September, 2019 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

Death Cab For Cutie
The Blue EP
Death Cab for Cutie announced 'The Blue EP', a five-song EP following their 2018 album Thank You for Today. The new release, set to drop on September 6th, explores themes of loss and memory, with "Kids in ’99" reflecting on a tragic event from their hometown. Fans of indie rock acts like The Shins and Death Cab's earlier work may find this EP intriguing.

Grayscale
Nella Vita
Grayscale is set to release their 2nd LP "Nella Vita" on September 6, 2019 with Fearless Records. Their first single "Painkiller Weather" offers a melodic pop-rock sound that will resonate with fans of The Maine and poppier tracks from Real Friends.

Patternist
I Don't Know What I'm Doing Here

Senses Fail
From The Depths of Dreams (Re-Recorded)
An updated 17-year celebration re-release of Senses Fail's 2002 debut EP, "From the Depths of Dreams," will be available on September 6th via Pure Noise Records. The release includes re-recorded versions of early tracks and a new version of "Bastard Son," offering fans a fresh take on the band's original sound.

Tennis System
Lovesick
Tennis System from Los Angeles, CA presents their dynamic blend of shoegaze and punk in their upcoming album "Lovesick", set to release on September 6th, 2019 via Graveface Records. Produced by Jack Shirley, known for his work with Deafheaven and Oathbreaker, the album showcases a unique combination of powerful shoegaze elements and energetic punk influences.

Western Settings
Another Year
Western Settings from San Diego is gearing up to release their new album 'Another Year' on September 6th through A-F Records and Gunner Records. Following their punk rock roots, the band blends diverse influences and energetic sound, reminiscent of Dead To Me, embarking on tours across North America and Europe.

Immanu El
Structures
Immanu El, a Swedish post-rock band, is set to launch their album "Structures" on September 13th, 2019. The music, crafted in their Stockholm studio, channels atmospheric vibes akin to artists in the post-rock genre. "Vesper," a preview track from the LP, captures their signature sound.

Microwave
Death Is A Warm Blanket
Microwave from Atlanta, GA, has signed with Pure Noise Records and is releasing their third LP, "Death Is A Warm Blanket," on September 13th. The album showcases a bold shift toward a darker, more aggressive sound while retaining their trademark catchy melodies. The new singles "DIAWB" and "Carry" provide a preview of the dynamic and energetic direction Microwave is heading in.

Pixies
Beneath The Eyrie
The Pixies' upcoming global album release, "Beneath the Eyrie," features 12 new songs produced by Tom Dalgety and is set to debut on September 13. The band's signature weirdness is showcased through visceral and cinematic tracks about witches, Daniel Boone, and misfits, making it resonate with fans of alternative rock.

Sleep On It
Pride & Disaster
Sleep On It's album "Pride & Disaster" is set for release on September 13th, offering a blend of uplifting themes alongside discussions on mental health. The band's sound draws comparisons to State Champs, Pierce the Veil, and All Time Low, with additional production by Kyle Black.

Tiny Moving Parts
breathe
Tiny Moving Parts' new LP "breathe" is set for release on September 13th, 2019, featuring 10 math-tinged emo punk tracks. Produced by Greg Lindholm and John Fields, the album showcases the band's emotionally-driven blend of math-rock, pop-punk, and emo, continuing from their last record, Swell. Listeners can expect a dynamic exploration of mortality, anxieties, and self-doubts through music that offers a sense of companionship and understanding. Fans of bands like Jimmy Eat World, Goo Goo Dolls, and All Time Low will appreciate the band's unique sound as showcased in their singles "Medicine" and "Bloody Nose".

Blink-182
Nine

Nervus
Tough Crowd
Nervus, the UK artist known for their dark and melodic sound, is set to release their 3rd LP titled "Tough Crowd" on September 27th, 2019 through Big Scary Monsters. Fans of their previous work like "Everything Dies" will find a next step in their music with singles like "Flies."

The Early November
Lilac
The Early November is releasing their 5th studio album, "Lilac," on 27th September via Rise Records. This upcoming release showcases a more pop-centric direction for the band while retaining their signature vulnerability. Fans can expect a blend of emotive lyrics and catchy melodies, similar to artists like Dashboard Confessional and Taking Back Sunday.