There is a nearly tribal quality to MIEN’s music but there is no need to raise your voice. Continue reading
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Liquids range from watery to milky in Millionyoung’s colorful video for the soothing chillwave single, “Together.” Continue reading
That pink haze isn’t the picturesque sunset happening behind you, it’s the calming fuzz of Waves of Dread. Source: SoundCloud / Waves of Dread Continue reading
The outlandish pop group Look Vibrant seems to be influenced by many other iconic weirdos of contemporary music, like Animal Collective, MGMT, and Gorillaz. Grab their new album, The Up Here Place, on Bandcamp. Continue reading
“Behind the Bars” will lull you in with its quasi-lullaby intro, but it leads to a boisterous crescendo. Source: SoundCloud / Mute Choir Continue reading
Inspiration isn’t always so forthcoming, but once you track it down, you will be unstoppable. Source: SoundCloud / Roll Call Records Continue reading
Wish for love anew on Jesse Jo Stark’s “Dandelion” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. With her new single and EP, Jesse Jo Stark is here to convince us that love is not fleeting, but regenerative. “Dandelion” is the title track of the LA pop goddess’ latest EP, which is out now. Come for the warm, golden rock hues, but stay for … Continue reading
Howl With Dean Passarella’s Debut Single as Wolf Bay Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Wolf Bay is a rebirth of sorts for Dean Passarella. He is currently the bassist in Lauren Ruth Ward’s live band, and with his new solo material we will finally get to know him. Today marks the release of Wolf Bay’s debut single, “Under the Moon,” with a record release show … Continue reading
Exploring Context for Imaad Wasif’s Lost-Then-Found Record, Great Eastern Sun
Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Imaad Wasif often feels like he not of this world. His realm is not physical, though it is tangible. I had the opportunity to pose him some questions about his recent record, Great Eastern Sun, and his career in general to get a chance to understand him and the process behind his profoundly moving work. He shared insights on why … Continue reading Exploring Context for Imaad Wasif’s Lost-Then-Found Record, Great Eastern Sun
The Chamanas Deliver Fun Summer Single Amid Ongoing Turmoil at the Border Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. If you’ve been thinking about the border, it’s likely in the context of the cruel American policy to separate families as they arrive in search of a better life. Through her informative music video from last year, Ziemba taught us about the historic brutality from the US government … Continue reading
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