Johnny Marr – The Age of Everything
The fifth solo record from the former Smiths guitarist is a mature, confident exhibition of both his guitar chops and songwriting ability.
Indie Pop
Wishy – Nature’s Pill
Nature’s Pill is the second full-length from Indianapolis five-piece Wishy, who fuse elements of ’90s alt rock with shoegaze and dream pop.
The Tubs – Hard Life
Jangle, folk, power pop, fuzzy college rock—it shouldn’t work, but no one has told The Tubs that.
This Is Lorelei – The Singer in My Band
Nate Amos’ latest album as This Is Lorelai is a spellbinding AOTY contender.
Phoebe Bridgers – Lost Weekend
Six years after her breakthrough moment, Phoebe Bridgers’ third album is a timely reminder that more is frequently less.
Liz Lawrence – Vespers
Liz Lawrence’s Vespers—a beautiful tribute to her late sister Jessie’s tragically short life—will undoubtedly resonate with listeners seeking comfort and understanding in times of grief.
Of Montreal – aethermead
Thirty years into a storied career, Kevin Barnes is back with another break-up record—but can aethermead help to reverse Of Montreal’s creative decline?