The latest single from Warm Gadget’s Sorrows album, titled "Debutante," features Page Hamilton from Helmet on vocals and guitar, showcasing the band’s industrial/metal sound. Released on July 25, the maxi-single includes remixes from notable artists within the genre, such as Fact Pattern and Lament Cityscape. ReGen’s Lucia Z. Liner praised the track for its catchy hooks and powerful riffs without leaning into self-parody. Sorrows dropped on October 4 and is available in digital and CD formats. What impact do you think the collaboration with well-known artists like Page Hamilton has on the identity and appeal of a band like Warm…
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In a recent interview with ReGen Magazine, John Alexander Ericson of the Swedish synthpop duo The Northern Territories discusses their long-awaited return with the new album, A Star in Orbit Still. After 25 years, Ericson and collaborator Stefan Sääf reveal how their enduring friendship and creative synergy made their reunion feel both natural and necessary. The album blends nostalgic elements of their earlier work with contemporary influences, reflecting themes of personal and global observations. Additionally, they aim to bring humor into their creative process and have included a few notable covers in the deluxe edition. With positive responses from fans…
Wisp has officially announced her debut album, If Not Winter, set to release on August 1st under Interscope, alongside a headlining international tour in 2025. The album is described as a "hero’s mission," filled with themes of exploration and magic, while her latest single "Save Me Now" has a lyric video available for viewing. The tour kicks off on August 22nd in Washington, DC, with stops in major cities across North America and Europe. As Wisp embarks on this exciting new chapter, how do you think her experiences and journey will shape the sound and themes of her debut album?…
Thalie Némésis’s EP Catarsi Apotropaica is a defiant soundscape reflecting the chaos of today’s world, blending militaristic rhythms with deep bass and Eastern influences. Tracks like "A Barbaric Language" and "A Demi-Mots" explore themes of resistance and impending doom through potent lyrics and dynamic instrumentation. The music serves as a powerful commentary on our times, merging elements of Greek and Armenian traditions into a hauntingly modern narrative. Given the EP’s exploration of existential themes through diverse musical influences, how do you think art can serve as both a reflection of and a response to societal turmoil? Read the Full Article
On June 21, Chicago darkwave act Lunar Paths released the Consequences EP, featuring collaborative tracks with Irish post-punk band pMad and Australia’s Killtoys. The project is inspired by the parlor game "Exquisite Corpses," where the bands created songs around shared percussion tracks. The EP includes two new collaborative tracks and the previously released single "Zero Trust Mentality." This initiative led to a total of nine tracks that will also be part of the upcoming Exquisite Corpses album, set to release in early August. Given this innovative approach to collaboration, how do you think the practice of sharing isolated musical elements,…
Superheaven has announced a September 2025 US tour, kicking off on the 9th in Nashville and winding through East Coast and Southeast cities before wrapping up at the Louder Than Life festival on the 20th in Louisville, KY. They’ll be joined by Cloud Nothings, End It, and Soul Blind, marking their first tour in support of their self-titled comeback album after a decade-long hiatus. With the resurgence of 90s and early 2000s rock bands, how do you think Superheaven’s new music will resonate with both long-time fans and newer audiences? Read the Full Article
After two years, King Yosef is set to release his new album Spire of Fear on August 15. Featuring 11 tracks that showcase his unique industrial hardcore sound, the album is produced by Tayves Yosef Pelletier, with contributions from multiple artists and instruments. Pre-orders for digital, vinyl, and cassette formats are available on Bandcamp, following his earlier works this year, including singles like "Cut the Cord/Shame’s Mirror." Given the collaborative nature of the album, how do you think the blend of different artists and styles will influence King Yosef’s established sound? Read the Full Article
Re:Mission Entertainment has unveiled “Black Lipstick,” the latest single from DC-based dark electro group Maduro, marking the first preview of their upcoming Death Kiss album, described as representing an artist at a creative crossroads. Following the release of their debut album, Pretty Cages, in 2023, Maduro also revisited past work with a remastered edition of their 2016 project, Noise From a Distant Star. Mastered by Adam Stilson, “Black Lipstick” was released on June 23 and is currently available on Bandcamp. As Maduro navigates their artistic evolution, what themes or innovations do you think will define the Death Kiss album, and…
Umlaut, the Melbourne-based project led by Clinton “Bär” McKinnon, is set to release their latest album, Desolë, on July 25 via Overdrive Records. Featuring a new four-piece lineup with drummer Danny Heifetz, the album showcases a shift toward "unapologetically earnest, higher-energy songs" while maintaining the band’s signature chaos across diverse genres like pop, jazz, metal, and electronica. Many tracks were penned during the pandemic, and the recording process balanced meticulous crafting with spontaneous captures in single takes. Limited edition vinyl formats will be available alongside digital releases. Given this intriguing mix of energy and musical diversity, how do you think…
The author reflects on a collection of tour shirts sold off during a culling process, highlighting shirts from iconic bands like Cocteau Twins, INXS, Duran Duran, and Webb Wilder. Despite once being dedicated fans who bought every track and merchandise, time has reduced the emotional attachment, leading to the decision to part with these memorabilia. Nostalgic memories blend with practical realizations about changing tastes and priorities over 18 years. Discussion Prompt: How do our attachments to music and its memorabilia evolve over time, and what influences our decisions to let them go? Read the Full Article