Obscure Sound's 'Best Albums of 2024'

A brisk, from-the-heart folk and rock cohesion stirs on “Born into the Mass Mind,” a new track from Matthew Hayes Jacobs that artfully explores conformity and modern tumult

Denver-based band Tiny Tomboy unleash an impassioned rock spell throughout their new album, 'Psychic Scar.'

An atmospheric electronic sound captivates across BONG-747‘s “The Big Fish (for David Lynch),” a memorable tribute to the late director and overall artistic visionary.

Amsterdam-based duo Nintenbros craft lushly memorable interpretations of anime soundtrack favorites across their album 'Anime, Vol.1 (Lofi & Chill).' They draw particular inspiration from Joe Hisaishi.

A nighttime-set stylishness emanates throughout “Moon,” a single from Hello Midlands. The Brighton, England-based act capture a certain special time and place — “just you and me and nighttime and the moon,” — within a dynamic production.

An enveloping new album from Latvian multi-instrumentalist Reinis Jaunais (@reinisjaunais), 'Nest' presents a dynamic display of world music — featuring a variety of Latvian-made instruments that include guitar, kokle, tongue drum, and synths.

Passionate rock and dreamy contemplation intertwine on the riveting new track “Detached,” coming via Estonian band Must Ruut.

Depicting insatiable desire within a rousing Americana production, “White Heat” is the new single from Midnight Sky, a Dayton, Ohio-based group led by Tim Tye. Paige Beller’s lead vocals are an invigorating force within, channeling a bluesy soulfulness.

Los Angeles-based act My Satellite unveil an eclectic, hook-filled pop sound across their sophomore album, 'Person.' Thematic reflections of a love story traverse across realms of funk, psychedelia, and rock.

A magnetic new track with a house-friendly pop invigoration, “Other Side” comes via GOLDICAT. The Sayulita, Mexico-based artist weaves an eclectic array of influences, from ABBA to Depeche Mode, in creating a hook-friendly pop allure.

Brooklyn-based rockers Train Traffic unleash a fervent punk and rock intertwining on their self-titled debut album. “This album is our love letter to New York City’s subway system and the dark stories that come with it,” says vocalist Gabby McGowan.

Showcasing a knack for poignant protest songs within a timeless-sounding blend of styles, Oreaganomics compel with their new single “Everything is legal.” The track comes via their new album 'And Introducing… shane!!!'

Indianapolis-based artist Von LaRae struts a smoothly atmospheric soul-forward sound on “2 Is Company,” a track inspired “by the freedom of movement and just how hard it is to stay still,” per the artist.

A melodic array of soul and sophisti-pop enjoyment shows throughout “Fly Like a Bird,” a new single from Dubai-based artist Cass DiFonte.

Brooklyn-based artist David Buchs crafts a gorgeous, hypnotic ambient allure on 'Letting Go,' his fourth EP. Buchs’ songs embrace patiently unfolding structures and delicate atmospherics, consistently enamoring in their dreamy soundscapes.

Dublin-based artist Robert O’Connor (@robertoconnor) struts an infectious, vibe-y pop appeal with ’80s sophistication throughout his new album, 'Swimming Against The Tide.'

A suave blend of soulful rock and modern Americana appeals on “Little Brick House,” an engaging new single from Washington, DC-based band Cass & the Sass.

A heartfelt folk enamoring takes hold on “Butterflies,” a new track from Chris Garcia Sullivan that explores the difficulty of following dreams in a hectic modern world.

Consuming with a powerful rock sound that spans from bass-heavy suaveness to expressive vocal swoons, “Come On Baby” is a single out today from Heidi Eldest, an artist from Birmingham, England.

A stirring composition from Boston-based artist Marc Soucy, “Montana” envelops with a soaring instrumental sound propelled by strings and piano.