January feels like it’s been three months long. I made few resolutions. I will be writing half a book’s worth of words before my birthday at the end of March, which feels enough of a goal. I did pitch myself a target for reading (52 books) and wrote the word “FLOSS” in the front of […]

From rough 'n' ready techno to subtle drone, atmospheric footwork to striking synthpop, these are the best electronic records from the past month.

Where is Mandy, Indiana? The electronic noise-rock quartet by that name has ties to Paris and Berlin and is based in Manchester, UK, the historic intersection of indie rock and dance music. They were originally called Gary, Indiana, nodding to the industrial wasteland just outside Chicago that yielded the Jacksons and Freddie Gibbs. Their new…

Luckily for Lowder and anybody who ventures into her improvs when you are able to find the way into this system, it is that mesmerising effect that wins you over, making this one of the more interesting releases at the start of 2026.

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Home » Music Blogs » Hot Picks 4/2/26 – The Best New Releases Photo: Black Seraphim Today we bring to you our hottest finds of the week. We have curated a list of the best releases from our musical travels this week and are putting them all in one place for your listing pleasure! This coverage […]