New & Notable: Indie Releases For Friday January 5th, 2024

Every Friday we listen to the most impactful drops in the indie and alternative scenes around and share them for our readers. While these aren’t full reviews, they’re meant to encapsulate notable albums in brief for you.

Twikipedia – Still Life EP

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s Twikipedia has mastered a fine blend of twee-pop and folky indie rock on this release. The seven track work will please the ears of anyone adept to indie folk or slacker rock with a solid instrumentation and melody.

Pile – Hot Air Balloon EP

Nashville’s Pile returns to the table this Friday with a beautifully mastered EP that is sure to please old and new fans alike. The piece is littered with dynamic instrumentation and soaring vocals, toeing the line between art rock and indie in unexpected but welcomed and refreshing ways.

Sprints – Letter To Self

Dublin, Ireland’s Sprints delivered an unwavering love letter to post punk and indie rock alike. Their full length Letter To Self touches on heavy topical content while carrying the listener through a sonic mash of ups and downs. The tension throughout their songs builds enough to remain palatable and enjoyable while forming a lasting impression.