Somasu has just released a new EP, From the Water, with as much abstract influence in his lyrics as can be found in the cover art. All the vibes on this tape are positive, a pleasant change of pace from the weight of most rap that comes out in our politically charged times. Listen to the smooth “Gabi” above, but tune into the rest of the … Continue reading

Ought’s Tim Darcy Pushes New Boundaries on Solo LP, Saturday Night

Read the full interview on Grimy Goods.  Drawing from his deep reservoir of talent, Tim Darcy is a Renaissance man by any estimation. He is best known as the lead singer for the Montreal-based rock band, Ought, whose last album came out two years ago. It was around this time that Darcy began the process of writing for his debut solo record, Saturday Night, out … Continue reading Ought’s Tim Darcy Pushes New Boundaries on Solo LP, Saturday Night

Everything about HDLSS appears to suggest gothic influences, but darkness is noticeably absent from the music they create. The duo, comprised of Far and Wolfy, calls their sound “nocturnal pop,” aware of the dissonance they’ve created; they actively add to it by writing about issues that can make some audiences uncomfortable. “Colonizer,” after all, refers to the gentrifiers that erase the cultural identity of the very … Continue reading