Icelandic artist Emiliana Torrini’s new album, “Miss Flower,” is her first solo project in 10 years. It delves into themes of love and loss, inspired by Geraldine “Miss Flower” Moodie. The album blends melancholic dance tunes with hope, featuring standout tracks like “Black Water,” “Let’s Keep Dancing,” and “The Golden Thread.”
Atlanta-based chillwave artist Washed Out, also known as Ernest Greene, releases his fifth album, “Notes from a Quiet Life,” featuring a mellow and introspective sound. The record explores themes of lost love, time, and contentment, with standout tracks including “Wait on You,” “Wondrous Life,” and “Second Sight.”
“Cemetery Classics,” by Moon Diagrams (Moses Archuleta,) explores dark, ambient soundscapes ranging from industrial to lo-fi and chill-wave. Standout tracks include “NRG” with its acoustic vibe, “and “Very Much Promise To You. ”The album’s diverse sound offers impactful, ambient experiences.
Isobel Campbell’s “Bow To Love” is a dreamlike album blending calm acoustic guitar, strings, and Campbell’s soothing voice. Despite its tranquil sound, it addresses social issues with quiet defiance. Highlights include “Dopamine” and “Do Or Die,” showcasing resilience and hope amidst chaos. An intimate and nostalgic work.
Isobel Campbell’s “Bow To Love” is a dreamlike album blending calm acoustic guitar, strings, and Campbell’s soothing voice. Despite its tranquil sound, it addresses social issues with quiet defiance. Highlights include “Dopamine” and “Do Or Die,” showcasing resilience and hope amidst chaos. An intimate and nostalgic work.
DIIV’s album “Frog in Boiling Water” showcases a matured, atmospheric sound distinct from their earlier work. Influenced by shoegaze legends, the record blends orchestral soundscapes with fresh elements. Tracks like “In Amber” and “Brown Paper Bag” illustrate the band’s evolution with layered guitars and melancholic vocals, embodying both intensity and calm.
News of the Universe by La Luz is an inventive album that expands their surf guitar sound with synths and harmonies. It explores themes of motherhood, breast cancer, womanhood, and acceptance. The album was somewhat influenced by sci-fi writer Octavia Butler… this album is both dreamy and nostalgic.
Beth Gibbons, famed Portishead vocalist, releases her debut solo album “Lives Outgrown” after a decade of anticipation. The album blends trip-hop, folk, and psych-rock, exploring themes of death, love, and acceptance. Standout tracks include “Floating On A Moment,” “Rewind,” “Reaching Out,” and “Beyond The Sun,” showcasing emotional, innovative sounds.
Emma Anderson continues to shine with an effervescent beauty of soundscapes signaling back to the early shoegaze and dreampop ethos.
Nation of Language have skillfully crafted something new without sounding like they are playing retro 80s tunes.