sngalbums: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. On Blastoma, Ngaiire and her collaborators Paul Mac, Jack Grace, and Megan Washington create a rich texture of sounds and sentiments. Deep synths draw you into the opening track; provide an imonious pulse in “Cruel”; and, along with a number of other gorgeous tones, even create a sense of wonder in “House on a Rock.” Mac and Grace are … Continue reading Finding Solace in Ngaiire’s New Album, Blastoma
Oko Tygra is the deep new wave band you didn’t know you needed. Source: SoundCloud / Grey Market Continue reading
Redspencer doesn’t let their wanderlust lead to melancholy. Take an aimless journey with the band in their clip for “Ride It Out.” Continue reading
A band with a Simpsons namesake releases an album named after an Arrested Development quote, and it’s somehow not the self-defeating inside joke that it could have been. Snowball II is a band with not just a sense of humor, but also a sense of authority; listen to “Resident of the United States” above. Source: SoundCloud / Snowball II Continue reading
sngalbums: I wouldn’t mind writing about Jenny Hval every year. The Norwegian artist has been around the block, but remains relatively quiet in a provocative niche, where industrial electronics meet political performance art. Her 2015 LP, Apocolypse, girl, was a great introduction to her work, and did make my top albums list of that year. Now she’s back on SnG due to the mastery of … Continue reading Jenny Hval, Feminist Vampire
Joy Downer channel the spirit of lofi idols SALES with such endearing pop sensibilities. Source: SoundCloud / Joy Downer Continue reading
Post-electro-pop. Source: SoundCloud / FEELS Continue reading
sngshows: Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Lauren Ruth Ward’s grand finale was one worth waiting for. Though they were persistent throughout most of the earlier acts, she did not allow production issues to dampen the wonder of her live set. She ended up abandoning a guitar during a song due to the feedback, and used the time to dance like the provocative chanteuse that she … Continue reading Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration
Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Lauren Ruth Ward’s grand finale was one worth waiting for. Though they were persistent throughout most of the earlier acts, she did not allow production issues to dampen the wonder of her live set. She ended up abandoning a guitar during a song due to the feedback, and used the time to dance like the provocative chanteuse that she is. … Continue reading Lauren Ruth Ward Leads a Fierce Galentine’s Day Celebration
In Leisure Suite’s clip for “Feel,” one is drawn to a sympathetic side of stalking. Follow the backs of dozens of women’s heads and discover some emotional nuance. Continue reading
Sawdust & Gin 