If you’re looking for a catchy tune, this new single by Desert Man titled Penelope is the one for you. It features an entrancing intro led by the drums and electric guitar. The vocals, blissful and calm, are full of emotion and offer a slow contrast to the upbeat drums. The electric guitar is entrancing and carries a playful hook throughout the song.
We hear sounds reminiscent of The Strokes and The Backseat Lovers, therefore, fans of them are sure to resonate with this artist. This track shows off Desert Man’s talent in guitar and vocals. You can hear more of it in the future release of his new album, where this track is featured.
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Next, another single that grabbed our attention is Cross Country by whisper. Fans of shoegaze and indie rock will connect with this track, as it features brilliant textures of those genres. The layering of different melodies on the guitars, equipped with euphoric effects, along with a perfectly balanced bass, creates an enchanting soundscape.
If you like artists like Slowdive and Loathe, this track is right up your alley. It has a thrilling, bittersweet consistency. This is the first of what we hope is many songs from this band. You can catch them playing at their upcoming shows in Austin, Texas.
Hear it now on the All New Rock 2025 Playlist.
Another single that fascinated us is from The Virginia Planes, called Brighter Shades of Gold. Another song with influences of shoegaze and dreampop, this song features fuzz and buzz guitar tones that transcend you to a blissful world. The artist utilizes multiple guitars to create a dynamic landscape of melodies, which are highlighted well behind the vocals.
We love how this song features two vocalists, as the contrast in their voices blend well with the song. If you’re a fan of Julie or Alvvays, you will truly connect with this track. Originating from Germany, make sure to check out this group for yourself. We look forward to what comes next from this band.
Hear it now on the All New Rock 2025 Playlist.
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