Friday, April 26, 2024

Kiasmos - "Dazed"


Kiasmos (the duo comprised of Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds and Faroese musician Janus Rasmussen) are set to release their second album II in July. One of the first preview tracks is the contemplative "Dazed" with its deceptively simple piano melody, whispered electronics, and subtle beats.

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Bad Omens ft. HEALTH & Swarm - "The Drain"


Bad Omens team up with industrial/noise rock outfit HEALTH and electronic artist Swarm on the dark, pulsating track "The Drain" that samples the Bad Omens' track "The Death of Peace of Mind." The song will appear on Bad Omens's upcoming Concrete Jungle (The OST) album. 

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Arooj Aftab - "Raat Ki Rani"


Grammy-winning Pakistani singer Arooj Aftab channels her inner Sade on this achingly beautiful song. It will appear on her upcoming album Night Reign

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Caribou - "Honey"


Caribou (aka Dan Snaith) has released its first new music under that moniker since 2020. "Honey" is a slamming club banger with UK-garage-like beats and jeep-rattling bass.

Monday, April 22, 2024

Local Natives - "Throw It In The Fire"


Gorgeous, melancholy track off Local Natives' latest album But I'll Wait For You. The harmonies are spot on.

Friday, April 12, 2024

Nia Archives - "Blind Devotion"


Nia Archives' debut record Silence Is Loud is the perfect marriage of experimental jungle beats and pop sensibilities. "Blind Devotion" pairs intense, skittering drum programming with forlorn keyboards and Nia's aching vocals.

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Mount Kimbie - "Shipwreck"


Languid, guitar-centric track off Mount Kimbie's excellent new record The Sunset Violent features hazy vocals and subtle electronic flourishes.