Nicky T And The Snake Charmers

Ain’t Wasting Time

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Ain’t Wasting Time

Nicky T and his esteemed band flesh out 11 originals here that are indebted to the blues, where plenty of honesty, passion and conviction for the arts are embraced.

“That’s All I Need” opens with Nicky’s soulful pipes alongside Todd Glass’ frisky drums for the warm blues spirit, and “Mistreating Mama” follows with Keith Kaminski’s lively sax that complements the meticulous guitar and animated singing.

Halfway through, “The Glass” enlists Ronnie Earl’s inimitable guitar and Greg Nagy’s unparalleled voice for the powerful moment, while “Thank You Magic Sam” makes great use of Pete Berg’s frisky drums and Frank Greenhalgh’s colorful bass via the swift rocker.

Deeper still, “Lead Me On” illustrates Chris Codish’s meticulous keys and Nicky’s intimate guitar amid Nagy’s emotive singing, and “Life On Life’s Terms” exits with Kurt Crandall’s gripping harmonica and Nicky’s reflective voice for the softer finish.

Homage to B.B. King, Bobby ‘Blue’ Bland, Magic and, of course, Ronnie Earl, won’t be hard to spot here, as Nicky and crew flesh out swingin’ fun, introspection, and slow burners for a timeless blues experience.

Travels well with: Leonard ‘Lowdown’ Brown- Street Party; Chickenbone Slim- Damn Good And Ready

Red Rockers

It’s In Our Blood

Liberation Hall, 2026

9/10

Listen to It’s In Our Blood

The New Orleans outfit, Red Rockers, captured these 15 tracks at a 2023 show in their hometown, where tunes from their 1981 debut album are present and appreciated.

The set starts with “I’m So Bored Of The U.S.A.”, where John Thomas Griffith’s driving guitar and Bryan Barberot’s scrappy drumming do justice to the classic tune, and “Teenage Underground” follows with John Singletary’s raw yet tuneful pipes surrounded by the melodic rhythm section that invites singing-along.

Moving along, “Know What I Think” chugs with a dense pace of thumping drums and animated guitars, while “Grow Up” is a quick blast of old school punk that’s raw and anthemic.

Getting close to the end, “Voice Of America” makes great use of Darren Hill’s bass playing via the hard hitting and charged disc highlight, and “Guns Of Revolution” exits with group vocals amid the tense and anger fueled formula.

Red Rockers were active from ‘79-’85, are often considered the ‘American Clash’, and their firm punk rock and politically charged diatribes sound just as great and relevant today as they did in their heyday.

Travels well with: Romeo Void- Live ‘81'-’85; Sea Hags- Dead & Gone

Neale Eckstein

Build Our Dreams

Fox Run, 2026

8/10

Listen to Build Our Dreams

Neale Eckstein really impressed me with 2024’s Never Too Late, and this follow up is following a similar course thanks to the thoughtful indie-folk ideas that take help from many excellent players.

“Always Been Older Than Me” opens with Eckstein’s honest voice alongside Pedro Silveira’s warm mandolin that adds much grace and melody, and “All The Little Things” follows with Eric Schwartz’s organ that suits Eckstein’s romantic singing and cozy guitar.

In the middle, “Empty Frame On The Wall” welcomes Nikos Mavridis’ stirring violin amid the eloquent storytelling in an intimate setting, while “I Just Want To Talk To You” makes great use of Josué Gonzalez’s mature keys that complement the impressive range Eckstein hits with emotion.

Landing near the end, “If You Could See Me” pairs Ben Triggs’ heartfelt cello with Eckstein’s soft guitar and powerful wordplay via a sparse beauty, and “Mr. Ashe” exits with Bruno Migliari’s bass that aligns with vivid prose.

An album that is a sequence of human portraits, Eckstein’s songs are relatable and touching, where his formula pulls from life experience with tremendous care and honesty.

Travels well with: Neale Eckstein- Never Too Late; Todd Mack- I’m Gonna Love You No Matter What

Todd Mack

I’m Gonna Love You No Matter What

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to I’m Gonna Love You No Matter What

The singer-songwriter Todd Mack returns with an 8th album, where an excellent backing band help illuminate his lush, Americana vision.

The warm and poetic “Angel Above” opens with Alice Hasen’s cozy fiddle that complements Mack’s smooth pipes, and “On A Line” follows with Rob Vermeulen’s melodic guitar and bass that suits the fuller, rootsy climate.

Further along, “Ain’t Enough” makes great use of Lee Ann Vermeulen-Roberts’ emotive keys amid the heartfelt singing, while “River Carry Me” places Hannah Lynn Cohen on fiddle via the textured and sincere delivery of the album’s best.

Getting close to the end, “Reckless” is a bit more rugged thanks to Krishna Guthrie’s dense guitar licks as Mack’s voice gets more firm, and “You Are There” exits with a folksy strummer where Katherine Winston’s sublime backing vocals won’t go unnoticed.

This is Mack’s first album in 14 years and let’s hope he doesn’t make us wait that long again to enjoy his balance of grit, richness and timeless version of Americana.

Travels well with: Sky Smeed- Live At The Rock House; Matthew Payne- Better Times

Rahul Mukerji

Mridhangit

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Mridhangit

The multi-faceted artist Rahul Mukerji brings his artistic ways to this fusion effort where many players join him for the 11 detailed tracks.

“Mr. Sinister” opens with strong attention to mood, where Ruben Rubio’s fretless bass complements Mukerji’a keys and tabla programming with much mystery, as the setting builds powerfully, and “Bheja Fry” follows with density via Rafael Freitas’ bass amid the swirling guitar dynamics.

Halfway through, the title track welcomes Praveen Sparsh’s konnakol and Rahul Krishnan’s flute and tablas alongside expressive singing, while “Funky Pakora” invites Dylan’s clarinet and Emi Romero’s keys to the thick rocker that carries a dreamy backdrop.

Arriving later, “Four Seas” benefits from Chaplin’s graceful keys that complements the ambience and beauty, and “Mutabor” exits with Erkan Erginci’s strategic duduk and Mukerji’s programming in a delivery that’s soulful and stirring.

An album with a truly global appeal, we’re treated to fragments of rock, jazz, progressive and metal in this unique effort that is transcendent.

Travels well with: Pooja Goswami Pavan- The Mind, Ecstatic- Songs Of Kabir; Kombos Collective-Vardari: Shared Balkan Melodies

Deer Fellow

Hues

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Hues

This debut from the Austin indie folk-pop duo Deer Fellow brings electric guitar, violin and vocal harmonies to 12 very sincere tracks.

“Fool For You” opens with much elegance from Alyssa Kelly’s stirring strings and Matt Salois’ drumming via the gentle climate, and “Invisible” follows with Salois’ cozy acoustic guitar amid Kelly’s soulful pipes.

Closer to the middle, “Beautiful Gray” lands in intimate territory thanks to the heartfelt singing and dreamy guitar, while “Easier” is a charming duet of beauty and folk-friendly ideas that are gripping.

Arriving late, “So Low” invites ambience alongside the rich layers and mature interaction between the pair, and the title track exits with an orchestral version of indie-rock that’s melodic and weaves in and out of pretty textures.

A lyrically vulnerable and musically lush effort, Kelly and Salois are really onto something with their unique brand of indie-folk that embraces chamber and bedroom-pop nods with much care and timelessness.

Travels well with: Ryan Dart- If Love Don’t Break You; Kate & Brendan- One Year Since

Sherri Harding

Storyland

Instant Reply, 2026

9/10

Listen to Storyland

The Ottawa, Canada singer Sherri Harding uses blues, soul and R&B to her advantage for these 11 authentic songs that surround love, resilience and the world we live in.

The upbeat beat mood of “All Around The World” opens with Steve Herrman’s bright trumpet that suits Harding’s soulful singing and Kelvin Holly’s meticulous guitar, and “Down In The Shoals” follows with plenty of rhythm thanks to Rob Holtz’s intricate bass, Brian Cooper’s well timed dobro and Harding’s powerful pipes.

In the middle is where “Rainy Day” and “Dark-Eyed Junco” reside. The former benefits from Jamie Holmes’ thumping drums and Robert Farrell’s lively keys, while the latter sees Harding handling flute via the warm and stylish album highlight that welcomes backing vocals.

Arriving late, the intimate “Tell Me You’re Mine” places Brad McGuin on sax and Anne Lindsay on violin in the heartfelt climate, and the title track exits with plenty of bluesy swagger amid Harding’s soaring voice and guitars from Farrell, Holly and Darwin Demers.

A very mature effort that’s all heart and soul, Harding’s singing is unparalleled and the superb band help flesh out songs that draw similarities to Bonnie Raitt and Susan Tedeschi.

Travels well with: Candice Ivory- New Southern Vintage; Allison August- August Moon

Rich Willey

Laid Back Vol. 1

Boptism, 2026

8/10

Listen to Laid Back Vol. 1

The trumpeter and composer Rich Willey brings plenty of grooves to these 7 songs, where an 11 piece ensemble joins him for the many lively solos.

The reggae spirit of “Laid Back (Night Life)” opens with Paul Mutzabaugh’s playful keys and John Swana’s meticulous EVI adding much to the rhythm and grooves, and “Triple Play” follows with Willey’s lively horn and Charles Heath’s frisky drums that add much charm.

“Long Lost Brothers” and “Ladies First” occupy the middle spots. The former makes great use of Felton Offard’s well timed guitar that suits the rich brass, while the latter gets cozy with its soothing atmosphere and infectious key interaction.

“Hip Slick & Cool” exits, and allows for Jim Gailloreto’s bright sax to shine in the textured album highlight.

An album with a feel good appeal, Willey’s vision gets us on the dance floor, injects plenty of fun and island flavor and tips its hat to jazz thanks to the arrangements by Willy Minko.

Travels well with: Rich Willey- Boptism Christmas; Rich Willey- Puttin’ On The Ritz

Christine Fawson

It Could Happen To You

Self-Released, 2026

8/10

Listen to It Could Happen To You

The singer and trumpeter Christine Fawson is joined by Tim Ray, Dave Zinno and Casey Scheuerell for these 11 jazz standards that offers subtle surprises along the way.

The playful energy of “It Could Happen To You” opens with Fawson’s rich trumpet and smooth voice alongside Ray’s flowing keys, and “It’s All Right With Me” follows with Scheuerell’s frisky drumming that suits the expressive singing.

In the middle, “My Heart Stood Still” brings talking into the charming climate that makes great use of Dave Zinno’s animated bass, while “You’ve Changed” showcases Fawson’s incredibly adaptable pipes amid the bright keys and intimacy.

“Oh, Lady Be Good” and “Every Time We Say Goodbye” exit the listen. The former is a quick bout where the meticulous rhythm section is met with scatting and trumpet bursts, and the latter is a gentle moment of sublime beauty and poetic singing that’s matched by mature keys and calm drumming.

This is Fawson’s 5th album as leader and it’s a diverse setting that can tug on the heartstrings just as it can get you searching for the dance floor via her infectious performance.

Travels well with: Kathy Sanborn- Romance Language; Liz Cole- I Want To Be Happy

David Janeway Trio

Live At Blue Llama

SteepleChase, 2026

8/10

Listen to Live At Blue Llama

The inimitable pianist David Janeway is joined by Robert Hurst and Billy Hart for these 10 tracks from the Blue Llama in Ann Arbor on June 15, 2024.

“All The Things You Are” opens with Janeway’s fluid keys before the animated rhythm section enters and the pace picks up, and “A Child Is Born” follows with a distinct intimacy via the elegant piano that welcomes Hart’s frisky drums.

“Gardenia” arrives at the midpoint and makes great use of Hurst’s lively bass in a cautious climate, while “K’s Shuffle” will get you seeking out the dance floor with its upbeat interaction between the trio.

Close to the end, “I Should Care” illustrates Janeway’s colorful keys amid the crisp drums and bouncy bass, and “Search For Peace/Blues On The Corner” exits with beauty, grace and timeless jazz ideas in the McCoy Tyner original.

This is Janeway’s 3rd effort with this lineup, and like the ones before it, it’s a harmonic, flexible and expressive set that puts a fresh coat of paint on classics and presents a pair of excellent originals.

Travels well with: David Janeway- Distant Voices; Leigh Pilzer- Keep Holding On

Jennifer Madsen

Girl Talk

Sing Baby, 2026

9/10

Listen to Girl Talk

The accomplished jazz vocalist Jennifer Madsen returns with a Big Band album, where a large cast surround her for the 11 timeless tracks.

The frisky mood of “Bésame Mucho” opens with Madsen’s expressive pipes alongside Mark Ivester’s agile drumming and David Halliday’s bright sax, and the title track follows with Brent Edstrom’s well timed keys amid rich horns that complement Madsen’s flawless singing.

Arriving in the middle, “There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This” offers an animate moment via Clipper Anderson’s skilled bass and Sean Jones’ colorful trumpet, while “Misty” focuses on Edstrom’s keys in an intimate climate of sublime beauty.

Landing closer to the finish, “Comin’ Home Baby” benefits from Brian Woodbury’s well timed trombone alongside the powerful vocals and rhythm, and “The Look Of Love” exits with a romantic spirit that’s lush and spotlights Ryan Keberle’s trombone.

The classic repertoire is balanced with creative musicianship, meticulous Big Band prowess and, of course, Madsen’s stunning pipes for another top notch vocal jazz outing.

Travels well with: Jennifer Madsen- Reimagine; Leigh Pilzer- Keep Holding On

Sergio Pereira

Colors Of Time

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Colors Of Time

The Brazilian guitarist, vocalist and percussionist Sergio Pereira invites a lot of players for this cultured album that uses samba, bossa nova and jazz to his advantage.

The elegant mood of “So They Sleep” opens with Pereira’s dreamy vocals alongside Chipi Chacón’s bright trumpet and Juanito Ruiz’s clarinet helping cultivate a rich climate, and “Dreams” follows with Kim Nazarian’s distinct voice amid Marcelo Martins’ soprano sax making for much warmth.

“Brightness Of You” and “Up The Hill” land in the middle. The former welcomes Ales Cesarini’s cozy acoustic bass plus Alberto Palau’s graceful keys that complement the scatting, while the latter enlists Frederika Krier’s well timed violin and Zachary Brown’s skilled cello for the album’s best that’s lush and harmonic.

Residing near the end, “Keep Shining” places Mark Egan on bass and Dan Pugach on drums in a very sophisticated and melodic delivery, and “Rain Fall” exits with Mauricio Zottarelli’s frisky drumming and percussion that suits the worldly demeanor and charming interaction.

Pereira uses his Brazilian heritage to his advantage, and employs a cohesive approach that touches on healing ideas and plenty of global allure.

Travels well with: Leigh Pilzer- Keep Holding On; Robert Jospé Quartet- The Night Sky

Marley's Ghost

Honky Tonk

Sage Arts, 2026

9/10

Listen to Honky Tonk

The Seattle outfit Marley’s Ghost never stay in one genre too long, and these 14 songs that fall on their 40th anniversary further prove just how versatile they are.

“Invitation To The Blues” opens with Mike Phelan’s smooth voice alongside Jonathan Wilcox’s bright mandolin that suits the warm and indeed bluesy mood, and “Honky Tonk Song” follows with Bob Nichols’ crisp drumming and Jerry Fletcher’s animated keys making for a festive mood.

Moving along, “Just Someone I Used To Know” is a charming duet that benefits much from Dan Wheetman’s frisky bass, while “Slowly” enlists Phelan’s stirring fiddle and heartfelt singing that lands in intimate territory.

Getting close to the end, “Midnight” comes with a slower presence that’s got plenty of rhythm and meticulous guitar playing, and “Birmingham Bounce” exits with a dance floor ready spirit that’s bouncy and a lot of fun in a country, honky tonk, rockabilly sort of way.

A really exciting album, Marley’s Ghost know their way around country, folk and Western swing with the best of them, and this honky tonk focused outing puts their inimitable spin on some already great songs.

Travels well with: Afton Wolfe- Ophiuchus; Jeremy Dion- Another Perfect Day

Leigh Pilzer

Keep Holding On

Strange Woman, 2026

8/10

Listen to Keep Holding On

The Washington DC baritone saxophonist Leigh Pilzer is in great company for these 11 modern jazz tracks, where Paul Bratcher and Greg Holloway’s contributions, plus a few guests, won’t go unnoticed.

“Swinging At The Station” opens with Pilzer’s flowing sax amid Holloway’s frisky drums and Bratcher’s animated keys, and “Js and Ks” follows with Jen Krupa’s well timed trombone that suits the soulful sax and key acrobatics of the dynamic 7+ minutes.

In the middle, “Keep Holding On” showcases Pilzer’s inimitable sax prowess amid the scrappy drumming and playful keys, while “When It’s Gone” welcomes Ally Hany Albrecht’s skilled trumpet to the soulful climate.

“Sideburns” and “G’s Bop” exit the listen. The former moves with a charming appeal thanks to Joe Jackson’s strategic trombone, and the latter recruits Kenny Rittenhouse’s colorful trumpet to complement the rich sax and crisp drumming.

The trio and quartet settings here showcase hard bop moments, no lack of harmonics and creative phrasing for another excellent outing from Pilzer.

Travels well with: Leigh Pilzer- Beatin’ The Odds; Three Story Sandbox- Artful Dodgers

Aaron Lee Tasjan

Get Over It, Underdog

Blue Élan, 2026

9/10

Listen to Get Over It, Underdog

The Grammy Nominee Aaron Lee Tasjan blends social commentary and introspective tales across these 11 new songs that recruits plenty of help for the thoughtful rock record.

“Science Fiction” opens the listen with elegant strings and warm guitar before Tasjan’s laidback voice enters the gracefulness, and “Clown Show” follows with a thicker approach, where Fred Eltringham’s agile drums suits the waves of melody.

Arriving in the middle, the dense guitar licks of “Twilight Zone Blues” gets a bit more rugged and embraces Jimmy Boland’s sax, while “Ballad Of An East Canton Lowlife” is indeed a bit calmer but in a scrappy way via the thumping drums and sing-along appeal.

Getting deeper, “Can She Get An Amen” welcomes Theo Katzman’s backing vocals to the soulful and orchestral fueled album highlight that breeds it’s own kind of gospel, and “The Dream Comes True” exits with a piano focused and poetic mood, where Tasjan’s heartfelt approach is much appreciated.

An album that is all substance, Tasjan buries plenty of melancholy around these diverse and sincere songs that are very much influenced by the late, great Todd Snider, who was a mentor to Tasjan.

Travels well with: Banshee Tree- Bad Luck; The Shootouts- Switchback

Udeigwe

Four Lemmas: Towards A Proof Of Identity In Music And Mathematics

Self-Released, 2026

8/10

Listen to Four Lemmas: Towards A Proof Of Identity In Music And Mathematics

A professor of mathematics, and also a musician and composer, Lawrence Udeigwe returns with a 3rd album that pulls from life experiences, his academic discipline and plenty of artistic ideas.

“Prologue: Four Lemmas” opens with Udeigwe’s expressive singing and talking alongside Josh Green’s frisky drumming, and “Lemme I: Orthogonality” follows Rade Bema’s playful bass lines that suit the animated singing and bright keys thanks to Udeigwe.

Halfway through, “Lemma II: Sparse Matrix” blends the meticulous rhythm section with melodic singing, while “Corollary II: LU Principle” sees Udeigwe’s soothing pipes amid warm keys and calm drumming before the soulful trumpet enters.

“Corollary III: Pose FM” and “Lemma IV: Stable Equilibrium” exit the listen. The former is a busy and meticulous album highlight that’s harmonic and enlightening, and the latter emits plenty of rhythm and funky moments surrounding a dreamy finish.

The record relies as much on spoken word as it does singing, and Stephen Clement and Wayne Tucker’s trumpets sure do add much to the intelligent, dynamic and jazz fueled effort .

Travels well with: Terry Waldo- Treasury: Volume 3; Dave Slonaker Big Band- Shifty Paradigms

Bandits On The Run

Rough Magic

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Rough Magic

The NYC trio, Bandits On The Run, return with their ‘60s and ‘70s nods amid modern folk ideas across these 14 new songs.

“Am I Your Mirror?” opens with Adrian Enscoe’s warm guitar before the vocal harmonies surround the harmonic folk qualities, and “O My Soul” follows with a cozy ambience that radiates intimacy thanks to Enscoe’s expressive pipes.

Halfway through, “White Chapel, Red Light” builds into a more rugged approach thanks to Regina Strayhorn’s well timed bass and the thumping drums, while “Tilted Universe” blends the trio’s voices alongside plenty of melody and Sydney Shepherd’s meticulous cello.

Arriving late, “Rough Magic” finds an intimate place to reside via the charming acoustic guitar and heartfelt singing, and “may this love (deux chevaux)” exits with a bare approach that’s authentic and moving.

A sophomore effort that balances rawness, lushness and cinematic moments, Bandits On The Run’s version of indie-folk is familiar yet creative and completely timeless.

Travels well with: Bandits On The Run- Now Is The Time; Amy Jay- Mnenomics

Annick Odom

Linen Of Words

Self-Released, 2026

9/10

Listen to Linen Of Word

A Belgian-American performer-composer who calls West Virginia home, Annick Odom combines experimental folk, free improvisation, and electroacoustic elements with plenty of Appalachian flavor for these heartfelt and atypical songs.

“How Can I Keep From Singing?” opens with gorgeous vocal harmonies, where Hannah Staniford joins Odom for the graceful climate, and “Springtime In The Valley” follows with many voices layered with strong attention to tonality and a flawless pitch.

“Granny, Will Your Dog Bite?” brings hand clapping and vocal sound effects to the playful delivery, while “Bell Was A Hired Girl’s Name” recruits Odom’s clarinet and Henri Colombat’s electronics for the rich mood.

Further still, “Hello Bill” places Odom on double bass and vocals, where Melissa Coppola’s strategic keys helps complement the spoken word and intimate singing, and “Bingham Bailey” exits with the busiest track, where sax, guitars, vibraphone and harmony vocals surround the rootsy, folky, bluegrass appeal.

The company Odom keeps have roots in jazz and contemporary classical sounds, which helps make for a sonically authentic experience that weaves ambience, timbral attention and narrative fragments into a chamber-folk vision that’s unparalleled.

Travels well with: Kaia Kater- Strange Medicine; Anna & Elizabeth- Anna & Elizabeth

AKA Belle

All Time is Now, Now is All You Have + The Time for Love is Always Now

Moon Ruins, 2026

9/10

Listen to All Time is Now, Now is All You Have + The Time for Love is Always Now

The Boise outfit AKA Belle bring their psyche folk- rocknroll/celestial bossa nova formula to an artistic and sonically engaging double album.

All Time Is Now starts with Jake Stiger’s lively drumming and Sam Merrick’s animated guitar that suits Catherine Merrick and Christine Nygard’s expressive pipes across “Fittin’ In (Garage Mix)”, and “The Envy Of Venus” follows with a warm spirit via Anthony Mulparry’s frisky percussion and the soulful singing.

In the middle, Now Is All You Have showcases the emotive singing of “Sunlight (Is Like Kissing For The First Time)” which complements the heartfelt delivery, while “Come All Ye Minstrels” isn’t short on melodies amid the dynamic and layered rock delivery.

The Time For Love Is Always Now exits, and places Johnny Townsend on drums for the colorful and textured “New Highs In Leadership”, and “Call From The Cosmos” exits with Gina Gregerson’s backing vocals adding much to the psychedelic stabs and stylish mood.

A record that is all over the place in the best ways, expect psychedelic blues, cultured stabs, ‘60s teen pop, ‘70s punk rock attitude and diverse instrumentation including vibraphone and theremin to keep you entertained from beginning to end.

Travels well with: Hard Maybe- More Of The Usual Stuff; With Child- Undressing The Wind

doublevee

Songs For Birds And Bats

Self-Released, 2019

9/10

Listen to Songs For Birds And Bats

An Oklahoma City outfit consisting of husband wife duo Allan and Barb Vest, Allan’s had much success already as frontman for the orchestral indie-pop darlings Starlight Mints as well as soundtracking film, and Barb’s varied and lengthy career in the arts and singing allow the couple’s rich history to complement each other well.

“Map The Channels” gets the EP off to a rhythmic and groove filled start with vocal harmonies against quirky, upbeat indie-rock, and “Ladder For The People” follows with an ‘80s New Wave feeling as Barb’s pipes take center stage on a buzzing and pop fueled frenzy of synth and percussion.

The remaining songs are equally creative, with the tense, complicated “Goldstar Redux”, and the mysterious and subdued “Landlord Of The Flies”, while “Last Castaways” ends the quick listen recruiting acoustic guitars and a shimmering, cinematic quality of timeless folk ideas.

An extremely intricate affair that’s both highly textured and highly inventive, don’t let yourself try too hard to figure out what’s going on here, and instead just absorb the wealth of influences from the ‘80s on and the unpredictable and enthralling way these 5 tunes are put together. If names like Martsch, Malkmus and Brock mean anything to you, well, then, so should doubleVee.

Travels well with: Built To Spill- Keep It Like A Secret; Modest Mouse- The Moon & Antarctica