I’m typically not one to venture near anything remotely resembling hardcore, but this tight set of six songs is executed with such energy and proficiency that I often found myself air drumming despite my reservations. Continue reading
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BORDERLANDS: BEAT CONNECTION’S “THE PALACE GARDEN, 4AM”
Beat Connection’s music was never particularly hazy to begin with, but on their debut album The Palace Garden, they sound more polished and crisp than ever. Continue reading
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JAPANDROIDS: CELEBRATION ROCK
Celebration Rock is an explosive call-to-arms for a stagnating generation to seize the moment and celebrate life. Continue reading
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IN THE TUBES: ANDRÉ OBIN’S “VALENCIA”
Much to my delight, the video quickly descends into madness, as our unnamed protagonist gets caught up in a world of hidden briefcases, funhouse mirrors and a particularly entertaining sequence in which he’s chased by a tank through an apple orchard. Continue reading
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BORDERLANDS: PORT ST. WILLOW’S “HOLLOW”
Principe’s vocal duties throughout his sophomore album are consistently fantastic, as is his ability to compose songs that sound both ghostly in their dusty beauty and undeniably human, anchored by his soulful falsetto and rickety organic percussion. Continue reading
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