Another week of incredible new releases has come to an end. Here’s the IINAG team’s favourite releases of the week.
Hard Life – othello
Reborn under the moniker hard life after a flighty legal battle with tycoons EasyJet, Leicester-hailing indie pop quartet hard life have released the second track of this new era. The Shakesperian-inspired ‘Othello’ is soaked in a glimmering haze accompanied by lifted vocals. More mellow than their previous offerings, ‘Othello’ marks hard life’s resurgence with a soulful deep-cut that’s rooted in exquisitely layered instruments and a funky, rich rap-adjacent mid-section. – Lana Williams
Sorry – Jetplane
Sorry return with the darkly humorous and minimalist “Jetplane.” Lorenz’s rapid vocals ride a rumbling bassline, fractured by a warped Guided By Voices sample, creating a sense of unease. The track follows “Waxwing,” further cementing their unique, inky sound. The FLASHA Productions-directed video amplifies the menace with unsettling internet culture imagery. “Jetplane” is a skittering, unsettling glimpse into Sorry’s warped world. – Katie Macbeth
Slow Fiction – When
New York rockers Slow Fiction return with their barnstorming new single – ‘When’. Reminiscent of the garage rock played and polished by their Big Apple counterparts at the turn of the millennium, ‘When’ is raw and energetic yet oozes that tidiness of an established band who know exactly what they want to do. From the jump, you’re grabbed by a snappy drumbeat and captivating yet nostalgic guitars. Slow Fiction sounds hungry, urgent and, most importantly, sharp. Prepare to hear their name again and again. – Tyler Wright
Spacey Jane – Through My Teeth
Known for their jangly indie rock sound, Australian band Spacey Jane have been making waves with their introspective cuts and infectious soundscapes – and their latest offering ‘Through My Teeth’ is no different. Making its home in stripped-back guitars and nostalgia-ridden lyrics (“It’s how I made it past my seventeenth… Throwing up on the balcony / Who’ll drive you home? Your friends have gone”) – the psychedelic earworm is a triumphant teaser for their upcoming record (‘If That Makes Sense’). – Lana Williams
Pyncher – Space Rocket Simulator
Pyncher’s ‘Space Rocket Simulator’ explodes with a compelling garage-rock riff, a jolt of instant energy. Yet, beneath the surface lies a delightful embrace of the unconventional and wonderfully strange. Their signature oddball charm shines through, hinting at a band unafraid to explore the beautifully bizarre within a raw, energetic framework. The single promises a thrillingly unpredictable sonic adventure, solidifying Pyncher’s unique and captivating identity within the indie-rock landscape. – Katie Macbeth
BC Camplight ft Abigail Morris – Two Legged Dog
“Two Legged Dog” offers a captivating glimpse into BC Camplight’s forthcoming album, A Sober Conversation. The lead single, featuring Abigail Morris of The Last Dinner Party, is driven by punchy piano and lush orchestral swells. The track is both bold and emotive—a real toe-tapper where Brian and Abigail’s voices complement each other beautifully. A stunning track in a pivotal new chapter for Brian Christinzio, blending his trademark theatrical pop and emotional depth with a newfound clarity as he faces past trauma and embraces sobriety with unflinching honesty. – Henry Dunn
