Emily Gold and Friends Find Themselves Drawn into the Funnel of Love Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. When special moments happen live at concerts, it can feel like magic. Last February, the Galentine’s Day show at the Hi Hat was the setting for a particularly magical collaboration between Emily Gold, Lauren Ruth Ward, and Sarsten Noice. The trio (along with Gold’s band) covered Wanda Jackson’s … Continue reading
Super 8 footage adds nostalgia to Coleman Zurkowski’s latest single
Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Coleman Zurkowski’s latest LP is a brilliant meditation on silence. Called ZERO, the work is resplendent in drawn-out brass notes and various ambient hiccups. Featuring an orchestra comprised of harp, clarinet, and piano, it conjures a curious yet ominous aura. If you look at the tracklist, the record counts down from ‘9’, but ‘0’ is far … Continue reading Super 8 footage adds nostalgia to Coleman Zurkowski’s latest single
John Cathal O’Brien met his end in his attempt to avoid dusk, following the sunshine until he walked right off the edge of the earth. Look forward to the Irishman’s forthcoming album, where fans will find “Sun Followers” among other bright folk tracks. Source: SoundCloud / John Cathal O'Brien Continue reading
Hindustani melodies meet deep techno production on Otm Shank’s new cut, “Kaida.” Source: SoundCloud / Pinkturban Continue reading
You can count on Amethysts to be there Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. English duo Amethysts have returned with a brand new video for their recent single, “Be There,” featuring bandmates Clarice and Simon in low lights, expressing heartache in their glances. The band may have an affinity for violets, but this song is decidedly colder, referencing blues in the lyrics … Continue reading
October’s Child Erupts in New Video for “Lava” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Volcanoes are part of a subset of natural wonders that can become natural disasters in an instant. Luckily, there are many ways to predict an eruption, so rarely is it a total surprise, unless you just weren’t paying attention. The latest single from October’s Child proves that they’re paying attention, even if the … Continue reading
LA’s Saigo has always written about complex emotions, and “Neither” is no exception. In his own words: “‘Neither’ was written about the peril of idealizing those we admire, and how we magnify the inevitable disappointment. We are in the process of renewal, redrawing the borders of our societal grey areas, tearing down the glossy posters of our false saints and fallen idols.” Source: SoundCloud / SAÍGO Continue reading
The infectious spirit of Oz permeates everything Middle Kids touch, including blurry band practice shown in their video for “Mistake.” Lost Friends by Middle Kids Continue reading
Expect a delayed drop on this neo-classical number from Marcioz. Source: SoundCloud / bitbird Continue reading
Orchestral Pop group Freedom Baby grows up with their new EP
Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. On their new EP, Freedom Baby analyze anxiety, and manage to find the light at the end of the tunnel. The band is a nine-piece orchestral pop group, affectionately called “ork pop,” led by partners Eric and Brianna. The duo initially set out to make music that relied more on synths than glockenspiels, but something about … Continue reading Orchestral Pop group Freedom Baby grows up with their new EP
Sawdust & Gin 