New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This edition includes records from the last couple months, including new releases from electronic artists Nightmares On Wax and Nicolas Jaar (Against All Logic), new Bay area hip-hop quartet SOB x RBE and the highly … Continue reading New Music Roundup: February
The sophomore effort from Santa Barbara duo The Shorelines is another psych rock triumph that finds a comfortable medium between surf and space.
Alongside all the laughs and jokes, Al Cameron is an artist with a penchant for crafting undeniably infectious songs.
New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This edition includes a variety of hip-hop releases, including Evidence, Migos and Maxo Kream, the latest from California singer-songwriter Ty Segall, and the new record from folk-pop duo First Aid Kit. Evidence - Weather or … Continue reading New Music Roundup: January
Last August, on a podcast episode of Song Exploder, St. Vincent, formally known as Annie Clark, fondly recalled the creation of the lead single for her new album, "New York". In speaking about the song, she quoted, “It's the first song I've written that I thought, 'Oh this might be someone's favorite song.' I've never had … Continue reading St. Vincent – Masseduction
"I know I got the best album out, preach."
New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from BROCKHAMPTON, Charli XCX, Travis Scott and Quavo. and more. Brockhampton - Saturation III BROCKHAMPTON's third release in just over six months fulfills one of the most prolific short … Continue reading New Music Roundup: December
Kelela, a second generation Ethiopian-American, stealthily asserted her way on the music scene in 2013. I remember getting hip to her music around 2014 while scouring Spotify’s many playlists for new deep cuts to add to my ever growing playlist. Kelela’s musical roots are influenced by the styles of popular UK genres including grime, house, … Continue reading Kelela – Take Me Apart
At only 23 years of age, Archy Marshall has made a name for himself in music circles across the world despite his modest catalog. The ambitious London based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer has developed a unique blend of jazz infused punk rock that features elements of trip-hop. Since his humble beginnings of recording under … Continue reading King Krule – The OOZ
When people think of Paramore, they’ll probably associate with them in one of two ways, the emo punk-rock band who made a name for themselves in the early 2000’s with their alternative, Warped Tour vibes, or as the pop-rock band with super catchy hooks and cheerful sound. Needless to say, this Tennessee originated band has … Continue reading Paramore – After Laughter
Best known for their breezy smash, summer-hit, “Pumped Up Kicks”, Foster the People have done it again with a heavy hitting record. The Los Angeles group is led by a musician who grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. Mark Foster credits the ultimate California band, The Beach Boys, with first piquing his interest in music and … Continue reading Foster the People – Sacred Hearts Club
P.O.S. (Stefon Alexander) is one of the founding members of the Minneapolis-based hip-hop collective known as Doomtree. The group is well-known as one of the most staunchly independent groups, and they formed their own record label and publisher (Doomtree Records and Doomtree Press, respectively) in the 2000s. With each successive release, P.O.S. gained more momentum … Continue reading P.O.S – Chill, dummy
New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from Angel Olsen, Chris Stapleton, Jaden Smith and more. Angel Olsen - Phases Angel Olsen's Phases is a collection of b-sides and unused tracks from the past few years of recording. … Continue reading New Music Roundup: November
After numerous rapper-producer collaborative albums, North Carolina born beat maker L'Orange is back with his latest solo effort The Ordinary Man. Released on one of hip-hop's favorite record labels, Mello Music Group, his new project is another sample heavy tribute to old film and radio, a smooth orchestration of beats and bars, and perhaps his most accomplished … Continue reading L’Orange – The Ordinary Man
New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from King Krule, Lil Uzi Vert, Open Mike Eagle and more. Alex Lahey - I Love You Like A Brother A lot of the appeal in punk-pop and alternative … Continue reading New Music Roundup: October
Rapsody is very much a 'rapper's rapper'. Over the past few years she's been steadily gaining lots of praise from her peers for her prowess as an MC, even though until this year, she had yet to come out with a fully realized album. I think there's been a number of factors that have played … Continue reading Rapsody – Laila’s Wisdom
In a world where everybody is so passionate about stating and defending their opinions online, there aren't many people, let alone artists, that are tackling present day situations as humorously and entertainingly as Alex Cameron. On his second studio album, Forced Witness, the Australian singer-songwriter comes through with a daring artistic statement that is strangely irresistible. … Continue reading Alex Cameron – Forced Witness
Behind all the goofiness lies a guy who not only has slick guitar skills, but is also deeply passionate about the craft that goes into being an artist.
With a voice so delicate and enchanting, the live results are scary good.
Their already majestic aura ascended into what seemed like another universe, specially created for their performance.
New music roundups are a monthly recap dedicated to covering the latest music in a series of short, descriptive reviews. This month’s edition includes new releases from Alvvays, Daniel Caesar, Neil Young and more. Action Bronson - Blue Chips 7000 Action Bronson is back with his follow up to 2015's Mr. Wonderful, a project that had … Continue reading New Music Roundup: September
Tyler, The Creator's major label debut Flower Boy is a beautifully composed hip-hop record that utilizes elements of modern rap with R&B, funk and soul music, along with an array of talented guests that enhance the album's lush aesthetic. I've always seen Tyler as a talented hip-hop artist that - aside from a handful of decent … Continue reading Tyler, The Creator – Flower Boy
The Los Angeles duo is currently touring off of the 10 year anniversary of their classic debut album, Below the Heavens.
Wisconsin rapper and producer Milo has a knack for the abstract. His Bandcamp bio reads "I convert and translate", which is about as direct as he will ever be. Active since 2010, he has recently become one of alternative hip-hop's most beloved acts, frequently collaborating with the likes of rappers such as Open Mike Eagle and … Continue reading Milo – Who Told You To Think??!!?!?!?!
In just two short years, Chris Stapleton has quickly become one of country music's biggest stars. Traveller (2015) proved to be his big breakthrough, boasting tracks like "Tennessee Whiskey" and "Parachute", songs that embodied his free spirit and were also wildly successful on a commercial level. His second studio album marks a significant artistic progression; From A Room: … Continue reading Chris Stapleton – From A Room: Volume 1
Big Thief's newest record Capacity has been widely acclaimed, earning rave reviews from Pitchfork, Rolling Stone and just about every other publication that gave it the time of day. This was my introduction to the Brooklyn quartet, and after spending just a short while with their music, it's easy to hear where the group feels most at home. Lead-singer … Continue reading Big Thief – Capacity
On her sophomore solo record, Asian-American singer and producer, Michelle Zauner has come through with a formidable collection of songs that are less sophisticated in context and subject matter, but more profound in ambience and texture. Soft Sounds From Another Planet blends dreamy vocals with hazy and druggy production to create a reverb-heavy, dream-pop and shoegaze … Continue reading Japanese Breakfast – Soft Sounds From Another Planet
There isn't a lot left to say that hasn't already been written, tweeted or reported about JAY-Z's new album 4:44, the impeccable, late-career defining record from one of Brooklyn's finest. After a 4-year layoff, "Hov" is back with a new album that in a matter of weeks has already gone (fake) platinum, coincided with the birth … Continue reading JAY-Z – 4:44
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