The Roots are certainly kinder to Sufjan Stevens than to Michele Bachmann, who they welcomed on Fallon with a cover of Fishbone’s “Lyin’ Ass Bitch” (to her obliviousness). Watch here, starting at
New Tracks
Of Montreal have released a new song entitled “Wintered Debts” online. There is no mention as to whether or not the track will be on their upcoming album, Paralytic Stalks.
As a disclaimer below the video reads: "Please watch in HD with headphones or speakers and full screen if you really want to get crazy." It's a wise word of advice when
Leonard Cohen will release his twelfth studio album, Old Ideas, on January 31st. It’s his first since 2004’s Dear Heather. According to the press release, it will be “arguably the most overtly
Black Partridge comprises two brothers from Illinois. The duo have a unique sound that fuses lo-fi rock and pop with caressing sentiments of shoegaze and dream-pop. The older brother, Vito, plays the
Melyssa takes a look at a handful of unexposed folk artists, with their new releases serving as very suitable autumn listening. A one-man project produces engaging lush folk with electronic infusions, a
Twangy rock with hints of country and alternative was prominent on Girls’ excellent Broken Dreams Club EP. The sound recalled the likes of Ryan Adams and Matthew Sweet while remaining true to
It amazes me how some bands can take a sweet and angelic voice and layer it over multiple rough aggressions of guitars, rapid percussion, and tireless bass lines; somehow presenting the effect
New Albums
Helsinki-based artist Conchis enthralls on her debut album, Chapters — presenting an artful pop sound with textural, electronic sophistication. Samples within take
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Italian musician, filmmaker, and illustrator Nicola Olla crafts a haunting ambient sound throughout his new EP, Ω. Comprising four tracks, the EP’s
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An exceptional debut EP from London-based artist SHY PUMA, DON’T RUSH ME presents a dynamic and emotive sound. Soul, R&B, psychedelic, and
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Impressing in its range of passionate rock anthems and quainter introspection, Crucible is the stellar sophomore LP from Deer Park Avenue. The
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