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 Strong Reaction by Pegboy, a band formed from the ashes of Naked Raygun, is melodic hardcore punk like Bad Religion (but better!).

 The songs have a sunny vitality although they evoke nostalgia and melancholy.

Strong Reaction by Pegboy is celebrated as a hidden gem in melodic hardcore punk. The album blends emo and pop elements with a lo-fi gritty sound that radiates both nostalgia and vitality. The reviewer praises its unique mix of grime and brightness, evoking emotions deeply. The discovery reignited the reviewer's passion for punk music. Listen to Pegboy's Strong Reaction and experience a powerful blend of punk energy and emotional depth today!

 An album that can remind one of the sounds of Elephant Six and the intimacy of bands like Eric’s Trip and/or The Microphones, with a strong and decisive emo spirit.

 The nearly 70 minutes of this work with its lengthy title is an encyclopedia of the best in lo-fi, dream, folk, alternative rock, and pop.

Teen Suicide's 2016 album 'It's the Big Joyous Celebration, Let's Stir the Honeypot' marks the return of Sam Ray's beloved project. Spanning nearly 70 minutes and 26 tracks, it masterfully blends lo-fi, dream folk, emo, and alternative rock. The album evokes nostalgic sounds reminiscent of Elephant Six and The Microphones while maintaining a fresh, intimate vibe. Its concise, varied tracks capture a unique indie spirit with emotional depth. Listen to Teen Suicide’s unique blend of lo-fi and emo today and experience a nostalgic indie journey like no other!

 Bringing Home The Bait is a 1985 album that had so much to say for its time, but it was overshadowed by its more famous and similar art-noise (Sonic Youth) and hardcore punk (Husker Du) counterparts.

 Deep bass and hypnotic riffs, piercing distortions and an exhausted voice; drums that seem to be played by a percussionist.

Bringing Home the Bait by Live Skull is a 1985 album that delivers a dark-punk sound blending epic, anxious, and tormented moods. Despite being overshadowed by more famous contemporaries like Sonic Youth and Husker Du, the album stands out for its hypnotic riffs, deep bass, and raw vocals. The band’s New York origins contribute to their unique art-noise influence with a touch of Joy Division’s dark ambiance. Discover Live Skull's hidden gem—listen to Bringing Home the Bait and experience the dark energy of 1980s underground punk.

 Empty highways surrounded by an endless black, few but blinding lights that aid sleep on these straight paths.

 Oneirism in a wildly sci-fi state, ambient synths from a parallel universe.

Lust For Youth's 'Compassion' is praised for its atmospheric and retro-inspired synth sounds that evoke a dreamy, sci-fi state. The album conjures feelings of nostalgia and mental illusions, perfect for fans of ambient and synthpop genres. It captures the mood of a summer both lost and never begun, making it a highlight of 2016's releases. Dive into the dreamy world of Lust For Youth's Compassion and experience retro synthwave at its finest!

 How great would it be if Fugazi and Slint formed a superband, maybe integrating bits and pieces from the NY and Massachusetts scene!

 MIIIIIIIIIIIIIND BLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWW!!

Big Ups' album 'Before a Million Universes' delivers a thrilling post-punk sound reminiscent of Fugazi and Slint. The review expresses strong enthusiasm and excitement about the band's energetic style and scene influences. It highlights the album as a standout release of 2016 with explosive impact. Dive into Big Ups' explosive debut and experience a mind-blowing post-punk journey now!

 The Notwist releases a metal-infused debut as if J Mascis had dealt with thrash metal; powerful riffs that trigger violent headbanging.

 It doesn’t matter what the Notwist are now; what matters is knowing that their first album, dated 1991, has nothing to do with their current counterpart.

The Notwist's 1991 self-titled debut offers a metal-infused sound vastly different from their later style. With powerful riffs reminiscent of thrash metal and J Mascis's influence, the album delivers intense headbanging energy. Though some cleaner sounds feel slightly out of place, the record remains a worthy listen for fans of heavier rock. Listen to The Notwist's powerful metal debut and explore their early sound today!

 Two Inch Astronaut stumble but never fall, they shout but never push beyond the line of pop.

 In Personal Life there is almost certainly the best song of 2016: Andy’s Progress Report.

Two Inch Astronaut's album Personal Life delivers a unique blend of math rock, grunge, and post-hardcore wrapped in accessible pop. The review highlights the emotional depth without tipping into melodrama, praising especially the standout track Andy’s Progress Report as possibly the best song of 2016. The band manages to evoke strong feelings while maintaining balance and originality throughout the album. Listen to Two Inch Astronaut's Personal Life and experience the standout track Andy’s Progress Report today!

 Porches is lo-fi, bringing back a basic use of the synth in its disco-funk deviation, the bass lies beneath the atmospheric layer and hypnotizes the tired limbs.

 There are distinctly dream-like moments (Beach House) and some folk reminiscence (Grizzly Bear).

Porches' album 'Pool' channels a nostalgic late-'80s lo-fi synth sound blended with disco-funk and dream pop elements. The hypnotic basslines and atmospheric layers create an immersive mood fitting for introspective late-night drives. Comparisons to Beach House and Grizzly Bear highlight its dreamy and folk-inspired textures. The review praises its evocative and immersive qualities. Dive into Porches' 'Pool' and let its dreamy synth waves transform your late-night drives and quiet moments.

 Gargantua is deep and leaves a void in the heart.

 It’s as if Stephin Merritt brought distortions into his muffled and calm world, bringing fog into the fog.

Gargantua by Space Mountain is a deeply emotional indie pop album characterized by lo-fi and bedroom pop aesthetics. The review praises its anachronistic yet heartfelt sound with clear influences from Stephin Merritt, Pavement, and Yo La Tengo. The album maintains a consistent quality with standout tracks like 'Voyager 2' and the title track 'Gargantua.' Overall, it's described as a needed listen for fans of indie and lo-fi music. Listen to Gargantua and immerse yourself in Space Mountain's lush indie pop soundscape today!

 Exploding In Sound never disappoints, and once again they have managed to release a masterpiece that will be talked about animatedly in 10-15 years.

 Crystal-clear post-hardcore that only gets as dirty as necessary.

Washer's album 'Here Comes Washer' delivers an exceptional post-hardcore experience with fuzzy guitars and a perfect balance of grit and clarity. The record recalls iconic bands like Nirvana and Pixies, blending influences of math rock and minimal acoustic phrasing. Released by Exploding In Sound, it's praised as a timeless gem that may be celebrated for years. Key tracks such as 'Figure Me Out,' 'Human,' and 'Eyelids' stand out as highlights. Listen to Washer's 'Here Comes Washer' now and dive into a timeless post-hardcore experience!