A stunning return to form for a group once destined for indie pop greatness, “Lately” is the definitive song by Brooklyn group Wet. This is easily their best song since 2014’s “Don’t Wanna Be Your Girl.” After a disappointing debut LP and several recent singles,…
From here in Austin, Texas rises Holiday Mountain, an electronic duo with a distinct sound not far removed from the likes of Santigold and MGMT. Their new album Miles and Miles is a huge step forward for the group and the song “Tonight” might be…
If you can get past one of the most absurd names for an artist we’ve ever seen, you’ll probably be floored by what you hear. This British female duo makes a uniquely cheery yet dark flavor of electro-pop exemplified in their new single “Falling Into…
Seattle surf rockers La Luz have an album coming out May 11th entitled Floating Features and our first taste is the moody, grungy “Cicada.” This is a much more nuanced version of their signature 60s inspired surf/garage rock that features some very fine tuned synth…
Seattle dream-pop artist Hibou turns to funk influences for his new single “Fall Into.” It’s a dancier tune that we’re used to hearing from Hibou, but he shows no ignorance of the genre with groovy walking bass lines and light touches of lounge synth. The…
London dream pop duo Treasureseason’s EP XY isn’t new, but its definitely working its way through Spotify’s algorithms and playlists by way of the song “The Rush.” It’s an airy tune buoyed by lead singer Jess Bartlet’s charming and soft-spoken voice. I don’t want to go…
Well, haters, its time to listen to Cults again because their new LP Offering kicks a ton of ass.
With this song, and in what little Chela has released, you can tell that her songs seem to speak from her heart and her experiences. As a listener I feel close to Chela; whether that be because of her direct lyrics or spot on production, theres a palpable intimacy to her music.
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.