Alexander Vincent’s debut single is a glorious, glitchy first impression

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  If you heard that the drummer for Magic!–the band that found fame with their seemingly ubiquitous 2014 single, “Rude!”–had a new project, you probably wouldn’t expect to hear it compared to the likes of Radiohead and Sam Smith. Yet that’s exactly who comes to mind when listening to Alexander Vincent’s newest single, “I Won’t.” Read more.  … Continue reading Alexander Vincent’s debut single is a glorious, glitchy first impression

Oddnesse Leave Old Feelings Behind in Illuminating New Video for “I Used To” Originally appeared on LA Weekly.  The trips inspired the dreamy indie rock single “I Used To,” whose luminous video treatment debuts today. Arango paces a stylish set as lights flicker on around her. Aside from revealing her band all in crisp button-downs, it draws a parallel to her own personal illumination. Read … Continue reading

Wanted to shine a spotlight on Benjamin Lazar Davis starting with his collaboration with Kimbra, “Right Direction.” It’s confident and purposeful, with just the right amount of melancholy. Another version of the track will appear on Kimbra’s forthcoming LP and I can see her building a bigger melody out of the shimmering keys that underscore the namesake lyrics, though we’ll have to wait until Primal Heart drops … Continue reading