Let's Be Loveless: Let's Be Loveless

 

Let's Be Loveless is the self-titled debut EP from this Brooklyn indie pop quartet. Featuring Abby Camaya, Eric Arikian, Gary Elliot and Christopher Whalen, the four tracks on Let's be Loveless blend shoegaze, Britpop and garage influences into catching pop songs. Camaya's vocals highlight the EP creating a soft and sensual focus. There have been some great debuts in 2013 and this is another one. Stream and buy the Let's Be Loveless EP at the link below.

 



Amber Arcades: Amber Arcades EP

 

The Amber Arcades EP is the self-titled debut from the Netherlands based dreampop band. Originally the solo moniker of front woman Annelotte de Graaf, the band now includes Marlon Penninkhof,  Michiel Bel, Otto de Jong and Thierry Castel. The four tracks on the EP are beautiful melodic tomes, that fill the listener with music raised to the level of fine art. Simply put, this is one of the best debuts we have heard. This is an absolute must have. Stream and download the Amber Arcade EP for free at the link below.

 



Rich Engli$h: Natives

 

Natives is the new EP from South Carolina musician /producer Rich Engli$h. Ambient soundscapes provide a palette from which the six tracks are built. Lush synth melodies and minimalist beats make for an atmospheric journey through the EP. Nothing overtly glitch or gimmicky here. Rich Engli$h makes music that is chill and enjoyable. Stream and download Natives at the link below.

 



The Cell Phone: Get You Alone

 

Get You Alone is the new album from Chicago post-punk band The Cell Phones. The trio of Lindsey Charles - Vocals,  Justin Purcell - Drums, and  Ryan Szeszycki - Bass, are minimal, raw and dynamic. On the band's Facebook they have been described as sounding "like Death From Above 1979 and Karen O having sex." That pretty much describes The Cell Phones music. Heavy and true to a punk aesthetic, the 13 tracks stay in your face and push you up against the wall. This is an album you must hear. Stream and buy Get You Alone at the link below.

 



Mod Gun: No Beaches

 

Boston stalwarts and FZB favorites Mod Gun are back after a two year wait with their new album No Beaches. The band comprised of Paul Peters, Jon Dyer, Kathleen Peters and Trevor Rubin, serve up nine tracks of indie rock with a punk aesthetic and psychedelic overtones. The tracks are heavy and powerful, with the songs having that at once familiar alt rock radio ready vibe. Mod Gun have delivered a winner that was worth the wait. Stream and download No Beaches at the link below, you'll be glad you did.

 

The All-About: Suburban heart

Suburban Heart is the new album from New York indie pop artist and FZB favorite The All-About, aka Zac Coe. Produced by Oliver Ignatius at Mama Coco's Funky Kitchen, this album sees Coe stretching his wings and display wonderful growth as an artist. The ten tracks move effortlessly through influences ranging from Americana to power pop. Coe continues to make compelling pop music that engages listeners on a personal level. Stream and download Suburban Heart at the link below. 



Crystal Soda Cream: Escape From Vienna

 

Escape From Vienna is the debut album from Austrian post-punk band Crystal Soda Cream. Released on Vienna based label Totally Wired Records, the trio of Theresa Adamski (Drums/Synth),  Philipp Forthuber (Guitar/Vox) and  Sebastian Ploier (Bass), deliver ten tracks of retro 80's tinged new wave anthems. The album cover is a good visual representation of the music within. The tracks are dark and brooding, with menacing guitars and compelling vocals. This is a sterling debut and a must have. Watch the video for the track Shot By Both Sides and then stream and buy Escape From Vienna at the links below.



LoOmis: Where This Mad Must Break

 

Where This Mad Must Break is the new album from FZB favorite LoOmis, aka Patrick Bailey. The eight tracks, recorded in San Francisco, offer up and abundance of hazy, experimental dreampop. Reverb laden and chill, LoOmis delivers an atmospheric summer album full of lush melodies and subtle influences. Stream and download Where This Mad Must Break at the link below.

 



Zeroine: Pale Clouded Yellow

 

Pale Clouded Yellow is the debut EP from Denmark based duo Zeroine, aka Stine Beck Kloster and  Christian Sinding Soendergaard. The four tracks are a journey into darkish shoegaze. Intimate vocals, ambient textures and mourning guitars infuse layers of hushed melodies throughout the EP. This is one of our favorite debuts of the year so far. Stream and download Pale Clouded Yellow at the link below.

 

Spirits of Leo: Anastasia

 

Anastasia is the new album from Northern California dreampop artist Spirits of Leo, aka Ryan Santos Phillips. Reverby and atmospheric, the ten tracks come at you like a hazy dream on a rainy night. Crisp production and melodic guitar parts sweep through laid back vocals, expanses of ambient fills and driving beats. A sensual vibe made for intimate listening. Stream and download Anastasia at the link below.