Discover Tracey Nelson's Countrified Indie-Rock and This Week's Top New Tracks

Tracey Nelson, a NYC-based singer-songwriter, is set to release his debut album 'Hercules' on July 10. His music is described as beautifully dazed, countrified indie-rock, drawing comparisons to bands like The Clean and The Feelies. Nelson's self-titled 2025 debut EP was a lesser-heard gem, featuring tracks such as 'New Years Flowers' and 'Just Shoot Me Now'.

The upcoming album 'Hercules' is co-produced by MJ Lenderman and Colin Miller, and features a lineup of musicians including Lenderman, Miller, Karly Hartzman, and Jack Kraus. The album promises to amplify the country elements of Nelson's previous work while giving him more space to explore his sound.

This week's best new tracks

Pozer – Hulk Hogan (ft AJ Tracey): A standout track in the UK scene, delivering social realism over Jersey club beats, with an excellent verse from AJ Tracey.

Zoh Amba – Another Time: A remarkable free jazz saxophonist turns songwriter, blending Appalachian roots with indie rock.

One Leg One Eye – Many Are My Names Besides: A haunting track that combines scratchy drone and distorted wailing.

Enter Shikari – Dead in the Water: A highlight from their new album, blending rave-rock with elements of Everything Everything and The Prodigy.

James K – Peel (Loidis remix): A 14-minute remix turning ethereal dancehall-pop into snappy microhouse.

Ambrose Akinmusire and Mary Halvorson – Soundcheck: Disarming trumpet playing and unsettling guitar work.

Max F – Dream Channel (Space Ghost Club Remix): Life-affirming piano-centred house instrumental.