Domenic Marcantonio - Earthbound Spaceman (2026)

Domenic Marcantonio is the gifted singer/songwriter/guitarist of the Green Bay, Wisconsin-based power pop band Beach Patrol, but solo he draws from a different well. His new album, titled Earthbound Spaceman, can be found in the lo-fi layer of the garage pop corner, but on the rootsy side, where a door is left ajar to let other influences seep in. If you try to imagine Dead Moon basking in the afternoon sun rather than prowling after midnight, you’ll have a rough idea of ​​what awaits here.

Across these ten tracks, acoustic guitars do most of the heavy lifting, paired with distinctive vocals that give every song its own personality. What starts as a pleasant listen—despite or thanks to the DIY feel—gradually reveals itself to be surprisingly addictive, with hooks and rhythms that burrow into your subconscious, and you catch yourself reaching for the repeat button. The lyrics are clever and accessible, while the choruses practically dare you not to join in. Even when you’re not singing along, chances are you’ll be whistling the melodies (especially in Strange Transformation), nodding your head, tapping your foot, or more likely, all three at once.