WATCH: Magdalena Bay - Death & Romance

Magdalena Bay, have revealed a video for the new song, "Death & Romance." which probably announces their second studio album. The video was directed by Amanda Kramer. 

Retrovision: Sleeper - Nice Guy Eddie

Sleeper release "Nice Guy Eddie" 28 years ago in July 1996. It was taken from their second studio album, The It Girl.

 

Out Today: Bat For Lashes - The Dream of Delphi

Bat For Lashes has released her sixth studio album titled The Dream of Delphi. The album, which is out now on Mercury KX, features a blend of ethereal sounds and haunting melodies that the artist is known for. Prior to the album release, four singles were dropped to give fans a taste of what to expect. The album-titled single "The Dream of Delphi" was already featured here, showcasing the album's atmospheric depth and lyrical mystique. The latest single, "At Your Feet," continues to captivate with its evocative soundscapes and Bat For Lashes' signature vocal style.

Best of 1994 - The Album List

In the music world, the year 1994 is mostly remembered for the tragic death of Kurt Cobain, who committed suicide on April 5th. Cobain's death marked a pivotal moment for the grunge movement, which had dominated the early '90s. With his passing, grunge reached its peak but also began to slowly dissolve.

During this time, punk rock experienced a resurgence, thanks in large part to bands like Green Day and The Offspring. Green Day's album Dookie and The Offspring's Smash brought punk energy back into the mainstream with a new twist, most notable as skate punk and pop punk.

Across the Atlantic, the Britpop movement was in full swing, with bands like Oasis, Blur, and Pulp leading the charge. Oasis released their debut album Definitely Maybe, which sold 100,000 copies within just four days of release, earning them the record for the fastest-selling debut album in British history.

Next Wave: Telenova

Telenova is a Melbourne-based trio formed in the early 2020s. The band comprises singer Angeline Armstrong and multi-instrumentalists Edward Quinn and Joshua Moriarty. Since their formation, Telenova has released two EPs and several singles, establishing a distinctive sound that blends electronic art pop with influences of trip hop and indie folk. Their music has been noted for its atmospheric qualities and intricate production, creating a unique sonic palette that sets them apart.

Their debut album, set for release in August, is highly anticipated and expected to further cement their place in the contemporary music scene.

photo courtesy of Blunt magazine

TR/ST - Soon

Following his self titled EP release from January this year, Robert Alfons is back with the melodic new single titled "Soon" which is out on Dais Records. This also announces his fall 2024 EU/UK tour.

Xeno & Oaklander - Magic of the Manifold

Xeno & Oaklander have released their first new material since 2021 with the song "Magic of the Manifold." The track is available on Dais Records and coincides with the announcement of the duo's spring tour, which kicked off in Paris, May 14th.

Vicious Pink come back with "Unexpected" LP

British electronic duo Vicious Pink is set to release their highly anticipated LP Unexpected, featuring previously unreleased material. Comprising Josephine Warden and Brian Moss, the duo gained recognition for a series of singles released between 1982 and 1988, most notably their track "Cccan't You See...". In 1986, they released their self-titled debut album, which compiled their single releases. The upcoming album,  "Unexpected," will be released via Minimal Wave on May 21, 2024. Here is a link to a short Interview with Brian Moss conducted in 2009.