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The record labels are trying to take us out early with all these new releases, guys. Album of the Week : Artist : Dream Wife Album : Dream Wife Quick Description : Solid alt-punk. Why You Should Listen : It's a lot of fun, and is modern while still feeling familiar. Overall Thoughts : “Let’s Make Out” kicks this album off in a fun, angsty way. The full album doesn’t quite keep up tonally with its kickoff, slipping into more of an alt-rock role as opposed to a more accessible punk sound, but that’s not a bad thing at all, as it's easily the best, most fun thing out this week. The album ends up being a pretty solid listen I’m looking to jump back into, and even if the full package doesn’t do it for you? You’ll likely find a few solid takeaways. Recommendation : Album of the week, worth a listen for everyone. Artist : The Spook School Album : Could It Be Different? Quick Description : New album from a poppy, peppy indie act. Why You Should Listen : They sound lik...

There are a shocking number of Christmas songs about love, either being happy you have that super special someone at Christmas or about wishing you had that super special someone at Christmas. Glasgow's The Spook School are confronting that idea head on with their Christmas song "Someone to Spend Christmas With." Instead, it's about doing what makes you happy and not relying on that picture perfect concept to define your happiness. It's about there not being a set in stone way to find your happiness, but instead only your way. The song is an upbeat, almost New Wave/post punk song, if post punk can possibly be upbeat.  You can listen to "Someone to Spend Christmas With" below. The song is currently available on The Spook School's Bandcamp . For more on The Spook School, check out their website . Someone To Spend Christmas With by The Spook School