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Essentials: “Bad Things (feat. Chloë Rona)” – Casio McCombs
Casio McCombs returns from his hiatus with “Bad Things,” a mid-tempo R&B track featuring sultry vocals by Chloë Rona. McCombs and Rona complement one another with their skillful production and songwriting to create the emotive atmosphere behind this track. As an explanation behind the lyrics, Rona says, “Bad Things is about wanting someone who is [continued]
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Essentials: “Aye Ok” – Ase Manual
With his new single “Aye Ok,” New Jersey producer Ase Manual gives us a hot Jersey club track that demands you move your body. The track is the latest example of his eclectic style, best shown in his debut Gems, released in 2016. Featuring slick production and an aggressive beat, this track belongs on every [continued]
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Albums Of The Month: Our Must-Hear Picks From August 2017
We recap the ten best albums released this month, along with a can’t-miss track from each of our selections. Painted Ruins – Grizzly Bear Painted Ruins, the 5th album from Grizzly Bear, proved itself to be well worth a five year wait. Returning to the rustic, orchestral beauty that defined their 2006 offering Yellow House, [continued]
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In SATURATION 2, BROCKHAMPTON Shows They’re A New Kind of Boyband
Just under three months after releasing their first studio album, BROCKHAMPTON is back with SATURATION 2, the second installment to the SATURATION trilogy. With SATURATION 3 slated to be released by the end of 2017, the group shows almost unparalleled momentum and ambition in its journey to the top. BROCKHAMPTON pushes the envelope on traditional [continued]
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Essentials: “Just So You Know” – Holy Oysters
If you like funky beats and synth-driven tracks, chances are you’ll enjoy Holy Oysters’s latest single, “Just So You Know.” The song boasts catchy guitar riffs and playful rhythm layered over pulsing synth, true to the Paris-based group’s psychedelic pop sound. The single is a part of their upcoming EP Egonomy, to be released in [continued]
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Essentials: “Water Me” – Lizzo
If you’re looking for an empowerment anthem to end your summer with, Lizzo’s new single is your answer. With cover art that’s as carefree as the song itself, “Water Me” is an energetic, danceable pop track that exudes confidence, body positivity, and self-love. The music video that accompanies the song is just as refreshing. In [continued]