Reykjavik’s Pale Moon Endure a Sunny “Exile” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. The title of Pale Moon’s debut single alludes to their nomadic origins. While the Icelandic duo has not been formally removed from any place, they have traveled quite a lot; Natasha Sushchenko is originally from Russia while Árni Gudjonsson was born and raised on the verdant arctic island. They met in Spain and … Continue reading
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Monarchy wipe the slate clean in “Back to the Start” video Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. There are always moments that make us wish we could just start over—in romance, at work, or even after a rough argument with friends. But what would that really look like? Leeloo in Fifth Element or Lucy in 50 First Dates? Dance pop duo Monarchy … Continue reading
Alexander Vincent reveals delicate cover of Bjork’s “Unravel” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. When I first got into Bjork, I was an underclassman in high school. My life felt neatly put together—I had a schedule and a routine, as well as a part-time job and a clear path to college. I couldn’t relate to the Icelandic singer’s well-loved single ‘Unravel’, but … Continue reading
Argentinian-American artist Crow took time to perfect new single “Go” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. The tale of Crow’s new electro-pop single ‘Go’ is fraught. Its release is a relief for the Argentinian-American artist, who puts everything she has into her music. Heavy-hitting production defines her sound; her unique persistence sets her apart. Though she has been active in the local … Continue reading
Day Wave teams up with Jai Wolf for a soft new single “Your Way” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. It’s either Jai Wolf’s new single—or it’s the highway. Known as “Your Way,” the track is yet another indication of the Bangladeshi artist’s pivot to indie rock; his new record will be a splendid compilation of influences and collaborators. Read more. Jai … Continue reading
Need encouragement? Turn to Hydromag’s new single “When I Try” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Is spring here yet? All of my fellow Angelenos will agree that the cold weather has overstayed its welcome, but at least we can pretend that the sunshine licks our skin thanks to the latest single from Hydromag. It is a sunny yacht rock tune with … Continue reading
Beware the “Thieves” of SAÍGO’s Moody New Single Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. As far as local artists go, SAÍGO may be one of the most thoughtful. Each message he conveys means something personally and is capable of fostering a dialogue across a myriad subjects. His newest single is a collaboration with DAYO called “Thieves,” but the only thing it means to steal is your … Continue reading
Read between the fuzz of Memory Keepers’ new release Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. The new record from Memory Keepers is the second from the Austin duo in a year, and they promise it won’t be the last. Which is a good thing, since these tracks feel like they are sprinting out of frame, like Road Runner off to trick Wile … Continue reading
Wiggle Along to Scott Gilmore’s New Two Roomed Motel LP, Release Party March 4 at Zebulon Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Scott Gilmore is a local musician whose style will twist your mind into soft pretzels, complete with mustard smothered over the whole thing. It is a combination of tastes—fun glitches meet cool synthwave—and is some of the freshest sounds in LA’s electronica scene. Read … Continue reading
D Fine Us copes with our post-truth era via debut blues single Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Before 2008, the term “post-truth” had referred to the nonsensical rhetoric of the Bush administration; however, Oxford Dictionaries mark the first recorded use of the phrase in The Nation in 1992, via an essay that criticized the handling of American gaffes over several decades. … Continue reading
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