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 Deafheaven choose to create open, natural soundscapes, rainbows of notes that emerge after fleeting fresh spring showers.

 "Dream House" would rightfully enter the top 10 tracks that struck and listened to me most this year.

Deafheaven's Sunbather is praised for its innovative blend of black metal, shoegaze, screamo, and post-rock. The album creates a natural and open atmosphere with nuanced soundscapes. Tracks like "Dream House" stand out, and the inclusion of instrumental breaks offers balance. While reminiscent of Cult of Luna's approach, Deafheaven delivers a unique and fresh musical experience that appeals to diverse listeners. Listen to Deafheaven's Sunbather and immerse yourself in its groundbreaking atmospheric metal soundscape.

 "Major/Minor is yet another well-executed leap into the void and darkness, which rightfully belongs in the top 3 of their albums."

 "Their alternative rock here opens up to post-rock... but what remains is still commendable."

Thrice's Major/Minor is praised as one of their best albums, blending alternative rock with post-rock elements without losing classic structure. The mature vocals of Dustin Kensrue complement memorable and evocative tracks like 'Promises' and 'Call In The Air.' The album also revisits rougher sounds reminiscent of their earlier work. Overall, it's a strong, evocative, and fresh addition to their discography. Listen to Thrice's Major/Minor and experience their compelling blend of alternative and post-rock today!

 No more singer-songwriting and gentle and sweet atmospheres of a minstrel coming from the 60's and 70's, the AM have turned on the night lights and maybe even the fog lights.

 The two closing tracks "Knee Socks" and "I Wanna Be Yours" are two little pop gems, sensual the first, enveloping and nocturnal the second.

Arctic Monkeys' album AM marks a sharp departure from their previous softer style, embracing a nightlife atmosphere filled with pub culture and nocturnal energy. Featuring a mix of hip hop, stoner-pop, and adrenaline-driven tracks, the album is compact and flowing. Standout songs like "R U Mine?" and "Arabella" highlight its musical diversity, while the influence of producer Josh Homme is clearly felt. Overall, AM solidifies Arctic Monkeys' place in the British mainstream rock spotlight with an 8+ rating. Dive into Arctic Monkeys' AM and experience their exhilarating night-inspired sound. Listen now and join the conversation!

 The soundscapes they create are bright and distant and blurred at the same time.

 'Sundials' rightfully stands among the best along with 'Morgan & Frankie.'

Airs' album 'Adore' combines dreamy shoegaze atmospheres with garage-flavored lo-fi sounds. It balances ethereal and violent moments, enhanced by contributions like Britty Drake's vocals. The album flows smoothly through varied emotional landscapes, appealing to fans of genre blends and textured recordings. Listen to Airs' 'Adore' and dive into its dreamy and intense shoegaze soundscapes now!

 The fists remain but no longer crash against a wall of concrete, instead they lay on a nocturnal and suggestive ocean with velvet waves apparently slow and dormant, but with wind and rain lurking ready to turn it into a storm.

 Godano takes on the role of a storyteller giving voice to a homeless person... despite the found light from the band, reveals a dark and unsettling Godano from the text.

Marlene Kuntz's 'Nella Tua Luce' is a mature album marked by refined production and delicate arrangements. While it lacks the aggressive energy of earlier works, it compensates with emotional depth and storytelling, centering themes around women and dignity. The album balances surprising bursts of energy with darker lyrical content, offering listeners a nuanced rock experience that rewards multiple listens. Discover the emotional depth and refined rock of Marlene Kuntz's 'Nella Tua Luce'—listen now and experience its nuanced storytelling.

 "This music isn’t for everyone; you need adrenaline in your veins here, anger, and restlessness to let this kind of music get into your blood."

 "The Skruigners don’t take a definitive stance, they don’t indicate solutions, there are no rhetorical slogans here, no answers are given, and at most the listener asks the questions."

Skruigners’ album 'Niente Dietro Niente Davanti' delivers an intense hardcore punk experience marked by explosive drumming and raw emotion. The production is clear and powerful, highlighting each instrument. The lyrics reflect social disillusionment and existential questions without providing answers, favoring a gritty, unfiltered perspective. The lineup change adds depth, and the album balances brutal speed with occasional melodic breaks. This album demands listeners with adrenaline and anger to fully appreciate its impact. Dive into Skruigners’ fierce punk energy—listen to 'Niente Dietro Niente Davanti' now!

 "Available For Propaganda is a fairly monolithic album with standout Italian singles that bridge mainstream and alternative scenes."

 "Better to listen to one of their albums than other crap that’s heard on the radio."

This review revisits Linea 77's 'Available For Propaganda,' highlighting its hardcore rhythms and energetic tracks. Although not groundbreaking, the album offers enjoyable songs and stands out compared to mainstream radio fare. The inclusion of Italian hits adds a distinctive touch. Overall, a solid but ordinary release. Listen to Linea 77's 'Available For Propaganda' to experience energetic hardcore rhythms and catchy Italian rock anthems.

 A chorus deserving a ten out of ten, rightfully among the most intense songs I had the pleasure of listening to this summer.

 Soundtrack of a summer coming to an end, soundtrack for reflective people, vaguely existential, who like to cradle themselves in a sea full of reassuring melancholic waves.

The Sinking Feeling's 'Old Friends' EP showcases the band's youthful emo and punk influences with heartfelt intensity and melancholic melodies. The four tracks blend sincere punk rhythms, grunge guitar tones, and reflective, existential themes. Standout songs like 'Depends' and 'Snakeblood' highlight their strong songwriting and emotional depth. The EP serves as a perfect soundtrack for the end of summer and introspection. Listen to The Sinking Feeling's 'Old Friends' EP and dive into heartfelt emo punk vibes that resonate with youth and reflection.

 The impression after several listens is one of incompleteness, an album that doesn’t go beyond just doing the job.

 It’s not the disaster it’s painted as, we’re almost at the surface level.

Editors' fourth album, The Weight Of Your Love, explores a new musical direction with strings and orchestration, moving away from the guitars and synths of earlier work. While some tracks evoke nostalgia and showcase quality craftsmanship, the album overall feels incomplete and transitional. The reception is mixed but not entirely negative, indicating potential for re-evaluation over time. Discover the evolving sound of Editors in The Weight Of Your Love—listen now and decide if this transitional album resonates with you!

 Athletics is a band from Asbury Park, New Jersey, composed of vocalist Garret Yager along with Jimmy Boyce, John Cannon, Howie Cohen, and Zachary West.

 A true melancholic lullaby stifled by a scream that splits the song in two and sees the explosive entry of guitars, never so harsh throughout the EP.

Athletics' EP 'Who You Are Is Not Enough' offers a melodic post-rock experience infused with emo and ambient elements. The 30-minute concept piece explores life and love themes across five connected acts. With polished production by Greg Dunn, the EP balances soothing melodies and intense guitar bursts, culminating in a delicate piano ballad. A noteworthy indie discovery worth exploring. Dive into Athletics' evocative EP and experience a heartfelt post-rock journey—listen and download it for free now!