Clarke and the Himselfs latest album Pot Sounds is a brilliant gem of indie rock. Its Melodies are bright and vibrant, a collection of pastel colors swirling around a field of lo-fi grunge and grit. Although there’s a substantial amount of edginess in its 11 tracks, it maintains an optimism that ends itself well to […]
Fiona Apple – Fetch the Bolt Cutters
Fiona Apple has had an interesting career, the singer-songwriter first came into prominence in the late 90’s with her bold brand of contemporary pop music. In her fifth album Fetch the Bolt Cutters, she leaves all conventions behind — cutting through the chain link fence with gusto. This album is dense, running at almost an […]
Hikes – Mahal Kita
There’s an interesting combination of sounds in the latest album of Austin, TX’s Hikes. Mahal Kita, is filled with wonder and awe. They’ve managed to infuse post-rock with their folk songwriting style, creating an organic and vivid atmosphere. Despite its technicality, everything feels grounded and natural. Vocalist Nay Wilkins’ gentle voice is captivating, the guitar […]
Basic Plumbing – Keep Up Appearances
Patrick Doyle passed away in 2018, and although he may not be with us anymore, the Scottish songwriter left us with a diverse legacy of music. He’s gone from playing guitar with various acts in his hometown, to being the drummer for Veronica Falls, all the while writing his own solo material. Keeping Up Appearances […]
The Wants – Container
The album cover for Container shows tins of canned food, displayed neatly on a gray backdrop. It shows their contents in vibrant colors, which were no doubt formulated in factories to look so attractive. A simple yet effective depiction that represents our current climate, with our panic-bought stockpiles of processed food and shrines of toilet […]
En Attendant Ana – Juillet
Parisian indie-pop band En Attendant Ana has released their latest LP, Julliet, and there’s no better soundtrack to take with you to a road trip on a warm summer’s day. Named after the month of June, the album is full of bright jangly guitars, coupled by a restless moving pace and picturesque soundscapes. Something to […]