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Venice Is Sinking: Okay [Album Review]

Venice Is Sinking

“Okay” by Athens, GA’s Venice Is Sinking, was released earlier this year on their album AZAR; the band is finally giving it due diligence in their extended single Okay, out this fall. Naturally, the EP begins with “Okay” before diverting into a few new tracks, “Compass” and “Give Up”. They then round out Okay with alternate versions of the two key hits off AZAR, “Okay” and “Ryan’s Song”, both recorded as Henslee Sessions. Read More »Venice Is Sinking: Okay [Album Review]

Okay: Huggable Dust [Album Review]

Okay

When I first heard Huggable Dust I thought it was the new Electric President, as they’ve got a new album out soon. The pop is filled with those lovable electro beats and the vocals are equally as gravely, if not more so. But Okay adds a female vocalist here and there that really sets the band apart. They also keep their tunes short, allowing for more; this album hits a high with 18 songs, yet unlike most albums with high track list numbers the listener never once is let down or left bored. Read More »Okay: Huggable Dust [Album Review]

Sharon Van Etten

Sharon Van Etten: Because I Was In Love [Album Review]

The introduction to Sharon Van Etten came, quite surprisingly, through a recent comment on my track review of Julie Peel’s “Unfold”. Even more shocking was the discovery that I had prior communication with Van Etten on other affairs. So she was more than gracious to provide me material in which to pump out this review. Because I Was In Love has the lovely female-fronted folk often reserved for masters like Mirah, Laura Gibson, and Julie Doiron.

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Uvi.lov Band

Uvi.lov [Feature Band]

Uvi.lov is a self-described dream pop band. Upon hearing the term dream pop, I was intrigued to discover what such a sound encompassed. More notably, how does dream pop sound from Mexico. When I think of such music, I often think of a little Brazilian label called Si No Puedo Bailar, No Es Mi Revolucion. And it’s no surprise, Uvi.lov would fit in amidst artists like Balún and Juan Stewart, whose pop sensiblities include highly melodic, hypnotic electronica, otherwise known as dream pop.

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Polynya: Crop Rotation [Album Review]

Polynya

In Crop Rotation, North Carolina’s Polynya draws influence from various unrelated sources to concoct a style all their own. There are three primary segments in their music: epic shoegaze-based rock, swirling electronic experimentation, and indie pop. While the first two are obvious, a deeper look into “Fan Fiction” finds pop-centric vocals backed by upbeat tambourine and percussion. Read More »Polynya: Crop Rotation [Album Review]

Akron/Family [Show Preview]

Akron/Family

Any time the words “community” or “family” to a band moniker, one gets the distinct impression that the group is an ever morphing being, consistently and regularly adding people. On one end, a keyword is variation — a live performance could feature a band leader solo or with a few select members. On the other is quantity, noting an expansive collective of individuals. And so it is with Akron/Family; the core of the band is a trio and may, at any time, feature them alone or include a dozen additional guest musicians. Read More »Akron/Family [Show Preview]

Fruit Bats: The Ruminant Band [Album Review]

Fruit Bats

By now, it is pretty much undeniable that a band like Fruit Bats was meant to rule the earth. With their classic rock like anthems that still pull from the more modern indie-pop scene, it is no surprise that Sup Pop has invested so much effort into these splendid musicians. Has said investment paid off? After two successful records, and one listen to their latest album The Ruminant Band, it will be bloody obvious that yes, they made a great decision. This is a band that knows its potential and should rightfully relish in it at a devilish constituency. Read More »Fruit Bats: The Ruminant Band [Album Review]

Dylan Magierek

Misc.: Happiness Is Easy [Album Review]

Badman Records founder Dylan Magierek obviously has an ear for the streets when it comes to popularizing indie rock. With credits ranging from Starfucker to Weinland to the MTV friendly My Morning Jacket, he has shown that he knows how to spot talent from a miles worth of Chuck Taylors away. So is it any surprise that he would want to develop his own personality via the wonderful album Happiness Is Easy under the adequately and understandable moniker Misc.?

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Jeepster: What If All The Rebels Died? [Album Review]

Jeepster

Jeepster takes its name from a T. Rex song and by far the coolest Jeep ever sent to production. Blending a indie pop and rock for a sound that would fit well between, say, T. Rex and a heavier Spoon, Jeepster’s What If All The Rebels Died? mixes sustainable pop hooks with facets of experimental rock. Songs like “Don’t Go Too Far” emphasize repetitive percussion and forefront keyboard riffs, while the wailing vocals give the group its rock emphasis. Read More »Jeepster: What If All The Rebels Died? [Album Review]

Erik de Vahl: Running [Track Review]

Erik de Vahl

“Running” is my introduction to Sweden’s Erik de Vahl, who creates softly romantic experimental pop music. Experimental music comes in many forms, and experimental pop is no exception. On “Running” de Vahl focuses on melody and adds a variety of instruments, from subtle bongos in the background to various forms of keyed instruments and electronics. The result is a breathtaking concoction of underground pop genius. Read More »Erik de Vahl: Running [Track Review]

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