Straight from the Golden State, cosmic rock trio Triptides craft kaleidoscopic melodies that channel Sixties West Coast psychedelia with a forward-looking twist. With a 16-year discography under their belt, the threepiece has built a body of work that combines laid-back jams with expansive soundscapes. Their latest EP, Night Shift, traverses sun-soaked rhythms and retro folk, guided through fuzzy, reverb-laden clouds by lead singer Glenn Brigman’s airy vocals. Each hypnotic track unfolds with nostalgic fervor and shimmering instrumentation, effortlessly shifting between nimble textures and cinematic bursts. Time stretches and bends, and every note hints at a pulse you can’t quite place, but want to follow anyway. – Miranda Garza
