout, heartbreak, addiction, and an unflinching sense of irony.

Dave Douglas’ Four Freedoms follows the trumpeter/composer/label owner’s usual protocol: provide a set of sturdy original tunes to an exceptionally talented ensemble, and lead by example in balancing melody and improvisation.

Florence-based synthwave project Out Run unveils their highly anticipated 12-track debut album_ Past Lives_ alongside the energetic and reflective title single “Past Lives.” The album and single mark a major step in Out Run’s journey, fusing cinematic 80s-inspired synth textures with contemporary production and emotionally charged songwriting.

… this release presents a focused portrait of The Bevis Frond in 2026; vital, tuneful, and entirely unburdened by nostalgia. It is an original and uncompromising statement that reaffirms Saloman’s status as a visionary outsider whose instinctual songwriting remains as sharp as ever.

‘Melborn’ is a record that manages to be both intellectually stimulating and deeply resonant, a rare feat in a genre often preoccupied with technical prowess at the expense of soul.

Through this reissue, we see a bold declaration of independence from an artist who proved that whether he was backed by a flickering circuit board or a screaming amplifier, his aesthetic remained an uncompromising, singular beacon of outsider art.

“The Return” announces Shesgot’s new album, A House Into a Body, out February 20, 2026, on Geneva-based Urgence Disk and Loop Collective. The Return arises from the bones of Afro-Cuban music mixed with contemporary Gilla Band – style sounds, a rhythmic dialogue that finds breathing space once all the instruments settle in, then gains final momentum on a Bark Psychosis/Seefeel-esque journeys.

Throughout the record, the production remains lean, favoring raw textures over polished artifice. It is a testament to Vega’s singular vision that these songs feel both ancient and avant-garde, rooted in the foundational myths of rock and roll while simultaneously tearing them apart.

The record operates as a sonic study of the nearness of things; the breath between two people, the uncomfortable closeness of one’s own anxieties, and the tangible texture of a live band playing in a room where the air feels heavy with intent.

The rhythmic patterns throughout the EP suggest a sophisticated dialogue with the original New York No-Wave scene, yet they opt for a controlled geometry rather than the total tonal collapse of their predecessors. Where No-Wave used rhythm as a weapon of nihilistic chaos, Clone utilizes it as a structural grid.

As a final release before retirement, The Best of JustFolk 2012–2025 stands as a perfectly fitting tribute to the ambitions and aims of this trio, and it doesn’t chase legacy or reinvention. Instead, it offers a sincere second look at songs that trust their own weight, and invites listeners to meet them where they are.

“I Choose to Be Free” is a song written from a place of deep respect and admiration for people who stand up for their freedom, dignity, and independence.
The song was written and composed by Alex Solo, driven by the idea that freedom is not an abstract concept, but a personal choice — something people are willing to fight for when it truly matters. Across the world, we see individuals and entire nations showing courage, resilience, and resistance in the face of pressure. That spirit became the emotional core of this track.

Elephant Moon is the project of Danish singer-songwriter Anders Dal, creating melancholic indie-folk that moves between dreamlike expanses and stripped-back intensity. With lo-fi warmth, layered guitar work, and emotionally direct songwriting, Elephant Moon focuses on simplicity and sincerity

As a whole, ‘Guppy’ is an emotionally intelligent record that thrives on subtlety and intention. Sweet Tooth understand that impact doesn’t require excess; instead, they focus on careful songwriting, expressive performances, and a clear emotional through-line.

For listeners who crave music that feels vivid, unfiltered, and emotionally unrestrained, this release is more than just a collection of songs; it’s a cathartic rush, a reminder of how powerful sound can be when it hits you not just in the ears, but beneath the skin.

Lyrically, “Angel” reframes the idea of salvation not as a singular divine presence, but as the everyday acts of care we receive from others: a message, a conversation, a shared moment of understanding.

It’s a confident, emotionally grounded release that proves The R.E.S.E.A.R.C.H. know how to craft pop-forward alt rock with both heart and bite, and it contains the promise of a lot of future potential for this trio.

It’s an almost unthinkable gamble to turn Hole into trip hop, but it pays off magnificently.

This is music shaped by time, meditation, and sustained focus, and for listeners seeking a contemplative yet richly detailed sonic journey, UNFOLDING offers a rare and rewarding experience.

US Roots Rocker DownTown Mystic has just released the “Hard Enough (Remix)” Single. The single features the Rock’n‘Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section from Bruce Springsteen’s legendary E Street Band*—drummer *“Mighty” Max Weinberg & bassist Garry Tallent. The single is the 1st release from the upcoming On E Street Remix project and will be distributed worldwide by The Orchard/Sony Music.

The Amanda Emblem Experiment formed in 2017, based in South East Queensland. Fronted by Amanda Emblem, the band performs a combination of original Folk, Rock, Blues and Roots music, with Amanda on lead vocals and guitar, Kelly King on harmonica, flute and vocals, Billy Adams on drums and vocals, Scott Astill on bass with a variety of live guests including Moses King on Lead Guitar. They perform live at local venues and Festivals having released four original albums, the most recent The Wood in Sept 2025.

Dulcimer visionary Sam Edelston has announced the release of his groundbreaking debut album, Making Waves. This bold new project marks the first-ever album to feature the dulcimer as the leading instrument on classic rock music in a rock band setting, pushing the boundaries of what the traditionally folk-associated instrument can achieve.

Yann Tiersen has long since abandoned the whimsical street corners of Paris for the salt-stung isolation of the Atlantic, and his 2025 double release, ‘Rathlin from a Distance / The Liquid Hour,’ marks the final shedding of his cinematic skin.

‘Eye of the Storm’ is more than a collection of songs; it is a cyclical celebration of growth and a deep breath of life. By embracing vulnerability and stripping away unnecessary polish in favor of raw, home-grown textures, Georgia Harmer has created an indie-folk portrait that feels both handwritten and universal.

‘Echo In The Dust’ is a work of revelation found in the fading light, capturing an artist who has moved out of the shadow of her influences to find her stride, embracing her own contradictions and successfully staying out of her own way.

Mute Swan have created an album that rewards not through grand gestures, but through nuance, patience, and an unwavering commitment to mood. ‘Skin Slip’ lingers because it understands that some experiences are not meant to be explained, only felt, then carried forward.

2. No Wave Gaze is not background music. It’s an immersive, demanding listen that confirms Vitelli’s commitment to exploration and his refusal to repeat himself.

Unsettling, beautiful, and deeply human, mother’s day is the sound of an artist who has walked through devastation and returned with hard-earned truth, offering comfort without compromise.

At its core, REDEMPTION is the sound of an artist moving forward at full speed, aware of everything they’ve lost but even more focused on what’s still possible.

Whiskey General is fronted by Jay Serrao, a British artist whose background as a Gulf War refugee and long-standing touring musician informs the emotional core of the album. Serrao has supported artists including Idlewild, Billy Bragg, Scouting for Girls, and Doves, and has worked with organisations including Universal Music, BBC, ITV, and Disney.

“Nobody’s Home” follows Franxie’s debut single “Fucking Around”, which explored autonomy and self-determination. Where that release was more confrontational, Nobody’s Home documents emotional withdrawal and stillness, showing another side of the same project.

Veteran folk singer-songwriter Doug Mishkin delivers one of his most direct and unsettling statements to date with “If They’d Been Black,” a searing response to the January 6, 2021 insurrection and the racial inequities it laid bare. The song appears on Mishkin’s latest album, Tip of the Spear, a collection of socially conscious and deeply personal songs rooted in the American folk tradition.

The literary and philosophical influences that accompany the record are not decorative references; they echo its central preoccupation: the impossibility of fully grasping what happens to us as it unfolds.

This transition from small-room folk to a more robust pop-rock landscape demonstrates a significant growth in their production vocabulary, aided by the use of real tape saturation and analog delay units that give the guitars a worn, nostalgic patina.

By embracing vulnerability and stripping away unnecessary polish, Mangan has created an indie-folk portrait that feels exactly as the title suggests: recorded in natural light.