Slow Salvation: Here We Lie
Slow Salvation debuts with a haunting dream pop LP, 'Here We Lie'; mastered by Simon Scott of Slowdive and out via Velvet Blue Music.
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Divorce Court announce ‘Two Hours’ LP
Chillwave artist Divorce Court released two singles, 'Spill' and '140', and music videos from their forthcoming 'Two Hours'.
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Superviolet: Infinite Spring LP
Superviolet is a new project from Steve Ciolek of The Sidekick. He teams up with Zac Little of Saintseneca for this deceptively complex album.
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The Japanese House announces Sophomore LP
London indie pop artist The Japanese House announced their sophomore LP 'In The End It Always Does', to be released on June 30. Two singles are out so far.
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Bodywash to release ‘I Held the Shape While I Could’ LP
Bodywash release their fourth single four days before 'I Held the Shape While I Could' full-length comes out. Expect an expanse of dream pop to fuzzy shoegaze on this LP.
Read MoreBodywash to release ‘I Held the Shape While I Could’ LP
Niall Summerton announces ‘What Am I Made Of?’ LP
Lo-fi bedroom pop artist Niall Summerton announces debut LP 'What Am I Made Of?', to be released on Far Caspian's Tiny Library Records.
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Elise Trouw: Losing Sleep EP
Elise Trouw's 'Losing Sleep' is a true pop gem. Check out our review of her latest EP.
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Barrie Releases 5K EP
The brilliant indie artist Barrie released '5K' EP via Winspear, and it's one you'll want to put in the player.
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DM Stith discusses creating ‘Fata Morgana’ & working with Thomas Bartlett
DM Stith discusses his forthcoming album 'Fata Morgana' and working with producer Thomas Bartlett.
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New Music from Toledo
TOLEDO has a new EP coming out Friday; their single Patch is outstanding. NewDad are close to releasing new music (debut LP on the way).
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Cathedral Bells: All Under the Sky
Dream pop band Cathedral Bells has a new single out called All Under The Sky. It's a banger that carries their sound further.
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Kelz (feat. Alex Siegel): Sometimes
Kelz released a new single 'Sometimes' that features a collaboration with Alex Siegel, an experience that "push[es] sonic boundaries."
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ANIMA: what I saw was real
ANIMA brings us dreamy indietronica from Rome in their new single 'what I saw was real'; edgy synth tones, dreamy guitars, funk bass and electronic drums.
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The Mary Onettes: Easy Hands (single)
The Mary Onettes release 'Easy Hands' single, a song about embracing life as an artist. This single is a standout dream pop single.
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Long-Awaited Beach Fossils Single, ‘Don’t Fade Away’
Beach Fossils release 'Don't Fade Away', a beautiful jangle pop single from their forthcoming 'Bunny' LP.
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A.M. Son Releases ‘In a Dream’, With LP Coming
A.M. Son releases their third single, 'In A Dream', a psych pop track so smooth you'll want to stream this late night when the stars are visible.
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Tokyo Tea Room: No Future Plans EP
Tokyo Tea Room has a psych pop sound that is the perfect meeting of melodic bass lines woven with hypnotic guitars and dream poppy synths to form one unique sound that is sure to delight your ears.
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Barrie releases ‘Empty’ Single
Barrie released their third single, 'Empty', from their '5K' EP coming out March 31. Catch Barrie on tour in March!
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Puddlegum Mixtape
Updated weekly (songs remain for two weeks). Dream pop, shoegaze, bedroom pop, synthwave, acoustic pop, and whatever we dig.
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Benedikt to release Why Are You Dreaming
Benedikt have released three singles from their forthcoming album, 'Why Are You Dreaming'. The album drops April 28.
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French Police: Bleu
French Police latest album 'Bleu' is beautifully crafted new wave that sounds like a romantic and haunting meld of soulful styles.
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New Music from DM Stith, Jaguar Sun and Husbands
DM Stith has a new album coming out called 'Fata Morgana', coproduced and mixed by Thomas Bartlett. And Jaguar Sun and HUSBANDS are releasing a second single they collaborated on.
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Jordi: The Garage EP
At just seventeen years old, Jordan Radnoti releases music as Jordi. Her first single “Escape Route” that was released back in January 2021 is nothing short of indie-rock gold.
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Thirty Covers From Pop Goes Ambient (Vancouver Sleep Clinic + Amelia Magdalena)
Pop Goes Ambient is Vancouver Sleep Clinic and Amelia Magdalena. Together, they have covered 30 singles, with more coming.
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New music from Far Caspian, Damien Jurado, Leon in the Wild
Listen to the new single from Damien Jurado, preorder a limited edition cassette from Leon in the Wild, and new Far Caspian coming!
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Francis Moon: Two Worlds Apart, A Compelling Melancholic Single
Sweden's Francis Moon's, Two Worlds Apart is a smooth-sounding, must-listen, indie folk melancholic single!
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New Music from Tennis, Dave Thomas Junior, Krooked King & Day Wave, and Cassia
New music for a nice weekend blend with summer vibes. Tennis, Dave Thomas Junior, Cassia and Tayo Sound, Krooked King and Day Wave.
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Alex Siegel releases full-length, Courage
Alex Siegel releases a full-length called Courage, a ten-track bedroom pop album that sounds like a cohesive whole.
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Lunar Isles: Unwinding, Balloons, and Visitor EP
Lunar Isles blends jangle pop with beach vibes. Check out his two singles and EP he released in 2022.
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Morabeza Tobacco releases Shadow of the Cherry
Morabezo Tobacco's second album is a dream pop album from Stockholm, Sweden. You'll want to listen from start to finish.
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GOTH BABE Releases ICELAND EP in Spite of Tragedy
Goth Babe released a new electronic indie EP called 'Iceland', which is also a soundtrack to a film, and it has quite a backstory.
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In case you missed it: Men I Trust, King Hannah, Honeywhip, Velvet Vision
New music (and a video) from Men I Trust, Honeywhip, King Hannah, and Velvet Vision.
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Stray Fossa: ‘Transpiring’ single and album announcement
Stray Fossa releases new single 'Transpiring' and music video, the first from their forthcoming album 'Closer Than We'll Ever Know'.
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Beach Vacation discusses ‘It Soothes Me’
Tabor Rupp discusses 'It Soothes Me' single with Puddlegum. He talks about his recording process, plans, and influences.
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Goth Babe drops ‘Running Around’
Goth Babe releases infectious single 'Running Around', and a music video of their sailing from island to island.
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Jon Morrow releases sophomore single ‘I’m No One’
Jon Morrow is a songwriter from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, writing dreamy and personal songs. He uses a drum machine, which sounds like a beat from an old Casio (that's a positive), a looping electric guitar running through a tremolo or vibey chorus pedal, and layers of vocals and harmonies with a high pass filter applied.
Read MoreJon Morrow releases sophomore single ‘I’m No One’
Husbands open 2022 with ‘Wishbone’
Husbands release a superb bedroom pop single, 'Wishbone'. Samantha Crain joins them on vocals, while Wil and Danny contribute synths, guitars, and drum machines. Catch them on tour, starting later this month.
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Views From Space release second single ‘Other Side’
Views From Space released a standout track called 'Other Side'. The single is lush with warm layers of synths, and ambient vocals. Omi Gelacio, the artist behind Views From Space, mixes several memorable melodies that appear in the song, played out by several synths; one melody repeats and intertwines with his vocals. The bass sound has a full tone that fills the low-end perfectly.
Read MoreViews From Space release second single ‘Other Side’
Midi Memory debuts with ‘Sensory Overload’ LP
Midi Memory released their debut full-length 'Sensory Overload'. Collaborations involve the amazing talents of CD Ghost, COOL HEAT, and Doorbells. Mixed and mastered by Puddlegum.Studio.
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Hazel English drops ‘Nine Stories’ single, produced by Day Wave
Hazel English releases a new dreamy indie pop single 'Nine Stories', produced by Day Wave.
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King Hannah: New single and video ‘All Being Fine’
King Hannah released their second single and music video, 'All Being Fine', from their forthcoming February album, 'I'm Not Sorry, I Was Just Being Me'. The song is a blend of shoegaze and americana.
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Vern Matz releases ‘Tokyo Sounds’ single
Vern Matz released the 'Tokyo Sounds', the first single of an album of lofi demos. Expect three singles in the coming weeks, and the album to drop on December 20.
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New Music Friday: Beach Fossils, Day Wave, Layzi, Fair Visions, Vern Matz, More
New Music Friday (week of Nov. 12, 2021): Beach Fossils, Beach House, Day Wave, Palace, Pinegrove, Toledo, Yumi Zouma, and more!
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New singles from Kip Nelson and fanclubwallet
New singles from Kip Nelson and fanclubwallet. A bluesy psych pop track, and a saturated bedroom pop single.
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Valley Palace releases ‘Patch’ single
Valley Palace released a new guitar pop single, 'Patch', his third single of 2021. Nathan Taylor has been releasing music as Valley Palace since December, 2019 that he records in his bedroom. He signed with Run for Cover Records this summer after releasing his impressive 'Pastel Mood' EP, and a single in March called 'Contact'.
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TESSEL releases debut ‘Family Time’ EP
Danish band TESSEL released their debut EP, 'Family Time', today. They completed the EP right as the Pandemic lockdown began. So they took the time to release singles, videos, perform live streams, and slowly build their following. Now that shows have begun resuming, TESSEL released their six track 'Family Time' EP. These songs have all the hooks.
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Processions end two year silence with ‘Acquiesce’ single
Processions released their first single in two years, called 'Acquiesce'. The new single was released today by BIRTHDIY, Spirit Goth's lo-fi DIY label. Phil Alfonso has been working with Puddlegum.Studio on a new EP. Phil shared with Puddlegum that with this EP, "I'm finally writing from my perspective."
Read MoreProcessions end two year silence with ‘Acquiesce’ single
Minneapolis’ Cassette drops ‘Fumble (Kerry)’ single
Minneapolis artist Cassette releases 'Fumble (Kerry)', a lofi disco-pop single that mixes elements of synthpop. Synths with dramatic flair, electric guitar with hooks, a bouncing bass synth, and a selective beat. His vocals are fuzzed out with saturation, with a melody that sticks in your head.
Read MoreMinneapolis’ Cassette drops ‘Fumble (Kerry)’ single
New Music Friday: Dad Bod, Midi Memory, NewDad, Slow Pulp, More
New Music Friday: New music from Dad Bod, Midi Memory, NewDad, Slow Pulp, Henry Nowhere, BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON, and others.
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Midi Memory releases ‘Gone’, feat. CD Ghost
Midi Memory released'Gone', featuring CD Ghost. Released. by Spirit Goth, mixed and mastered by Kevin Flick of Puddlegum.Studio.
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SALES self-release ‘Can’t Be Yours Forever’ single
SALES independently release their first single since 2018, 'Can't Be Yours Forever', when they released 'Forever & Ever'. Be Yours Forever' retains the smooth vibe that their last full-length had. The song loops multiple elements, with simple guitar melodies playing over the loops.
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NEWDad drops ‘Ladybird’ single and video
Irish band NewDad has a new single and music video called Ladybird, out via Fair Youth, produced by Chris Ryan, and mixed by John Congleton.
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Yot Club releases ‘Alive’ single
Yot Club released the first single from his forthcoming EP, 'Santolina'. The new single, 'Alive', is a highly anticipated track, following the viral explosion of his 'YKWIM?' single. The EP will be released through Nice Guys, which Ryan Kaiser of Yot Club talked with Puddlegum earlier this year. Also, Ryan released a music video for 'Alive'.
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New Music Friday: Black Marble, Yot Club, Kowloon, CASTLEBEAT, More
New Music Friday: Single, LPs and EPs from Black Marble, Yot Club, CASTLEBEAT, Kowloon, Francis Moon, more.
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Italian producer Matilde Davoli to release second album, ‘Home’
Matilde Davoli is an Italian artist who is creating high-production dream pop, and has an album coming out on November 5, called 'Home'. She recently released her first single, 'Il Coraggio di Provare', the sole track sung in Italian (the song title means, "The Courage To Try").
Read MoreItalian producer Matilde Davoli to release second album, ‘Home’
Honeywhip releases ‘Pineapple Cloud’ single
Honeywhip released a bedroom pop groove called 'Pineapple Cloud'. The track was produced entirely by Honeywhip and self-released.
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TOPS release ‘Waiting’ single
TOPS quietly release a new single, 'Waiting', as they continue a month-long tour across the United States.
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Tame Werewolf: Chillwave from Iran
Iranian artist Tame Werewolf released a chillwave EP called Phasermania. Keivan Hosseini is the musician behind the project mixes retrowave and vocoder sounds in interesting arrangements.
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Brother. releases ‘Volume III’
me III, through Handwritten Records. This is their second LP (Volume II was an EP), one that they've been teasing since their Don't Worry single in 2019.
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New Music Friday: Starflyer 59, vhs ghost, hotel pools, the lassie foundation, more
New Music Friday: The Lassie Foundation, Starflyer 59, BROTHE SUN SISTER MOON, Hotel Pools, and many more.
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Omi Gelacio of Views From Space DISCUSSES NEW PROJECT and debut ‘POV’ single
Omi Gelacio talks with Puddlegum about his new dream pop Views From Space project. He also released the incredible debut single, 'POV', and music video, today. The song mixes, "dreamy, reverb, jangle guitars and vocals."
Read MoreOmi Gelacio of Views From Space DISCUSSES NEW PROJECT and debut ‘POV’ single
Beauty Queen drops ‘Hope It’s You’ single and video
Beauty Queen released a third single, 'Hope It's You', and music video from what we assume will be an album of songs through Sleep Well Records. This track is really polished, produced by Henry Moser of Henry Nowhere, and Beauty Queen's Katie Iannitello. A banjo opens the song and appears in the chorus, giving the song a fitting emotional edge.
Read MoreBeauty Queen drops ‘Hope It’s You’ single and video
Magnus Josefsson releases ‘December’ and ‘The Map’, featuring members from The Amazing, Dungen, The Ark, The Smiths
Magnus Josefsson has quite a background in the Swedish music scene, both as a producer, musician, and artist. His debut album features members of The Amazing, The Smiths, Dungen, The Ark, and is mastered by Simon Scott of Slowdive. These are progressive rock instrumentals you can get lost in.
Read MoreMagnus Josefsson releases ‘December’ and ‘The Map’, featuring members from The Amazing, Dungen, The Ark, The Smiths
Clean Hands: new project of Nick de Ryss (Day Wave)
Clean Hands is the bedroom pop project of Nick de Ryss, drummer for Day Wave. He has released two singles so far and they're brilliant!
Read MoreClean Hands: new project of Nick de Ryss (Day Wave)
Cathedral Bells release ‘I Don’t Care Anymore’ single
Cathedral Bells released I Don't Care Anymore, their first single since releasing their Ether LP earlier this year. Matt Messore and band wrote and recorded this song, and I (Kevin Flick of Puddlegum.Studio) had the pleasure of mixing and mastering the track. Spirit Goth released the single today as part of their Singles series.
Read MoreCathedral Bells release ‘I Don’t Care Anymore’ single
New Music Out Tonight: Cathedral Bells, Far Caspian
New Music Friday is just a few hours away, and here is a single and an album we're anticipating. Cathedral Bells are releasing a single called 'I Don't Care Anymore'. This is one that I (Kevin Flick) mixed and mastered. Prince Caspian is releasing his debut full-length, 'Ways To Get Out'. What we've heard so far is incredible.
Read MoreNew Music Out Tonight: Cathedral Bells, Far Caspian
New Adrian Prath single: ‘Out of Town’
Adrian Prath released a new single called 'Out Of Town', an outstanding track is full of texture and smooth vibes.
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Ghost Orange and VHS Ghost collab on ‘Night So Small’
VHS Ghost and Ghost Orange collaborate on a new lofi dream pop single, called 'Night So Small'.
Read MoreGhost Orange and VHS Ghost collab on ‘Night So Small’
New Music Friday: French Cassettes, Inning, JW Francis, Henry Nowhere, Orchid Mantis, bdrmm, Hovvdy
New music from French Cassettes, INNING, JW Francis, Henry Nowhere, Orchid Mantis, and bdrmm.
Read MoreNew Music Friday: French Cassettes, Inning, JW Francis, Henry Nowhere, Orchid Mantis, bdrmm, Hovvdy
Orchid Mantis releases ‘Visitations’ LP
Orchid Mantis released their sixth full-length, 'Visitations'. This new album reflects on new beginnings, following 'Far From This World' LP.
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Dead Rituals and Francis Moon release ‘Tangled Up’ single
Dead Rituals and Francis Moon collaborated on the 'Tangled Up' single, and released an acoustic version after it hit Fresh Finds: Indie.
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Hovvdy releases ‘Blindsided’ single and video
Hovvdy released their fourth single and music video, 'Blindsided', from their 'True Love' LP, which drops October 1.
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Review: JW Francis – ‘WANDERKID’ LP
While so many albums today feel like a conglomeration of singles, JW Francis' WANDERKID full-length is a phenomenal cohesive piece.
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Suiix releases powerful video for ‘The Great Nothing’
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New singles from King Hannah and Orchid Mantis.
New dark and beautiful singles from King Hannah and Orchid Mantis. Both artists will be releasing full-lengths soon.
Read MoreNew singles from King Hannah and Orchid Mantis.
Good Posture releases catchy bedroom pop single, ‘Last Time’
Good Posture released a bedroom pop tune called Last Time, his first single from CHANGIN EP, coming October 22. Good Posture is Joel Randles from Leipzig, Germany.
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New Music: Vern Matz, Secret Attraction, Mini Trees, The Forms
A surprise EP from Vern Matz, a limited cassette from Secret Attraction, the debut LP from Mini Trees, and a single + video from The Forms.
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Barrie releases ‘Dig’ single
Barrie released 'Dig', her first single since being featured on ford.'s 4:38am track. 'Dig' is fairly stripped back and percussive.
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Family Time release ‘New Positions’ single
Family Time released their first single in three years today, dropping New Positions. The single is a jazz and indie blend, utilizing space for each layer to fully develop.
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New Music: CASTLEBEAT, Tide Rider, Eagle Eyed Tiger, Ruby Haunt
New music Friday brings two singles from CASTLEBEAT and Tide Rider, and new LPs from Eagle Eyed Tiger and Ruby Haunt.
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NewDad releases music video for their debut ‘How’ single
NewDad released a music video for 'How', their debut single that they released in March, 2020.
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Stevie Nel – ‘We Were Once Wildflowers’ EP
Stevie Nel released his third bedroom pop EP of 2021, called 'We Were Once Wildflowers'.
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New Music: Orchid Mantis, Henry Nowhere, Hank Midnight, Black Marble
New singles from Orchid Mantis, Henry Nowhere, and Black Marble, and a new EP from Hank Midnight. Stream them on Puddlegum!
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Review: Men I Trust – ‘Untourable Album’
Men I Trust released a thirteen downtempo track album, called 'Untourable Album'. Puddlegum breaks down each song track by track.
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Fair Visions release new wave ‘Channel’ single
Fair Visions is a new wave project from Brooklyn by artist Ryan Work. He released 'Channel', from his forthcoming EP, Modern Kids.
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Starflyer 59 releases ‘Sunrise’ single from twentieth album, ‘Vanity’
Jason Martin is preparing to release his twentieth album called 'Vanity' through Cloud's Velvet Blue Music. He released the third single called Sunrise on August 20.
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Midi Memory discusses ‘Anywhere, Anytime’ single
Midi Memory is a new minimal synth side-project of Matt Messore of Cathedral Bells. They discuss their second single, 'Anywhere, Anytime' with Puddlegum.
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Hovvdy releases ‘Junior Day League’ and ‘Around Again’ (singles and videos)
Hovvdy released two singles and music videos, Junior Day League and Around Again. Both are fantastic, and will be on True Love, October 1.
Read MoreHovvdy releases ‘Junior Day League’ and ‘Around Again’ (singles and videos)
Foliage releases ‘Start a Fire’, feat. Andrew Younker (single)
Foliage released a new jangle pop single 'Start a Fire' that features Andrew Younker. The two released a split EP in 2018 called 'Split'.
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Review: Eyeclimber – Petrichor
Eyeclimber released a dream pop EP called Petrichor. This five track EP is the project of Berlin's Dominik Feike.
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Secret Attraction releases Sensitivity/Drifting EP
Secret Attraction released a new dream pop EP called Sensitivity/Drifting. This EP fits perfectly with A Love That Never Fades EP, released earlier this year.
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Review: Beauty Queen – ‘Real Life’
Beauty Queen released their first single of 2021 called Real Life, produced by Henry Moser (Henry Nowhere, Day Wave). This dream pop single is arguably their best work to date.
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Ruby Haunt – ‘Roman candle’ single and video
Ruby Haunt released 'Roman candle', the second single from their forthcoming 'Watching the Grass Grow'. They also released a music video.
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300D – ‘Grocery Vaping’ single
300D is a bedroom pop duo from Oakland. Grocery Vaping has lush vocal layers, light acoustic, organ-toned synth, light percussion, chamber pop strings.
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Black Marble releases ‘Somewhere’ single and video
Black Marble released 'Somewhere', the first single (and music video directed by Théo Sixou) from his fourth LP, 'Fast Idol'. The album will be released on October 22 through Sacred Bones.
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Niall Summerton Discusses his ‘Truth Inside’ single
Niall Summerton released Truth Inside, a laidback lo-fi jangle-pop single. This is a perfect late-night song to soak in. with the windows open and the lights dimmed
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Eyeclimber – ‘Doomed’ single
Eyeclimber has a new dream pop single called Doomed. The band also has a new EP coming out in August, 2021.
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Hovvdy releases ‘True Love’ single from LP
Hovvdy returns with True Love, their first studio single in 2021. True Love is the first single, a title track from their full-length.
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Review: Kowloon – Come Over (LP)
Kowloon released a full-length of playful, melancholic in tone, and are self-described as "danceable love songs."
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Dead Rituals release ‘Forget Me’ single
Dead Rituals, the moniker of Italian artist Andrea Caccese, released a new dreamy dark pop single, 'Forget Me'.
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New Artist: Blissing
Blissing blends bedroom jangle pop with rootsy vocals, vibey instrumentation, warm guitars, and a present vibraphone.
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Sungaze release ‘Body in the Mirror’ dreamgaze single
Sungaze released their second dreamgaze single, 'Body in the Mirror', from their forthcoming 'This Dream' LP. This guitar-driven song has a dreamy and a spacious 60's psychedelic sound with dreamgaze undertones.
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The Forms release ‘Southern Ocean’ 7″
The Forms have released their first music in ten years, dropping two new electro-pop singles as a 7": 'Southern Ocean', and 'Metadance'. The new singles were recorded by the brilliant Steve Albini of Electrical Audio.
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Review: Slow Pulp – ‘Deleted Scenes’ EP
Slow Pulp is releasing a 7" on Friday, June 25, called 'Deleted Scenes'. The vinyl will have two tracks: 'At It Again (Again)' and 'Iowa' (a version of 'Idaho').
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Coolhand Jax releases ‘You and Everybody’ lo-fi psych pop Single
Coolhand Jax released 'You and Everybody', a summery lo-fo psych pop single. This high energy guitar driven track is the second single from Jake Weissman's forthcoming sophomore release (out on Spirit Goth).
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Havana Swim Club Releases Perfect Summer Soundtrack
Havana Swim Club released their debut self-titled album, thirteen sample-based instrumentals that provide the perfect summer soundtrack. These tracks are addictive, blending tropical sounds of Jamaican Ska and Latin Jazz with chillwave and dreampop synth sounds and beats.
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Hotel Pools – ‘Palmscapes’
Hotel Pools released their fourth dream-synth pop LP, called Palmscapes. Ben Braun of Portland, Oregon, is the artist behind Hotel Pools has consistently created incredible instrumental electronic tracks since he began in 2018.
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Husbands release Must Be A Cop, Burn The Witches (singles)
Husbands released their first songs of 2021: 'Must Be A Cop', and 'Burn The Witches'. Both of these songs are golden.
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Jeshua – ‘Unreliable Narrator’ (LP)
If you enjoy minimalistic bedroom pop, you'll love 'Unreliable Narrator' by Jeshua. These are straightforward songs with honest sounds.
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Secret Attraction – ‘A Love That Never Fades’ (EP)
Secret Attraction released a new dreampop EP, 'A Love That Never Fades' through Stratford CT. The songs perfectly captures vibes from the 80s.
Read MoreSecret Attraction – ‘A Love That Never Fades’ (EP)
Adrian Prath – ‘SFO Dreams’ (video)
Adrian Prath released a music video for a new single called 'SFO Dreams'. It has a beautiful melancholic vibe.
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New Eagle Eyed Tiger single, and Tuvaband full-length
Eagle Eyed Tiger released 'Descend (The Inverted Pyramid)' as his first single from 'Untether, Unravel' album. Tuvaband released 'Growing Pains & Pleasures', her third LP.
Read MoreNew Eagle Eyed Tiger single, and Tuvaband full-length
Yot Club quietly releases ‘SaveYourProgress’
Yot Club released 'SaveYourProgress' on SoundCloud and BandCamp. Ryan's songs have had recent success with over 26 million streams of 'YKWIM?', putting him in Rolling Stones' Breakthrough 25, leading to him signing to Elektra Records.
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Premiere: Tape Waves – Reverse Rewind (feat. Matt Messore)
Puddlegum premieres a new single from Tape Waves called 'Reverse Rewind' from their forthcoming 'BRIGHT' LP. The full-length will be released June 4, 2021.
Read MorePremiere: Tape Waves – Reverse Rewind (feat. Matt Messore)
Music Videos: Hause Plants, TEEN BLUSH
Music videos by Hause Plants and TEEN BLUSH. Hause Plants release their third single, 'Only You' from their forthcoming EP. TEEN BLUSH releases 'Ghost', his second music video of 2021.
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New Singles: Ghost Prom, S. E. Webster, Francis Moon and The Hollow Men, Martin Inghardt
Debut single from Ghost Prom, a new new song by S. E. Webster, an acoustic version from Francis Moon and The Hollow Men, and a single from Martin Inghardt
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Whales & This Lake released You Don’t Calm Me Down Anymore
Norwegian band Whales & This Lake released 'You Don't Calm Me Down Anymore', their first single from their forthcoming EP. The EP will be released May 28 via Koke Plate.
Read MoreWhales & This Lake released You Don’t Calm Me Down Anymore
R. Missing releases ‘Crimeless’ single, remixes by GusGus and The KVB
R. Missing releases an electro noir pop single, 'Crimeless', and remixes by GusGus and The KVB through Sugarcane Records.
Read MoreR. Missing releases ‘Crimeless’ single, remixes by GusGus and The KVB
New Singles: Joyce, Mons Vi, Trankilo, Boo
New lo-fi bedroom pop singles from Joyce and Mons Vi, and debut chillwave tracks by Trankilo and Boo.
Read MoreNew Singles: Joyce, Mons Vi, Trankilo, Boo
Review: Jeshua – ‘Esther’ (single)
Glasgow dream pop artist Jeshua released his fourth single, 'Esther', from his forthcoming EP 'Unreliable Narrator'.
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New music: Postcards, Kirk Francis, Tim Ayre, D’Indigo
New music from Postcards, Kirk Francis, Tim Ayre, D'Indigo. These artists are from Lebanon, Australia, UK, and Mississippi.
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Review: Vilde – ‘Holograms’ (single)
Vilde releases his third single, 'Holograms', from his forthcoming EP, 'Talking To Strangers'. 'Holograms' is about his changing "autobiographical narrative."
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New Music: BEHARIE, Placid Cactus, High Sunn, Telephone Melts
Stunning indie-soul EP from BEHARIE, new singles from Placid Cactus and Telephone Melts, and a new lo-fi guitar pop EP by High Sunn.
Read MoreNew Music: BEHARIE, Placid Cactus, High Sunn, Telephone Melts
Review: Jaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger – Blooms EP
Jaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger teams up to release a split EP called 'Blooms'. This EP is a special experience that feels seamless. It's remarkable EP, a unique split album that feels cohesive in every note.
Read MoreReview: Jaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger – Blooms EP
New Music: Talkie, Mini Trees, Cousin Luke, Carey Clayton
New dreampop and bedroom pop singles from Talkie, Mini Trees, Cousin Luke, Carey Clayton. We're confident you'll enjoy these artists.
Read MoreNew Music: Talkie, Mini Trees, Cousin Luke, Carey Clayton
Review: Stray Fossa – ‘With You For Ever’ (A STUNNING LP)
Stray Fossa's 'With You For Ever' full-length is fantastic, from beginning to end. Their debut album is evident of countless hours of jamming and performing together, and allowing each member to contribute holistically.
Read MoreReview: Stray Fossa – ‘With You For Ever’ (A STUNNING LP)
New music: Josh Fudge, NYIKO, Le Forte, Moon Panda
New single from Josh Fudge, a track from NYIKO's debut LP, a single from Le Forte, and a music video/single from Moon Panda.
Read MoreNew music: Josh Fudge, NYIKO, Le Forte, Moon Panda
Old Sea Brigade – ‘Mirror Moon’
Old Sea Brigade released a new single and music video, 'Mirror Moon', on April 9. This is the fourth single that has been released from his forthcoming album 'Motivational Speaking', which will be released on May 14 through Nettwerk.
Read MoreOld Sea Brigade – ‘Mirror Moon’
New Singles: Kowloon, COLYER, Temple In Man, MAZ’N
New singles from Kowloon, Colyer, Temple In Man, MAZ'N.
Read MoreNew Singles: Kowloon, COLYER, Temple In Man, MAZ’N
New Singles: Pala Zolo, Bloom Phase, Utopian Dictator, HOLY SHIP
New music from Pala Zolo, Bloom Phase, Utopian Dictator, Holy Ship. Three of these artists mix elements of synthwave, and one is a shoegaze artist.
Read MoreNew Singles: Pala Zolo, Bloom Phase, Utopian Dictator, HOLY SHIP
Review: Henry Nowhere – ‘No Place To Be’ (EP)
Henry Nowhere’s No Place To Be begins as an easy, breezy surf rock gem. Play it at a summer party and everyone will nod their heads in agreement - this is good stuff.
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Conversation with Phantom Handshakes
Phantom Handshakes discuss their collaboration, how they formed, their writing process, and their forthcoming album, 'No More Summer Songs'.
Read MoreConversation with Phantom Handshakes
Caveman release ‘Helpless’ NEW WAVE single
Caveman released New Wave 'Helpless' single, from their forthcoming 'Smash' LP. They're releasing 'Smash' in July via Fortune Tellers Music.
Read MoreCaveman release ‘Helpless’ NEW WAVE singleJaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger release ‘Autumn Fire’ (from Blooms EP)
Jaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger release their second single, 'Autumn Fire', from their forthcoming 'Blooms' EP.
Read MoreJaguar Sun and Jesse Maranger release ‘Autumn Fire’ (from Blooms EP)
Review: Blue Tomorrows – ‘Future Proof’ LP
Blue Tomorrows’ record is a cozy, centered puzzle box with a surprising amount of mechanics under the hood. With a clear dream pop impulse at its core, Future Proof' utilizes a clever array of instrumentation, which often blend into a snug wall of sound.
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Premiere: Starrgazy debuts with ‘Flying’ Single and video
Puddlegum is pleased to premiere the debut music video (and single) of a new dream pop duo called Starrgazy. Ben Wesley Morgan and Lucie Hill of Cornwall, UK, formed Starrgazy during the pandemic. They're releasing their debut single, Flying, tomorrow (April 2nd).
Read MorePremiere: Starrgazy debuts with ‘Flying’ Single and video
Review: Vern Matz – ‘Funny Water’ (Single)
Vern Matz's 'Funny Water' has less of a folk sound, and more of a loose indie rock feel. The song is pure lo-fi grit, driving yet relaxed. Their new material is more exploratory, with bendy tones, and loose jams.
Read MoreReview: Vern Matz – ‘Funny Water’ (Single)
Hause Plants release Shoegazey ‘Summer Salt’
Hause Plants release a shoegazey single 'Summer Salt', and a brilliantly directed music video. The song is "a witty take on modern day boredom."
Read MoreHause Plants release Shoegazey ‘Summer Salt’
Review: Omi Gelacio releases Dreamy ‘Tell Me’ single
Omi Gelacio has released four bedroom pop singles in 2021. His music has a washed out dream pop sound, with lo-fi tones. He mixes a drum machine, surf-pop guitar, simple synths, dreamy background vocals, and lush vocals that are pushed down into the mix.
Read MoreReview: Omi Gelacio releases Dreamy ‘Tell Me’ single
Review: Velvet Vision release their debut Self-Titled synth pop EP
Velvet Vision released their debut self-titled synth pop EP. Velvet Vision is the solo moniker of the talented Santa Fe artist Betty Taylor.
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Review: TESSEL – ‘Cinema’ (single)
TESSEL released a fun jangle pop single, Cinema. It follows their hook filled indie pop 'Family Time'.
Read MoreReview: TESSEL – ‘Cinema’ (single)
New Music: JW Francis, Remington Super 60
New JW Francis single, 'Maybe', that was years in the making. And Norwegian band Remington super 60 released Nouvelle Nouveau EP.
Read MoreNew Music: JW Francis, Remington Super 60
Shady Groves – ‘Smoulder’ single and video
Shady Groves release their fifth single, 'Smoulder', from their forthcoming 'Dreamboat' full-length. Shady Groves is a collective between Adam Fitzgerald of Underflow Records and Dylan Caron.
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Beach Vacation releases ‘Lost In Sight’ Single
Following up on their debut full-length they released in November, Beach Vacation released a single today, Lost In Sight.
Read MoreBeach Vacation releases ‘Lost In Sight’ Single
Lightning Bug releases ‘The Right Thing Is Hard To Do’ Single
Lightning Bug releases 'The Right Thing Is Hard To Do', the first single from their forthcoming album, 'A Color Of The Sky' (via Fat Possum Records).
Read MoreLightning Bug releases ‘The Right Thing Is Hard To Do’ Single
Conversation with Gregory Jameswood (The Leontini Vernacular): Shoegaze and Philosophy
Gregory Jameswood of Nossiennes talks with Puddlegum about his solo project The Leontini Vernacular, shoegaze, guitar pedals, and his love for philosophy.
Read MoreConversation with Gregory Jameswood (The Leontini Vernacular): Shoegaze and Philosophy
dad sports release a fun lo-fi video for ‘MANY FACES’
There's a new dad sports music video for their fifth single, 'MANY FACES'. This is a fun home video, filmed with camcorders, and intentionally lo-fi. 'MANY FACES' is off their forthcoming EP titled 'I AM JUST A BOY LEAVE ME ALONE !!!'
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Cannons release ‘Bad Dream’ single
Cannons follows with 'Bad Dream' after 'Fire For You' hit number one on Billboard Alternative Chart and Alternative Radio.
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New Singles: Benedikt, Tuvaband, Velvet Vision, Brother.
New singles: a beautiful Benedikt folk sinlge, a dreamy Tuvaband song, an electro pop Velvet Vision debut, and a dreamy Brother. single.
Read MoreNew Singles: Benedikt, Tuvaband, Velvet Vision, Brother.
Review: Julien Baker – ‘Little Oblivions’
Julien Baker’s 3rd record 'Little Oblivions' is ambitious and adventurous, although it never quite moves beyond a flat plane, both in dynamism and sonic invention. That’s certainly not a bad thing, and it speaks to Baker’s focus on the here and now.
Read MoreReview: Julien Baker – ‘Little Oblivions’
New Music: New Dad, Post Sixty Five, Wy, Major Murphy
New singles and videos from New Dad, Post Sixty Five, Wy, and Major Murphy.
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Review: Blue Canopy – ‘Sleep While You Can’ EP
Blue Canopy released a psych pop EP titled Sleep While You Can, their second in eleven months. The three songs on this EP cross between dream pop and a technical psychedelic sound.
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Review: Dad Bod – ‘The Drifter’ (Single and video)
Dad Bod released a really chill downtempo bedroom pop single called The Drifter via Nice Guys.
Read MoreReview: Dad Bod – ‘The Drifter’ (Single and video)
Phantom Handshakes release ‘Cricket Songs’ single
Phantom Handshakes release their second dream pop single, 'Cricket Songs', from their forthcoming LP, 'No More Summer Songs'.
Read MorePhantom Handshakes release ‘Cricket Songs’ single
Damien Jurado announces new album, and launches Maraqopa Records
Damien Jurado announced 'The Monster Who Hated Pennsylvania' will be released on his new label, Maraqopa Records, on May 14, 2021.
Read MoreDamien Jurado announces new album, and launches Maraqopa Records
Japanese Breakfast releases ‘Be Sweet’ single and video
Japanese Breakfast released the first single and music video, 'Be Sweet', from their forthcoming album, 'Jubilee'. Also, Michelle Zauner is releasing a memoir, 'Crying In H Mart'.
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Review: BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON – ‘Try’
BROTHER SUN SISTER MOON is a band from Osaka, Japan, and their latest single, 'Try', has us hooked.
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New Singles: Josh Fudge, Henry Nowhere
New singles from Josh Fudge and Henry Nowhere. Josh Fudge brings us a 3 minute bedroom funk jam, 'FEEL LIKE', and Henry Nowhere has a chill dreampop song 'Say You're Okay'.
Read MoreNew Singles: Josh Fudge, Henry Nowhere
Video Premiere: ASIA IMBISS – ‘Letter To My Haters’
Puddlegum premieres the ASIA IMBISS video of 'Letter To My Haters'. This debut single has a lo-fi indie pop sound, full of hooks.
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Yot Club – ‘normal / ideal’, ‘bleach beach’ EP, and ‘how can i complain’
Yot Club released two singles and an EP on BandCamp: 'normal / ideal', 'bleach beach EP', and 'how can i complain'. We review all six songs.
Read MoreYot Club – ‘normal / ideal’, ‘bleach beach’ EP, and ‘how can i complain’
Adrian Prath – ‘Vancouver Dreaming’ (single)
Berlin artist Adrian Prath released Vancouver Dreaming, a soothing and smooth dream pop single.
Read MoreAdrian Prath – ‘Vancouver Dreaming’ (single)
RALPH TV releases ‘4 U’ single
Brighton artists RALPH TV released a new dream pop song, '4 U', through Nice Guys. '4 U' is about the give and take of love and "mundane repetition."
Read MoreRALPH TV releases ‘4 U’ single
Vern Matz: ‘Fish Tank’ (single and video)
Vern matz released a new single, 'Fish Tank' through Nice Guys. The song is accompanied by a music video of cold winter scenes in Minnesota.
Read MoreVern Matz: ‘Fish Tank’ (single and video)
New Music: José González, FM Towns, Thunder Dreamer
José González released his first single in five years, 'El Invento', accompanied by a video. New music from FM Towns, and Thunder Dreamer released a single via Instagram and Facebook.
Read MoreNew Music: José González, FM Towns, Thunder Dreamer
Violet Choir debuts with self-titled synthwave ep
Violet Choir released their synthwave self-titled debut EP. They have really developed a stunning sound that mixes electronica, layers of synth, electric guitar, drum machines, and more synthesizers.
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Secret Attraction releases ‘True Love EP’
Secret Attraction released a luscious three-track EP, 'True Love EP', his sixth EP since 2018.
Read MoreSecret Attraction releases ‘True Love EP’
Kowloon: Late Last Night (single)
Kowloon released another ridiculously addictive bedroom pop single, 'Late Last Night', his seventh since debuting in early 2020.
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dad sports releases ‘nrvs again’ (single and video)
dad sports released a new single, 'nrvs again', and a music video directed by Noah Keckler. They also announced their debut EP, 'I AM JUST A BOY LEAVE ME ALONE !!!' to be released March 19, 2021.
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Stray Fossa releases ‘Orange Days’ single and music video
Stray Fossa released their second single, 'Orange Days' from their forthcoming debut album, 'With You For Ever'. Daniel Belgrad reviews the single and music video.
Read MoreStray Fossa releases ‘Orange Days’ single and music video
Bradley Thomas Turner of Ösla releases mock film noir soundtrack
Bradley Thomas Turner of Ösla has released The Sounds of Bradley Thomas Turner (Major Motion Picture Original Sountrack). This fun 16-track baroque pop soundtrack was written for an imagined film noir that doesn’t exist.
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New Music: Phantom Handshakes, TESSEL, Major Murphy, Dead Rituals
New music from Phantom Handshakes, video from TESSEL, new single from Major Murphy (and an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! with Waxahatchee), and a stripped down live acoustic video by Dead Rituals.
Read MoreNew Music: Phantom Handshakes, TESSEL, Major Murphy, Dead Rituals
Review: TOLEDO – ‘Jockeys of Love’
In 'Jockeys of Love', TOLEDO thoroughly focuses in upon an exacting musical vision; there is only positive building, climbing closer and closer towards the sublime.
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Unwed Sailor releases single, ‘Blitz’ and Announces Album
Unwed Sailor announces full-length, 'Truth or Consequences', and releases first single, 'Blitz'. The LP will be released on Spartan Records.
Read MoreUnwed Sailor releases single, ‘Blitz’ and Announces Album
Men I Trust releases ‘Tides’ Single
Montreal artists Men I Trust premiered a new single, Tides, on YouTube (on Feb. 11). The fully independent band has a Canadian and European tour lined up
Read MoreMen I Trust releases ‘Tides’ Single
New Singles: Hause Plants, Benedikt, Henry Nowhere
New singles from Hause Plants, Benedikt, and Henry Nowhere! Hause Plants is a dream pop artist from Portugal. Benedikt is a nine-piece band from Norway, and Henry Nowhere is a Los Angelas songwriter.
Read MoreNew Singles: Hause Plants, Benedikt, Henry Nowhere
The Innocence Mission reissues ‘Birds Of My Neighborhood’
The Innocence Mission reissues their 1999 album 'Birds of My Neighborhood' on vinyl, a foundational album of theirs that began to set the tone future albums.
Read MoreThe Innocence Mission reissues ‘Birds Of My Neighborhood’
Saintseneca releases reflective single, ‘All You’ve Got Is Everyone’
Saintseneca releases single 'All You've Got Is Everyone', their first in fourteen months, reflective on missing his friends at the end of 2020.
Read MoreSaintseneca releases reflective single, ‘All You’ve Got Is Everyone’
New singles: Cathedral Bells, Talkie, Niall Summerton, ICELANDIA
New singles from Cathedral Bells, Talkie, Niall Summerton, and ICELANDIA!
Read MoreNew singles: Cathedral Bells, Talkie, Niall Summerton, ICELANDIA
TEEN BLUSH releases Extra Ordinary single and video
TEEN BLUSH releases 'Extra Ordinary' bedroom pop single and music video. The video was produced by Dad Sports and directed by Noah Keckler.
Read MoreTEEN BLUSH releases Extra Ordinary single and video
New Music: Vilde, Rehearse Living, R. Missing, Apocolypse L8er
New dreampop and electronic music from Vilde, Rehearsed Living, R. Missing, apocolypse l8er.
Read MoreNew Music: Vilde, Rehearse Living, R. Missing, Apocolypse L8er
Stray Fossa release Incredible Single: ‘How Come?’
Stray Fossa released 'How Come?', a single from their forthcoming LP, their first LP since they began releasing music in 2018.
Read MoreStray Fossa release Incredible Single: ‘How Come?’
New Music: Ferdous, Cathedral Bells, Yot Club, Yumi Zouma
Ferdous releases debut EP, Cathedral Bells releases music video for Dark Aura, Yot Club drops Rental Car, and Yumi Zouma goes unplugged.
Read MoreNew Music: Ferdous, Cathedral Bells, Yot Club, Yumi Zouma
Ruby Haunt releases Reverse Creek (Single and Video)
Ruby Haunt releases the single/video Reverse Creek, the first single for their forthcoming Snow Angel / Reverse Creek EP.
Read MoreRuby Haunt releases Reverse Creek (Single and Video)
New Single: TOLEDO – Dog Has Its Day
There’s a lot to love on TOLEDO’s newest single, a high fidelity extension of their bedroom pop instincts, a beautiful slice of Americana, alongside a friendly hang-out mentality.
Read MoreNew Single: TOLEDO – Dog Has Its Day
Major Murphy releases Shoegazey single Access
Major Murphy released the first dreamy shoegaze single from their forthcoming sophomore album, the title-track 'Access'. 'Access' is a fuzzy guitar-driven anthem that is one of hope and discovery.
Read MoreMajor Murphy releases Shoegazey single Access
Review: Henry Nowhere – Think About Me (EP)
Henry Nowhere released a dreamy bedroom pop EP titled Think About Me. This is the first of three EPs that will be released in a short period of time through Sleep Well Records.
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New Music: Cathedral Bells, Molly Burch, Hovvdy, Aero Flynn
Starting 2021 right with ew music from Cathedral Bells, Molly Burch + Wild Nothing, Hovvdy, and Aero Flynn.
Read MoreNew Music: Cathedral Bells, Molly Burch, Hovvdy, Aero Flynn
Premiere: Ösla – Elko EP
Puddlegum premieres Ösla's new Elko EP, to be released December 29, 2020. We had the opportunity to talk with Henry about Ösla and their creative process in producing this simplistic yet sophisticated EP.
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Review: Del Claro – Been Dreaming
Del Claro mixes programmed beats and layers of synth tones, with warm and dreamy guitars. Puddlegum reviews Del Claro's Been Dreaming EP.
Read MoreReview: Del Claro – Been DreamingToledo releases new single and video: It’s Alive!
TOLEDO released a new single 'It's Alive!', and an animated music video. This single is acoustic driven and continues the soft sounds heard on 'Challenger', though a little more downtempo.
Read MoreToledo releases new single and video: It’s Alive!
Review: Vern Matz – Minnesota Dancing
Vern Matz's 'Minnesota Dancing' is a great album you'll want to traverse through while intentionally listening. These songs evoke strong emotions and feels intimate, vulnerable, and complete.
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New artists: King Hannah, Ben Kingston, Teethe
Three new artists and bands: King Hannah, Ben Kingston, and Teethe, each releasing their debut EP, single and LP (respectively).
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New Music from Adrian Prath, Tide Rider, Honeywhip
Adrian Prath has a music video for Vancouver Dreaming, Tide Rider released Santa Barbara Heartbreak single, and Honeywhip has a single called Vacation, and a new one out 12/3/20.
Read MoreNew Music from Adrian Prath, Tide Rider, Honeywhip
Conversation: Husbands talk covers and recording
Husbands talk with Puddlegum about recording covers, a Roland synth they picked up, and their recording process (LP 3 is in the works).
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Review: Cathedral Bells – Invisible
Cathedral Bells bring us 'Invisible', a new lo-fi dream pop single from their forthcoming album (to be released via Spirit Goth).
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Debris Discs releases electropop single ‘Save My Life’
Debris Discs released a new electropop single, Save My Life, which has an intriguing chilllwave sound. The song is both energetic yet soothing at the same time.
Read MoreDebris Discs releases electropop single ‘Save My Life’Videos and singles from Vilde, DAD SPORTS, Far Caspian, The Weather Station
Videos and singles from Vilde, Dad Sports, Far Caspian, and The Weather Stations.
Read MoreVideos and singles from Vilde, DAD SPORTS, Far Caspian, The Weather Station
Review: Slow Pulp – Moveys
Slow Pulp is strikingly reminiscent of 90s bands, while also standing in as a poster child for a fast developing branch of indie music that was born from the world of bedroom pop.
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Video Premiere: Coolhand Jax – Wanna Watch U Move
Puddlegum premieres a Coolhand Jax music video for Wanna Watch U Move, lo-fi bedroom psych pop that puts you on your feet.
Read MoreVideo Premiere: Coolhand Jax – Wanna Watch U Move
Review: Angelo De Augustine – Blue
Angelo De Augustine continues to build on his impressive catalogue of work with the release of Blue. His ability to create innocent, soothing, and emotive songs with his rounded nylon guitar, high falsetto, backed by Sufjan's voice, reveal his musical genius.
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Four Dream Pop singles: Oslo Parks, French Cassettes, and Talkie
Dream pop singles from French Cassettes, Oslo Parks, and Talkie.
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New Singles from Ferdous, Benedikt, Orchid Mantis, and Far Caspian
New dream pop singles from Ferdous, Benedikt, Orchid Mantis, and Far Caspian.
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Three Dream Pop Videos To Not Miss: Thunder Dreamer, Dead Rituals, and Monad
Three dream pop music videos to not miss, from: Thunder Dreamer, Dead Rituals, and Monad. Thunder Dreamer released a video for Of A Million, a standout song from their new EP. Dead Rituals hails from Naples, Italy, and their latest EP was tracked while traveling the US, Australia, and Europe. Israeli artist Monad covers Cocteau Twins, 30 years after Heaven Or Las Vegas was released.
Read MoreThree Dream Pop Videos To Not Miss: Thunder Dreamer, Dead Rituals, and Monad
ford. Releases Hypnotic Video for Fruit&Sun
ford. is twenty year-old producer Luc Bradford from Utah, who writes lofi beat driven electronic songs that are both chill and yet full of energy. On November 10, ford. released a hypnotic video for Fruit&Sun, animated by Mitch Pond.
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Review: CASTLEBEAT – Melodrama
The music of Melodrama has the feeling of rushing past you, moving from the front of your ear to the back until it releases in a fog. The blurriness of the record is a peaceful high, but the faded catharsis also belies a certain pain. As Melodrama becomes progressively pensive, the brightness of CASTLEBEAT gives way to a muted melancholy.
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Review: Eagle Eyed Tiger – Smile for the Camera
Eagle Eyed Tiger released an incredible dreamwave LP titled Smile for the Camera. A producer from NYC, Eagle Eyed Tiger crosses genres that blend as a throwback, mixing synthwave, retro sounds, reverb drenched guitar licks, funk, and tweaked out beats.
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Review: Simen Mitlid – Birds; or, Stories from Charlie B’s Travels From Grønland to the Sun, and Back Again
Simen Mitlid is a songwriter from Oslo, who writes incredibly beautiful dream folk songs, capitalizing on the art of subtlety to create an immense dreamscape. "Birds; or, Stories from Charlie B’s Travels From Grønland to the Sun, and Back Again" becomes more brilliant with every listen as you digest the songs, sounds, and the movement between the tracks.
Read MoreReview: Simen Mitlid – Birds; or, Stories from Charlie B’s Travels From Grønland to the Sun, and Back Again
Yumi Zouma: Reimagining Truth or Consequences
Just as Yumi Zouma released their third album, Truth or Consequences, an album they spent two years perfecting, the first COVID-19 wave crashed around the world. The night before the album was released, the band opened their album-supporting tour before a sold-out crowd. According to their Bandcamp page, as they walked off the stage the band was informed that WHO had declared COVID-19 a pandemic. The anticipated tour was canceled and everything was halted.
Read MoreYumi Zouma: Reimagining Truth or Consequences
Premiere: UGEN – ‘Death Couldn’t Remind You’
UGEN is premiering his single 'Death Couldn’t Remind You', a swirling psychedelic soundscape that certainly creates a vibe that draws you in.
Read MorePremiere: UGEN – ‘Death Couldn’t Remind You’
Premiere: Vern Matz – ‘Rabbit God’ Music Video
Puddlegum is premiering the Vern Matz music video for 'Rabbit God'. We also caught up with Danny Belgrad about the video, their creative process, and their forthcoming EP!
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New Music: Alex Siegel, Bed Scene, Adolescentes Sin Edad, Sebastian Mayor
New music from Alex Siegel, Bed Scene, Adolscentes Sin Edad, and Sebastian Mayor
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Conversation: Yellow Dudes, Dreampop from Mexico
Yellow Dudes is a dreampop band from Tepic, Nayarit, México. We talked with Carlos of Yellow Dudes recently about their music, creative process, and a new EP they’re working on.
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Review: Kowloon – ‘Paradise’
'Paradise' by Kowloon is a beautifully crafted combination of luscious indie/bedroom pop and electronic music.
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New Music: Adrian Prath, Small Forward, TIPLING ROCK, Josh Fudge
New music from Adrian Prath, Small Forward, Tipling Rock, and Josh Fudge.
Read MoreNew Music: Adrian Prath, Small Forward, TIPLING ROCK, Josh Fudge
Tape: Yot Club – The Bay
View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUDDLEGUM.TAPES: ANALOG GEMS (@puddlegum.tapes) on Jun 1, 2020 at 7:00am PDT Yot Club has two new singles, The Bay and Spiral Stairs. Ryan Kaiser‘s song sits perfectly with this 22 year old’s lo-fi bedroom pop releases. Spiral Stairs, his most recent single, is from a forthcoming collection of songs, Nature Machine, coming out July 14. We’re excited to share The Bay as our next Puddlegum.tape installment Ryan shared with Puddlegum, “I slowed down and really took my time when I made this ep and I definitely think it shows.” He also…
Video Premiere: Cathedral Bells – ‘Undertow’
Puddlegum is premiering a new music video by Cathedral Bells, for the song 'Undertow'. Shot by Molly Mary O’Brien of Audiofemme, the video clips of close-up foliage and flowers, and distant ocean waves shift between being fully saturated in color to grayscale. It's a great video that matches this dreampop bop well.
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Tapes: Choo – ‘Who Cares?’
View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUDDLEGUM.TAPES: ANALOG GEMS (@puddlegum.tapes) on May 28, 2020 at 3:13pm PDT Jonathan Chiu creates music under the name of Choo, and his latest bedroom pop single Who Cares? is one that we’ve thoroughly enjoyed. His sound is very relaxing and carries naturally, driven by a drum loop, jazz-influenced guitar, synths that help fill the soundscape, and vocals that act as texture. Jonathan records in his small New York City apartment, building songs in his downtime. Choo mixes in movie clips and samples that help express the vibe of the song, and…
New Music: PYNKIE – ‘Unbelievable’
PYNKIE's 'Unbelievable' is the first blissed-out single off a collaboration EP with artist/producer Social Media (John Messina) titled 'Pensacola'.
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Tapes: Lev Snowe – ‘Someday Soon’
View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUDDLEGUM.TAPES: ANALOG GEMS (@puddlegum.tapes) on May 27, 2020 at 7:00am PDT Lev Snowe mixes dream pop elements of chorus-laden guitars with psych-pop and a propensity of washed-out sounds. Snowe is another reason to believe that Canadians are leading the dream pop movement. You’ll find him in his home studio in Winnipeg, creating danceable songs that are easy to drive to or crank on the speakers while your friends are over. Someday Soon is the title track from his recent January release. You’ll find fuzzed-out guitars, electronic beats mixed with saturated drums,…
Tapes: Niall Summerton – ‘All That I Know Is I Don’t Know’
Niall Summerton's 'All That I Know Is I Don’t Know' feels fresh, with its inviting indie folk sounds. The song feels instinctual and almost effortless. Open the windows, feel the summer breeze, and take this gem in.
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Tapes: Orchid Mantis – ‘Midi Memory’
View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUDDLEGUM.TAPES: ANALOG GEMS (@puddlegum.tapes) on May 25, 2020 at 8:05am PDT Orchid Mantis might not need much of an introduction. Thomas Howard of Atlanta, Georgia began this experimental project in 2014, and his music has been widely embraced. On May 20, he self-released Compositions on Midi & Tape, a six-track EP that finds Howard entrancing his listeners for 22 minutes. He has released seven EPs and five LPs in just six years, and this is his third EP in 2020. Where Long Division (his first EP of 2020) tweaked guitar, synth,…
Tapes: Shimmertraps – ‘Plume’
Plume by Shimmertraps is a psychedelic dreampop single with an addicting melody that plays off a pumping effect, creating a serious hook.
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Tapes: Secret Attraction – ‘True’
View this post on Instagram A post shared by PUDDLEGUM.TAPES: ANALOG GEMS (@puddlegum.tapes) on May 24, 2020 at 8:26am PDT Secret Attraction is working on their next full-length due out later this year. They just released demos of three songs, Summer Demos EP, as a taste of what to expect. We’re happy to share a sample of Secret Attraction’s True demo as our second installment of Puddlegum.tapes. Hailing from Phoenix, Arizona, Secret Attraction’s Summer Demos is their sixth EP since they started releasing music four years ago. Their forthcoming full-length will be their third LP, and will be released by…
Puddlegum Mixtape: tape six
Twenty two summer bedroom and dream pop tracks. This tape will help you start the summer right. Available on YouTube, Spotify, and SoundCloud.
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Tapes: Bathrobe – ‘Flashbacks’
Bathrobe is a Portland bedroom pop project by Rob Burton. They recently released a single, 'Flashbacks', a lo-fi cassette jam we can’t stop rewinding and hitting play.
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Video Premiere: Stray Fossa – These Days (live In Our Garden)
Video premiere of Stray Fossa's live music video for 'These Days', debuting on Puddlegum.
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Caveman Releases ‘You Got A Feeling’ Music Video
Caveman released a music video for 'You Got A Feeling', yesterday. The single is from their 'New Sides' EP.
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Mix Review: Fat Heart – Glass Self
London musician Jack Bzowski is releasing music under the moniker of Fat Heart. Jack performs and recorded everything on his impressive debut EP, Everything Is. We really enjoy this bedroom pop single, Glass Self.
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Mix Review: H.Moon – Trustblood
Puddlegum reviews the mix of "Trustblood" by H.MOON (Philip Ekström of The Mary Onettes). "Trustblood" is the title track of H.MOON's standout debut album.
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Conversation With Jaguar Sun, And Mix Review Of ‘Those Days’
Puddlegum had the opportunity to talk with Chris Minielly of Jaguar Sun, an Ontario artist, about his new single, 'Those Days', about his music, and his creative process.
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Puddlegum Mixtape: tape five
This tape is lowkey chill, so relax and take it in. Artist names link to the Bandcamp page (or alternative), and song name links to the song on Bandcamp (or Spotify when not available on Bandcamp). If the video in the YouTube playlist is a music video, the tracks below are marked “(Video)”. Otherwise, the songs are album art videos. SIDE AStarflyer 59 – This ReclinerI Break Horses – Death Engine (Video)Boycrush – 100% Lord Echo Remix (feat. Yumi Zouma)Sandy – Not ThereMunya – Boca Chica (Video)92914 – Koh (album ver.)Haux – CalicoVern Matz – Bssh (Video) SIDE BJaguar Sun…
Mix Review: I Break Horses – Warnings
Swedish band, I Break Horses have released their first album in six years, called Warnings (Bella Union). This album acts as a soundtrack to our difficult times.
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New Music: Spissy, 92914, and Angelo De Augustine
New music from Spissy, 92914, and Angelo De Augustine.
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Mix Review: Denison Witmer – American Foursquare
Denison Witmer is a sincere and sensitive storyteller, a genuine songwriter, and American Foursquare is a calm and soothing masterpiece. Everything about this album feels natural and unforced.
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Conversation with Mini Trees and Mix Review of Want Me To Stay
Puddlegum talked with Lexi Vega of Mini Trees about her new bedroom pop single, Want Me To Stay, and forthcoming EP, Slip Away. Her new downtempo single is brilliant and is one of the best songs I've heard recently.
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Conversation with Cathedral Bells about ‘Velvet Spirit’ and new single, ‘Undertow’
Puddlegum interviewed Matthew Messore of bedroom dreampop Cathedral Bells about 'Velvet Spirit' and his next single, 'Undertow'.
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New Music: Mini Trees, Vilde, Headclouds, Jonah Yano, Dive Index
New music from Mini Trees, Vilde, Headclouds, Jonah Yano, Dive Index, and Spirit Goth's Springtime Comp (Cassette Club).
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Conversation with J.T. Oneal of Riarosa On Writing 100 Songs, and Recording Gear.
Puddlegum talks with J.T. Oneal about Riarosa his Baton Rouge dream pop band, their hundred song challenge, and recording gear.
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Conversation With Josh Gordon, on His Work and Friendship with Damien Jurado and Richard Swift
Puddlegum had the opportunity to talk to Josh Gordon about his work and friendship with Damien Jurado, about studio sessions, and Richard Swift.
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Music Video: Men I Trust – Dorian
Montreal artists Men I Trust released a music video for Dorian. The song is from their latest album, Oncle Jazz, a staggering 24 track double LP, that combines dreamy songs and jazz influenced instrumentals.
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Conversation with Tide Rider About his Debut Single Minus Touch
Puddlegum talks with DeBoe Truss of Tide Rider about his debut single, Minus Touch, and music production.
Read MoreConversation with Tide Rider About his Debut Single Minus TouchConversation with Choo about Who Cares?
Puddlegum interviews bedroom pop artist Choo, a solo project by Jonathan Chiu. We discuss his new single, Who Cares?, and his writing process.
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Bandcamp: Support Artists Affected by COVID-19
A number of artists released singles, EPs, and albums today, some as a surprise release. Here are a few releases from artists I love.
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Mix Review: Ruby Haunt – Sunbelt
Ruby Haunt's The Middle of Nowhere was one of my favorite albums in 2019. It took me to an inner place, as though I were on a long drive, gazing out the window at the changing landscape. So I was thrilled when they released Sunbelt, a nine-minute single, in March.
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Mix Review: MUNYA – Boca Chica
Montreal artist MUNYA released a new single, Boca Chica, on Luminelle (a label managed by the Gorilla vs Bear folks). I’m confident you’ll dig this driving pop song by Josianne Boivin, the artist behind MUNYA.
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Mix Review: Video Age – Shadow On The Wall
Video Age has released a new single full of hooks, Shadow On The Wall. The song is just as addictive and danceable as their 2018 Pop Therapy. The new single was released on local label Winspear, with the promise of a forthcoming album.
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Music Video: Vern Matz – Vagabond
New Vern Matz music video for Vagabond was released today. It's a beautiful video of driving across the United States, with miles of open fields and changing scenery.
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Music Video: Vilde – Grace
Vilde's video for Grace shows Thomas Savage entering into a dark and listless arcade late at night. Savage overlays the droning backdrop of electric guitars with a heartfelt poetic reading. "Who is the one with the broken wing?" he asks.
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Yumi Zouma releases Lonely After video
New Zealand dreampop band Yumi Zouma released a music video for Lonely After.
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John Vanderslice releases Dollar Hits
John Vanderslice released an experimental album, Dollar Hits.
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Puddlegum Mixtape: tape two
Puddlegum Mixtape: Tape Two is an eclectic mix of dreampop, bedroom pop, shoegaze, chillwave, and a little folk and twang.
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Puddlegum Mixtape: tape one
Puddlegum Mixtape: Tape One - If this were 1990, I would make you a mixtape.
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