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Cosmic Cruelty Becomes a Peerless Depiction of Grief on L’Rain’s Self-Titled Mixtape

sngalbums: I played a mix of all my favorite albums from this year at a party a few weeks ago, and L’Rain ended up being the crowd favorite. Something about the swirling and looping of beats and drums and vocals grabs your attention without you even realizing. This record has been called experimental, though in all honesty there couldn’t be a more perfect representation of … Continue reading Cosmic Cruelty Becomes a Peerless Depiction of Grief on L’Rain’s Self-Titled Mixtape

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Cosmic Cruelty Becomes a Peerless Depiction of Grief on L’Rain’s Self-Titled Mixtape

I played a mix of all my favorite albums from this year at a party a few weeks ago, and L’Rain ended up being the crowd favorite. Something about the swirling and looping of beats and drums and vocals grabs your attention without you even realizing. This record has been called experimental, though in all honesty there couldn’t be a more perfect representation of rhythm … Continue reading Cosmic Cruelty Becomes a Peerless Depiction of Grief on L’Rain’s Self-Titled Mixtape

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sngpodcast: SNG32 – music trends in 2017 We discuss how artists talked about mental health and politics through music!  Mix begins at 33:13 or click here.  vox / BOSCO / Banoffee at the Pico Union ProjectBOSCO album reviewNVDES interviewBeecher’s Fault coverageBenibu coverage  mix Monster Rally | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Soundcloud | BandcampJoseph | website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Soundcloud | BandcampDiamond Rings | website … Continue reading

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SNG32 – music trends in 2017

We discuss how artists talked about mental health and politics through music!  Mix begins at 33:13 or click here. vox / BOSCO / Banoffee at the Pico Union Project BOSCO album review NVDES interview Beecher’s Fault coverage Benibu coverage mix Monster Rally | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Soundcloud | Bandcamp Joseph | website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Soundcloud | Bandcamp Diamond Rings | website | Facebook | … Continue reading SNG32 – music trends in 2017

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Bob Villain Lurks in the Dark on New Single “Far To Go” Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  This is a psychological thriller sure to quicken your pulse. Bob Villain lurks in the shadows, moving slowly, mirroring the deliberate pace of the track. Deep vocals resonate with sparing strums of guitar, an alarming combination to say the least. What makes Bob so scary is his ability to … Continue reading

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INTERVIEW: Josh Ocean Talks NVDES, Getting Nvde, and La Nvdité Originally appeared on Grimy Goods.  Earlier this year, NVDES dropped volume one of an EP series called La Nvdité, and they did not waste any time getting to volume two. Josh Ocean is the mastermind of the project, bringing his worldly and generous spirit to life through his music. He has been quite busy over … Continue reading

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Album Reviews, Zines

Brooklyn Duo Via Intercom Explore Subtleties of Youth on New LP

Photo credit: Kaiya Gordon Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Being young is so confusing. We don’t realize it’s happening until it’s gone, then we’re left with a series of memories and far too many regrets for such a short period of time, relative to the rest of our lives. It is our most formative time, and though we all have unique experiences, … Continue reading Brooklyn Duo Via Intercom Explore Subtleties of Youth on New LP

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Gain a fresh perspective with Odessey & Oracle’s new album, Speculatio

Originally appeared on the 405, view archived article here.  Speculatio boasts a melting pot of influences, maintaining its heavy flutes and harps while introducing beeps and hums that change the album’s perspective. Even with my limited knowledge of French, it is evident that motifs in the lyrics also tie into the conspicuously psychedelic instrumentation. The story on this concept album is bookended with goddesses and … Continue reading Gain a fresh perspective with Odessey & Oracle’s new album, Speculatio

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Kimbra and Molly DeWolf Showcase New Music at an Intimate Performance at the Winston House

sngshows: Kimbra. Photo by Tess O’Connor Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Tess O’Connor.  The music scene on the west side is finally getting the respect it deserves through the Winston House party series. Based out of an actual house around the corner from Abbot Kinney, Winston House began in 2015 “with the mission to support young creatives by giving them … Continue reading Kimbra and Molly DeWolf Showcase New Music at an Intimate Performance at the Winston House

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Kimbra and Molly DeWolf Showcase New Music at an Intimate Performance at the Winston House

Kimbra. Photo by Tess O’Connor Originally appeared on Grimy Goods. Words by me, photos by Tess O’Connor.  The music scene on the west side is finally getting the respect it deserves through the Winston House party series. Based out of an actual house around the corner from Abbot Kinney, Winston House began in 2015 “with the mission to support young creatives by giving them couches … Continue reading Kimbra and Molly DeWolf Showcase New Music at an Intimate Performance at the Winston House

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