Vinatge Revolver: Carolina EP

 

Carolina is the debut EP from Charlotte artist/producer Vintage Revolver, aka Forrest Spellman. The five tracks combine lush, heavy synth pads with minimal beats and lo-fi vocals, to produce some highly original synthpop with a subtle 80's new wave vibe. The EP chronicles the artist's personal journey of discovery over the summer of 2013. This EP seems to fly by, leaving one definitely wanting more. Hopefully, a full length album will be in the cards for this artist. Stream and download the Carolina EP at the link below.

 

Pacific UV: After The Dream You Are Awake

 

After The Dream You Are Awake is the latest album from Athens, GA shoegazers Pacific UV. On this their fifth album, the band of Clay Jordan, Suny Lyons, Lemuel Hayes and Laura Solomon deliver their most expansive work to date. The album is sonically diverse, ranging from hushed dreampop to crisp 80's electronic. The band has always had a polished radio ready vibe, which becomes more fully realized with this release. Stream and buy After The Dream You Are Awake at the link below.

 



케이프 (Cape): No. 3 and No.2

 

Our friends over at Mouca Records turned us on to these self-released two track EP's by Berlin pop group 케이프, aka Cape. The tracks are perfect pop works. Light, airy and minimal, the band follows the Bauhaus School, where every note has a justification for existence. 케이프 makes some of the best pop music we've heard this year. Both EP's are available for free download, so just go do it. Download No.3 and No.2 at the link below.

 



Inner Outlaws: Inner Outlaws

 

Today marks the release of the self-titled debut EP by Inner Outlaws. The Brooklyn psych rockers are made up of members from FZB favorite Spaces and folk collective The Woods. Though the EP is only two tracks and lasts a scant 15 minutes, the work stands as an epic debut record. Stylistically varied and musically complex, the two tracks are yet accessible, melodic and inviting. Not since Foxeygen's debut, has a band shown this level of originality and depth. That's not to compare the two, as Inner Outlaws have a heavier and more compelling sound. This is a must have. Stream and download Inner Outlaws at the link below.

 

Various Artists: Ahora Vol. 1

 

Madrid based net label Young Latitudes has released a new compilation album Ahora Vol. 1. The album is comprised of 14 tracks from some of the most creative emerging artists of 2013. Featuring electronic and experimental works from artists familiar to FZB readers, such as Touurs and Sun Glitters, as well as many new discoveries that will feed the appetite any music aficionado.  Stream and download Ahora Vol. 1 for "Name Your Price" at the link below.

 



Inner Outlaws: EP Trailer

New York band Inner Outlaws is releasing their debut self-titled EP on August 27th. The band is comprised of members of FZB favorite Spaces and folk collective The Woods. We'll have a review here on FZB around the release date, but in the mean time watch the trailer below.

Hanetration: Timelapse EP

 

FZB favorite Hanetration has released his fourth EP Timelapse. This UK artist should be no stranger to readers of this blog. With Timelapse, the artist again graces us with his special blend of IDM, drone and noise. The five imaginative tracks meld together with industrial soundscapes and some aggressive vibes. As always Hanetration carves out a unique sound that sets his work apart from the more mundane expanse of ambient artists. Stream and download the Timelapse EP for free at the link below.



Stray Theories: Those Who Remain

 

Those Who Remain is the latest album from New Zealand based post-rock artist Stray Theories, aka Micah Templeton-Wolfe. The album serves up eight tracks of beautiful instrumentals, that range from dark spectrals to lush pastorals. Ambient synths wash over one with layers of sonic texture that lift the listener into the heart of the artist. Stray Theories has created an album of totally engaging music. Stream and buy Those Who Remain at the link below.

 



Musicsova: Yes Or Yes?

 

Yes Or Yes? is the new EP from Rennes, France post-punk band Musicsova. The five tracks are a powerful trip into noise rock. Stunning in its authority and commanding of one's attention, Musicsova have created an EP that is destined to be one of the singular works of 2013. This is simply an EP that is so good it demands everyone to take notice. Do it or be lost in a world lacking of true rock greatness. Stream and buy Yes Or Yes? at the link below.

 



Wolf Collage: Suburbia Space Program

 

Suburbia Space Program is the debut EP from San Francisco artist/producer Wolf Collage, aka Rodney Brown. The five tracks are a vision of atmospheric dream pop. The EP, which lasts a scant 11 minutes, documents the personal journey from lost soul to finding one's self. With deep pads and lush synth lines, this is a work that will appeal to anyone who likes Washed Out and chill vibes. Stream and buy Suburbia Space Program at the link below.