RECORD TIME VOL 21: Apocalyptic
- Christopher Roche
- Jan 3
- 2 min read
Updated: Jan 6
Welcome back, Xplorers!
This week, we’re diving into a playlist perfect for those moments when everything feels on the brink—but in the most exhilarating way possible. Record Time: “Apocalyptic” is a hand-picked mix of raw energy, heavy
drums, and steady baselines.
I’m excited to share a slightly new format this week: each playlist will feature a featured artist. These artists might be rising stars I’ve recently discovered or musicians with whom I have a special connection. To kick things off, let me introduce you to this week’s featured artist: OCTRAIN.
Featured Artist: OCTRAIN
This week’s featured artist is OCTRAIN, a rising London-based rock band blending influences from Weezer, Nirvana, and a splash of Jimi Hendrix. I recently connected with them on Instagram, where they shared their Spotify link—and I was blown away.
Their track “Better Break Up” takes center stage in this week’s playlist. With heavy guitars, killer vocals, and smooth basslines, it’s the perfect way to kick things off. I can’t get enough of their sound and can’t wait to see what they release next. Check out their Spotify and Instagram to keep up with their amazing work—they’re gold.
OCTRAIN on Spotify:
Playlist:
Tracklist:
01 Better Break Up - OCTRAIN
02 Bon Temps Rouler - Scoundrels
03 Apocalyptic - *repeat repeat
04 Dream Within a Dream - Tristen
05 Righteously - Anna Ash
06 Rumble Strip - Belleruche
07 BOOM - X Ambassadors
08 We Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere - The New Respects
09 Gotta Get To Know Ya - Seratones
10 Next to Normal - Lucius
11 50 Foot Woman - Hannah Williams, The Affirmations
12 Katchi - Nick Waterhouse, Leon Bridges
13 A Little Less Conversation - Elvis Presley
14 Love Me Again - John Newman
15 Ganges a Go-Go - Dan The Automator
16 Seven Nation Army - Nostalgia 77, Alice Russell
17 Monsters - Los Coast
18 Sunshine Getaway - JD McPherson
19 2young - Stop Light Observations
20 You Are What You Do - Aviram
21 Reptilia - Andrew Combs
Crafting these playlists and sharing music with you is always a pleasure. With exciting new projects and more great tunes on the horizon, there’s plenty to look forward to. Stay tuned, and until next time, keep exploring the music that moves you.
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