Obscure Sound — The debut single from Nashville-based husband-wife duo Matched, “Give In” enamors with a spirited, melodic escalation from serene acoustics into an anthemic rousing. Shimmering acoustics glide into a serene vocal composure, admitting “I’m afr... more info

Obscure Sound — Impressing with an eclectic rock range touting both infectiousness and heartfelt lyrical pursuits, The Cocktail Hour is the new album from Brian Halloran. Crafted largely during the COVID lockdown in 2020, the album stirs in its emotional sincerity �... more info

Stereogum — In The Alternative Number Ones, I’m reviewing every #1 single in the history of the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks/Alternative Songs, starting with the moment that the chart launched in 1988. This column is a companion piece to The Number Ones, a... more info

Stereogum — In just a few days, Lydia Loveless is releasing a new album, Nothing’s Gonna Stand In My Way Again. We’ve heard “Toothache,” “Runaway,” and “Sex And Money” from it so far, and today the Ohio rocker is sharing one last advance track... more info

Obscure Sound — Showing a brooding yet melodic sound reminiscent of The Cure, Front Row Empty is the debut EP from The Lowtones, a 5-piece from Norwich, UK. They have been active throughout Norwich in the past year, performing on the BBC Introducing Stage at Wild Pa... more info

3hive — Washington State’s Datura will remind any 80’s head of bands like Joy Division (a little New Order too) and The Cure (list any other great 80’s post-punk band here), but their wall of sound guitar and relentless pounding/chugging rhythm sectio... more info

Stereogum — The Cure have been working on new music, but they've also been celebrating their past as a band lately. In May, they played a five-night run of shows in Sydney for the 30th anniversary of their seminal album Disintegration. Last month, they released ... more info

Consequence of Sound — And just in time, too, as Nine Inch Nails are a 2020 nominee. Trent Reznor says inducting The Cure changed his mind about Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Ben Kaye more info

Obscure Sound — Showing a dark rock sound with vibes reminiscent of The Cure and John Maus, “My Graveyard Grl” is a new track from goth-pop/post-punk project VEDA, fronted by multi-instrumentalist Dominic Antonio Sepúlveda. Based out of Birmingham, UK, VEDA has... more info

Metal Injection — More "Psychosocial" memes! The post Here's SLIPKNOT's "Psychosocial" In The Styles Of GOJIRA, MAYHEM & TOOL appeared first on Metal Injection. more info