7/10
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Connecticut’s Apathy returns with another collection of topical, well-produced rap ragers that celebrate the history of East Coast hip hop, but don’t come off stale or overly nostalgic.
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Famed cloud rap producer Clams Casino returns with a star-studded commercial debut.
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Toronto jazz outfit BADBADNOTGOOD returns with some surprising and well-incorporated musical guests on their new album.
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The latest Woods album is another modest step forward for the band, as well as one of their catchiest and most well-produced efforts yet.
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Deerhoof delivers yet another collection of fun and eclectic songs.
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The Avalanches return with a new sound and their first album in 16 years.
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Three stellar singer-songwriters come together for a harmonious collaboration.
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Experimental hip hop trio clipping. drops a raw and sexual set of tracks on their new EP.
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Chicago up-and-comer Joey Purp drops one of the better mixtapes of 2016.
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Brooklyn-based singer, songwriter, and producer Olga Bell delivers an interesting blend of art pop and electronic music on her latest record.