BVRGER’s disappearing act comes to fruition on “Cooper” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. There is a beautiful irony to understanding our place in the universe. The vast expanse of space can make our thoughts turn inward, only to realize that our lives barely register in the scale of history. A similar epiphany led BVRGER to write “Cooper,” his new single and … Continue reading
L.A. Foster spills the truth, despite how forlorn it makes her. Source: SoundCloud / L.A. FOSTER Continue reading
I used to think of Reservoir as a closed work. When Gordi inevitably puts out another fully formed LP, I imagine it will live in a related world, but her debut feels insular. Well, at least that’s how I felt before I listened to the EP of stripped down singles, titled Beneath the Reservoir. “Something Like This” is vast and another favorite, “Heaven I Know” feels like a … Continue reading
The battlecry from Blick Bassy known as “Ngwa” grows slowly until its brutal finale. Notice that ferns take root where the world ends. Continue reading
Elastic bass and spirited vocals bring home the funky “Upsidown,” from Hips’ new Swoon EP. Source: SoundCloud / Hips Continue reading
Hush Pup illustrate their ethereal single, “The Hours,” with a friendly, floral palette. Continue reading
Sal Dulu’s new single breathes slowly, meditating on itself. Source: SoundCloud / Sal Dulu Continue reading
I’ve been dragging my feet in sharing the latest release from Bels Lontano, but let me tell you, it is well worth the anticipation. “Citadel” is a particularly glitchy number, with enough crashes and pointed melodies to lose perspective. The rest of the EP fills in the gaps, with more fluid action on “Florid Entanglements” and decidedly the opposite on “Tumbleweed,” with no love lost between them. Listen … Continue reading
Do we need a reason to dance? Well, Haiku Hands didn’t really ask—it’s a dare. Dare You Not To Dance by Haiku Hands Continue reading
If you are looking for a short release to cry to, give ada belle a shot. It is the three-track EP from a. harlana, and though upon first listen I couldn’t quite decipher the lyrics, I felt my heart grow weary. Source: SoundCloud / icantwaitforsummer Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 