Lightning Dust: "Diamond"

"Fantasy, the new record from Lightning Dust (Amber Webber and Josh Wells of Black Mountain), will be out on Jagjaguwar on June 25th (24th in the UK). Fantasy is Lightning Dust's third proper full-length album, and it finds its inspiration in skeletal synth pop, modern R&B beats, the films of John Carpenter and -- in accordance with Lightning Dust's only longstanding rule -- absolute minimalism."

Disclosure: "When a Fire Starts to Burn"

Can't wait for this album. Settle drops June 3

New Julia Holter: "World"

Out of the many artists that produce light airy and often ethereal music (see Grouper, Juliana Barwick, Laurel Halo) - Julia Holter easily holds her own - especially on the back of her lovely 2012 record Ekstasis. Today, we hear the new track "World" from her forthcoming album Loud City Song - due August 20th. Also upcoming (according to iTunes pre-order) is an album titled Maria featuring some new tracks, as well as her more popular tracks from Ekstasis - expected May 28.

Pure Bathing Culture: "Pendulum"

Following an excellent debut - Pure Bathing Culture have crafted a fantastic sophomore effort in Moon Tides. With more sophisticated song structures and a delicate execution, PBC channel the best parts of Beach House with tinges of Cocteau Twins and a West Coast wispiness that fits their aesthetic perfectly. Moon Tides is out on August 20 on Partisan Records. Loving everything we've heard so far. VIA

New Music:: MØ - "Waste Of Time"

DIG IT.

New Kate Boy: "The Way We Are"

After the enticing "Northern Lights" and "In Your Eyes" off their recently released EP, today we get "The Way We Are" - probably right behind "Northern Lights" for us as the best track so far. Kate Boy (Swedish / IAMSOUND) have clearly mastered the aggressive synths of The Knife while managing to make their tracks their own. "The Way We Are" is available next week on iTunes.

Young Galaxy: "Fall For You" Video

Young Galaxy's Ultramarine is out now, and one of our favorite records of 2013 so far!

New Alela Diane

A long time staple of Stark - it's been great watching Ms. Diane mature over the course of her past records. Always a stark amalgamation of dark American folk melodies - Diane's songs are poignant and subtle with a refreshing seriousness that commands attention. After seemingly parting ways with her Beggars family, Diane will release About Farewell, June 25 on her own Rusted Blue Records.

Laura Marling Video: "Master Hunter"

Once I Was An Eagle is out 5/28 on Virgin.

Mikal Cronin: MCII

Cronin defined the "oh shit I need to check him out" type of artist, that for whatever reason (we blame ourselves) - we just didn't get to the first time around, despite a solid campaign. Better late than never thanks to a trusted friend recommendation and the above Yours Truly piece, we're sold on his debut and the new album MCII, out today. Check out the above video - then go pick up both albums.