Francine Thirteen accepts a sexual sacrament on new single “Communion” Originally appeared on the 405. Enigmatic Dallas-based musician Francine Thirteen has just released a new single that builds on her well-established ritual pop background. She uses her music to explore taboos using a religious tapestry, and wholly subverting it. With ‘Communion’, she begins a new chapter, where she will embrace totems and sacred sexuality. You can … Continue reading
If you’re ever feeling as low as KC Maloney on his single “Del Mar,” listen to Adaline, the angel on your shoulder. Source: SoundCloud / Plug Research Continue reading
While his vocals are markedly different from Justin Vernon’s, I can’t help but remember my love for For Emma while watching S. Carey’s music video for “More I See.” The snow probably has a lot to do with it, but there’s also an abundance of warmth of heart. Continue reading
Embrace your worst impulses with Michete on “Stupid Girl”
Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Seattle rapper Michete has a new anthem for all the ladies out there who make instantly regrettable decisions. The track, ‘Stupid Girl’, appears on the trans artist’s latest album, Cool Tricks 3—her third record in three years. She’s become a cult favourite in the northwest, having collaborated with Shamir and opened for CupcakKe, just to name … Continue reading Embrace your worst impulses with Michete on “Stupid Girl”
Pastoral folktronica. Source: SoundCloud / Jamison Isaak Continue reading
This lo-fi track from Fine Points has a good chance of drawing blood. Continue reading
Scott Orr sings with such delicate yearning, it may make you second-guess going off the grid. Unplug at your own risk. Source: SoundCloud / Other Songs Continue reading
Sang Froyd has begun his own label Integrated Circuit Records, and Fadi is one of his first signees. Listen to his split single The Duel here. Source: SoundCloud / Integrated Circuit Records Continue reading
Finding your home may mean carving a niche out of rigid social constructs; don’t let that stop you from finding comfort and safety. Source: SoundCloud / Everything by Electricity Continue reading
After many months of anticipation, Ukiyo finally released his Fantasy EP. I wrote about the slick single, “Something Like This,” which was a good indication of Ukiyo’s skills with production, including the subtle jam, “Drive.” Listen in full on Soundcloud. Source: SoundCloud / Ukiyo Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 