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Soccer Mommy: Collection
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Soccer Mommy: Collection

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 / 7 August 2017
One of the strongest young songwriters, Soccer Mommy's Sophie Allison, proves on Collection that her early releases stand the test of time versus new offerings and that the latter hasn't lost the vital factor that made her an artist to watch in the first place.
Nick Lowe: Reissues, 1982-1990
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Nick Lowe: Reissues, 1982-1990

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 / 24 July 2017
Six vital releases from one of the most underappreciated titans of power pop are finally back in print.
Lo Tom: Lo Tom
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Lo Tom: Lo Tom

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 / 13 July 2017
David Bazan's new group, Lo Tom, makes low-stakes indie rock that's easily enjoyable.
Bent Knee: Land Animal
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Bent Knee: Land Animal

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 / 30 June 2017
Boston’s Bent Knee make music that sounds like it comes from another planet. Fortunately, it’s a planet full of extremely talented musicians with really good taste.
The Drums: “Abysmal Thoughts”
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The Drums: “Abysmal Thoughts”

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 / 23 June 2017
With "Abysmal Thoughts", the Drums have made a record that is emotionally powerful, disarming in its honesty, and unexpectedly fun.
Coco Hames: Coco Hames
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Coco Hames: Coco Hames

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 / 5 June 2017
Imagine Dusty Springfield joining a country-fried indie garage band and you’ve got the general idea what you’re in for on Coco Hames’ beautiful, soaring debut solo album.
Land of Talk: Life After Youth
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Land of Talk: Life After Youth

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 / 31 May 2017
After a seven-year hiatus, Land of Talk return with a rock album obsessed with mortality.
Nightlands: I Can Feel the Night Around Me
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Nightlands: I Can Feel the Night Around Me

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 / 12 May 2017
Lush harmonies combine with retro-style synths on the gorgeous third album from Dave Hartley's Nightlands.
Hiber – “What You Wanted” (audio) (premiere)
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Hiber – “What You Wanted” (audio) (premiere)

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 / 3 May 2017
"What You Wanted" offers a great introduction to Hiber's indie/pop/rock sound.
Fazerdaze: Morningside
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Fazerdaze: Morningside

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 / 2 May 2017
The balance between poppy and grungy make Morningside a fine debut, despite its all-too clean appearance.
Avriel & the Sequoias – “Fields and Pier” (video) (premiere)
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Avriel & the Sequoias – “Fields and Pier” (video) (premiere)

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 / 28 April 2017
Both the music and visuals of “Fields and Pier” show just how haunting and lovely indie folk music can be.
Robyn Hitchcock: Robyn Hitchcock
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Robyn Hitchcock: Robyn Hitchcock

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 / 21 April 2017

British elder statesman Robyn Hitchcock of indie rock comes out swinging with this terrific titular album that’s both twisted and full of great hooks.