New Releases & Staff Picks - 10/17/25

STAFF PICKS
 
DARIO - Makaya McCraven
ASH - Seefeel
 JAKE - TAGABOW, Animal Collective Reissue
KIMBER - Poliça
MARY - Sudan Archives
ZACH - Hollie Cook, Tame Impala, Mountain Goats reissue
DREW - Militarie Gun

TAME IMPALA - Deadbeat CD/LP (Columbia
Tame Impala's fifth full-length album, Deadbeat, available on CD and LP today. On it, Parker sculpts a collection of wickedly potent club-psych explorations as a vehicle for some of his most direct, brain-wormy songwriting to date, recasting Tame Impala as a kind of future primitive rave act in the process. Deadbeat sounds like the work of an artist with a leveled up mastery and bristles with a revitalized energy for experimentation. 12 songs crafted with a newfound embrace of spontaneity for the renowned perfectionist. How that manifests is a distinct minimalism and crunch to many of the tracks, with a clutch of crucial details, timbres and textures that add an ineffably new dimension to the sound, as well as a richer, more playful vocal range than ever.

THEY ARE GUTTING A BODY OF WATER - Lotto LP (ATO Records)  
Hailed by Stereogum as the most important band in modern shoegaze, They Are Gutting a Body of Water (TAGABOW) made their name approaching the genre with an experimental edge. Lotto captures the sound that made the band a prominent force in the American underground. Menacing riffs, soaring leads, wailing distortion, and in a world of automated robo-calls and pervasive AI content optimized to keep us scrolling, Lotto is an attempt to capture the sound of four human musicians in a room.

BAR ITALIA - Some Like It Hot CD/LP (Matador)  
Some Like It Hot is a 1959 film starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon about a group of rogue musicians on the adventure path. It is funny, sexy, rambunctious and evergreen - a showcase of a triple-threat cast at full-throttle. Some Like It Hot is also the new album by London three-piece Bar Italia. Certain parallels are perhaps not accidental. It pulses with romance, intrigue, self-discovery and rapture over lustful rockers, spellbinding folk pop, punch-drunk ballads and undefinable moments that sneak up on you like a burst of 5pm sunshine. The record is the culmination of the joint inner world of Nina Cristante, Jezmi Tarik Fehmi and Sam Fenton - three singer-songwriters who have transcended their underground roots to embrace a bold, widescreen horizon.

ANIMAL COLLECTIVE - Feels (20th Anniversary Edition) CD/LP (Domino)
Feels is Animal Collective's sixth studio album originally released in 2005 and features all four band members - Avey Tare, Deakin, Geologist, and Panda Bear. This 20th Anniversary Edition features four recently unearthed demos and B-sides from the Feels Era.

MILITARIE GUN - God Save The Gun CD/LP (Loma Vista)  
Militarie Gun's God Save The Gun starts with a confession: I've been slipping up frontman Ian Shelton roars. This isn't just a sonically daring swing of a rock album, it's a very human document of being at your worst when you should be on top - an absurdist guide to the intersection of self-destruction and self-belief. I'm well aware that being this vulnerable turns my personal trauma into a marketing hook for this album, Shelton says. But I'm fine with it, if not provoking it.

MOUNTAIN GOATS - Sunset Tree CD/LP [Reissue/2005] (4AD)
20th Anniversary Edition on apricot colored vinyl, remastered at Abbey Road in 2025. The Mountain Goats is the long-running project of the prolific John Darnielle. After building a cult following throughout the '90s with a stream of boombox-recorded releases Darnielle signed to 4AD in 2002. It marked a major shift: for the first time, he embraced the studio as a creative tool. Between 2002 and 2009, 4AD released six Mountain Goats albums, the band is still active today and are on their 22nd release. It's a mark of Darnielle's extraordinary fertility that, of the 800-plus songs he has recorded, only a handful directly concern his own life experience; The Sunset Tree's 13 tracks, written after Darnielle's stepfather passed away in December 2003, are the bulk of this small subsection. It's a collection of songs about the house that Darnielle grew up in and the people who lived there - an ensemble cast which includes Darnielle himself, an ex-girlfriend, his mother, stepfather, and sister; old friends and old enemies.

POLICA - Dreams Go LP (Memphis Industries)  
On October 17, POLIÇA will release their new album, Dreams Go, via Memphis Industries. Since their emergence from Minneapolis' vibrant underground in 2011, POLIÇA has carved out a singular space in electronic indie-pop, blending shadowy synths, pulsating rhythms, and the unmistakable vocal presence of Channy Leaneagh. On their upcoming LP, Dreams Go, POLIÇA deliver their most emotionally resonant and texturally rich work to date-a poignant meditation on loss, resilience, and the fragile beauty of holding on. Written and recorded in the shadow of bassist Chris Bierden's glioblastoma diagnosis, the album is both elegy and act of preservation, capturing the band at a moment of profound transition. The LP is a collection of eight new songs recorded at Pachyderm Studio in Minnesota, marking the band's final sessions with Chris Bierden before he lost the ability to play.

SEEFEEL - Pure, Impure CD/LP (Too Pure)  
Seefeel is a pioneering, experimental electronic band. Formed in London in the early 1990s, they emerged as one of the most innovative bands bridging shoegaze and electronic music, known for their textured soundscapes, minimalist rhythms and ambient sensibilities. This new, expanded version of Pure, Impure brings together Seefeel’s three classic EPs; More Like Space, Plainsong, and Time to Find Me, and includes Aphex Twin mixes and a previously unreleased demo of “Moodswing”. Remastered by Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road Studios, this 11-track collection also features newly reimagined artwork.

APHEX TWIN - Classics LP [Reissue/1995] (R&S Records)  
Undoubtedly one of the most important and influential electronic artists to have emerged in popular music, the sonic misfit from Cornwall, the Aphex Twin, released a breathtaking slew of early singles and albums from 1991 onwards (and continues to present day). The first clutch of groundbreaking works came on the legendary Belgium label R&S Records and were collected on a compilation album Classics, released in 1995, and followed the global success of the timeless album Selected Ambient Works 85-92. 

SUDAN ARCHIVES - BPM CD/LP (Stones Throw) 
Fresh off the worldwide success of Natural Brown Prom Queen, Sudan Archives leveled up, evolving from a hands-on DIY artist to executive producer of her third album - her most ambitious record to date. Recorded in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Detroit, THE BPM is this innovative artist's most club-forward music yet, with Sudan Archives taking a dance floor-ready approach to her unique brand of violin infused music.

CHICHA LIBRE - Quatro Tigres LP [Reissue/2014] (Barbes)  
The long running Brooklyn-based collective Chicha Libre counts members from Mexico, France, Venezuela and the US, taking it's inspiration from exotic strains of cumbia. On their followup to the mostly original tracks on Canibalismo (2012), the band turned it's attention to some well known classics on this 12, applying their psychedelic chicha template to the Clash, Love, Los Shapis, and the Danny Eflman theme song to The Simpsons. Originally released on Record Store Day in 2013, it has been remastered and is available on vinyl once again.

HOLLIE COOK - Shy Girl LP (Mr Bongo) 
Almost fifteen years since the release of her self-titled debut LP on Mr Bongo, reggae's orator of love Hollie Cook is returning to the label for Shy Girl, her fifth studio album and her most authentic yet. Woven with tight grooves, beautiful vocals and catchy melodies, Shy Girl hears singer and songwriter Hollie Cook revel in her contemporary lovers rock sound, more confident and open to vulnerability than ever before. A sun-drenched exploration of love in all it's guises, Shy Girl tells stories of the magical and the melancholy, the heart-lifting and heart-breaking, across 12 luscious, analogue reggae compositions - the culmination of a soft-hued and instantly recognisable tropical pop sound that Cook has made her own.

MAKAYA MCCRAVEN - Off The Record CD/LP (Nonesuch)
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nternationally acclaimed drummer, producer, and sonic collagist Makaya McCraven returns to announce four distinct yet interconnected EPs - Techno Logic, The People's Mixtape, Hidden Out!, and PopUp Shop compiled on a 2xLP and 2xCD physical release titled Off the Record. Together they mark McCraven's first recorded offerings since 2022's In These Times. Built from live recordings, the music is later reshaped by McCraven via extensive editing, overdubs, and post-production at his home studio in Chicago. Hidden Out! Is built off recordings from McCraven's June 2017 residency at The Hideout in Chicago, where he improvised weekly with a revolving cast including bassist Junius Paul, Tortoise member, International Anthem labelmate, composer and guitarist Jeff Parker, and SML co-leader, GRAMMY-award winning producer and alto saxophonist Josh Johnson. PopUp Shop was created from recordings of McCraven's Los Angeles debut at Del Monte Speakeasy in 2015, where McCraven took part in the King Hippo and Grown Kids Radio produced event RAWS: LA, and improvised with guitarist Jeff Parker, vibraphonist Justefan, and bassist Benjamin J. Shepherd.

LARRY JUNE - Spaceships On The Blade LP [Reissue/2022] (The Freeminded Recs)   Spaceships on the Blade is the 2022 solo album from San Francisco legend, entrepreneur and rapper, Larry June. The 20-track album features the singles, ‘Private Valet,’ & ‘In My Pockets,' and sees production from a wide range of producers such as, The Alchemist, Jake One, DJ Khalil, Cardo, DJ. Fresh, Chuck Inglish, Turbo & more. Enlisting the help from fellow rap luminaries such as 2 Chainz, Babyface Ray, Curren$y and more, Spaceships on the Blade shows that Uncle Larry always has an eye on expanding and diversifying income steams and will continue to do numbers for a long time.

LARRY JUNE / CARDO - Until Night Comes LP (The Freeminded Recs)
With Until Night Comes, Larry June and Cardo reconnect to deliver a nocturnal cruise through laid-back luxury and introspection. The album feels like a slow ride through the city just after sunset-windows down, sky fading from gold to indigo, and a calm confidence guiding every turn. It's Larry at his most self-assured and reflective, balancing the cool ease he's known for with sharper focus and deeper pockets of honesty. Cardo's production is smooth and expansive-built on warm basslines, polished synths, and sample chops that stretch like the dusk. Together, they create a cohesive soundtrack for night owls, hustlers, and anyone chasing peace in motion. The album continues to refine their seasoned partnership, evolving into something even more purposeful. No wasted energy, just clean living, big vision, and a reminder that progress doesn't stop when the sun goes down.

LAST DINNER PARTY - From The Pyre CD/LP (Island)  
The Last Dinner Party on the album: “This record is a collection of stories, and the concept of album-as-mythos binds them. The Pyre itself is an allegorical place in which these tales originate, a place of violence and destruction but also regeneration, passion and light. It feels a little darker, more raw and more earthy, a little metatextual and cheeky in places, like a knowing look reflected back at ourselves. The songs are character driven but still deeply personal, a commonplace life event pushed to pathological extreme. Being ghosted becomes a Western dance with a killer, and heartbreak laughs into the face of the apocalypse. Lyrics invoke rifles, scythes, sailors, saints, cowboys, floods, Mother Earth, Joan of Arc, and blazing infernos. We found this kind of evocative imagery to be the most honest and truthful way to discuss the way our experiences felt, giving each the emotional weight it deserves.”

MORPHINE - Good LP [Reissue/1992] (Rhino)
Pressed for Rhino’s “Rocktober 2025” series. The 1992 debut that introduced Morphine’s unique "low rock" sound. 2020-remaster and pressed on forest green vinyl.

GRANT GREEN - Solid (Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition) LP [Reissue/1979] (Blue Note Records)  
Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. In June 1964, Grant Green recorded his blazing post-bop session for Solid, an album that would go unreleased until 1979 as Blue Note had success with the guitarist's soul jazz outings of the time. The date found the guitarist stretching out in a state-of-the-art sextet with Joe Henderson, James Spaulding, McCoy Tyner, Bob Cranshaw & Elvin Jones. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes.

ASHNIKO  - Smoochies CD/LP (Rhino)  
Equal parts sexy, playful, and feminine, Smoochies toes the line between the grotesque and the absurd. Moving past the pressures of viral fame, Ashnikko fully embraces their maximalist pop persona, blending club, country and hip-hop influences. The album stands as the "older sister" to Demidevil and a liberated evolution from Weedkiller. It's their most personal and collaborative work, trading fantasy worlds for autobiographical themes through the lens of the "Smoochie Girl”: a messy, chaotic and authentic figure who rejects beauty standards and the male gaze in favour of personal autonomy and joyful whimsy.

JID - God Does Like Ugly CD/LP  (Interscope)  
Double tan colored vinyl LP pressing in gatefold jacket. From the mind of Grammy-nominated rapper and performer, JID, his new studio album is a testament to prioritizing lyricism and artistry above all else. In a year where hip hop is championing the genre's most compelling storytellers, JID carries the torch for Southeast Atlanta, it's stories and people coming this summer.

CITIZEN - Everybody is Going to Heaven (10 Year Anniversary Edition) LP (Run for Cover)  
Ten years ago, Citizen released Everybody Is Going to Heaven — a record that marked a bold turning point in their career. Following the breakout success of Youth, the band could have stayed the course. Instead, they doubled down on darker textures, heavier moods, and a fearless sense of experimentation. Released in 2015, Everybody Is Going to Heaven expanded Citizen’s sound beyond their emo and post-hardcore roots, weaving in elements of grunge, and alternative rock. Tracks like “Cement” and “Stain” captured a raw, unsettled energy that explored mortality, depression, and identity with an honesty that still resonates today. It wasn’t a record built for easy listens — it was built to last. This 10 Year Anniversary Edition features new, gatefold packaging with updated photos, lyrics and liner notes. Disc one includes the original album in full and the brand new second disc features rare b-side “Nail In Your Hand,” a re-done version of “Heaviside” with artist Wisp performing vocals on the song, and seven never-before heard demo versions of songs from Citizen’s second album.

FELT - Felt 2: Tribute To Lisa Bonet CD/LP [Reissue/2005] (Rhymesayers)
Released in 2005, Felt 2: A Tribute to Lisa Bonet paired underground hip-hop heavyweights Murs and Slug for a second round of charismatic, razor-sharp collaboration. This time around, their chemistry felt looser and more playful, marked by clever lyricism, engaging storytelling, and an infectious sense of creative freedom. Their verses bounce back and forth with ease, rooted in a shared love of the craft and a mutual instinct for innovation. Each volume of Felt carries it's own sonic identity, and Felt 2 thrives on the warmth and versatility of Ant's production. Drawing on classic soul, funk, and West Coast influences, the beats create a vibrant foundation that let's both MCs explore new flows and textures without losing cohesion.

CARLOS DAFE & ADRIAN YOUNGE- Jazz is Dead 025  (Jazz Is Dead)  
With Jazz Is Dead 025, Brazilian legend Carlos Dafé reaffirms his legacy while venturing into uncharted musical territory. The album celebrates Dafé's extraordinary ability to bridge the past and present, blending soul, samba, and funk with contemporary experimentation. His story, voice, and artistry continue to inspire, making him not only a cornerstone of Brazilian Black music but a timeless figure in global music history.

BLACK MOUNTAIN - Black Mountain (20th Anniversary Edition) LP (Jagjaguwar)   Black Mountain, the front-line soldiers for the BlackMountain Army, an arts collective from Vancouver, BritishColumbia, write, perform and record music that speaks (and sings) to this realization: that solutions are rarely simple, that the world is as complex as it is ambiguous, and that music sprinkled with an inoculating dose of madness may well be the Pied Piper that takes us all back into the primordial mountain, where our hearts can be made steady and our minds can be set free.Their debut self-titled record, like a space probe built of erector set parts and transmitting secret and arcane messages to earth by string, charts territories unknown yet remains grounded by the roots of classic rock and roll.

NUZZLE - Follow For Now  LP (Zum)
In 1995 Nuzzle released their debut LP, Follow, for Now, on Youth Strike Chord. Recorded in a sweaty flurry at a vital moment in the 90s post-hardcore scene, the album is raw, loose, and fierce. Less than 1,000 copies were originally pressed and songs like “The Sorting That Evens Things Out” and “Newfoundland,” became the band’s most ballyhooed. Solid Brass Records and Zum have teamed up for this 30th Anniversary Reissue of Follow, for Now. Remixed from the original tapes by Liam Nelson and remastered by Will Killingsworth at Dead Air Studios it delivers renewed clarity and captures the band at their creative peak. Straddling the line between hardcore and the evolving mid-90s underground sound, its eight tracks helped define a genre and cement Nuzzle’s place within the era.

COMING NEXT WEEK!
TORTOISE - Touch CD/LP
DANIEL CAESAR - Son Of Spergy CD/LP
EARL SWEATSHIRT - Live Laugh Love CD/LP
BAHAMAS - My Second Last Album CD/LP
HAIL THE SUN - Cut Turn Fade Black CD/LP
LEMONHEADS - Love Chant CD/LP
SPEED - All My Angels CD/LP
BJORK - Cornocopia:Live CD/LP
BLONDE REDHEAD - Shaodw Of The Guest EP CD/LP
HANNAH JADAGU - Describe CD/LP
PIXIES - Demos [Purple Tape] CD/LP Reissue