Tag: post-rock

I am thrilled to present you all with the expertly shot, brand new music video from Cool Hand Luke for their latest song “Taking Chances”. The song appears on the album “Cora” which will see a release on September 8th. I am also excited to announce that the band has posted pre-orders for the new album in several different bundles right here.… Continued →

K. Gautier now has an experimental instrumental post rock project under the name “The Mountainous“. The music is a post-rock ambient dreamscape. They just released “Here is Repose” Ep that you can listen/purchase below. It is also up on all digital networks including Spotify. You can read a recent interview with K. Gautier right here. … Continued →

Solo post-rock/experimental/worship artist, K. Gautier, just released his epic new song titled “Bound” that you can listen to below. Prepared to be blown away by the sonic ambiance of a spiritual awakening and be transported to another spectrum of musical contentment. I loved the last K. Gautier release and I already know that this next release will be something you won’t want to miss. Stay tuned. … Continued →

I am proud to bring you an exclusive stream of the new Sollunar album/ep titled “The Observatory”. The ambient post-rock effort will release on May 26th through Something Beautiful Records. Order here on limited vinyl (or CD). [Bandcamp] … Continued →

Aaron of My Epic recounts the rarely-heard past, present, and future of the band, walking through each former release and briefly covering TWO upcoming EPs. Listen here.… Continued →

Hailing for Sacramento, Lost Things has emerged to play some fresh post-rock/hardcore. These guys have songs that span influences from Being as an Ocean and Oh Sleeper to Jesus Culture (Consumed-era) and Emery, maybe with a slight Take It Back! influence in the faster songs. The album artwork seems to allude to a highly political punk attitude however the lyrics convey a message of seeking truth and dealing with personal problems. Facebook… Continued →

The band Hands first formed back in 2007, releasing a couple of “Demos” of which I was a strong supporter of. Their songs even appeared on a few of our early digital compilations. I followed Shane and his band’s work closely over the years following their formation from their first independent release, “The Everlasting Ep” (2008), to the incredible full length debut “The Sounds of Earth” (Oort Records/2009) to “Creator” (Facedown Records), “Give Me Rest” (Facedown Records” and finally after a much deserved break, their comeback single “New Heaven / New Earth” (2017/Facedown Records).… Continued →

Shane O. and the band Hands are back with a brand new 2 song single titled “New Heaven / New Earth”. You can listen to the track “New Heaven” below. They are releasing this 2 song single in advance of their reunion set at Facedown Fest this May. Order this 2 song single on a limited 7″ vinyl along with some other merchandise from Facedown here. I just sent off an interview to Shane so we shall have answers to all those burning questions very soon.… Continued →

Airy guitars, soothing piano, and a strong knack for minimalist composition make for a great listening experience on Jon Carolino's On New Horizons EP.

K. Gautier's first album shows promise and skill but falls victim to feeling dichotomous and simply too long.

MrENC (the project of former Denison Marrs member, Eric Collins) has recently released a really great new full length titled “The Lesser Light” which is printed on extremely limited vinyl (60). Available here from New Granada Records. [Facebook] … Continued →

Brian McSweeney, former lead vocalist and songwriter for the alternative band Seven Day Jesus, has released a new “solo” record titled “As The Bluebird” which you can find over on NoiseTrade below. This collection of songs borders on the experimental and yet entices you into a somber relaxation. A definite “kick-back and watch the winter weather roll in type of record”. Definitely an enjoyable listen. Imagine Brian Wilson collaborating with Starflyer 59, Gotye and Radiohead then you might have an idea for the sounds. [Facebook] … Continued →

Least of These just began their fall tour this past week with Bradley Hathaway. Check out the dates below and make sure you show up to support these two talented acts. Least of These recently completed a successful crowd funding campaign for their upcoming new ep “Wolves”. Look for more info on the new songs/ep soon.… Continued →

My Epic albums are all just $4.99 right now on iTunes, click here. The band recently released “Viscera Ep” to much critical acclaim and admiration. You can catch the band on For Today Farewell Tour with Norma Jean and Silent Planet, now.… Continued →

Future of Forestry has delivered some of his best music yet in the form of new album “Awakened to the Sound” which is now available on all digital networks and from FOF right here. The album is available on HD Audio which is a unique listening experience. Check out a stream via spotify, below.… Continued →

Facedown Records are teasing or rather unveiling new vinyl pressings of some of their catalog of releases. The picture below appears to show quite a few vinyl releases with 3 revealed so far: Comeback Kid “Turn It Around”, xLookingForwardx “The Path We Tread”, and War of Ages “Arise & Conquer”. What will be next? Are you excited about these pressings? It’ll all be available on November 18th. Speaking of Facedown, what has been your favorite release this year from the label? Some really strong efforts have been released so far: Rival Choir, My Epic, Everything in Slow Motion, Hope for the Dying, Poured Out, Comrades, and soon – Those Who Fear (December 9th).… Continued →

A fellow reader alerted me to this talented independent post-rock band called The Eagle and Child. I checked out their 2016 album and just had to introduce them to all of you. Make sure you give this new release titled “All Moments” a listen, below. It is available for purchase here or on all digital networks. Fans of My Epic, Citizens & Saints, Brand New, Watashi Wa/Eager Seas, Anathallo, and Attalus will find something to enjoy here.… Continued →

Sleeping at Last have just released “Covers Vol 2” a collection of songs ranging from pop songs all the way up to some rockers, all done in the style of Sleeping At Last. Check out the official post from Facebook, below. Order on CD/Vinyl here.… Continued →

Denton TX post-rock outfit Across Waters released their newest album, A House Not Built With Hands, as a follow-up to their 2011 release, More Light is Never Ending. The album was inspired by the band’s bassist Levi who has had a heart transplant, as well as the spiritual implications of being a new creation. Check it out below: … Continued →

Check out the music of Slow Bullet. He just released his debut full length titled “Still Close Enough to Go Back” on Blood & Ink Records. It’s available on all digital networks and on CD/Tape here. For fans of 238, Into It. Over It. , Basement, Mansions, Pedro the Lion… Continued →

Comrades landed on 3 Billboard Charts for their latest album “Lone/Grey”. #29 New Artist, #79 Hard Music, and #89 Independent Label. Congrats to the band and Facedown Records. You can catch the band on tour now!… Continued →

As a fan of instrumental post-rock, this is the kind of album I will keep coming back to. Read on for the full review.

Hotel Books released a video for the track “Nicole” and you can watch below. The song appears on the band’s latest double EP, titled I’m Almost Happy Here, But I Never Feel At Home,… Continued →

New to the Come and Live roster, This Is The Giant deliver an ambient full-length that is subtle, reflective, and avoids being dark or moody. Read on for the full review.

Hotel Books have released a new music video for the track “Cult Leader”. Check it out below. The band will be releasing their double EP, titled I’m Almost Happy Here But I Never Feel At Home, on July 1, 2014 via InVogue Records. Pre-order here.… Continued →

Comrades stretches the boundaries of a genre often devoid of vocals, and in the process paints a subtle backdrop for the powerful music they perform. Read on for the full review.

Pangram is an instrumental concept album which lives up to its namesake, borrowing pieces from a plethora of genres. Read on for the full review.

[Update: Video with English subtitles posted below] Lindforest, the side project from Christian Lindskog and Simon Grenehed of Blindside, has posted a brand new video for their new song “Den dag du faller ner”. View the video below and purchase the song on iTunes here.… Continued →

An excellent sophomore release for these Finnish slowcore/post-rockers...

The Monarch pack a huge punch into a four-track post-rock EP. Read on for a review of one of the best EPs I've heard in a while.