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Artist : Troi Irons Album : Lost Angels Quick Description : Latest album from the folk-adjacent singer-songwriter. Why You Should Listen : This defies a lot of expectations. Overall Thoughts : I liked Troi Irons’s first album a lot. This new album is a solid shock to the system in many regards, with some truly interesting choices alongside some mainstream plays. The cynic in me wonders about the production options here, but the fan in me sees this as a bold and adventurous step forward that’s ultimately worth hearing. Recommendation : A good listen this week. Artist : Amy O Album : Shell Quick Description : Power-poppy indie rock. Why You Should Listen : Her first album was good, this might be better. Overall Thoughts : I thought Amy O’s previous album was pretty solid, but I am fully impressed with Shell on first listen. Guitar-centric indie pop with some great melodies? Can’t really go wrong here. It’s definitely got an indie sensibility, so if you’re looking for...

The lazy release schedule of summer continues. Album of the Week : Artist : Mermaidens Album : Perfect Body Quick Description : Haunting, dreamy indie pop. Why You Should Listen : You're looking for something gorgeous and unsettling. Overall Thoughts : I don't know what spoke to me so much on this one. Maybe I'm just into their aesthetic, maybe my current Twin Peaks obsession is driving me toward strange and wonderful music, but this album just connected immediately. The musicality is great, the melodies catchy and attention-grabbing. There's nothing like it this week, and it's one of my favorites. Recommendation : Give this one the time to percolate. You won't regret it. Artist : Russkaja Album : Kosmopoliturbo Quick Description : Austrian ska-punk with a side of Russian. Why You Should Listen : This continues to be what you wish Gogol Bordello was. Overall Thoughts : I loved their last album, which literally came out of nowhere for me. Th...