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Green Enkd Society – “F THEM IF THEY DON’T F WITH US”

March 25, 2026

The dark wizards of up and coming rap group Green Enkd Society find a home between the mystic and the grounded, and it’s on prime display in their latest single, “F THEM IF THEY DON’T F WITH US.” The track’s witchy tone is set immediately upon the beat drop, with midnight howls and a piano scale that goes on just a bit too long to itch your ear. Grand Wizzard MC and Jay Will snap the track to something a little bit more of this world, He speak to his bewitching of life’s big bootied temptresses, coalescing ideas in a really creative way. Get a flavor for the world of Green Enkd Society on the Infinite Wizzardy 2 album that “F THEM” appears on. You’ll find “F THEM IF THEY DON’T F WITH US” on our Best of 2026 playlist. While you’re there, check out more from the duo on[...]

The Burkharts – “Please Don’t Wake Me Up”

March 24, 2026

The Burkharts have done it again – another retro-inspired, beach-pop jam they’re calling “Please Don’t Wake Me Up.” As always, the band’s image (and imagery) is on point – superimposing images of lighthouses and the ocean over their finely-tuned, red button down aesthetic. The band themselves appear comfy and cozy in a bedroom, adorned with wood paneling and bold colors, not unlike something you’d see in one of those legendary JC Penney photoshoots from the ’80s. Juicy harmonies, jangly guitars, and a 3:4 time signature help to give this one a slow dance vibe – Fans of The Beach Boys, Real Estate, and Best Coast’s lighter fare are in for a treat on this pretty little waltz.   Check out the video embed for “Please Don’t Wake Me Up” below, or, stream it on Spotify.    

Doubleplus Alright – “February Burn”

March 23, 2026

Oakland based Doubleplus Alright bring us their latest, “February Burn.” The track is a beautifully crafted buildup that feels like it could fill an arena and then some. Acoustic guitar and raspy vox give way to the full band and it just feels satisfying. The band accomplishes more in two minutes than many manage to on an entire album.   Written as part of bandmember Chris (no relation) ambitious “song-a-day” project, it certainly doesn’t feel like a filler day! As if to verify a thought that had swam in my head on the first listen, the next track was Nirvana. While this is not a Kurt Cobain throwback, if you listen to their drummer’s follow-up band you might pick up what I’m putting down.   You can hear the track on YouTube, as well as Bandcamp below (and Spotify). While I’m no agent or money man, I’d be willing to[...]

Unwed Sailor – “West Coast Prism”

March 20, 2026

Are you ready to catch a vibe? Unwed Sailor is ready to bring it with their latest single “West Coast Prism.” Instrumental-only tracks are funny, especially this one, because I swore that I could hear singing. Maybe my soul merged with the song and felt what words were left unsung? Or it could be the hearing loss (I would like to think it was the former).   Founding member Jonathon Ford did say this was inspired by “a deep fondness for the ocean, surfing, redwoods, and rocky coastline of Oregon” (and I felt that). I have been thinking about taking a trip out to the PNW soon, so maybe this will be part of my soundtrack (as it should also be for you).   You can hear “West Coast Prism” below from YouTube and on Spotify.  

Youth Valley – “cerberus”

March 20, 2026

Seriously, you need to check out the album art for Youth Valley‘s latest, “cerberus.” It should be in the embed at the end, but you need to really focus on it for a minute and how cute it is. If you don’t think that’s cute you can stop reading. For everyone else, if you’re feeling some post punk that knows how to do cute, you have come to the right place.   It’s all about the guitars here baby! The intro is a gentle combo of synth and guitar that slow builds to blistering guitars around the halfway point that continue until the end. You can find some synthy flavoring interspersed throughout, but this is a shoegaze track that does the “blistering guitar” exceedingly well. Speaking to the track (and the three headed dog), the band had this to say:   “This song is an honest confession of a broken[...]

MUANH – “u wanna have it”

March 20, 2026

“u wanna have it” is the latest from MUANH, the brainchild of Anna Anh Petry. It’s a dreamy slow jam and her vocals will make you feel like you’re floating on the clouds.   I got some Now, Now (one of my personal favs) vibes because, like them; her (non-live) songs sound like you’re at the most intimate concert of your life. Speaking of intimate, the lyrics paint that perfect, slow-sex-jam vibe that never cross the border into TMI. The rest is mostly drum machine and synth with a little guitar, as the focus is (surprise) Petry’s breathy vocals.   You can hear “u wanna have it” below from Bandcamp as well as Spotify.   u wanna have it by MUANH

Pale Puma – “TBV (EP version)”

March 20, 2026

So imagine you’re me and you’re maybe a little tired, listening to music and writing a few blogs. My editor usually includes a note “hey we’ve written about so-and-so before, be sure to include that.” No big deal, right? I search the internet  for “pale puma buffablog” and I found a Facebook post from Pale Puma (aka Django Duyns) praising our coverage of “TBV.” I thought I was in a time warp. Silly me, he pulled a Taylor Swift and re-recorded it under his dreampop moniker Pale Puma (we covered the original here).   It’s interesting hearing the two tracks back to back; the “EP version” leans harder into the dream pop vibe as opposed to the post-punkiness of the initial recording. There are some lyrical differences as well but the heart and soul feels the same – Duyns brings his distinctive vocals and steady as fuck guitar pushing the[...]

Yung Luscious ft. Jayaire Woods – “Caruso”

March 20, 2026

We’re headed back to 2009 with this latest track from up-and-coming rapper Yung Luscious. “Caruso,” the hustling, off-guard-inspired track features a flow that feels like it was stolen off of peak Rick Ross’s hard drive. The beat is built around a delicious little chipmunk soul sample, expertly looped for maximum head-bobbing efficiency. Luscious’s baritone delivery shouldn’t be mistaken for nonchalance. The rapper packs one-liners, references, and double entendres into each bar, just as Alex Caruso packs intangibles into his two-way game. If you’re feeling more from Luscious, give him a listen on Spotify. While you’re there, give our Spotify playlist a deep dive to hear more sultry soul beats and deep cut sports references.

Icon South – “Dinner Date”

March 18, 2026

There’s magic in every layer of Dallas-based Icon South‘s newest melodic new hip hop track, “Dinner Date.” Sunset strums, soulful flute, and South’s sultry harmonies are just a taste of what you’ll find deep in the mix of the song. They build a heavenly wall of sound that pulls you into the production of the track. Icon’s lead part, half-sung half-rapped, settles into the rapper’s questions of loyalty from his environment, before ultimately showing some extra love for sincerity in his life. Give that first minute a listen to catch a really satisfying percussion drop that finds a new groove in the song. If you’re looking for more servings of “Dinner Date,” check out Icon South on Spotify. While you’re there, check out our Best Underground Hip Hop of 2026 playlist, updated every week.

Adetola – “NEW SWAG ORDER”

March 17, 2026

Tallahassee-based rapper and singer Adetola continues her run of anthemic releases with her latest single, “NEW SWAG ORDER.” Distorted, glitchy bass floods your bones while a tiny little melody meets between your ears, making “SWAG” a full-body listening experience. Fittingly, Adetola’s vocals are swagger-filled and chalant-lacking, revelling in her position as the coolest possible person to be handling this beat. Her lyrics call back to the late 2000s hip hop scene — referencing no ceilings, coups, and swag of course — while her delivery and production are distinctly of the moment. Adetola first graced our pages with 2025’s “OHKAYE,” another high-energy track geared for a sleazy, sweaty after-hours party. Check out more from her on Spotify if you’re looking to explore this sound some more, and get into our 2026 Underground Rap Playlist while you’re at it.

Night Moth – “Horse”

March 13, 2026

Night Moth is not horsing around with “Horse.” Their latest clocks in at just 1:28, but jams a lot in within that fleeting timeframe. The opening words “If I could be anyone else/I’d be a horse/Galloping through the Montana fields” say it all, and I can’t agree more. The vocals and guitar are clean with a folk indie mouthfeel that anyone with a modicum of good taste can get into (looking at you fellow buffaBLOGGER Ron).   You can hear “Horse” below from Soundcloud, as well as on Bandcamp. Their socials are currently set to private but I’m sure if you pop a follow you’ll unlock the access you so crave. You can dig deeper with their label, Worry Bead Records (based out of NYC in Queens) if you care to dive down the rabbit hole – we certainly have in the past.  

figure eight – “hummingbird”

March 13, 2026

California based figure eight brings us their latest with “hummingbird.” Low key AF vocals go for the slow burn, so much so that you’ll be lost betwixt the harmonies and mournful guitars. If you could quantify the feelings and longing the band creates atmospherically with the instrumentals alone, you’d probably have a cure for loneliness. I felt equal parts sadness and hopefulness and I’m still not sure which was the stronger emotion.   “hummingbird” is available below from Bandcamp and on Spotify. “until the sun swallows the earth” is the second half of the single and well worth your time if you enjoyed the first half. Shorter but somehow a deeper dive, you’re certainly not left wanting.   until the sun swallows the earth / hummingbird by figure eight

The Library is On Fire – “Intrusive Thots”

March 13, 2026

The Library is On Fire and you can lay that at the feet of Steve Five, the founding member of the band. “Intrusive Thots” is hilariously current while giving a nod to the melodies of yesteryear. Diving right into the lo-fi 90’s aesthetic, the band finds their blissful, lo-fi tone and stays there. Slacky raucous guitars and that “idgaf” grunge carelessness come home to roost – you won’t be disappointed. Plus, who doesn’t love a good pun about thots?   “Intrusive Thots” can be found on both OnlyFans and the YouTube music video below.  You can hear that and the rest of their five track EP on Spotify.          

COOL HEAT – “Not the Same”

March 13, 2026

You may or may not feel the same after COOL HEAT’S “Not the Same,” but you’ll be able to accurately question what the same might feel like. The brainchild of Chicagoan Eden Sierotnik, he holds the honor of being only the second person I’ve heard of with the name Eden. He differs from the Eden I know with his love of the post punk synth and eerie soundscapes… Whereas the Eden I know might be a bit more into show tunes, or perhaps the soundtrack to Wicked.   Eden’s vocals adapt to the humdrum of the instrumentals and will put you in that good, numbed-out spot that you can’t help but be attracted to. Icy-cold electronic textures spin a dark and moody vibe, which, as astute readers can probably tell, is a surefire way into our blackened hearts. We’ve previously covered the band here and, much like then, have nothing[...]

Lateral – “Fruit Bearing Yields”

March 13, 2026

“Fruit Bearing Yields” is the latest from self described the “scrongly rockers” of Lateral. Coming out strong with a proggy math rock kick in the teeth, you can tell they’re just showing off how fucking good they are as a group. Bass/drums/guitar are hitting all the shots in the corner pocket while you’re waiting for the breakdown (that’s already happening and the song is done, jeez, you need to pay attention better). Speaking to the track, vocalist Erik had this to say:   “‘Fruit Bearing Yields’ is about feeling guilty for not liking a gift you’ve received for Christmas or birthday, but then after getting further into it I realized it was about self actualization and coming to terms with parts of myself I fall short and addressing the root causes of said problems- while kicking myself for not doing it sooner.”   You can hear the track below on[...]