R.M.F.C., “Ecstatic Strife” (2025)
Every time this song pops up, I have to look to see what year it is, thinking that it could be anytime between 1982 and now. Well, not ‘88-'00, but you know what I mean.
Gia Margaret, “Good Friend” (2026)
Last we heard from Gia Margaret, she was giving lovely instrumental piano music. This is far more pop, but no less lovely.
Black Country, New Road, “Strangers” (2026)
I really enjoyed their recent, quite-different album, but this is a pretty big jump forward in the strength of songwriting.
Bob Dylan, “When The Ship Comes In” (1964)
Is this a deep cut? Anyway, it’s my favorite.
Ninush, “Tormentor” (2026)
The kind of twee indie I like, delivered with care and confidence and competence.
Brigitte Calls Me Baby, “Slumber Party” (2026)
Equal parts ridiculous and awesome.
The Rondelles, “Rediscover Fire” (1998)
No matter what the music history revisionists try to convince you of, let the record show that there was plenty of kickass rock music in the 90s.
The Inoocence Mission, “I Hear You Say So” (1995)
A deep cut, I guess, but simply one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard in my life.
Wire, “Eardrum Buzz” (1989)
On the surface, it sounds radically different than their angular post-punk first few albums. But on deeper listening…
Saint Etienne, “Mario’s Cafe” (1993)
I mean this as absolutely nothing but a compliment, but this song is so freaking adorable.