iheartmoosiq: Time and time again, Los Angeles based singer songwriter and producer vōx has mesmerized us with her ingenious sonic creations, and the left field pop found on new single I Still Care’s is no less unconventionally spellbinding. Deep pounding percussion and dark haunting production gives I Still Care a dramatically gripping effect, while vōx’s smoky twisting voice draws us deep into her inky sensual world. … Continue reading

LA’s Joy Downer Will Brighten Your Darkest Days

Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  The city of angels has a new source of sunshine. Joy née Bishop and Jeffrey Downer make up Joy Downer, a bright indie pop duo whose debut EP, Radio Dreamer, is out now. I’m fondly reminded of Florida-based SALES given how soft electronics complement tender hues in their music. I was fortunate enough to pick Joy’s brain about their first … Continue reading LA’s Joy Downer Will Brighten Your Darkest Days

[YOU’LL NEVER GET TO HEAVEN, “BEYOND THE CLOUDS”] Helped by the fact that their name is You’ll Never Get To Heaven, this Canadian duo has the chops to compete for bleakest dream pop band, and we all know that’s a tough race. Their new Images LP is out March 24th on Yellow K Records.  Continue reading

Finding Solace in Ngaiire’s New Album, Blastoma

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