The dramatic drops everyone’s met before- friend of a friend of a raver- but with a more elegant delivery. Not entirely sure if this moniker is permanent, but given the Confederate flag has been put through the ringer as of late, I would imagine not. May the Confederacy be put to rest soon, and may it rest in agony.  Source: SoundCloud / STONEWALL KLAXON Continue reading

Oh, and let’s not forget this Laura Marling video, which features Hackman! They’re buddies. Marling’s Short Movie was also another top release this year. “Strange” is another completely unique take on songwriting, something that Marling seems to re-invent as she goes. Continue reading

My new favorite person, Marika Hackman, released her debut full-length album earlier this year. I’m pining for it to be in my top ten of the year. “Animal Fear” was a particular joy. The video features Laura Marling on bass, a previous holder of the favorite person title. Continue reading