March, 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
Footballhead
Overthinking Everything
Chicago-based Footballhead, led by Ryan Nolen, will debut "Overthinking Everything" on March 1, 2024, through Tiny Engines. The band combines pop structures with alt and emo vibes reminiscent of early Jimmy Eat World, Third Eye Blind, and blink-182, offering energetic rock songs full of nostalgia and anthemic allure.
Ghost Work
Light A Candle For The Lonely
Ghost Work, comprising members from Seaweed, Snapcase, Milemarker, and Minus The Bear, will drop their new album "Light a Candle for the Lonely" on March 8th via Spartan Records. The LP showcases a post-punk sound with influences reminiscent of The Cure and REM, infused with a gritty edge akin to AC/DC. Vocalist Aaron Stauffer's impactful performance in the album resonates with themes of recovery and self-discovery, creating a balance between past experiences and new creative pursuits.
The Jack Knives
Ghost Radio
The Jack Knives, a rising punk rock band, are set to release their highly anticipated album "Ghost Radio" on March 8, 2024, following the release of the singles collection EP "Ghosts of September" on February 9, 2024. Fans of The Gaslight Anthem, The Menzingers, and similar bands will appreciate their heartfelt and anthemic sound.
Grieving
Everything Goes Right, All At Once
Grieving, the Cambridge-based indie/emo/punk band, is set to release their debut album "Everything Goes Right, All At Once" on March 15th, 2024. The album, recorded by Matty Moon and Bob Cooper, showcases aggressive hooks and twists reminiscent of classic Dischord, early emo, and 90’s/00’s indie-rock. Fans of bands like Jawbox, Hot Water Music, and Braid will find a familiar energy in Grieving's sound.
Tosser
Sheer Humanity
Tosser's sophomore LP "Sheer Humanity" presents a 9-track collection merging 90s D.C. post-hardcore, post-punk, and guitar-heavy indie rock influences. The album, crafted to flow seamlessly like a live set, showcases a departure from traditional song structures, delivering a guitar-driven, rhythmically engaging sound. Recommended for fans of Polvo, Unwound, Melvins, and other alternative rock acts.
12th House Sun
Behind The Glass
12th House Sun's debut LP "Behind The Glass" will feature 10 tracks of heavy, dreamy, melodic music blending emo, shoegaze, post-grunge, and pop punk influences. Lead by trans-fronted artist Kyle Schultz, the band's sound reflects emotional lyricism, dreamy soundscapes, and high-energy riffs reminiscent of Balance And Composure and Title Fight. They have gained traction in the Minneapolis music scene since forming in 2019, with a self-recorded and self-produced album set for release on March 22, 2024.
Barely Civil
I'd Say I'm Not Fine
Barely Civil, signed with Take This To Heart Records, is set to release their new LP "I'd Say I'm Not Fine" on March 22nd, produced by Chris Teti. Their singles "Better Now" and "Coasting, Mostly" offer melodic emo/indie pop punk vibes similar to bands like The World Is... and Fiddlehead. The album explores themes of rage, pain, and self-reflection in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Blanket
Ceremonia
Blanket, a UK heavy alt-rock band, released their anticipated album 'Ceremonia' on March 22, 2023, showcasing a blend of post-rock, shoegaze, and alternative rock influences. Drawing inspiration from bands like Cave In, HUM, Swervedriver, and Ride, Blanket's evolution in sound resonates with fans globally, following the success of their previous acclaimed album 'Modern Escapism'.
heaving.
Just Take Everything
heaving. is an experimental heavy alternative rock band hailing from Peoria, IL, set to release their debut EP "Just Take Everything" on March 22, 2024. Drawing inspiration from nu-metal, grunge, hard rock, and post-hardcore, the band's sound is reminiscent of Deftones, Hum, Superheaven, Helmet, and Chevelle, fitting in with newer bands like Split Chain, Day Aches, Siilk, and Soul Blind. Their upcoming EP features themes of anxiety, drug abuse, heartbreak, and consolation, with singles 'breathe' and 'purified' already available for streaming.
Minnows
Foreign Moon
Minnows, featuring former members of Six Gallery, are set to release their debut LP, "Foreign Moon," on March 22, 2024. The album blends influences from indie rock, power pop, post-hardcore, and emo, offering a nostalgic yet fresh sound similar to '90s and early 2000s rock. With a lineup of Sean Gardner, Ben Schreiber, Adam Lowe, Philip Cogley, and Alex Weinhardt, the album was meticulously crafted by the band and renowned producer Jon Markson, promising a dynamic and groove-laden musical experience.
Newmoon
Temporary Light
Newmoon, a Belgian shoegaze band, is releasing a new album titled "Temporary Light" on March 22, 2024, blending dreamy melodies and ethereal soundscapes. The band's evolving sound features airy vocals, lush guitars, and a mix of shoegaze, post punk, and alternative rock influences, reminiscent of acts like Slowdive. With the addition of drummer Conor Dawson, the album promises a captivating journey through 90's sounding shoegaze, marked by grand melodies and rhythmic finesse.
Restorations
Restorations
Restorations are back after six years with a self-titled album set for release on March 22nd. The album captures the band's raw energy and camaraderie, featuring loud, jubilant guitar tracks that will resonate with fans of monumental choruses and intense rock soundscapes. With a focus on friendship and reconnection, Restorations delivers a thrilling and vital listening experience that showcases the power of time and creativity.
Spaced
This is All We Ever Get
Spaced, a hardcore band from Buffalo, NY, is set to release their new album "This is All We Ever Get" on March 22, 2024, via Revelation Records. Incorporating elements from bands like The Rival Mob and Suicidal Tendencies, their unique blend of hardcore with atmospheric sounds sets them apart. With energetic tracks like "Landslide" and "Rat Race," Spaced's dynamic and enthralling sound will appeal to fans of Turnstile, Scowl, Gel, and Buggin.
Mirrortalk
Rest Assured
Mirrortalk, a UK band blending loud alternative rock with heavy guitars and catchy hooks, will release their sophomore EP "Rest Assured" on March 27, 2024. Drawing influences from 90s heavy radio rock and bands like Basement and Superheaven, Mirrortalk's sound appeals to fans of melodic alt-rock and grunge revival.
Sons of Alpha Centauri
Pull
Sons of Alpha Centauri's fourth studio album "Pull" features 9 tracks of searing post hardcore and alternative metal, fronted by Jonah Matranga from Far and Gratitude. The album captures a blend of 90s post hardcore nostalgia and futuristic dream-metal, akin to Deftones, Far, and Will Haven. This release, set for March 28, 2024, showcases a powerhouse of emotional and atmospheric music, expertly recorded by industry veterans. Fans of Far, Deftones, Tool, and Quicksand will find a compelling evolution in Sons of Alpha Centauri's latest offering.
Majesty Crush
Butterflies Don't Go Away
Majesty Crush, Detroit's influential shoegaze pioneers, will release a career-spanning double LP titled "Butterflies Don’t Go Away" on March 29, 2024, showcasing their unique blend of dream pop. The compilation includes their sole LP "Love 15" and a collection of EPs and rare singles, capturing their distinct sound influenced by bands like My Bloody Valentine and The Verve. Their maximalist minimalism and psycho-sexual fantasy depictions have left a lasting impact on the genre, making this retrospective release a must-listen for fans of 90s-inspired guitar music.
Ride
Interplay
Ride announces their seventh studio album, Interplay, set to release on March 29th. The album builds on their 90s shoegaze roots with frenzied guitar attacks and dreamy melodic hooks, drawing inspiration from 80s pop icons like Tears For Fears. Led by guitarist/vocalists Andy Bell and Mark Gardener, Ride's latest work promises a nostalgic yet forward-thinking musical experience akin to bands such as Tame Impala and Slowdive.