Category: SHOEGAZE

  • Pam Risourié – So Be It, Eternity LP (Engineer Records / Araki Records / Lofish Records / Pyrrhic Victory Recordings)

    Pam Risourié – So Be It, Eternity LP (Engineer Records / Araki Records / Lofish Records / Pyrrhic Victory Recordings)

    Sometimes I forget about some releases that I heard before, and sadly, this happened to me with this particular record. I remember that this record instantly blew me away when I heard it over streaming services. Luckily, Engineer Records sent it for a review in their latest batch, along with other goodies. The cover artwork…

  • Abrasive Trees – Bound For An Infinite Sea CD (Expanded)

    Abrasive Trees – Bound For An Infinite Sea CD (Expanded)

    A while ago, Abrasive Trees sent all three current extended plays for review, so after writing articles about Now You Are Not Here EP and Without Light EP, now it’s time to talk about the Bound For An Infinite Sea EP. It is his debut material released at the very end of the last year,…

  • Lehnen – Negative Space CD (Noise Appeal Records)

    Lehnen – Negative Space CD (Noise Appeal Records)

    Today we have a recent release by one of the most prolific Austrian record labels, Noise Appeal Records. This one recently arrived at our headquarters, and I have to admit that I was pleasantly surprised by the sound of this group. I wasn’t familiar with Lehnen until now, but all I can say is that…

  • Abrasive Trees – Without Light EP (Shapta)

    Abrasive Trees – Without Light EP (Shapta)

    After writing a couple of lines for the latest piece of artistry by Abrasive Trees, I checked out the previous recordings. I was blown away by the number of ideas invested in each one of them. Therefore, I decided that this brilliant English post-punk act needs more exposure. Without Light is the second extended play…

  • /A\ – /A\ LP (Hummus Records)

    /A\ – /A\ LP (Hummus Records)

    I have to admit that the sheer amount of brilliant new groups blows my mind regularly. No matter which genre we’re talking about, you can always find out something to keep you entertained for a while, and most of these brand new groups sound surprisingly good. /A\ is one of those bands that blew me…

  • Abrasive Trees – Now You Are Not Here CD

    Abrasive Trees – Now You Are Not Here CD

    Recently, I had a chance to post news about Now You Are Not Here, the latest effort by Abrasive Trees. For those who somehow missed my recent post about this interesting outlet, Abrasive Trees is a solo project of Matthew Rochford, a creative artist whose interests span across several complementary genres. Like on his previous…

  • Happy Abandon – Facepaint LP (Schoolkids Records)

    Happy Abandon – Facepaint LP (Schoolkids Records)

    There’s no better way to start working week than starting with some good music. For some reason, it works like a charm for my working routine and keeps me motivated during the entire week. I decided to start this Monday with a tremendous recording, published a couple of years ago by Schoolkids Records. For those…

  • Embassy 516 – Surveillance Of The Environment CD (Geenger Records)

    Embassy 516 – Surveillance Of The Environment CD (Geenger Records)

    Once again, I am digging through the Geenger Records archives in search of some of their older releases, and I stumbled upon a familiar name. This name doesn’t need any introduction to those who’re following the Croatian alternative music scene. Embassy 516 is a longevous alternative rock group that roams the scene for quite a…

  • Atlantaeum Flood – One Day LP (Schoolkids Records)

    Atlantaeum Flood – One Day LP (Schoolkids Records)

    Today, we have another exceptional group on our pages. This time, I decided to introduce some divine instrumental music to you, and this particular recording will perhaps suit those who are in search of flawlessly performed psychedelic instrumental sound. Atlantaeum Flood is one of many projects/bands that involves Marty Willson-Piper, best known for his work…

  • Amir – Rise, From The Depths, Of A Preliminary State of Youth: A Change Within One In Worlds

    Amir – Rise, From The Depths, Of A Preliminary State of Youth: A Change Within One In Worlds

    We rarely have a chance to stumble upon artists from Beirut. At least that’s the case with me on these pages. It seems like middle eastern artists are not getting enough exposure because of the rapidly growing global music industry. Luckily for all the readers who’re fond of discovering some fresh and unique artists, today…

  • Blackout Transmission – Sparse Illumination LP (Etxe Records)

    Blackout Transmission – Sparse Illumination LP (Etxe Records)

    There’s something about particular bands that works out best for me during the rainy days. Their music doesn’t need to contain melancholic vibes. Quite the contrary, heavy dosages of reverb, delay, and echo effects over profoundly melodic music are more than enough to keep me moving. Blackout Transmission is one of those bands you’ll instantly…

  • Mark Schwaber – Everything Around Me LP (Jack London Records)

    Mark Schwaber – Everything Around Me LP (Jack London Records)

    Mark Schwaber is back with another tremendous full-length material. For those who somehow missed this highly experienced musician, Schwaber is widely known for his studio works with some renowned names such as Lloyd Cole, Shadows Fall, Lou Barlow (Sebadoh, Dinosaur Jr), Fred Maher (Lou Reed), Joan Wasser (Joan as Policewoman), Matthew Sweet, and Mary Lou…