Right out of the gate, I have to say this record knocked me right on my back. High-octane doesn’t even begin to do it justice. Like all the best punk rock, it’s explicitly political and viciously uncompromising, practically bursting at the seams with unbridled ferocity and […]
Look, I get obsessed with records all the time. I write a column on an obscure music blog, it would be weird if I didn’t listen to a specific record multiple times in a day sometimes. This is one of those times. SQUANDERERS is a truly […]
Absolutely stunning work here from Ian Lynch, founding member of Irish experimental folk group Lankum. Inspired by various abandoned and “rediscovered” spaces throughout Dublin, these tracks are somber and occasionally harrowing, but for the patient listener, they resolve into utterly transcendent beauty, uplifting the soul and […]
I love this tender and groovy pop album. Its sweet and melancholy with wonderful production and delicate instrumentation centered on percussion and synths. There’s flavors of central America (literally) and central America (Midwest USA) in it’s thoughtful but hazy vibe. Valebol is a new duo consisting […]
Well, here we are. It’s 2025 already, and 2024 left us in the wake of some staggeringly good material that, for me personally, will take at least another month or two to fully process before I’m ready to share my favorites list with you guys. But […]
In an age of musical exploration where genre matters less and less, Philadelphia’s own SPIRIT OF THE BEEHIVE have managed to carve out their own truly unique little spot. Their most recent album, YOU’LL HAVE TO LOSE SOMETHING, is a real trip and a half, if […]
I love this record by Moin. It’s their third LP and it’s the finest yet. On You Never End the playing, the arrangements, and the inimitable vibe are all thoroughly honed. It’s got that warm, detailed production mixed with a cool emotional atmosphere that many UK electronic/fusion acts […]
The newest tape from V/Z is top notch, with bigger beats that your usual dub fare. At different points I’m reminded of the rhythm and atmosphere of DJ Shadow or Dean Blunt tracks. There’s all kinds of pleasing little textural and rhythmic moments that reward a […]
Small Medium Large is album of deeply technical and crystal clear improvised jazz, recorded in L.A. at ETA (R.I.P.) Some folks like myself might’ve first enjoyed Anna Butterss on 2022s Activities which is a wonderful album as well. You may also have heard her, and several […]
This record consists of improvisational jams recorded live at the legendary Zebulon in LA, given the ol dub-out and mix-down into a proper psychedelic rock record. It could be called the culmination of GROOPs three year long residency at the prestigious venue, but I prefer to […]