The NACC Chart reflects the most popular music and artists gaining traction on college and community radio stations across North America. It offers insights into the ever-evolving taste of younger, experimental listeners who gravitate toward authentic and fresh sounds. This issue’s top three artists are from the week of Nov. 12, highlighting the emerging talents and represent a blend of themes and genres that resonate with many college-age students.
1. The Cure – Songs of a Lost World
After nearly 16 years after their last release, The Cure returns with their new album, “Songs of a Lost World.” This post-punk band took a melancholy turn with this album featuring themes of loss and endings, layered with strong guitar riffs, synths, and dark melodies. Robert Smith’s unmistakable vocals and lyrics mixed with the chemistry between the bandmates creates a nostalgic, raw, and emotional experience while listening to the album. They represent a timeless ability to explore deep emotions, with tracks like “Drone:Nodrone” or “All I Ever Am,” that old and new listeners will appreciate.
2. Soccer Mommy – Evergreen
Sophie Allison, known as Soccer Mommy, and her gloomy yet beautifully produced album, Evergreen, is second on the NACC Chart. With themes of grief, loss, and resilience, she explores what it means to lose a loved one and the process of healing. Whether it’s sleepless nights, or reminiscing memories, songs like “M” and “Lost” share Allison’s struggles she faces while grieving, expressed through smooth melodies and a tired voice. Listeners are brought along her journey of emotional vulnerability and those going through similar experiences will find comfort and connection in her honest portrayal of the grieving process.
3. Amyl and The Sniffers – Cartoon Darkness
Climbing up to third place on the NACC Chart, Amyl and The Sniffer’s new album “Cartoon Darkness” puts out a unique punk-rock sound. They are known for their high energy performances and songs that hold a raw punk edge full of powerful guitar riffs and punchy lyrics. Lead singer Amy Taylor has a bold voice that brings life into each track, and the guitarist, drummer, and bassist come together to create interesting, and at times lurid tracks such as “Pigs.” This female lead group from Australia has created an album full of angst, humor, and unfiltered emotion for a unique sound on the NACC Chart.
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