Another week has passed, bringing with it an exciting collection of fresh music releases. Thanks to your spot-on recommendations and submissions, our Noteworthy Nods playlist is packed with sizzling new tracks this week. You all have exceptional taste, and we hope this roundup serves as the perfect soundtrack to your weekend.
This week’s selection offers a diverse mix of sounds from a variety of talented artists who consistently impress. To highlight just a few: Courting’s new single “Namcy” blends Bowie-esque vibes with modern angst. Their third album, Lust for Life Or: ‘How To Thread The Needle And Come Out The Other Side To Tell The Story,’ has also dropped today. This record finds Courting at their most direct and impactful, honing the theatricality of their 2024 sophomore album New Last Name into something leaner, sharper, and more urgent.
Turin Brakes make a welcome return with their new single “Spacehopper,” out today. The track serves as the first taste of their upcoming 10th LP, due for release later this year. The album was recorded at Konk Studio, where the band made their debut 25 years ago, and produced by Guy Massey (Manic Street Preachers, Idlewild).
Meanwhile, The Slow Readers Club have released their seventh studio album, Out Of A Dream, today. It was preceded by the single “Our Song is Sung,” which offers a unique perspective on love—focusing on its end rather than its celebration. Somebody’s Child has also dropped “Porcelain (Losing All My Patience),” a track the band says is likely their most listened-to song from their forthcoming sophomore album, When Youth Fades Away, set to release on March 28th. And these are just a few of the tracks featured on this week’s nearly hour-long playlist.
Supporting emerging talent is at the heart of the music community, and we’re always excited to help create connections between artists and fans. When you discover a new band through our playlists and recommendations, taking a moment to share your excitement on social media can have a huge impact. A simple tweet, Instagram post, or retweet may seem like a small gesture, but it amplifies the reach of these rising artists and helps grow their fanbase. These small acts of support cost nothing, yet provide invaluable exposure for musicians working tirelessly to share their music with the world. We’re always grateful when our readers pay that kindness forward by sharing their own discoveries with us.
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.
Aside from the aforementioned track recommendations, our Noteworthy section includes weekly videocast interviews featuring musical talent we hope are either already or, about to become your new favorite artists. You can watch/rewatch all previous episodes via the video playlist (here) featuring the likes of The Slow Readers Club, Starsailor, Kyle Falconer, Cast, The Howl & The Hum, Shed Seven, Turin Brakes, Embrace, Red Rum Club, and many more.
