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09.29.23 Indie rock & pop recommends vetted by Tricia Halloran
Something for everyone in September’s crop of recommendations: anthemic, shoegaze, noise-rock songwriters, best-in-class roots indie, singer-songwriter and lo-fi indie pop. I love it all! :)
Who feels your pain but tells you it’s all gonna be ok …
Will Johnson “No Ordinary Crown"
One of his best, headed to my top ten this year.
https://album.link/bnw017
When you want to be surprised (and delighted) by every single track …
Shamir - "Homo Anxietatum"
Evolved indie-rock with a twist, shaken not stirred.
https://album.link/bnw015
Who mashed up noise rock, songwriting, and slide guitar …
Wednesday “Rat Saw God”
Channelling K. Gordon’s Sonic Youth. Or K. Crutchfield. Depending on the song.
https://album.link/bnw018
When you want to treat yourself *and* support an indie on bandcamp …
Superviolet "Infinite Spring"
Literate, bittersweet, melodic.
https://album.link/bnw013
Most appropriately named band award goes to …
Slowdive "Everything Is Alive"
Scuba gear on, descend, float, experience wonder & awe.
https://album.link/bnw014
Who might be taking an unfair share of the 2023 new release section with a surprise second album …
The National “Laugh Track”
Their first 2023 album was good, their second is even better.
https://album.link/bnw019