Obscure Sound's 'Best Albums of 2024'

Enamoring with a catchy pop sound infused with jazz and soul savvy, “igloo” is a fantastic new track from in/of.

An infectious pop energy shines on “GOOD IF I’M NOT,” a hooky new single from Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and violinist Spencer Mackey.

Capturing the cyclical, season-like movements of life within a chilling chamber-folk sound, “Dogwood Winter” is a moving new track from Kaigara.

Brighton, UK-based band CARNE invigorate with a soaring rock sound on “VAST,” their second single. Drawing from ’90s alt-rock inspirations like PJ Harvey and Smashing Pumpkins, the four-piece channel an impassioned and dynamic appeal.

A soulful, heart-aching immersion takes hold on “Hungry Ghost,” a track from Phellotape that enamors in its mixture of melodic vocals, brass-y suaveness, and gorgeous string infusions.

A wonderfully woozy composure lingers on “TOO DYNAMIC,” a track from Pink Contrails that excels in its trickling guitar tones and hazy synth atmospherics.

A lushly magnetic pop charm flows throughout “Window Seat,” a track from Chicago-based band Course.

A resonating track about belonging and identity from Toria Rainey, “Cowboy Song” resonates in its folk-pop appeal and metaphorical prowess.

San Diego-based project Reduction in Force continues an impressive run of singles with “No ID,” showcasing a hooky synth-touched alt-rock sound within lyrical commentaries of identity, labels, and societal pressure.

Pop, funk, and hip-hop stylings coexist with infectious, heartfelt enthrallment on “LITTLE BIT OF CONVERSATION,” the new track from Carter Ace (@carteracemusic) and his forthcoming album, 'SPADE,' out in August.

A dreamy, jangling pop appeal shines on “Summer Rain,” an alluring new single from Nashville-based artist Kristen Castro. Coming via her upcoming debut album 'Capricorn Baby,' out on August 29th.

Canadian alt-country artist Pony Gold consumes with a powerful sound on new single “Impossible Dream,” coming via her upcoming album 'High Road Reverie,' out on October 3rd.

NYC-based rockers Blonde Otter (@blondeotterband) strut a stylish, anthemic vigor on new track “Your Number,” whose charismatic sound and palpable structural momentum make for ample replay appeal.

Unveiling a shimmering rock and pop cohesion, “Speak Too Soon” is a stirring new track from Mercy Kelly (@MercyKelly_Band), a band based in Manchester, UK.

A stylish pop sound, infusing EDM and house infectiousness amidst soulful vocal charisma, impresses on “Save Me” — the new single from Olesia Glants.

Berlin-based band teenweek captivate on their debut single “The Kids Are Cruel,” seamlessly infusing melodic guitars and lush synths into a harmonious title-touting hookiness.

A dreamily inviting entrancement, propelled by gorgeous synth pads, enamors on “Into Coherence,” the debut single from Second Hand Noise.

Conjuring a cinematic, fantasy-like allure in its flourishing neoclassical intrigue, “Illusions of Amethyst” is an immersive new track from Jacqueline Cordes.

Enamoring with its consuming array of folk introspection and soaring rock, 'Love and Other Acts of Subversion' is the memorable new album from Forest Mountain Lion.

Another resonating rock success from Portland, OR-based quartet Kallai, “The Wave” is the first release from their upcoming debut full-length, 'We Are Forever.'