November, 2020 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
The Casket Lottery
Short Songs For End Times
The Casket Lottery, hailing from Kansas City, MO, is set to release their fifth album "Short Songs for End Times" on November 6th, 2020. The album, recorded in early 2020, features 10 new tracks mixing post-hardcore, indie, and emo rock influences; reminiscent of bands like American Football and Mineral.
cursetheknife
Thank You For Being Here Pt. 1
cursetheknife, an alternative shoegazer band from Oklahoma City, is set to unveil their debut EP "Thank You For Being Here Pt. 1" on November 13, 2020 through New Morality Zine. The upcoming EP, part of a 2 Part series, includes the singles "Low" and "Feeling Real", providing a preview of their unique sound comparable to bands in the shoegaze genre.
Somerset Thrower
Paint My Memory
Somerset Thrower's sophomore album "Paint My Memory" showcases a blend of melodic alt-rock and post-hardcore influences. The band's upcoming release on November 13, 2020, via Dead Broke and Triple B Records will appeal to fans of emo-core and alternative rock. Additionally, they will be launching a limited-release beer in collaboration with Long Island's 27A Brewing Company to coincide with the album launch.
I Am The Avalanche
Dive
New York punk band I Am The Avalanche is back with their new album 'DIVE', set to release on November 20th via I Surrender Records. Despite facing personal and professional challenges, the band delivers anthemic post-hardcore tracks reminiscent of their previous work like 'Wolverines'.
ManDancing
The Good Sweat
ManDancing's sophomore LP 'The Good Sweat' will be released by Take This to Heart Records on November 20th. Described as a blend of alt-rock anthems with introspective lyrics, the band's sound has been likened to a mix of Death Cab for Cutie and Manchester Orchestra. The album features a rollercoaster of emotions, with cathartic depths and thrilling heights, showcasing a controlled chaos of instruments that support Stephen G Kelly's contemplative vocals. Fans of emotionally charged rock music will appreciate the journey through the dark trenches of Kelly's psyche while finding moments of relief and hope in the music's dynamic shifts.
Seahaven
Halo of Hurt
Seahaven, now signed to Pure Noise Records, marks their return with the release of "Moon" from their upcoming album, "Halo of Hurt," set to release on November 20, 2020. Known for their astral and eerie sound, this album signifies a fresh start for the California-based quartet, bridging their past with a revitalized approach to their music.
Soft Kill
Dead Kids, R.I.P. City
Soft Kill, based in Portland, Oregon, are set to release their LP "Dead Kids, R.I.P. City" on November 20, 2020, with a digital release followed by physical in January 2021. The album, produced by David Trumfio and mastered by Howie Weinberg, presents a dark narrative exploring Portland's transformation and losses over the years, offering a unique blend of post-punk and dream-pop akin to artists like The Cure and Nirvana.
Tourists
Another State
Tourists are a Torquay five-piece that blend shoegaze and synth-pop influences with post-punk elements in their debut album 'Another State', produced by Daniel Schlett. Drawing on dark, melodic dream-pop, the album explores themes of control, manipulation, and escapism, reminiscent of bands like Joy Division and DIIV. The band's immersive soundscapes and introspective tracks offer a unique musical journey, from brooding post-punk energy to lush, blissed-out dream-pop reminiscent of Beach House.
Weathered
Everything All At Once
Weathered's upcoming sophomore album "Everything All At Once" is a blend of emo with a touch of grunge, set for release on November 20, 2020 via Facedown Records. Vocalist Justin Heib shares that the lyrics were inspired by personal growth and various perspectives, resulting in an album full of captivating stories and unexpected twists. Fans of well-crafted midwest emo will appreciate this release for its cathartic vocals and moody riffs.
Record Thieves
Wasting Time
Record Thieves from Denver, Colorado, are set to release their debut album "Wasting Time" on November 24, 2020 via Thousand Island Records. With members from respected bands like Authority Zero and Allout Helter, their upbeat 90s pop-punk sound will appeal to fans of Face to Face, Millencolin, and Rise Against.
Outside
Green In You
Outside's upcoming 2nd LP "Green In You" combines 90s post-hardcore with shoegaze, grunge, and emo influences, offering a blend reminiscent of Hum and Title Fight, enriched with aggression and melancholy akin to Nothing and Deftones. Expect a heavy, melodic, and hooky sound that is part of the 90s shoegaze, emo, and post-grunge revival trend in the music scene.