Endearments – “Ocean”

Endearments – “Ocean”

The tellingly-named Endearments explore themes of heartbreak on their latest synthpop/dreampop hybrid, "Ocean." Endearments is more colloquially known as Brooklyn native Kevin Marksson - the songwriter and synth-head describes, "Ocean" as: "A no-stone-unturned glimpse...

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Liily – “Anvil”

Liily – “Anvil”

Fresh off a tight September gig at Mohawk Place, we're happy to feature LA-based quartet Liily and their mathy/shoegaze hybrid, "Anvil." This young band is no stranger to the press - they've been featured heavily in Spotify and Apple Music playlists and have even...

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Belaver – “Mount Misery”

Belaver – “Mount Misery”

Belaver stepped out of his comfort zone to put out his first "upbeat" single and we think it paid off big time... "Mount Misery" is a look at the so-called American dream and how creatives in today's society tend to get exploited by faceless corporations. Belaver set...

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Ice In My Eyes – “Arpeggiator”

Ice In My Eyes – “Arpeggiator”

Luxembourg-based quintet Ice In My Eyes nailed it on this high-energy synthpop-meets-indie-rock jam they're calling "Arpeggiator." With a big synth bass bouncing the song along, the song lurches forward at a great, blood-pumping tempo. Even though this has an upbeat...

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The Washing Line Economy – “Mirrors”

The Washing Line Economy – “Mirrors”

Last time we checked in with The Washing Line Economy, we were excited to share their swirly, sunny slice of indie pop called "In As Many Minutes." They're back again with a new tune called "Mirrors" that continues their trend of slightly-squiggly indie rock with a...

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Schedule 1 – “Paint It Red”

Schedule 1 – “Paint It Red”

Vancouver-based post-punkers Schedule 1 caught our ears with this super urgent song about "familial identity, purpose, and pain." We were drawn to the sheer energy of "Paint it Red" - a blistering tempo, sing/shout vocals, shreddy guitar riffs, and a chord progression...

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Vagrant Sabbatical – “past mary”

Vagrant Sabbatical – “past mary”

Beyond the crushing, stripped-down simplicity of "past mary," Vagrant Sabbatical has an amazing backstory. Having been sent from "Hawaii to Queens to Vermont to California" over the past few years and holding three different jobs, he simply hasn't had the time or the...

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Gabe James – “FLICKER”

Gabe James – “FLICKER”

Viral TikTok sensation Gabe James struck it big with a flip of Olivia Rodrigo's smash single "good 4 u..." Now he's trying his hand at his own stuff and it's going remarkably well. "FLICKER" is our latest recommendation - beyond the flashy music video treatment and...

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Abbreviations – “Turn On You”

Abbreviations – “Turn On You”

Dallas-based quartet Abbreviations nailed it on this hush-hush indie rocker they're calling "Turn On You." Rather than stick to a traditional love ballad, this is a song about realizing you have feelings for someone else outside of your relationship... Or as they put...

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Varsity Star – “Pipes”

Varsity Star – “Pipes”

There's something to be said about a visceral song like "Pipes" by Varsity Star - rather than try to make a melodic/traditional song, "Pipes" is all about being an "extremely physical" listen. The textures in the song seem to pop out of the speakers; Varsity Star...

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VANT – “All I Need To Get By”

VANT – “All I Need To Get By”

There's something delightfully raucous about the latest offering from VANT - "All I Need To Get By" is an ode to OCD, addictions, and insecurities set perfectly to a chaotic-but-enjoyable palate of synths and guitars. For all the pre-existing VANT fans out there, this...

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Sam Wright – “Closer”

Sam Wright – “Closer”

Sam Wright is here crafting the kind of swirly, lo-fi pop that truly matters - case-in-point, the groovy whirl of "Closer." Jangly guitar stabs; noodle-y bass lines; and spiraling riffs are jam packed into this tune... Fans of Crumb, TOPS, and and Unknown Mortal...

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Air Devi – “Air of a Masterpiece”

Air Devi – “Air of a Masterpiece”

It's been a bit since we've heard from Philly-based artist Air Devi (we previously featured singles "No Clearances" and "Mosquitos in the Backyard") - we're excited again about their latest single, "Lint of a Masterpiece." Mixing equal amounts slacker rock and dream...

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Runners Club 95 – “Apricot”

Runners Club 95 – “Apricot”

Runners Club 95 bring their end-of-summer vaporwave aesthetic to a new jam they're calling "Apricot." While this Swedish duo typically sticks to a more effervescent feel, "Apricot" finds them experimenting with a more vintage pop appeal this time around... There's a...

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Freedom Fry – “Be Your Man”

Freedom Fry – “Be Your Man”

Our friends in Freedom Fry are no strangers to buffaBLOG - we've previously featured the LA duo's work in articles about "Party Down" and "Smile" respectively. They're back with more of the excellent, nu-disco tinged synthpop we've come to love, this time in the form...

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Steven Bamidele – “Other Side”

Steven Bamidele – “Other Side”

We've been loving the latest offering from UK-based singer/songwriter Steven Bamidele. "Other Side" is a neo-soul/bedroom-pop hybrid, full of airy oohs, a tight drum sound, and Bamidele's omni-pleasant vocal delivery. "Side" is super chill with a deep, deep groove...

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Hands Down – “Never Been That Happy”

Hands Down – “Never Been That Happy”

Hands Down (aka songwriter/producer Filip Sjörgren) caught our ears with the melancholy indie pop of his latest creation, "Never Been That Happy." Falsetto vocals that would make Thom Yorke blush carry this one along - they sit atop Sjörgren's epic brand of dark...

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Basement Revolver – “Transatlantic”

Basement Revolver – “Transatlantic”

Are you paying attention?! We're very clearly obsessed with our Canadian friends in Basement Revolver (we most recently shared their previous single, "Skin" back in August). They're back with another amazing dream-pop reverb-fest, this time called "Transatlantic."...

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Thyla – “Gum”

Thyla – “Gum”

UK-based indie rockers Thyla are shrugging off the weights of the world with their new single "Gum." It's an upbeat but raucous tune that showcases a dancy, disco-esque beat with emotional vocal melodies and bombastic guitars. The whole affair feels swirly and just a...

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Golding – “Boxing Underwater”

Golding – “Boxing Underwater”

Australian duo Golding have teamed up with US-based singer Cailin Russo to bring this swimmy sensation from across the pond... Last time we checked in with these two, they were collab-ing with BOO SEEKA on their electropop anthem, "Don't Waste Your Love..." We think...

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Pale Moon – “Strange Days”

Pale Moon – “Strange Days”

Last time we checked in with Icelandic/Siberian act Pale Moon, we were excited about the nostalgic, 70s-influenced sounds of their single "Parachutes." This time around, we're highlighting another gem, "Strange Days," which still plays with the Fleetwood Mac-esque...

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monmoi – “Dream On Baby”

monmoi – “Dream On Baby”

The last time we checked in with monmoi, we couldn't get enough of their then-single "Eyebrows." They're (aka George David) back with another taste of dreamy bedroom-pop with a tune they call (aptly) "Dream On Baby." This time around, they've injected a bit of...

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The Kite Society – “Oxford Jelly”

The Kite Society – “Oxford Jelly”

We're loving the spunk on the new single from The Kite Society - you might also recognize singer/songwriter Donald Campbell from his work in The Easter Island Statue. "Oxford Jelly" is a Blur-ish, guitar-driven single with lots of unique hallmarks - think flutes,...

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Petite Amie – “Elektro”

Petite Amie – “Elektro”

Here's a cool one from Mexico City's Petite Amie - we've been enjoying the woozy electropop sounds of the fittingly-named "Elektro." Swirly synths, futuristic vibes, and super-pleasant falsetto crooning pushes this one into near-psychedelic territory without ever...

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Lazy Daze – “Two Hands On The Wheel”

Lazy Daze – “Two Hands On The Wheel”

LA-based indie rocker Lazy Daze hit our inboxes with the beachy "Two Hands On The Wheel" and we've been hooked ever since. Wavy guitars and an ever-present halo of reverb help to propel this toward that hazy (pun intended) end-of-summer vibe that feels so fitting this...

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Paul Whitacre – “90 Down 40”

Paul Whitacre – “90 Down 40”

We can all agree 2020 was a mess, right? Singer/songwriter Paul Whitacre's last year was rough too - as evidenced by his ode to his lost 2020 tour, "90 Down 40." In the song, Whitacre comes to terms with his doomed tour through a dirge-y tempo, electronic flourishes,...

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Neon Cathedral – “Drab”

Neon Cathedral – “Drab”

Oklahoma City duo Neon Cathedral recently released their debut EP, Velvet - it's an onslaught of shoegazy, fuzzed-out songs led by lead single "Drab." There gothy vibes and a reverb-soaked atmosphere here set off by strong melody and lovelorn vocals - fans of...

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Spritely – “Imma Buy A House”

Spritely – “Imma Buy A House”

Digging this pop-grunge tune from bedroom-popper Spritely - "Imma Buy A House" is a "cheeky declaration of independence" from a long-distance partner who was expressing some iffy-ness about Spritely moving across the country to be together... She tells them off with...

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Dead Emerson – “Eleventh Hour”

Dead Emerson – “Eleventh Hour”

Last time we checked in with Dead Emerson, we were jazzed on their latest single, "Sucker Punch." The one-man-show is back again with another indie-pop banger called "Eleventh Hour." Emerson recently dealt with some pesky bouts of disassociation, where he felt...

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The Day – “Empty”

The Day – “Empty”

We've raved about Netherlands-based dream-pop duo The Day before - both in their cover of The Lemonheads' "Tenderfoot" and their ethereal indie rocker "We Killed Our Hearts." They're back with another stunning slice of indie pop, a song called "Empty." With strong,...

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HotKid – “Letter”

HotKid – “Letter”

HotKid is the work of multi-talented Canadian producer/singer/songwriter/guitarist Shiloh Harrison... We've been jamming on their latest offering, "Letter" all week. On the surface, "Letter" is a crunchy indie rock tune that highlights a jangly approach and Harrison's...

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I Know Leopard – “Day 2 Day”

I Know Leopard – “Day 2 Day”

Here's a spicy one from Sydney-based trio I Know Leopard. "Day 2 Day" is an ebullient indie-pop jam driven by a bouncy piano backbone. They explore themes of self-doubt and uncertainty through a neon-lens, bringing to mind Caribou, Passion Pit, and The Avalanches with...

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Frogs Show Mercy – “Hereditary”

Frogs Show Mercy – “Hereditary”

Here's a cool one all the way from Miami from emo band Frogs Show Mercy. "Hereditary" is a jaunty, oddly-timed tune with lots of 90s influence - think somewhere between Cap'n Jazz, American Football, and The Dismemberment Plan. You can expect jazzy drumbeats, twinkly...

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Laundry – “Commercials”

Laundry – “Commercials”

Oregon-based act Laundry are here with a springy new single in the form of "Commercials." The band's gloriously happy and melody-soaked music brings to mind Vampire Weekend, The Shins, and Ra Ra Riot - expect lots of la-la-las, ooh-ooh-oohs, and tightly wound...

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Foyer Red – “Slander”

Foyer Red – “Slander”

We've never heard anything quite like "Slander" by Foyer Red... Their songs are playfully chaotic - featuring plucky guitar riffing, squiggly synth arrangements, dueling vocals, tempo changes, and even a bit of whistling. The first single from their upcoming EP Zigzag...

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Nxghtshade – “Death By Desire”

Nxghtshade – “Death By Desire”

It's not often we get an emo house tune in our inboxes, but LA-based producer Nxghtshade has done it with their latest single, "Death By Desire." Carried by itchy guitar stabs; a super danceable synth backbone; and a vaguely love-inspired lyrical package, this one had...

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Together Pangea – “Nervous”

Together Pangea – “Nervous”

buffaBLOG loves Together Pangea - we saw them play Buffalo in 2018 and recently raved over their song, "Nothing To Hide." They're back with another jaunty indie rocker called "Nervous" - the LA rockers have a fantastic ability to inject their songs with the same...

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Connor McCoy – “Geode”

Connor McCoy – “Geode”

Connor McCoy hit us up with this stunning new single he's affectionately titled "Geode." With unique percussion choices; simple acoustic guitar riffing; and Connor's uniquely ghostly voice, "Geode" stands out with a creative sound that's both gentle and engaging. It's...

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