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Brothers Nick and Shane Sullivan, of Joyer, sit in a booth at a dimly-lit restaurant. A tray with pizza sits in front of them.

Interview with Joyer

Nick and Shane Sullivan of Joyer talk about their experiences recording in Chicago, the inspirations behind their slight sonic shift, and their time living in various cities. Joyer's fifth album, On the Other End of the Line… is out this Friday, October 24, via Julia’s War. Read the transcript or watch the full interview with Joyer here.

The four members of Bruiser and Bicycle in a studio, one with a guitar, others leaning or sitting, wearing casual outfits. Background is plain white, relaxed mood. Photo by Ariel Kenny.

Interview with Bruiser and Bicycle

Nick Whittemore and Keegan Graziane of Bruiser and Bicycle chat about Deep Country, where their third record stands in the band’s discography, their collaboration with Jennifer Maher Coleman, and recommend some albums that’ll help you better understand the fabric of Deep Country.

Interview with pôt-pot

In this interview, Irish/Portuguese quintet pôt-pot talk about their debut album, Warsaw 480km, the group’s Ireland-Portugal connections, and the intersection of funk and krautrock.

PREMIERE: Buddie - "Stressed In Paradise"

BLIGATORY is thrilled to premiere "Stressed In Paradise," from Vancouver grunge-pop band Buddie. It's the lead single from their new record, Glass, set for release November 7 on Crafted Sounds. Watch the music video here and read our Q&A with the band regarding the importance of community, the new record, and the DIY techniques that brought the video to life.

Interview with Golden Apples

Russell Edling of Golden Apples talks about the making of Shooting Star, his musical inspirations, recording techniques, and the origins of the “Golden Apples” name.

Interview with Wiring

In this interview, the Brooklyn four-piece Wiring talk about the making of Like A Porcelain Lamb, what influenced the record, and more.

Gracing the cover of this week's roundup, the four members of Bleary Eyed people sit on pavement with a blue and white striped background. Text on image reads "New Music This Week: July 19 - July 25” at the top, and "featuring Bleary Eyed, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist, Mac DeMarco, Wednesday and MORE” at the bottom.

New Music This Week: July 25

highlighting new music by Bleary Eyed, Freddie Gibbs & The Alchemist, Safe Mind, Mac DeMarco, Teethe, Wednesday & more

New Music This Week: July 18

highlighting new music by Alex G, Sunforger, Blood Orange, Emma Louise & Flume, They Are Gutting a Body of Water, Water From Your Eyes, Upchuck, Winter, and more