The winter season is always a good time to show appreciation for friends and loved ones, like Tow’rs does in “Revere.” Source: Bandcamp Continue reading
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Brooklyn Duo Via Intercom Explore Subtleties of Youth on New LP
Photo credit: Kaiya Gordon Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Being young is so confusing. We don’t realize it’s happening until it’s gone, then we’re left with a series of memories and far too many regrets for such a short period of time, relative to the rest of our lives. It is our most formative time, and though we all have unique experiences, … Continue reading Brooklyn Duo Via Intercom Explore Subtleties of Youth on New LP
“Happy Illusions” is an outstretched, pastoral track, and the video aptly makes Mother Nature its own character. Listen to this and more on Lavender Child’s new Reflections EP, out now. Continue reading
Gain a fresh perspective with Odessey & Oracle’s new album, Speculatio
Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. Speculatio boasts a melting pot of influences, maintaining its heavy flutes and harps while introducing beeps and hums that change the album’s perspective. Even with my limited knowledge of French, it is evident that motifs in the lyrics also tie into the conspicuously psychedelic instrumentation. The story on this concept album is bookended with goddesses and … Continue reading Gain a fresh perspective with Odessey & Oracle’s new album, Speculatio
The Stranger published a beautiful piece about Katherine Paul, aka Black Belt Eagle Scout, delving into the personal stories behind her newest record, Mother of My Children, as well as the impact of the music itself, which is evidently profound, given the single, “Indians Never Die.” Paul herself is part of the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, and she has said of the track: “It’s a call … Continue reading
Sorrowful acoustic optimism. Source: SoundCloud / HarryPaneMusic Continue reading
Strums and harmonies awaken the spirit. Source: SoundCloud / Alex Bloom Continue reading
Despite the Roman allusion and the stomping plank that beats in the background, I can’t help but wonder if “Casear Knows” is actually just an elaborate yo mama joke. Source: SoundCloud / OLIVER HAZARD Continue reading
I find myself revisiting Shannon Lay’s gorgeous Living Water LP since its release last month on Mare Records, and imprint of Woodsist. The short film for “Asa” continues to tug at my heartstrings. Continue reading
The restrained melodies and brass whines of “Stay Here” mimic the oppressive feeling of being trapped in an uncomfortable situation. Take a (subtle) cue from Henry Green, and leave. Source: SoundCloud / Henry Green Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 