Obscure Sound — Boston-based band bikethrasher revel in a range of gripping rock nostalgia on “Hillside,” which infuses shades of ’90s alt-rock and mid-’00s punk within the band’s compelling songwriting — which on “Hillside” ventures from angst-y non... more info

Stereogum — Anytime a band has two drummers, I sit up and take notice. It’s got to be a major pain in the ass to cram a couple of different drum kits into a tour van, and anytime a group is that committed to its rhythmic attack, you’ve got to commend it. ... more info

Obscure Sound — Athens, Georgia-based band Rag Bags deliver a satiating rock appeal throughout their Sweet Talk EP. Comprising Tyler and Alex Nicholson alongside Ian Hemerlein, Rag Bags impress with a range of tonal pursuits — from the eerie post-punk brooding and... more info

Consequence Of Sound — Wes just inked a label deal with Pavement Entertainment. Nicolas Cage’s Son Wes Cage Unleashes Solo Single “The Wolf”: Stream Spencer Kaufman more info

Stereogum — Last year, South Korean shoegaze band Say Sue Me shared 10 , an anniversary EP with covers of Yo La Tengo, Pavement, Daniel Johnston, and more. Since then, they unveiled the song “Mind Is Light” in July, and today they’re back with “4am�... more info

Consequence Of Sound — The collection features covers of Taylor Swift, Pavement, Slowdive, and more. Soccer Mommy Unveils New Covers EP Karaoke Night: Stream Abby Jones more info

Stereogum — The Philly hardcore band Nine Of Swords announced BEYOND THE SWORDS, their first album in six years, by sharing its incendiary opener “WITH HELP.” Today they’re back with the album’s second track, an equally furious two-minute stomper call... more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Pavement's Stephen Malkmus on his 'good enough' lyrics, the joys of prepping a reunion setlist and finding common ground with Kanye West. more info

Stereogum — Slanted And Enchanted — now there’s an album worth celebrating! Pavement’s brilliant, game-changing full-length debut came out 30 years ago today, and the band is indeed commemorating the anniversary in myriad ways, less than two weeks afte... more info

Stereogum — David Berman, the poet, cartoonist, and singer-songwriter behind Silver Jews and Purple Mountains, died yesterday at the age of 52. Many of his friends, collaborators, and fans, including Pavement's Stephen Malkmus and Bob Nastanovich, have shared tr... more info