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 How beautiful is the sun above our heads, the palm trees in the Caribbean, and those swimsuits straight from the '80s?

 The band is English from Manchester, previously known as Wu Lyf, here launching into a fresh funk album tainted with indie rock, heaps of reverb, and lots of suntan lotion.

Los Porcos' EP 'Porco Mio' blends bright funk with indie rock, evoking Caribbean sunshine and 80s nostalgia. Manchester-based and formerly Wu Lyf, the band delivers a fresh, reverb-heavy sound. Although short, the album is highly recommended, especially the track 'Porc Noise Complaint.' Listen to Los Porcos’ Porco Mio EP for a fresh burst of sunny funk and indie rock vibes!

 This album is as if The Wire in the making of Chairs Missing, had John Lydon from PIL as a leader.

 It’s nice to see how English bands distance themselves from their more beat roots and seek transatlantic paths.

Christian Fitness’s 2015 album 'Love Letters In The Age Of Steam' offers a compelling blend of post-hardcore and British indie influences reminiscent of The Wire and PIL. The album stands out for its sophisticated songwriting and transatlantic sound. Notable tracks include 'All Ghosts To Medicine Counter Four' and 'Standard Issue Griff.' The reviewer recommends exploring this album alongside Christian Fitness's previous release for a fuller experience. Listen to Christian Fitness’s 'Love Letters In The Age Of Steam' and explore a unique fusion of British post-hardcore and indie rock today!

 Natural Phenomena is shoegaze but it’s not, it’s dream pop but it’s not, it’s ambient but it’s not, it’s post rock but it’s not!

 Synthesizers immersed in cosmic noise.

Natural Phenomena by White Poppy is a unique blend of shoegaze, dream pop, ambient, and post rock that defies easy categorization. The album creates hypnotic atmospheres reminiscent of Slowdive's Pygmalion and early Durutti Column. It thrives on distorted and distant memories through cosmic synth layers. This underrated and hidden gem features standout tracks like 'Confusion' and 'Mermaids.' Highly recommended for fans of immersive, atmospheric music. Dive into White Poppy's Natural Phenomena and experience an ethereal journey through dream pop and ambient soundscapes.

 I love Steve Hartlett, the former singer of the (sigh) late Ovlov, who carries the same sounds with him, so the break was only psychological.

 For those who like the previously mentioned bands, 90s Alternative Rock, lots and lots of fuzzy guitars, and endless nostalgia.

Stove's album 'Is Stupider' captures the spirit of 90s alternative rock with fuzzy guitars and shoegaze influences. Steve Hartlett continues his musical journey after Ovlov, delivering nostalgia with a modern touch. Fans of Dinosaur Jr., Sonic Youth, and My Bloody Valentine will find much to love. The album is lengthy but rewarding, especially the closing track 'Dumboy'. Standout songs include 'Jock Dreams' and 'Aged Hype'. Listen to Stove's 'Is Stupider' for a fresh take on 90s alt rock nostalgia—discover fuzzy guitars and dreamy vibes today!

 The novelty in all this is the 'artistic' use of autotune: a voice that often risks falsetto, rendered unstable by tonal modification, never kitsch and pointless, but well-blended with the base.

 Sugarwater is an album of absolute value, to be taken in small and intense doses, it cannot have a cursory listen and be judged with skips.

Sugarwater by Swings is a sophisticated fusion of slowcore, post-hardcore, and pop genres, enhanced by artistic autotune. The album features jazzy rhythms and an emotional, nostalgic aura reminiscent of '90s American indie music. It demands attentive listening and is highly recommended, especially tracks like Tiles and Blood On Seersucker. Listen to Swings' Sugarwater on Bandcamp and experience a fresh take on slowcore and indie pop today!

 The Ex-Breathers have created an album that would not have been out of place in the American post-hardcore scene between the 80s and 90s.

 This album lasts just under 30 minutes, always at high tension, without pauses.

Ex-Breathers' 2015 album Past Tense channels the fierce post-hardcore energy of the 80s and 90s American scene. Drawing strong comparisons to Fugazi, Melvins, and The Jesus Lizard, the album is a tight, intense burst of punk and grunge influences, lasting just under 30 minutes with no pauses. Notable tracks include Car, Static Machines, and Forced Binaries, capturing a raw, high-tension experience. Listen to Ex-Breathers' Past Tense for a raw post-hardcore blast from the past!

 The Palehound are the illegitimate children of '90s Boston, with off-kilter sounds and genuine math pop.

 A must-have album for the collection, assured Top 15 in many rankings.

Palehound's Dry Food is praised as a standout 2015 album combining math pop with folk and country influences. The review highlights the band's unique sound rooted in '90s Boston alternative, blending catchy melodies with dynamic guitars and sweet female vocals. References to influential bands like Pavement, Pixies, and Helium enrich the description. The reviewer recommends this album enthusiastically, especially noting the tracks "Molly" and "Healthier Folk." Listen to Palehound's Dry Food and experience a fresh blend of math pop and indie rock from 2015!

 In this record, the electronic component emerges strongly, with synthesizers between Dead Can Dance and New Order, sharing the bass with the Cure.

 The voice brings the atmospheres above the clouds, launching us forcefully from the abyss to the stars.

Tamaryn's album Cranekiss channels a rich blend of genres including industrial, darkwave, dream pop, and shoegaze with a strong electronic presence. The ethereal vocals contrast with dark synth sounds, reminiscent of New Order and The Cure. While slightly uneven and occasionally aiming for commercial appeal, the album is praised for its atmospheric depth and genre fusion. It stands out as a noteworthy release within 2015's diverse music landscape. Listen to Tamaryn's Cranekiss and experience a mesmerizing fusion of dream pop and 80s-inspired darkwave.

 They took Fugazi and made them dirty and clean, they stayed true to their American roots without making the folk tinges trivial.

 Stops and turns, abrupt restarts, bumpy roads scattered with surprises, this is the Pile album, one of the absolute albums of 2015.

The review praises Pile's 2015 album 'You're Better Than This' as a defining work within the American post-hardcore scene. It highlights the band's ability to blend raw, gritty sounds with moments of melodic clarity and surprise. The album is positioned alongside notable contemporaries and acclaimed acts. The reviewer appreciates the band's authentic American identity and musical risks, deeming it one of the standout albums of 2015. Listen to 'You're Better Than This' and experience the raw intensity of Pile's 2015 breakthrough album!

 I sail through the web with my little 3D boat, the square sun sets on the horizon, and the pixel sea darkens and fogs over my view.

 The more you listen to vaporwave, the more it saddens you, but did anyone ever sing "Cosa Resterà Di Quest’Anni ’60?" I would understand many things.

This review captures the atmospheric and nostalgic essence of Miami Vice - Palm Haze, an album that blends vaporwave moods with '80s synth and disco vibes. The author vividly describes pixelated virtual landscapes and melancholy yet warm rhythms evoking past decades. It highlights the appeal of revisiting the 1980s through modern electronic music while reflecting on the emotional complexity tied to this retro revival. Dive into Miami Vice - Palm Haze and experience a lush voyage through retro synth landscapes. Listen now and immerse yourself in vaporwave nostalgia!