Tune-Yards haven’t released an album since 2014 but they’re back with the incredibly energetic, “Look at Your Hands.” The song features an 80’s style beat with Merrill Garbus’ voice robotically tap dancing over top. She actually used an MPC to sample her own voice and…
Wolfcat – Still Woozy
Still Woozy is back with a new single called, “Wolfcat.” It’s as trippy as their last jam and definitely worth a place on your afterwork chill out playlist. Not only is the music ethereally spacey, but every one of their singles has the nuttiest artwork….
Caramel – Thumpers
Much like “Unkinder” on their debut album Galore, it relies on infectious rhythm carried almost entirely by the masterful percussion work. Whereas Thumpers’ songs are usually more upbeat and cheerful, “Carmel” has a much deeper and emotional feel to it.
Pain – The War on Drugs
The War on Drugs is a massive piece of work. You will need to listen to this thing multiple times because of how incredibly intricate it actually is. Every song is so multi faceted it is mind blowing. It’s like you took a bit of…
Jocelyn Flores – XXXTENTACION
So I started listening to the debut album, “17” from XXXTENTACION with extremely low expectations. I was completely wrong about what I was getting into. I intended just to dip my toes in to the new music of this artist who I have heard quite…
Villains – Queens of the Stone Age
Commuting with the Devil A “Review” of Villains by Queens of the Stone Age By Steve Knapp Listen up, you probably don’t know me, but I like Queens of the Stone Age. You might also find yourself amongst their legions of fans. Either way, we’re…
Parachute – Buffalo Killers
I’m so happy to see new music today from Ohio’s own Buffalo Killers. These boys rock and roll with the best of them. If you’ve never listened to Buffalo Killers, think, Black Keys, J Roddy Walston, southern rockish ol’ boys. Their new single, “Parachute,” just…
Dear Life – Beck
Where should we start Friday off? How about with one of the most transcendent artists of our generation, “Beck.” Beck has recently released the 10 song track list for his upcoming album, “Colors,” which is due out October 29th. This seems way too far out….
Painted Ruins – Grizzly Bear
Grizzly Bear is one of those groups that just can’t be compared. They are impeccably talented, sometimes almost too much so, sending chills down your bones with their instrumentation and vocal arrangements. They recently released their first album since 2012 and it is truly a…
Dark Red – Steve Lacy
Steve Lacy is an incredible musician with an interesting story. Forgive me for sharing this so late in the game. If you’ve already had the opportunity to listen to him, I envy you as I only discovered him the other day. Steve is a member…