Daily Tune
— 27/09/2021A promotion from an artist as prestigious as Bon Iver‘s Justin Vernon can be a tricky introduction into the scene, but when you deliver your goods as fine as Utah-based newcomer Rachael Jenkins with her latest drop Allergy Season, we should have no worries about that. Reminiscent of a Phoebe Bridgers-like mellow vocal atmosphere, Jenkins battles with the uncanny powers of human memory in the tune: “You can be free from a situation for months or years, and something as simple as a specific season or the smell of the air can force you back in time. If I’m not careful, I become engulfed by memories and begin grasping at straws that will ultimately lead me nowhere”, she shares. Framed into a sweet acoustic haze, which perfectly matches the springlike echoes of the song, the promising act fabricates an impressive sentiment in between the vulnerable state of human emotion and the empowering desire in the wake of that. Tune in to the fine piece right here and stay tuned for more.
Newsfeed
— 24/09/2021
- Coldplay team up with BTS for new single My Universe, taken from their forthcoming Music Of The Spheres album
- Portugal. The Man man team up with Cherry Glazerr for cover of 90s Len classic Steal My Sunshine
- William Fitzsimmons releases new song Stranded
- Duran Duran share Giorgio Moroder produced new single Tonight United from forthcoming Future Past LP
- Andy Shauf surprise releases new album Wilds, including lead single Jaywalker
— 22/09/2021
- Alt-J announce new album The Dream for February 11 release, unveil first single U&ME
- Eels announce new album Extreme Witchcraft for January 28 release, share first single Good Night On Earth
- Let’s Eat Grandma return with Hall Of Mirrors, their first new song in three years
- Damon Albarn releases Royal Morning Blue from his new solo album The Nearer The Fountain, More Pure The Stream Flows
- Efterklang share Hold Me Close When You Can from upcoming Windflowers album
- Disclosure announce own DJ Kicks compilation for October 15 release, drop new song Observer Effect
- Parquet Courts release Black Widow Spider from upcoming Sympathy For Life album
- Sir Was releases Before The Morning Comes from forthcoming Let The Morning Come album
- Public Service Broadcasting share Der Rhythmus der Nacht featuring Blixa Bargeld from forthcoming Bright Magic album
Featured Articles
Empowerment And Visibility: Why Artist And Producer KUOKO Is Not Your “Perfect Girl”
Watch out, world of altrnative pop! A fascinating new character is entering the scene - NBHAP author Liv Toerkell met the wonderful KUOKO to talk about her anticipated debut album. On top of it, we're shedding light on some of her great songs, including the single "Perfect Girl" which is now also streaming in our newcomer playlist.
Thinking Outside Boxes: A Dive Into The Unbiased World Of Clara Pazzini
Clara Pazzini’s music is demanding, versatile and complex. She draws attention to social evils and does not mince her words. The Hamburg-based songwriters’ genre-breaking debut album 'BOXES' was released few days ago – time for us to take a closer look at the interesting newcomer.
Listen AHEAD Update: Charlotte OC Unleashes Sensual And Catchy New Single “Mexico”
"Mexico" is the latest teaser from the artist's forthcoming second album "Here Comes Trouble" and it's leading this week's update of our newcomer playlist along with songs from Pink Lint, Mumble Tide, Monoply, Red Moon and other buzzing artists we kindly recommend to you.
The Art Of Subtlety In A Loud World: In The Local Valley With José González
Contemporary folk music would most likely not be the same without José González in it. The iconic Swedish indie folk artist who has brought us a number of subtle, yet eclectic albums and who is now returning with his fourth solo work to date: Local Valley. A sonic landscape José was happy to discuss with NBHAP author Annett Bonkowski in a recent chat.
The Long Road Back To Normal: The 10th Edition Of Maifeld Derby Was A Restrained Festival Comeback
Music In The Mask Age: The Return Of Pop-Kultur Festival In A Changed World
The Wondrous Sensations Of Time And Place: A Journey Through Fever Dreams With Villagers
“Our Art Is More Important Than Our Egos”: Jungle On The Creative Freedom Of Their Third Album
“Where Those Worlds Might Meet”: Nathan Ball And The Melancholic Euphoria Of His Debut LP “Under The Mackerel Sky”
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Sounds
30 Years Later, “Screamadelica” By Primal Scream Is Still The Finest Musical Drug Trip
In the wake of early 90s euphoria and a buzzing European acid house and rave scene a record as released that would become one of the most unusual yet influential records of that special period of time. Three decades later, it's powerful spirit hasn't lost its magic at all. Dedicated believer Norman Fleischer is moving on up for one more time and slips inside the magic of the iconic record once again.
SUUNS On The Timeless Inspiration Of Miles Davis’ 1968 Classic “Filles de Kilimanjaro”
Some records will shape you more than others. Half of a century after its original release the iconic Miles Davis album still continues to inspire musicians today. Liam O'Neill of beloved Canadian rock band SUUNS is one of those people. Ahead of the band's new album "The Witness" we asked him to write down his personal thoughts on this masterpiece in an exclusive guest article.
“Is This (Really) It”?: The Strokes’ Undying Classic Turns 20 And Remains A Buzzing Rock Monument
The group’s seminal debut of 2001 not only marked one of the first hypes of the Internet era, but also initiated a wave-like revival of garage rock, surging up the post-millenial indie movement that still reverberates to this day. Nearing the album’s twentieth, NBHAP author Andreas went down memory lane to reflect upon the record that is one, if not the most remarkable of 2000’s rock albums.