Kick It With Oddnesse in new Video for “Are You Down” Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  There is nothing sexier than having standards. They prove that you have enough self-confidence to know what you want out of a relationship. On the single, ‘Are You Down’, Oddnesse singer and songwriter Rebeca Arango outlines her own desires for a potential suitor, but her world … Continue reading

“max” and his terrible, no good, ‘Shitty Ass Day’

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Named after the Maurice Sendak character from Where the Wild Things Are, “max” is the DIY project of New York-based Sebastien Labossiere, a student who creates music in his spare time. … The first few seconds of the new track drone ominously, setting the tone well for a song called “Shitty Ass Day.” The tale is told … Continue reading “max” and his terrible, no good, ‘Shitty Ass Day’

Dante Elephante Announce New Album and Tour Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Southern California surf rock group Dante Elephante has a packed 2018 planned. They just released details of their upcoming tour and announced a new record too. Later this year we’ll have our hands on the LP, Rare Attractions, but until then, we can enjoy the first single from it, the sunny break up … Continue reading

Less Is More on Tango With Lions’ Single, “Proof of Desire” Originally premiered on Grimy Goods.  The instrumentation on “Proof of Desire” is purposeful and sparse, just like the expressions reflected in the face of the protagonist in the video. Two guitars linger nearby while Papachristou’s voice adds to the deliberately paced melody. After two verses, the music seems to reach an impasse, as our story … Continue reading

Former Faces Turn to the Sun in “Coursing On”  Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  The Sun is our planet’s primary source for energy and by extension is the only reason we are all alive today. This significance is not lost on LA-based quartet Former Faces. The band pays tribute to this cosmic miracle in their new song and video for “Coursing On,” which you can watch … Continue reading

YACHT and French Vanilla Celebrate a Triumphant Return Home at the Lodge Room

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by House of Vivian. Evans has been the de facto lead singer ever since she joined the band, so she commanded a majority of the stage, while Bechtolt and Kieswetter typically stuck to their places behind their machines–computers, synths, and guitars–in the center-back. They played everything off their recent Strawberry Moon EP, and several other tracks … Continue reading YACHT and French Vanilla Celebrate a Triumphant Return Home at the Lodge Room

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