January, 2024 Music Releases
A curated month-by-month archive of new and underground music releases across shoegaze, emo, punk, hardcore, indie, and adjacent scenes.
The Month
Palamino
A Simple Lesson In Human Body Language
Palamino, a New Jersey dreamo rock band, is set to drop their second album, "A Simple Lesson in Human Body Language," on January 6, 2024. Their emotionally charged emo/punk sound draws from alternative rock, grunge, shoegaze, and post-hardcore influences, appealing to fans of Title Fight, Balance & Composure, and Basement.
Casey
How To Disappear
The record delves into themes of existence and grief through 12 songs. It may appeal to fans of introspective and emotionally resonant music.
Neck Deep
Neck Deep
Neck Deep, the UK-rock band, will release their self-titled album on January 19, 2024, via Hopeless Records. Their new single "It Won’t Be Like This Forever" showcases a blend of love, hope, and introspection similar to their previous hits. The album, created at their warehouse in North Wales, features a mix of energetic tracks like "Dumbstruck, Dumbf**k" and reflective tunes such as "They Don’t Mean To (But They Do)". Fans can expect an album that captures the essence of Neck Deep's musical journey.
Alkaline Trio
blood, hair and eyeballs
Alkaline Trio's tenth album 'Blood, Hair, And Eyeballs' is set to release on January 26, 2024 via Rise Records, showcasing a stripped-down sound produced by Cameron Webb at Studio 606 in Northridge CA. The title track offers a blend of their dark essence with a new edge, accompanied by a dynamic video featuring pro skaters. The band will be embarking on a 2024 North American tour with Drug Church as the opening act.
Heavy Seas
Distortion Days
Heavy Seas' eagerly awaited second album, "Distortion Days," is set for release on January 26, 2024 via Rad Girlfriend Records. The record showcases the band's growth and distinctive sound, featuring introspective lyrics exploring self-discovery and modern life's complexities. Drawing inspiration from Chicago's punk and emo roots, the album's production by J. Robbins of Jawbox ensures a blend of polish and raw emotion reminiscent of bands like Seaweed, Quicksand, and Braid.
House & Home
Split w/ Suntitle
House & Home and Suntitle have teamed up on Split, a collaborative release set to drop on January 26th via Open Your Ears Records. House & Home's two tracks were produced at The Bakery Recording Studios, while Suntitle's were created at Creep Recording Studio by Jake Clarke, with both sets mastered by Will Beasley. With a sound reminiscent of Superheaven and Balance and Composure, fans of anthemic alt-rock-infused post-hardcore will appreciate the music from both House & Home and Suntitle. House & Home released their debut LP in 2020 and an EP in 2022, while Suntitle's latest LP "In A Dream" is out on Know Hope Records.
Kairo
After Forever
Kairo's forthcoming EP "After Forever," set for release on January 26, 2024, showcases their emo and alternative rock blend with grunge and shoegaze influences. With a concise runtime of 14 minutes, the EP's melodic tracks flow seamlessly, drawing similarities to bands like Narrow Head, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Teenage Wrist. Fans of alt/indie rock with a touch of heaviness will find Kairo's new release a captivating addition to their playlist.