NEW Singles & Videos + Release Announcements + Brand New Signings
JAMIE XX collaborates with The Avalanches on new song | Check out 'All You Children'
Jamie xx has released a brand new single, ‘All You Children’. Taken from Jamie’s hotly-anticipated second album In Waves (released 20th September via Young), ‘All You Children’ sees the London musician, DJ and producer collaborating with the legendary The Avalanches on a swirling club anthem propelled by a hypnotic chorus of chants and Moroder-esque basslines.
MJ LENDERMAN shares new single/video - 'Joker Lips' | THE LABEL
Last month, MJ Lenderman — the North Carolina-based singer, songwriter, and musician — announced his new album, Manning Fireworks, out September 6th via ANTI-, and released the “future fan favorite” (Consequence) lead single/video, ‘She’s Leaving You.’ Today, Lenderman gives us another slice with the new single/video ‘Joker Lips.’ A magnetic song about feeling pushed out by everyone else, Lenderman provides us a look at a renewed sincerity in his work, as he deadpans “Please don’t laugh / Only half of what I said was a joke.” Maybe you hear a tremble in his voice? That’s the frown behind the mask, finally slipping from Lenderman’s face.
Pavement’s Stephen Malkmus launches band of Indie Rock legends |Introducing : The Hard Quartet
EMMETT KELLY, STEPHEN MALKMUS, MATT SWEENEY & JIM WHITE are THE HARD QUARTET
'Earth Hater' is their debut single - click through to check out this very exciting new project
New SUGABABES vocals on TWO SHELL track, ‘Round’ |Check out this sweet version
Worldwide production unit Two Shell has been shooting long and straight across the year 2024 with chart topping single ‘Talk To Me’, a collaboration with avant garde icon FKA twigs, and a number one live debut at Coachella. In ‘Round’, a collaborative effort featuring new vocals from iconic British girl group Sugababes, the inventive entity delve back to the future in blazing fashion.
BADBADNOTGOOD share bonus track from Mid Spiral | Listen to 'Best Left Unsolved'
BADBADNOTGOOD return to share ‘Best Left Unsolved,’ a bonus track from the Mid Spiral sessions that took place at Valentine Studios in Los Angeles during February 2024. This new, previously unreleased track accompanies the trio’s recent surprise release of the Mid Spiral suite: Chaos, Order and Growth. The Mid Spiral suite exploits instrumental jazz at its core seeing BADBADNOTGOOD continue to push the boundaries of how they integrate a limitless range of genres and musicianship into their compositions.
PORRIDGE RADIO announce new album & share lead single | Check out 'Sick of the Blues'
Porridge Radio announce their fourth album, Clouds In The Sky They Will Always Be There For Me, out October 18th via Secretly Canadian, and present its lead single, ‘Sick of the Blues.’ Clouds In The Sky They Will Always Be There For Me is a coming-of-age moment inspired by burnout, the music industry, heartbreak, and band leader Dana Margolin’s own increasing immersion in her craft as an artist.
SADEYES shares new song 'Open Doors' | Have a listen to this beautiful little number
Sadeyes unveils ‘ open door,’ a lush yet melancholic single that paints an overthinker’s tale of love gone wrong.
THE CALAMATIX confront the ego on new single 'Boom Bap' | THE LABEL
Los Angeles quartet The Calamatix share their latest single ‘Boom Bap’ ahead of their debut record ‘The Calamatix’ out September 20th via Hellcat. Demonstrating their mastery of many styles, the band transitions easily from the rocksteady ska-punk of lead track ‘Love, Lies & Alibis’ to influences of R&B and soul for this groovy, understated jam.
SNAIL MAIL releases Smashing Pumpkins cover | Listen to 'Tonight, Tonight'
Marking her first new release since her ‘Easy Thing’ single last fall, Snail Mail (Lindsey Jordan) has dropped her take on The Smashing Pumpkins’ song ‘Tonight Tonight’ via Matador. She recorded the song for the underground hit film I Saw The TV Glow which was released by A24 in January and is now available on streaming services. In addition to the song appearing on the soundtrack, Snail Mail also made her feature film acting debut in the Jane Schoenbrun-directed film.
Meri Kirihimete ki a koe me te whānau
Martin Phillipps
The week began with a stunned and somber tone around the motu as we learned of the unexpected and sad passing of Martin Phillipps.
Co-founder of The Chills, Martin was a gifted songwriter, guitarist, and performer whose spine-tingling melodies captivated audiences for decades. His contribution to the iconic “Dunedin Sound” movement that propelled New Zealand music onto the global stage, cemented his legacy as a musical pioneer.
From the anthemic ‘I Love My Leather Jacket’ to the ethereal ‘Heavenly Pop Song’ and the haunting ‘Pink Frost,’ his songs became cherished soundtracks to countless lives. Beyond NZ, Phillipps’ influence resonated with American groups like Pavement and R.E.M, solidifying his place as a true musical innovator. His unwavering artistic integrity and exceptional songwriting talent left an indelible mark on the music landscape.
Martins’ music will continue to echo in our hearts, a testament to his enduring talent and artistic brilliance. We are grateful for the gift of his music and the countless memories it has created
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Martins’ whanau, friends and fans worldwide as they grapple with this immense loss.
Remix of the Week
TUNE-YARDS announce Nikki Nack Deluxe Edition |Check out ‘Water From Your Fountain,’
In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of Nikki Nack, originally released in May 2014, Tune-Yards has announced Nikki Nack 10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition, set to be released digitally on August 9 across streaming services. In addition, Tune-Yards have also unveiled a brand-new remix of the iconic indie anthem ‘Water Fountain,’ ecstatically deconstructed by Brooklyn duo Water From Your Eyes. This danceable and utterly bonkers version reimagines the song as a dynamic, contemporary floor-filler, offering a thrilling new take that complements the original.
Visual Goodness
Charlotte Day Wilson shares My Way video - Live from Toronto
Taken from the album, Cyan Blue out on XL Recordings
Nourished By Time share live performance of Romance In Me
From his fantastic Catching Chickens EP, Nourished By Time, shares this stunning live performance of 'Romance In Me'
BABY ROSE shares Slow Burn: A Short Film | THE LABEL
Baby Rose has released Slow Burn: A Short Film, a stylish, absorbing short film directed by David Maxwell. Set to the music of the recently-released EP of the same title, featuring and produced by BADBADNOTGOOD, the film also features scenes set to Rose’s poetry, as well as an appearance by singer, rapper and songwriter Mereba, who features on the Slow Burn EP.