3 New Albums Out This Week You Should Listen to Now: English Teacher, The Ballroom Thieves, and Asha Jefferies
There’s so much good music out in the ether that sometimes it’s difficult to parse through all of it. Every week The Daily Music Report will do the hard work for you and highlight the best releases available on streaming services.
This week we’re highlighting new music from English Teacher, The Ballroom Thieves, and Asha Jefferies.
English Teacher – This Could Be Texas
This Could Be Texas marks the debut album of the English rock band English Teacher, released on April 12th. A fusion of post-punk, math rock, and electronic elements with autotune, the album presents a diverse sonic landscape that reflects the band’s eclectic influences. The album’s 13 tracks showcase the band’s evolution since their EP Polyawkward, with compositions ranging from nostalgic reflections on university life to introspective musings on societal issues and mental health. Lead singer, Lily Fontaine articulates the album’s sonic and thematic breadth, describing it as an exploration of “the in-betweens,” where the listener is transported to a space that feels both familiar and alien.
Standout Songs: Albatross, The Worlds Biggest Paving Slab, Not Everybody Gets to Go to Space, R&B, Nearly Daffodils, Albert Road
9.1
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The Ballroom Thieves – Sundust
Esteemed indie folk duo hailing from New England, The Ballroom Thieves, present their fifth full-length album, Sundust, an inquiry into the possibility of embracing tenderness amidst the cacophony of modern existence. Comprised of Calin Peters (vocals, cello, bass) and Martin Earley (vocals, guitar), the duo navigates the labyrinth of mental health awareness and interpersonal connection in a world inundated by digital noise and cultural saturation. Sundust emerges as a lush, 10-track opus, offering a reflective journey through the nuances of the human experience. Themes of self-awareness, the dismantling of trauma-induced barriers, and the pursuit of healing resonate throughout the album, juxtaposed with moments of profound beauty and a yearning for genuine human connection.
Standout Songs: Everything Is Everything, Right On Time, Tender, I Don’t Mind
7.5
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Asha Jefferies – Ego Ride
Asha Jefferies’ debut album, Ego Ride, presents a captivating narrative of personal growth and discovery woven through a tapestry of indie-rock melodies and introspective lyricism. Drawing inspiration from the anthemic rock of Tom Petty and the emotional depth of Gracie Abrams and Olivia Rodrigo, Jefferies embarks on a musical journey that explores themes of joy, heartbreak, tenderness, and change. From the haunting opener ‘Stranger’ to the euphoric anthem ‘Brand New Bitch,’ each track showcases Jefferies’ ability to navigate the complexities of relationships and self-discovery with raw honesty and vulnerability.
Standout Songs: Stranger, Keep My Shit Together, Spinning, Ego Ride
7.2
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