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- Summary: The third full-length release from Detroit rock collective Winged Wheel was recorded in Chicago by Eric Block.
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- Record Label: 12XU
- Genre(s): Altternative, Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock
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UncutJan 21, 2026The addictive, chant-like vocals of Whitney Johnson, AKA Matchess, combined with some satisfyingly spacious grooves, periodically aligns Desert So Green with the contemporary psych-rock swirl of Warpaint and Moon Duo. [Feb 2026, p.39]
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MojoFeb 19, 2026Drifts toward sounding like Sonic Youth. .... Lots more here, though, including elevated noiserock, early Factory-style nihilist post-punk, and a clanking highlight, I see Poseurs Every Day. [Apr 2026, p.93]
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Jan 21, 2026There’s a quietly accomplished record waiting to be discovered by those who are prepared to approach with patience.
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Jan 21, 2026Instead of drawing attention to their experimentation, Winged Wheel make those sonic paths feel completely natural, trusting us to follow along even if they’re not sure where they’re headed.
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Jan 21, 2026What’s key here is that Winged Wheel is travelling together, as a unit. The eclecticism in mood proves that they’re enjoying the voyage.