THE WLDLFE shake off their insecurities on their new LP, I’m Not Worried Anymore

sngalbums: Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. I’m Not Worried Anymore is certainly danceable, if rather predictable: eleven tracks with shallow layers, but layers nonetheless, that delve into friendship, life, and love. The album opens on one of its highest octane tracks, ‘Headache,’ setting a high bar that is consistently met by the band’s infectious production. Other tracks from the album are … Continue reading THE WLDLFE shake off their insecurities on their new LP, I’m Not Worried Anymore

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Royal Teeth Prove Themselves With New Single “Show You What I Can Do”

Originally appeared on the 405, with the title The 405 Meets Royal Teeth; view archived article here. We all have something to prove, whether just to ourselves or to society in general. On that note, Louisiana-based Royal Teeth have a lot to say with their new single, “Show You What I Can Do.” It features a fiery verse from the force that is Tunde Olaniran, … Continue reading Royal Teeth Prove Themselves With New Single “Show You What I Can Do”

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Sing Along to HAERTS’ Anthemic New Record at the Moroccan on December 17 Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. For a gut punch of empathy, check out the latest album from German duo HAERTS. The band has origins in Munich, but came to prominence in New York, where they are currently based. Their sophomore record came out earlier this year, and given its themes, New Compassion … Continue reading

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Sometimes bliss comes in the most unexpected places, or memories of places. I wonder if Winnetka Bowling League enjoyed the Oscar-winning short documentary, Heaven is a Traffic Jam on the 405. Continue reading

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Album Reviews

THE WLDLFE shake off their insecurities on their new LP, I’m Not Worried Anymore

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here. I’m Not Worried Anymore is certainly danceable, if rather predictable: eleven tracks with shallow layers, but layers nonetheless, that delve into friendship, life, and love. The album opens on one of its highest octane tracks, ‘Headache,’ setting a high bar that is consistently met by the band’s infectious production. Other tracks from the album are nearly … Continue reading THE WLDLFE shake off their insecurities on their new LP, I’m Not Worried Anymore

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Written as a hungover, wake-up jam, The Rubens hope everyone will sing along and relate to the journey of self-exploration in “Million Man.” Continue reading

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Don’t let your jealousy drive you to ruin your pal’s wedding; channel it into something healthy like this song from Said the Whale. Source: SoundCloud / Said The Whale Continue reading

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