Tempers: Further

With their just-released official video for “Further,” NYC-based Tempers key listeners in to what can be expected of the brand’s forthcoming Fundamental Fantasy EP. Moody guitars get electronic punctuation and a thoughtful atmosphere develops around rather complex songwriting. There’s a lot of beauty here, emphasized in the video, but also darkness.

Jamiroquai: Automaton

Returning after a seven-year hiatus, Jamiroquai’s return will make you feel nostalgic, curious or both. For some, the band’s new single “Automaton” will be their first introduction to the British funk-pop band, but their sound in 2017 is just as energetic and groovy as ever. The disco-influenced tune is focused on AI, technology and space—all themes that are reflected in frontman Jay Kay’s light-up hat. …

Superorganism: Something For Your M.I.N.D.

Perhaps it’s the fact that the band members are split between Maine and London that has offered new indie-pop group Superorganism such playful, exploratory depth. Debut track “something for your M.I.N.D.” warbles and bops along with incredibly catchiness. There’s a lot of mystery surrounding who’s in the band but it’s safe to say this track will place them on the musical map.