A young Mason (Ellar Coltrane) lies on his back and stares blissfully above; there is no narration or insight into his thoughts. His motive is unclear, but he offers a look of inspired contemplation. The moment then simply passes, and he moves on. This is a film not akin to other melodrama filled, coming-of-age narratives. … Continue reading
It’s holiday season and Bey is telling us to turn the lights out. Anthemic track. Christmas wishes to all, and happy New Year! Continue reading
30. Rhye – Woman 2013’s most sensual album came courtesy of Rhye, a duo comprising of singer Milosh and producer Robin Hannibal. From the first track, the excellent “Open”, the listener is treated to lush sounds and breezy, effortless vocal work. The jazz-influenced, R&B sound is complemented by subtle synth additions, and culminates into one … Continue reading
In convenient list form. Kanye West and Vampire Weekend find themselves well represented in the track list, and the accolades will likely follow as the two are the likely top two in the albums list. Looking back at my predictions, it seems ridiculous that I excluded Drake (a Pitchfork favourite), and judging from this list, … Continue reading
The simple but effective house/dance-punk tune released by artist The Juan Maclean is a classic DFA track. Accompanying an ordinary set of lyrics with a stuttering, building beat, it never wears its welcome, even after 8 minutes. Continue reading
The standout track off the solid new album, is a disorienting, sprawling, mess of a tune. But that renders it no less beautiful and epic. Isolation marks the track, but yearns for grandiose pastures. Continue reading
(The following is our prediction for the Pitchfork Media’s ‘Top Albums of 2013′. Note that these are only predictions and are not their actual results, however, when those are finally published, we will post a convenient list version of their ‘Top 50 Albums of 2013′ for easier viewing. This is also not our Top Albums … Continue reading
The excellent lead single off her debut album is definitely her most poppy and accessible track off the record. While nothing matches the near perfect “Everything is Embarrassing”, “I Blame Myself” and this track are proof that she has not let up in creating some of the year’s best pop songs. Continue reading
FIFA have always had a knack for choosing a soundtrack that not only appealed to listeners, but helped them to find music they would not have found elsewhere. This German highlight is a prime example of this, and stands as one of my favourites from the latest installment. Continue reading
After building slowly, the track sets off and never really lets you go. Make sure you have headphones in on this track, absolute banger. Continue reading
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