Phidippus’ "Prazosin," the album, is a strange little thing. Not like finding a sock in the dryer that never had a match, but more like finding a tiny, perfectly formed city inside an acorn. It's all electronic pulses and hums, built by Eric Salazar, with what feels like very specific, and also wonderfully messy, intention. Jeff Riteman and Alice Indiana pop in as guests,...

The Glasgow rock outfit Delta Fire drops a high-voltage anthem 'Love Stops First' that dares you to stop caring about what other people think. Some tracks politely ask for your attention, while others kick the door open and demand you listen. When you are tired of hearing that your passions are just a phase or a hobby, you need a song that hits back with...