Vaqrious Artists: Face The Beat Session 3

Electronic magazine Side-Line brings us the huge compilation Face The Beat Session 3. The 63 tracks by different artists, are a deep exploration of the latest in independent industrial, electronic and experimental music. The compilation benefits free meal charity O Allos Anthropos. This collection is a must have for all electronic aficionados. Stream and download face The Beat Session 3 at the link below.

Night Knight: God Is A Motherfucker

Greek Label Inner Ear Records bring us God Is A Motherfucker, the debut album from Athens rockers Night Knight. The eleven tracks take a classic rock stylistic approach with heavy, bassy tonality, some nice harmonized guitars and edgy vocals. The record is a trip through traditional rock cliches, with a good sound, but little in the way of originality. Stream and buy God Is A Motherfucker at the link below.

Wired Minds: Saudade

Saudade is the debut EP from Chicago band Wired Minds. Reverby and lo-fi, the three tracks serve up a myriad of influences from Interpol to The Jam. The EP is energized post-punk at its best. Building moods and textures, Wired Minds deliver a sound that is engaging and just gets better with every listen. Our only complaint is that the EP is just a mere three songs. We hope a full length is coming soon. Stream and download Saudade at the link below.

Happy Abandon: Heavy Lines

Heavy Lines is the debut EP from North Carolina band Happy Abandon. With traces of Mumford & Sons and Noah and the Whale, the five tracks blend orchestral touches and shoegaze influences into an EP that builds sonic goodness with each note. The band of Peter Vance, Jake Waits, Alex Thompson and Justin Ellis unleash strong songs, ethereal vibes and well crafted musical lines that mark a super strong debut. Steam and download Heavy Lines at the link below.

Ravary: Two Songs

Two Songs is the debut release from Ravary, the solo project of Justin Ellis, ex of FZB favorites The Color Exchange. The two tracks are airy dream pop, with nice folk-rock beds that build into compelling pop songs. Ellis is a singer/songwriter with great range and depth. Watch FZB for more from his other musical endeavors. In the mean time, stream and download Two Songs at the link below.

Crystal Soda Cream: Rationale Arbeitsschritte

FZB favorites Crystal Soda Cream have released a new single Rationale Arbeitsschritte. The two tracks continue the bands post-punk industrial mastery, with dark guitars, synths and vocals. Compelling melodies and an intimate feel add to the new wave vibe, reminiscent of 80's stalwarts. Along with the new music the band has released a wonderful animated video. Watch the video and then stream and download Rationale Arbeitsschritte at the link below.

Bay Kee: Wonder Wild

New Jersey based artist Bay Kee, aka Christine Spilka, has released her sophomore album via Mama Coco's Funky Kitchen and Human Sounds Records. The eight tracks are tasty indie pop in the vein of Beach House and Tame Impala. Filled with melodic riffs, stunning vocals and crystal production, Spilka delivers a record that will warm the coldest day this winter. Stream and download Wonder Wild at the link below.

Les Gruff and the Billy Goat: Les Gruff and the Billy Goat

St. Louis band Les Gruff and the Billy Goat have released their S/T sophomore album. The eleven tracks are a rowdy mix of alt-country, folk rock and Americana. The album is a nice diversion of authenticity, from the rock music with bad lyrics that passes as most commercial country music today. This is an album that is just fun to listen to, with great musicianship and little pretense. Stream and buy Les Gruff and the Billy Goats at the link below.

Larmheim: Cent Soleils

Cent Soleils is the new album from Swiss electronic artist Larmheim. The ten tracks are a journey through noise, dissonance, unexpected melodies and sonic depth. Unafraid to take an experimental approach, Larmheim assaults ones senses with textural diversity and song elements that challenge the listener to expand their concepts and their consciousness. Stream and buy Cent Soleils at the link below.

Andy Metz: Delusions

Chicago based singer/songwriter Andy Metz has released Delusions, his first full length album in seven years. Blending elements of pop and folk, with songs that are engaging stories, the album is an intimate look into Metz's artistic vision. Deep and personal, the album is expertly produced and creates moods that draw the listener deep into the music.Stream and buy Delusions at the link below.