Bellini "Before The Day Is Gone (Temporary Residence)"
Who are Bellini? No, not the towel wearing, fish eating, “6th member” of the Kids In The Hall. However, if you ever wanted to know what Surgar or Helmet would have sounded like with female vocals then Bellini is the band for you. Produced by poker champion Steve Albini, the best sounding snare is up front as singer Giovanna Cacciola Exene (at times) like vocals lead the band as they charge through riff and time signature with the furry and anger that is missed from oh, 95% of the music made today. Crank up and air guitar to “Clementine Peel”, and “Promises” and take out those damn ear plugs-if you ain’t deaf yet, well this will do the trick (and is worth it).
Ty Segall & White Fence "Joy (Drag City)"
If you aren’t already a fan of the pairing of Ty Segall & White Fence, then I don’t know what to tell you… Why do you hate amazing pairings anyway? Do you not like chocolate and peanut butter together? Did you not see Alien Vs. Predator on opening day? Do you say “no thanks” to mimosas? Come on! This is the amazing Ty Segall and the amazing White Fence together. If that doesn’t sound like pure joy to you then… wait. Did you know? The new LP is called Joy (Drag City). Well, that settles it! You’re a fan now! So dig into the skronky throwback rock sounds of “Good Boy.” It’s a he*king good song 12/10.
Sean Henry "Fink (Double Double Whammy)"
The record industry worked just like it used to. Sean Henry caught the attention of Double Double Whammy Records (along with countless others) with his demo tape. They signed him. He has recorded a debut studio LP called Fink and here it is (take THAT Soundcloud!). His “soft grunge” sound is on full display here, reminding you of a time when 120 Minutes ruled the airwaves. A little like those early, loose Pavement records mixed with those early, loose Modest Mouse records. Check out the frazzled “The Ants.”
Breathe Panel "Breathe Panel (Fat Cat)"
Here it is, the self-titled debut from the English guitar-centric band Breathe Panel. A little shoegaze-y, even more dream-rock, their sound is a little like Veronica Falls. Intensely British sounding rock for fans of things that bands don’t really do anymore (use guitars, write verses and choruses and bridges). Check out the first single from the album “Carmine.”