Ladybug is the stage name of Oliver LaMantia, a Toronto-based folk-alternative musician and producer. Alex is really into his track "You Can't". He explains why it's worth a listen. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Teenage Fanclub are back with a new album, Do Not Dare To Dream. Alex breaks down why he thinks you'll love it. scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

Last month, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter V Torres released her captivating and empowering sophomore album Woman. Torres penned an exclusive Artist Essay for SWT reflecting on Harbor City and its impact on her growth as a songwriter. scummywatertower.com/artist-essay... #Musicsky

Last month, Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist David James Allen released his fifth solo album Jubilation Potpourri. Alex explains why he enjoyed the release, especially single "So Much Pain". scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Chicago-based musician Tommy Oeffling unveils his bold eighth album Neighbors on October 30. Alex dives into why the single "Psycho" grabs you immediately and leaves you craving more. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Want to hear a song about Canadian cowboys? We do. Canadian-based band Freightliner has a great one — Alex shares what he liked about it. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Last month, Canadian band Starpainter returned with a great new album entitled Cayenne Flowerbed. Alex explains what he enjoyed about the release and why single “Afterlife” is a standout track for him. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today we're stoked to talk about a Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist who is crafting some great solo music: Emmett Morris. He just released a great new album and Alex explains why you'll especially like single “Fair City”. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

On September 18th, @weatherell.music dropped their debut full-length album Lonely Soul. Alex explains why you should give it a listen and that the title track is a great place to start. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Northern Ontario outlaw punk outfit Dead II Society just dropped their debut single, Dead and Buried. Alex says he loved it and can’t wait to see where the band heads next. scummywatertower.com/features/sin...

We're excited to discuss another NYC-based artist making some great music, this time the project of Christian Monte, who releases music under the name Prettier Now. Alex explains why single "Beaming" is a great introduction to his new album. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

We're seeing more 2027 releases being anounced that excite us. That includes GIFT, who will release their new album Frenzy For The Thrill in January. @AlexMTheel.bsky.social explains why single "Hand To The Flame” is the perfect place to start. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Looking for a weekend listen? @AlexMTheel.bsky.social highly recommends checking out New York City based The Van Pelt's latest album Remain Obscure. Read on to find out why! scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

Protomartyr return with their new record Hotel Usona. Alex breaks down why this is yet another standout release for the band. scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

We're thrilled to introduce you to Bizou, a Los Angeles-based, synth-drenched shoegaze band. Alex explains why he thinks you'll love their new Widow EP — especially the single “Death Mag”. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Earlier this year we spotlighted Montreal singer-songwriter Roxanne Izzo with the premiere of the music video for “Teresa.” This Friday she drops her debut album Made. Alex breaks down in his album review why it’s worth a listen. scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

Three years ago Scummy Water Tower went live with our very first post. Since then we’ve been fortunate to spotlight a variety of musicians and entertainers from around the globe and to amplify meaningful stories from a wide range of perspectives and communities.

This week singer-songwriter Jake Xerxes Fussell is releasing his new album The Old Beloved Path via Fat Possum. Alex explains in his review why you should definitely give it a listen. scummywatertower.com/reviews/albu... #Musicsky

Today, we're excited to premiere Chicago-based band BAUGS new single "Neon Sign." Read on to listen and learn more! scummywatertower.com/premieres/so... #Musicsky

This Friday, Chicago’s Slow Pulp return with new music—their third album Melodie via ANTI-. Alex explains why the single "Spill" has him so excited. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Austin-via-Chicago indie-rock project Old Joy drops a new album, Why Burn Bridges You Can Live Under, on September 18 through Candlepin Records. Alex shares what’s got him hyped about the record — and why lead single “Gut Shot” is a big part of it. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Toronto punk quartet Bad Waitress recently shared new single “Lovin’ Kind,” the first sampling of their new album In The Hollow, which arrives October 30 via Stomp Records. Alex shares why he enjoyed the song and that it made him excited for the album. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

Today, we’re excited to revisit an artist longtime SWT readers will be very familiar with: Podge Lane. For the latest entry in the Sequential Listening series, Josh caught up with Podge to discuss his new return to roots album and a deep dive into each song. scummywatertower.com/features/seq...

Chicago songwriter Brent Penny has released a new EP, Rings Loud, fronted by the hazy dream-pop single "Need." Alex breaks down why the track stands out and what made him want to hear the whole EP. scummywatertower.com/features/sin...

Ontario's Sunshine Makers are gearing up to release their third album Turn Up The Sun, starting with single "The Love We Give". Alex explains why he enjoyed the song and can't wait to hear more music from the group. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

LA-based Crumpler will release their latest album Evolution Is For Lovers on October 23. We're thrilled to premiere the music video for album track "Tie To Die", a song that doesn't mince words about the state of the world. scummywatertower.com/premieres/vi... #Musicsky

We’re not exaggerating — we’re big fans of Chicago artist Manasseh and his new album. Alex returns to spotlight another single, this time “CBD.” scummywatertower.com/features/sin...

Montreal-born musician and artist Melissa Auf der Maur spent the 1990s touring the world with iconic ’90s alternative rock bands Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins. Today, she released her first new music in over 15 years. Alex has all the details. scummywatertower.com/features/alb...

On October 23, Chicago indie-folk artist Ryan Burns will release his new album Just Keep Growing. Alex explains why you should start getting excited for the release and why single "Moving Day" is a great place to start. scummywatertower.com/features/sin... #Musicsky

We're so damn excited to talk about Manasseh. The Chicago-based soul singer recently released his new album R&B[eyond], which features standout track "Junie". Read Alex's Singles Spotlight feature to find out why the album and song are highly recommended! scummywatertower.com/features/sin...