Release Wave

LA power trio Jr. Juggernaut is releasing their new album 'Another Big Explosion' on August 9th, 2024, under Mindpower Records. Their sound is an exceptionally current, fresh take of the fuzzy '90s alt-rock from the "120 Minutes" era of MTV, with a driving mix of melody and distortion drenched guitars, drawing comparisons to bands like Sugar, Husker Du, The Replacements, Dinosaur Jr. and early Goo Goo Dolls, along with more contemporary bands like Beach Slang and The Gaslight Anthem. "For this record, I landed on an alternate tuning that let me play thick power chords while the top strings continued to ring out, like a shiny chime on top of a chugging locomotive," says singer/guitarist Mike Williamson. "This informed the entire soundscape of the album and gave us what I think is simultaneously our heaviest and prettiest album yet." Their new single "Everything I Touch" from the forthcoming LP is now streaming on all digital streaming platforms.

Poppy Wizard, a new grunge-gaze / alt-rock band from Germany, is set to release their debut EP "Holy Spirit Gang" on August 23, 2024 via Supervillain, including the previously released singles "Drowning" and "Lately I've Been Caught Up" which are available on digital streaming platforms. Their latest single "Bedridden" gives a taste of their style blending grunge and 90s alternative rock, reflecting on themes of depression and personal struggles. Across 5 tracks, their sound oscillates between heavy, dreamy and undulating structures that will delight fans of modern guitar fueled melodic fuzz rock and grungegaze. Drawing inspiration from life's various facets, Poppy Wizard's music offers a mix of powerful melodies and danceable tunes perfect for fans of Superheaven, Title Fight, and Narrow Head.

Enumclaw, a Washington-based indie rock band, is set to release their sophomore album 'Home in Another Life' on August 30th, marking their signing to Run For Cover Records. With a sound reminiscent of bands like Hotline TNT, Milly, Ovlov, and Pavement, Enumclaw's new single "Change" previews an album filled with anthemic distortion filled guitar riffs and raw, emotive songwriting from vocalist Aramis Johnson. Their upcoming release follows their well-received 2022 debut album 'Save The Baby' and EP 'These Are Some B-Sides', showcasing the band's evolution and musical range.

Oakland fuzzed out alt-rockers Slumped are releasing their new LP "Last Day on Earth" on August 2, 2024, marking their first album in over 4 years. The band's sound on this record draws inspiration from guitar heavy 90s alt-rock and fuzzed out power-pop, blending loud guitars with catchy hooks akin to artists like Weezer, The Rentals, Third Eye Blind and Motion City Soundtrack, while also sharing similarities to more contemporary bands like Tony Molina, Webbed Wing and Milly. New singles "Alone" and "Trippin" from the forthcoming LP are now available on all streaming platforms offering a taste of what's to come.

Long Beach emo / indie pop band oso oso just surprised announced their new album, "Life Till Bones," set for release on August 9, 2024. Fans can expect a collection of heartfelt, introspective anthems similar to the band's previous work, with nods to Third Eye Blind, Death Cab for Cutie, Saves the Day, and Macseal in their sound. Featuring recent single "all of my love" and most recent single, a nostalgic track called "that's what time does," life till bones finds our maladroit mastermind churning out yet another collection of windows-down anthems loaded with sincerity and introspection. While his last release Sore Thumb was never fully actualized past their original demo stages, Life Till Bones is sure to give fans the full oso oso experience that they have been craving since his 2019 breakout, Basking In The Glow.

New Jersey hardcore band GEL has announced a new EP titled "Persona" set for release on August 16, 2024, following their acclaimed debut full-length album, "Only Constant." The lead single "Mirage" showcases an intensified sound that retains GEL's signature aggressiveness while introducing new dynamism. Produced by Jon Markson, "Persona" captures GEL's evolution and collaborative growth, offering a fresh take on their raw and energetic hardcore music.

Australian alternative rock band Regionals will be releasing their debut LP, "Spoonbender," on August 23, 2024 via Scary Stories & Team Glasses Records. The album showcases a shift towards a more extreme and experimental sound, combining emo roots with dream-pop/shoegaze and post-hardcore influences marked by lush, atmospheric textures and jangly guitars with the abrasive attack of heavy guitars and vocal screams. Their latest single "291" gives a taste of their expansive new direction and sonic landscape, featuring layered instrumentation and atmospheric textures, drawing comparisons to Mew, Deafcult, Pianos Become the Teeth, and Touche Amore.

Southern California shoegaze squad COLD GAWD return to Dais Records for their second and most supreme suite yet of crushing downer bliss: "I’ll Drown On This Earth", set for release on August 30th, 2024. Recorded in March 2024, the new album showcases their refined shoegaze style that captures both heaviness and haze, resulting in a perfect storm of distortion and dream pop, cracked love songs cloaked in swooning walls of noise. Lead single "All My Life, My Heart Has Yearned For A Thing I Cannot Name" is a perfect example and now available on all digital streaming platforms.

New England easycore rockers Four Year Strong's upcoming album 'analysis paralysis' is set to release on August 9th, 2024 through Pure Noise Records. Over 12 tracks, the album showcases a blend of pop-punk energy, dexterous riffage, caustic hardcore spirit with thunderous breakdowns, and anthemic hooks, reminiscent of their signature sound. Fans of Set Your Goals, The Story So Far and Turnstile may appreciate the band's latest single "Uncooked" which combines heavy elements of crunchy start-stop guitar riffs and 90s melodic alt-rock / pop-punk vibes.

Boston slowcore indie rockers Horse Jumper of Love are set to release their new album, Disaster Trick, on August 16th via Run For Cover Records. The trio's music blends moments of quiet intimacy with intense bursts of emotion, both heavy and gentle, with frontman Dimitri Giannopoulos crafting evocative lyrics and arrangements. Lead single "Wink," featuring guest vocals from Wednesday's Karly Hartzman, showcases urgent and cathartic songwriting inspired by a Russian short story. The new LP marks a creative reset for the band, with a focus on purposeful recording sessions and a newfound energy in their sound.

Combat, a Baltimore-based emo/indie punk band, is set to release their debut album "Stay Golden" on August 16, 2024, under Counter Intuitive Records. Produced by Ryland Heagy of Origami Angel, the album promises 14 energizing emo punk rippers reminiscent of bands like Prince Daddy & The Hyena, Pup, Hot Mulligan and the like, appealing to fans of the 5th wave emopunk revival. The first single, "Stay Golden," is now available for streaming and showcases the more high energy chaotic but hook-filled side of Combat's brand of emopunk and a taste of what's to come.