This edition of LITM Rock Picks brings riveting, refreshing rock releases from artists Carley Varley, The Marley Woods, Rex K & the Snake Pit Philharmonic, Neva Insidious, and Outside Pedestrian.
Carley Varley - ATTENTION!!!
Alternative-pop-rock artist Carley Varley has been steadily rising to fame in the UK music scene through her edgy, catchy sound and relatable stories. The latest release, ATTENTION!!!, narrates a classic and relatable tale of unintentionally falling in love too hard, too soon through a soundscape that is as passionate, addictive, and radiant, like a crush. The pounding drums roll and clash to an urgent, imposing rhythm, much like the feelings of infatuation explored in the lyrics. The heavy, distortion-soaked guitars create the perfect backdrop for Carley Varley’s vocals to shine, her sharp, vivid melodies standing out brightly amidst the rich yet rough wash of riffs. The sound is refreshingly modern yet rooted in familiarity, reminding you of artists like Paramore. Listen to ATTENTION!!! by Carley Varley here!
The Marley Woods - Good Times
The Marley Woods, from St. Louis, just released their genre-blending, compelling debut release, titled Good Times. The band bring a captivating, nostalgic fusion of power-pop and indie-rock elements in the song, powered by a retro charm and baroque-esque atmospheres. This song has the power to instantly pull you out of existential dread and inertia from wasting away your life, and inspires you to claim your life back, and experience all the happiness, adventures, and surprises that await. This radiant, shimmery, and celebratory attitude is injected into the music through galloping drum rhythms, chiming bells, warm riffs, lush harmonies, luminous flutes, and heartfelt vocal performances. The lightness and exuberance in the soundscape is enlivening, sweeping you away in its breezy, sunny waves of melody. Listen to Good Times here!
Rex K & the Snake Pit Philharmonic - Sincerely Indecision
Atlanta-based, one man avantgarde rock band, Rex K & the Snake Pit Philharmonic, released another striking, stirring release titled Sincerely Indecision. For anyone who is familiar with the paralysis and anxiety induced by overthinking, this song may just be your anthem or call to overcome the overthinking-fueled indecision plaguing your life. Witty, candid, and resonant, the lyricism is brought to life in the soundscape with the same urgency, frenzy, and intensity of the theme. With orchestral, jazz elements tied to experimental percussion rhythms, the musical backdrop glows with cascading melodies, chiming bells, fluttering tunes, ethereal harmonies, charming vocals, and jubilant layers. The multi-dimensional, richly-textured sound gives you plenty of space to lose yourself in and also be found. Sincerely Indecision impacts and intrigues deeply. Listen here!
Neva Insidious - Face Down
Face Down is a striking single from Neva Insidious’ debut experimental album, Clarity In Misery. The artist’s brand of rock pushes the boundaries of genre and takes it in newer, bolder, alluring directions and this especially shows in the soundscape of Face Down. There’s layers of rock, punk, pop, jazz, and more in the rhythms, melodies, and textures of the song. Opening with a suave, gravelly bass line and groovy drum beats, the music struts with a rebellious charisma that is gripping. The guitar riffs, soaked in distortion, color the music with its sharp swagger. The melody-defying, dissonant talk-singing adds an edgier, rough tone to the music making the spirit and sound of the track all the more of an earworm, distinct, and difficult to resist. Face Down is definitely a rare, riveting track that holds more richness and dynamism in its seemingly raw sound. Listen here!
Outside Pedestrian - Seven on Four
Outside Pedestrian, in their engrossing instrumental releases, transport you to a musical landscape that is sprawling with diverse and dynamic influences ranging from jazz to modern metal, chamber music to rock, and more, defying categorization and going only by their ingenious instincts. Seven on Four, is a compelling single from their latest album, Time Zones, that showcases their sophisticated design and masterful musical abilities. Starting off with a more contemplative tone, the psychedelia-tinged guitar melodies persevere to an upbeat, driving drum rhythm. Building into heavier textures and higher energies, the music gains momentum with blazing riffs, electrifying solos and intricate pounding drum beats. Oscillating between the two states seamlessly, through deft execution and artistic brilliance, the music thoroughly entertains and enthralls. Listen to Seven of Four here!
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