Another week, another wave of incredible music washing over us! Our Noteworthy Nods playlist is overflowing with fresh tracks, carefully curated from both our own deep dives into streaming platforms and, just as importantly, the fantastic recommendations from our trusted readers. Your keen ears are always instrumental in uncovering the best new sounds, and we’re excited to showcase the gems you’ve unearthed.
Whether from our own explorations or your keen tips, this week’s tracks all represent the collaborative spirit that powers this playlist which includes the likes of:
- PUP’s “Get Dumber”: Pure, unadulterated punk rock adrenaline, this track provides a sneak peek from their upcoming album Who Will Look After The Dogs? (out May 2nd), featuring a blistering collaboration with Jeff Rosenstock.
- Indoor Foxes’ “Daft Punk Is Playing At My House”: A bold reimagining of LCD Soundsystem’s classic, this cover takes the iconic track and transforms it into something uniquely Indoor Foxes.
- Better Joy’s “Couldn’t Run Forever”: Freshly lifted from their Heading Into Blue EP. With a nearly sold-out UK tour and European dates coming up, now’s the perfect time to jump on the Better Joy bandwagon.
- Astles’ “Remember Us”: A beautifully crafted piece, offering a glimpse into the introspective world of his debut album Soundtrack For The 21 Bus Home (out May 30, 2025).
- Shambolics’ “All You’ve Ever Known”: A power-pop rock anthem that hits you right in the feels. It’s their first release since last year’s Dreams, Schemes & Young Teams, and it was as much worth the wait as you probably expected.
The heart of the music scene lies in the connection between artists and fans. If you discover a gem through our playlist, spread the love! A quick social media shoutout—a tweet, an Instagram story, a repost—can help an artist’s reach grow exponentially. It’s a simple gesture that costs nothing but delivers invaluable exposure.
Whether it’s through Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter, our team—including Howard Gorman, who keeps his DMs open for recommendations—is eager to hear about the new acts you’re passionate about. So, let us know what you’ve got to recommend that might have passed us by.
And that’s not all! Our Noteworthy section is packed with exclusive videocast interviews featuring musical talent we’re sure will soon be your new favorite artists. Missed an episode? No worries—you can catch up or rewatch all previous interviews via our video playlist below. We’ve had the pleasure of chatting with legends and rising stars alike, including The Slow Readers Club, The Lottery Winners, The Lilacs, Starsailor, Kyle Falconer, Cast, Shed Seven, Turin Brakes, Embrace.
