Lark Marvels, debut album from San Francisco's experi-sextet, Maus Haus, could be a response to the challenges imposed by Battles a couple years ago.  Or, it could just be a really good album.

What's in a name? Don't worry about it; pay more attention to the music.

Matador compiles Jay Reatard's semi-legendary series of sold-out limited edition 7" releases.

Japandroids: Not just another two-piece band from Vancouver.