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
Soft Streak declare it’s better late than never on new Late Bloomer EP
Originally appeared on the 405; view archived article here. Self-discovery takes time. Society pressures us into finding a skill while we’re young and perfecting it until we are some iteration of “successful.” But that’s not how it works; the lucky ones will find their passion early, but it is another task entirely to secure the resources to pursue it. Then there are the late bloomers, … Continue reading Soft Streak declare it’s better late than never on new Late Bloomer EP
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
The Many Lives of Son House, the Father of Delta Blues
Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Vintage Gold is an occasional segment that honors the greats of yesterday; in February, we honored Black musicians for Black History Month. Among the many iconic music moments on the documentary It Might Get Loud, Jack White’s favorite song stands out. He wordlessly pulls a twelve inch record out of a dusty sleeve and places the needle onto the wax. … Continue reading The Many Lives of Son House, the Father of Delta Blues
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
talker Embraces Her Haunted Side on New Horror Films EP
Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Local songwriter Celeste Tauchar earned her stripes touring with bands like Frenship, but has proven her independent prowess with her new EP as talker. The leading singles were a good indication of what was to come, and the full release packs a punch. … “Show me your haunted side and I’ll show you mine,” Tauchar taunts in the title track. Much … Continue reading talker Embraces Her Haunted Side on New Horror Films EP
Catch a glimpse of Maya Spectra’s “Cerulean Eyes” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Is there a new word for “art pop” yet? Since that Gaga record, it feels wrong to use it to label some of today’s most eccentric artists. Those unfamiliar with Maya Spectra should know immediately that their brand of pop explores some dark alleys of experimental production. Guitars … Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 