Strange days have found us—and Daniel Ellsworth + The Great Lakes know it well. The indie rock trio, formed in Nashville and now scattered across the U.S., stays connected by satellite, fibers, and vibes. Known for their high-energy performances and introspective lyrics, they return in 2025 with HIGH(er) LIFE, the deluxe edition of 2024’s HIGH LIFE. This expanded release includes the unreleased “Keep It Cool,” a piano-and-strings version of “After All,” and a Kyle Andrews remix of the title track. Spectrum Culture praised the original as “23 minutes of densely layered... highly danceable indie rock,” and this new chapter deepens its existential exploration of change, love, regret, and shared humanity. No regrets—just the high life.
Named one of Spotify’s 25 Most Influential Artists in Asia, Singaporean singer-songwriter Linying unveils her ethereal sophomore album Swim, Swim, born in part from time spent on the remote island of Siargao. Written in solitude and shaped by emotional upheaval, it’s a dreamlike, soul-baring journey through self-discovery, femininity, and resilience.
