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Yeule’s Evangelic Girl Is a Gun is a meticulously crafted, genre-blending soundscape that merges trip-hop’s brooding beats, gothic industrial textures, synth-pop sheen, and glitch-infused electronics into a compact yet emotionally charged 31-minute opus. Balancing sleek, pitch-shifted vocals and icy rhythms with cinematic sound effects—like camera flashes and gun clicks—the album evokes the melancholic nostalgia of ’90s Bristol trip-hop while layering a modern “cyborgian” aesthetic over it. Despite top-tier production from notable names like A.G. Cook, Clams Casino, Mura Masa, and Nat Ćmiel themself, the album occasionally feels subdued and uniform, leaning heavily on stylized atmosphere rather than raw emotional impact. Highlights like “Tequila Coma,” with its bluesy basslines, and the dark intimacy of “VV” reveal Yeule’s talent for striking textures and haunting lyricism, yet tracks like “Skullcrusher” and “Dudu” suffer from repetition and overuse of vocal filters. Ultimately, Evang...

bdrmm's third album, Microtonic , released on 28 February 2025, marks a bold evolution as the band integrates electronic elements into their established shoegaze and indie rock sound. Tracks like "John on the Ceiling" and "Infinity Peaking" showcase this fusion, blending dreamy textures with danceable rhythms. Collaborations with artists such as Sydney Minsky-Sargeant of Working Men's Club and Olivesque add depth and diversity to the album's sonic landscape. While some critics feel certain tracks lack memorability, the album's innovative approach has been praised for its vitality and courage. Overall, Microtonic reflects bdrmm's commitment to exploring new musical territories. ​ Sources: The Guardian NME Under the Radar The Line of Best Fit Wikipedia Genre : Indietronica Country : UK Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 160th / 271 Highlight : Clarkycat Made me think of: Working Men's Club Beach House The Horrors #newa...

Porter Robinson's SMILE! represents a dynamic and multifaceted addition to his discography, embracing both playful and introspective elements. The album features a variety of sonic influences, ranging from Y2K rave and pop-punk to acoustic interludes, reflecting Robinson's intent to craft an album filled with fun and absurdity yet unintentionally layered with emotional depth​ ( The Skinny ) ​​ ( Wikipedia ) ​. Key tracks like "Cheerleader" and "Knock Yourself Out XD" highlight Robinson's talent for blending energetic, maximalist production with heartfelt, personal themes. The collaboration with Frost Children on "Mona Lisa" introduces a unique glitchy soundscape, adding to the album's eclectic nature. Overall, SMILE! balances its grand EDM ambitions with intimate, honest storytelling, making it a standout release in Robinson's career​ ( The Skinny ) ​​ ( Melodic Magazine ) ​. Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict: 56% (Ple...

Genre : Indietronica Country : UK Final Verdict: 57% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 307th / 365 Highlight : Summer Season Made me think of: Interpol Tindersticks Low #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #ArabStrap #UK #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict : 60% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 232th / 313 Highlight : String Theory Made me think of: Brakence Quadeca 100 gecs #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #Wishlane #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict: 60% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 171th / 225 Highlight : Surface Made me think of: Beach House Fleet Foxes Car Seat Headrest #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #acloudyskye #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict: 59% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 70th / 90 Highlight : Best For You and Me Made me think of: Panda Bear Tame Impala Caribou #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #HeladoNegro #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict: 58% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 787th / 1049 Highlight : crybxby Made me think of: Flume Grime Purity Ring #newalbum #newalbum2023 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #Quare #US #LP #Album #release  

Genre : Indietronica Country : US Final Verdict: 59% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 713th / 1042 Highlight : Predictable Shame Made me think of: Phoebe Bridgers Caroline Rose Lucy Dacus #newalbum #newalbum2023 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #Indietronica #GezebelleGaburgably #US #LP #Album #release