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Phasez – “Feel Okay”

Ottawa-based artist Phasez express “the frustrations of relationship dynamics” on the hooky pop single “Feel Okay,” lamenting “I feel like everyone is leaving me these days,” amidst an infectious convergence of chirpy guitars and bustling synth-bass. The subdued bridge — “feel undone,” — plays with enamoring qualities. Glimmering synths and twangy guitars build beautifully amidst the melodic vocal delivery, asking “why is everybody cruel?” into a soaring chorus. The pulsing, ardent percussive additions thereafter combine with rousing vocals for a spine-tingling impact. “Feel Okay” compels with its dreamy, twinkling array of hooks and synth-laden soundscapes. — This and other tracks

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Brother Language – “Epley Maneuver”

Epley Maneuver by Brother Language Swelling into a nostalgic ’90s rock glow, “Epley Maneuver” comes via Brother Language, a Brooklyn-based project led by Matt Bell. The track is described as “about the vertigo diagnosis of a close family member,” and represents the first single from Brother Language’s upcoming second album. A solemn acoustical pulse complements emotive vocal layers seamlessly, shifting into a warm distortion-heavy embrace. The vocal tone and heavier-rock escalation reminds fondly of Ozma and ’90s alt-rock in general. The shimmering acoustics approaching the three-minute mark also compel with a spirited charm. “Epley Maneuver” consumes with its dynamic structural

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Think Denim, dad – “Lost for Words”

Its quaint guitar work and spacey synths converging with chilling effect, “Lost for Words” is the new track from Think Denim, dad, the solo project of Belgian artist Levi Parent. Parent describes the effort as describing “the moment you see your reality fall apart and realize things aren’t what you think they are. Being speechless as you see it crumble before your eyes…” As such, the track’s “we were living in a bubble,” refrain plays with enduring qualities amidst the light guitar twangs and shimmering synth-laden textures. The playful backing vocal touches adds further to the mysteriously hypnotic immersion. “Lost

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