I’ve been a fan of J-pop (it’s a guilty pleasure), and I’ve enjoyed
YOASOBI since I first heard their “
Monster” about three years ago in the Netflix
Beastars anime. They are poised to break out since their English songs are just as good as the Japanese language versions. “Adventure” is a great example of that sunny J-pop melody loaded with catchy hooks.
E-Side-3 is the very latest from this talented artist. Next, the criminally underrated
Lolas have been very active lately, and they deserve props for the rich jangling melody, “Work is the Blackmail of Survival.”
Red Dwarf Star is something I don’t always feature (psychedelic heavy rock), but I just love this deeply atmospheric track, that reminds me of Pink Floyd and Soundgarden.
Daz & The Demons have a great power pop sound, check out “You Wait For Something” and “Barcelona.”
Sam Evian‘s new LP is only 9 tracks (so it’s like a big EP), and it embraces a spontaneous spirit; listen to “Wild Days” and my fave here, “Jacket,” with its “la la la” drops. Don’t look now, but
The Armoires are back, and they “Absolutely Mean It.” A great advance single – enjoy!