Gidon Schocken – “Sunn” feat. Afik Doari
The downtempo beats on “Sunn” seem to go in reverse, as if possessed by the same spirit that holds the dancer in the accompanying music video. Continue reading Gidon Schocken – “Sunn” feat. Afik Doari
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mxmtoon – “Quiet Motions”
Listening during the COVID-19 self-quarantine certainly tacks on some extra meaning to the latest from mxmtoon, but that doesn’t detract from its universal listenability. The Bay area musician is right after all—it is nice to be by yourself, when you need it. Continue reading mxmtoon – “Quiet Motions”
Grant – “Wishes” feat. McCall
It’s been a year since Grant released “Wishes,” a track that eventually became the title track to his debut EP. As a beautiful, wispy pop tune, it stands the test of time. Source: SoundCloud / Grant Continue reading Grant – “Wishes” feat. McCall
Frida Sundemo – “Anything”
Loyal electronic proclamation. Continue reading Frida Sundemo – “Anything”
Half Waif – “In August”
Half Waif Guides Us Through the Seasons on New Single “In August” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. During this quarantine, it will be difficult to keep track of time. In the short-term, it might also mean the inadvertent end to relationships that came with the routines we have now abandoned—I’ll personally miss my usual barista and the commuters I see every morning on the train. … Continue reading Half Waif – “In August”
Diet Cig – “Thriving”
Diet Cig Is “Thriving,” Thanks For Asking Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. In case you were wondering, Diet Cig is doing great. On their new single, lead singer Alex Luciano is almost too eager to convince us of that fact. “Thriving” is the second cut from the band’s forthcoming record, Do You Wonder About Me?, due out May 1 on Frenchkiss Records. They will be … Continue reading Diet Cig – “Thriving”
Debut LP From Polartropica is a ‘Dream Come True’
Photo by Olivia Hemaratanatorn Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. The title of Polartropica’s debut album, due out tomorrow and available to stream below, makes clear where the local artist is in her career. Across the 10 tracks of Dreams Come True, and spanning all the songs, videos, and shows that have come before, Polartropica is bursting at the seams with joy and encouragement. And it … Continue reading Debut LP From Polartropica is a ‘Dream Come True’
talker – “Suck Up”
talker’s New Single Sorts Through Her Identities—Celebrate the New EP March 8 at the Bootleg Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. It’s hard to find yourself. talker has experienced her fair share of growing pains; her new song, “Suck Up,” co-written and produced with Dan Sadin, releases all the pent-up frustration that comes with self-exploration. Perhaps in spite of the lyrics, the guitars are confident and … Continue reading talker – “Suck Up”
U.S. Girls – “4 American Dollars”
U.S. Girls Proclaim the Value of an American Dollar Alongside Heavy Light LP Announcement Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Toronto’s U.S. Girls, aka musician and producer Meg Remy, is back with two new songs cut from a new album, Heavy Light. The upbeat energy of “4 American Dollars” and “Overtime” adds a new layer to the rich storytelling that fans have come to expect. U.S. … Continue reading U.S. Girls – “4 American Dollars”
Wargirl – “Dancing Gold”
Dance Along With Wargirl Until You’re Golden — New Song “Dancing Gold” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. That steady drum isn’t in your head, it’s coming from Wargirl’s single, “Dancing Gold,” which will appear on their upcoming LP. The local group infuses lo-fi garage rock with deep funk grooves for a nearly psychedelic experience; the brand new track also features a carnal battlecry to simply … Continue reading Wargirl – “Dancing Gold”
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