The beginnings of “Eye on a Bat” by Palehound were written a cross country trip from Oregon to the east coast as the world was shutting down in Spring 2020.
A project from queer singer-songwriter El Kempner, Palehound has released their 4th album that, in spite of its origins is not a record about the pandemic; rather a proclaimed breakup album.
Coming in just under 30 minutes, Kempner manages to present an assortment of sounds, vibes and feelings: fuzzed out rock songs, fantastically layered harmonies, humor, love, with a couple ballads in the mix.
Previous Albums of the Week
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Contributed/BandcampWhile presented in a shiny package, Say She She channels optimism in "Cut & Rewind" through sound, and keeps it grounded in realism through words. -
Contributed/Neko CaseThe indie-rock and alt-country icon's new album features expansive orchestration and a wide-eyed enthusiasm. It's her eighth solo — arriving seven years after "Hell-On." -
Contributed/Bear Family RecordsLouisiana born bluesman Buddy Guy honors the blues genre in his latest album, "Ain't Done With the Blues," released on his 89th birthday. -
Danique van Kesteren/Bandcamp"Dark Sky Reserve" by Robin Kester is KAXE's Album of the Week for Sept. 15-21, 2025. -
Contributed/Margo Price"Hard Headed Woman" by Margo Price is KAXE's Album of the Week for Sept. 1-7, 2025. -
Contributed/Ketch Secor'Story The Crow Told Me' by Ketch Secor is KAXE's Album of the Week for Aug. 25-31, 2025.
