Alongside his other new release, New Slaves, it is clear that his follow up to one of the most accomplished albums since the turn of the century, has him once again changing up the game. The production is very different to his old, soulful samples and now incorporate strong electronic/dubstep influences. “Black Skinhead” is loud … Continue reading »
From the impressive debut by the young English synthpop/new wave artist, Charli XCX takes the sounds re-inspired lately by fellow females Grimes and Sky Ferreira, and allows a dark, bubbling synths to envelope her soaring, poppy vocals. A clear highlight, this is one of the catchiest pop songs of the year. Continue reading »
In a year of big name releases (My Bloody Valentine, Vampire Weekend, Arcade Fire, Kanye), this is likely the most anticipated album of the year. Leaked a week early (if you get this, please do buy the album later!), this is one of the standout tracks off a sound album. Listen as soon as possible. Continue reading »
A highlight off the new consistently sound and impressive album by Mikal Cronin, MCII, this track backs his vocal with an insanely catchy guitar riff and chorus. Summer music. Continue reading »
The excellent single off the upcoming third album, Modern Vampires of the City by the always impressive Vampire Weekend, has a backdrop utilizing Pachelbel’s Canon, and clever lyricism to create a sophisticated, pop gem. Has some standout lyrics, “Your girl was in Berkeley with her Communist reader, mine was entombed within boombox and walkman”, and “Stale conversation deserves but a … Continue reading »
The new free mixtape (via Consequence of Sound) is an accomplished collection of tracks, and DEFINITELY worth a listen as there is no doubt he will blow up soon. Danny Brown, Kanye and Kendrick are all mentioned frequently when trying to describe his style and there is really no higher compliment in the hip hop … Continue reading »
The excellent closer off the incredibly sound new album by the alternative country band accompanies a melodic vocal with perky, bustling guitar. One of the highlights off the record, give it a go if you like country music. (Sorry for the terrible Spotify embed, this is the only version I could find and it doesn’t … Continue reading »
