Harnessing the power of the titular electric sun, Baloji and his band break out into an afro pop anthem on “Soleil de Volt.” Both halves of the track, from old-school funk to new styles of house, represent the duality of the Congolese-Belgian musician, and represent the resilience of his people, even when times were dark.  Baloji explains further in a press release: “‘Soleil de Volt’ … Continue reading

Founder of High Up Christine Fink sings about her own life on “Two Weeks,” comically dramatized in the band’s new video above. Fink had been working minimum wage jobs for awhile until her sister convinced her to put in her notice and start doing what she really loved: performing. Now High Up has an album due out 2/23; pre-order.  You Are Here by High Up Continue reading

Best Albums of 2017, part 4

#11-30, ordered alphabetically Hayden Pedigo – Greetings From Amarillo buy album | Facebook | Instagram | Soundcloud | Bandcamp Pixx – Age of Anxiety SnG album review | buy album | website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Soundcloud Jordan Rakei – Wallflower SnG coverage 1 | SnG coverage 2 | buy album | website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Soundcloud … Continue reading Best Albums of 2017, part 4

This album is an instant classic. “In the Midst” is the opening track on sir Was’ debut full-length record, Digging A Tunnel, out now on City Slang. With influences ranging from indie pop to trip hop to noise rock, you’ll find yourself swept up into the diverse wonder of each song. Pick up Digging A Tunnel on Bandcamp. <a href=“http://sirwas.bandcamp.com/album/digging-a-tunnel”>Digging A Tunnel by sir Was</a> Continue reading