Brooklyn electronic downtempo psych duo Drinker inserted a bit of vintage West Coast folk pop on their new single Sinking / Feeling. Singer-songwriter Aaron Mendelsohn and producer-composer Ariel Loh construct their songs like an intricate piece of origami, with unexpected twists and turns leaving the listener wondering about how they did it.
Music is never wrong. You might not like it, but it’s never wrong. It's such a great way of explaining stuff.
Josh Homme
Leeds neo-psych trio The Boxing are sounding fiercely retro on their new single Tame. Singer and guitarist Harrison Warke has all the trappings of an aloof front man, while drummer Charlie Webb and bassist Henry Chatham keep him grounded and make sure he doesn't float into outer space. Driven by an infectious pop melody - including a sly nod to The Cure - the band have a winner on their hands.
The Trey Anastasio Band will embark on a short West Coast Fall tour. They will play in Los Angles on Halloween, squashing all rumours of a Phish extravaganza this year.
Israeli psychedelic shoegaze trio Vaadat Charigim will be on tour in August and September, playing shows in the UK, The Netherlands and France. Recommended if you like Porcupine Tree and The Jesus and Mary Chain.
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