Chris Arey

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Ears Wide Open: The Drives

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L.A. trio the Drives unleash their first single of 2020 — “OCD” is a serious rocker addressing frontman Andrew Levin’s mental health struggles.

Video: Seahaven, ‘Moon’

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After six years away, Seahaven have returned with the new song “Moon” — and the news that a new album, “Halo of Hurt,” will arrive Nov. 20.

Ears Wide Open: North Americans

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“Roped In,” the new album from guitarist Patrick McDermott’s solo project North Americans, offers soothing instrumental music for getting lost in the moment. Featuring pedal steel whiz Barry Walker, the album is out Oct. 9 via Third Man Records..

Ears Wide Open: Emily Vu

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Eighteen-year-old pop singer Emily Vu on Friday released her debut EP, “Lost &.” It’s a polished six-track collection that doesn’t sound like kid stuff.

Ears Wide Open: Henry Hall

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It must be the suit — L.A. singer-songwriter Henry Hall introduces his forthcoming debut album “Neato” with the cheeky video for the single “Guy.”

Video: Rhye, ‘Helpless’

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Rhye dreams up “what love and joy could look like” in the video for the new single “Helpless,” his second single of 2020. It makes for a pretty picture.

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