It's 2025 and you still haven't heard the best indie album of 2026? Gosh dang, at least you can find it in the comment below.

Want your name on the next Western Jaguar album? I'm expanding my email community to create a lasting space beyond socials. To do this, I'm offering rewards to those who share and invite friends who would enjoy the music. Get your unique referral code here: westernjaguar.substack.com/leaderboard

2026 is the year I finally accept that source sounds matter more than mixing technique.

ICYMI: CD's are still cool and in stock on Bandcamp Only 20 remaining. Only 25 getting made. Don't miss it: westernjaguar.bandcamp.com/album/kaleid...

ICYMI: CD's are still cool and in stock on Bandcamp Only 20 remaining. Only 25 getting made. Don't miss it: westernjaguar.bandcamp.com/album/kaleid...

I'm thrilled to share that "Kaleidoscope" is now available on CD! Pre-orders are now open with shipping beginning on Jan. 15th CD version includes both bonus tracks and is limited to just 25 total. If I do decide to do more in the future they will have slight art variations and NO BONUS TRACKS!

Making music is just like a puzzle except instead of using pieces you’re using sounds

Happy New Year! If you're subscribed to the mail list... I just sent you a big update 😱

For me, 2025 will always be remembered as the year of Kaleidoscope. How will you remember 2025?

Finding posts on here can feel like a needle in a haystack... so why not join the WJFanClub email list? Get messages directly from me weekly and never miss what's going on with this project! Big end of the year update dropping tomorrow as well! - westernjaguar.substack.com

The self-doubt is so real when starting a new album project. I always feel I need to elevate from what I’ve done prior which always leaves me so unsure of every move I make at the beginning of making something new. Anyone else struggle with this “overthinking”?

Sorry buddy but no, you are not a musician in the slightest

Sometimes the coolest gifts are ones you would never think of yourself. My wife rocks. These rock. Music rocks. I guess I gotta make a physical for Kaleidoscope now, huh? 🤔

Just got off the phone with the big guy (Santa) and he told me that everyone who hasn’t listened to my new album, Kaleidoscope, is getting coal for Christmas 🎄 Don’t worry, you still got time to change your fate. The links below ⬇️

Cool experiment: I stopped posting for a month and lost 70% of my listeners on all streaming platforms 👍 So… are breaks illegal now or?

Feeling very unmusical lately. Life’s been crazy the last month and music has been the last thing on my mind. Also, it’s been a hectic year for this project with release after release! I think taking some time to breathe isn’t a bad thing. You can’t force what’s not there!

Soundtoys literally making the music producers advent calendar was not on my bingo list but I sure will take it! Today’s FREE plug-in is Echo Boy Jr.!! Insane. Make sure you’re keeping up with this fellow music producers!!!

A big thank you to Groove Art Universe for this incredible review of “Kaleidoscope” - a perfect encapsulation of this record that feels as though it was pulled right from my own head. Support great music writing and check it out! grooveartuniverse.com/westernjagua...

I’ve officially been sick for two weeks and I am over it

If you could give yourself one “musical superpower” what would it be? For me, id love to be a “one-take wonder” where I nailed everything as soon as I hit record… god, it would save me hours haha 🤣

Had to do a double take this morning when I saw this… Only 1 Bandcamp purchase away from 4️⃣0️⃣ on “Kaleidoscope” The support for this album has been wild! I’ve got about 20 songs on the go right now so hopefully won’t be too long a wait for more WJ tunes 🤗

Wherever you’ve been listening to the Jag this year (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Bandcamp, somewhere else) - know I appreciate you all immensely. It’s been the best year for this project ever and I cannot wait to see where this thing continues to take me. Love yall 🩷

I know I’ve been kinda MIA for the past week but I have been so sick… and I continue to be so sick. 🤒 Maybe if you listen to some of my music it’ll send me some good vibes… 🥣

Pitchforks top albums of the year lists are usually bad but their Top 50 this year is truly horrifyingly bad lol

ICYMI: My merch shop is back! Big changes coming in the New Year, so grab current designs now so you don't miss them! Use code JAGUAR10 for 10% off and if you buy Vacationland or Oblivion on CD, I'll include the other for free! Visit: westernjaguarmusic.square.site/merch

Which song of yours is the most slept-on? For me, it's this one from my album Vacationland. The long ambient intro might deter some, but it’s a personal and emotional favorite. Fun fact: I recorded it in my parents' walk-in closet while they were away on vacation! song.link/s/7cFOa8nr6O...

What’s something you used to care about in music that you absolutely don’t anymore? For me, it's gear. Like, I still buy new gear, but I used to tell myself "oh, getting this gear will make me this much better." Gear is just a tool, not a solution to issues!

People: No one makes any cool music anymore Me: Did you check the comment below this post?

I know this may be controversial, but I bought an UA Apollo a few months ago to upgrade my studio and folks I gotta be honest, I absolutely hate it 😮‍💨

2 years ago, with help from my friend @onlythehost , my album Oblivion was remixed by a wide array of homies! It turned out to be one of the coolest projects I’ve ever been a part of. A great example of the talent that exists in this community! Listen: album.link/s/1pwbFB7mah...

Need a soundtrack to your Sunday? Why not check out some of the best new music released the past few weeks! Now hopefully your chores will be a little more enjoyable. open.spotify.com/playlist/6fO...

Hold on haha does this mean Maine is the official state of Western Jaguar? I think so!

This week’s @lonelyghostrecords.com playlist is live and it features songs from @emway608.bsky.social @oldphonela.bsky.social @griefeaterisaband.bsky.social @gaymeat.bsky.social @gladiephilly.bsky.social @westernjaguar.bandcamp.com @theweakdays.bsky.social +more. *Links in the replies

As another weekend draws near, just know that if you need something new for a drive / gym sesh / sad walk — Kaleidoscope is there for you. I listened on my walk yesterday and I am still so proud of this thing. If you can find half an hour this weekend for it, I have no doubts you will dig it!

Being a musician in 2025 is really being a content creator who occasionally makes music 😮‍💨

Ask me anything about my new album, Kaleidoscope. — writing, production, the rollout, string gauge, preferred drink while mixing, whatever. I’ll answer as many as I can. Now is the time!

Looking for a little mid-week playlist pick me up featuring some amazing new indie music? Look no further, you've found it. Spin it now 📀 Am I missing your new tune? Listen, Save and Drop it below because I always NEED NEW MUSIC (lol if ya know ya know) open.spotify.com/playlist/6fO...

“(Kaleidoscope) offers an immersive experience of indie music at its most emotive and adventurous.” The first (and maybe only) review for Kaleidoscope! Always so thankful whenever someone takes the time to write about this music! 🎶 Check it out: www.thomathyentertainment.com/2025/11/west...

I’m still trying to wrap my head around the fact this album is actually out in the world and so many people have listened to it already... over 21,000 across all platforms. If you’ve listened, thank you. If you haven't, 21,000 people cannot be wrong, right? album.link/western_jagu...

Unfortunately, I don't think there's gonna be a tour for Kaleidoscope... that being said, it doesn't mean I can't put together a tour setlist for what I would be performing if that were the case. Here it is, the official Kaleidoscope World Tour Live Show Setlist.

Unfortunately, I don't think there's gonna be a tour for Kaleidoscope... that being said, it doesn't mean I can't put together a tour setlist for what I would be performing if that were the case. Here it is, the official Kaleidoscope World Tour Live Show Setlist.

Reverie/Breathing Space almost didn’t make the album. I wrote it right after my wife and I moved to our new house while half my gear was still in boxes. For a while it felt unfinished and underdeveloped, but in the end, that's kinda what drew me to it.

New week / Same mission I’m trying to get as many people as possible to hear my new moody indie rock album. I can only reach so many, so if you dig it, tag a friend who’d vibe with the shoegazy/dream-pop feels. Always down to meet new homies through music! album.link/western_jagu...

Being an indie musician is actually being a: songwriter, producer, engineer, designer, video editor, social media manager, marketer, booking agent, merch designer, accountant, data analyst, roadie, therapist for yourself… did I miss anything?

The great indie tunes just never stop! Here’s a collection of some of the BEST NEW INDIE MUSIC you might have missed! Ft. @theexohs.bsky.social @aleutians.bsky.social @safariroom.bsky.social @lastdaysofrome.bsky.social and more!

For #newmusicfriday, I wanted to share an artist I discovered here on Bluesky! @westernjaguar.bandcamp.com just released an album and I highly recommend it if you like indie rock/dream pop. My favorite is "Little Self-Indulgent", go listen to it and support people doing cool things!

Got on here just to say I'm #NowPlaying #Kaleidoscope by @westernjaguar.bandcamp.com and it's incredible so listen wherever you listen to music. Slow Death and Hornets are today's favorites.

My baby is officially one week old! Trust me, it still has that new album smell you’re all looking for! Thanks to everyone who has made this first week so memorable. And if you have yet to listen… well, I think it’s definitely worth some time of yours! (Link below 👇)

So semi-good news for my American friends! 🇺🇸 I have discovered that CD's, Cassettes and Stickers are EXEMPT from Tariff charges. Therefore, I have added stickers to Bandcamp for purchase! And, on my website, shipping has been adjusted for B-Stock Cassettes and CD's from $15 down to $7.50 (CAD)

Links and Images are reach killers so I'm just gonna tell you I have a new album out and It's kinda like indie rock/shoe gaze/dream pop and it kinda sounds like Foals, M83, The Wombats and Death Cab and if you search Western Jaguar Kaleidoscope online you could find maybe find it, idk, try it