8/10
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Blood Orange’s latest is a dreamy, sensual, and holistic album with a message.
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With its well executed concept, tight sequencing, and top-notch production from Animoss, Orpheus vs. the Sirens is probably the best album with which to introduce someone to the work of Ka.
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Despite Louis unapologetically wearing his influences on his sleeve, Time is a solid addition to the Brainfeeder catalog.
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Clear Tamei and Steel Mogu deepen the sound and lore of Iglooghost, though hopefully his next full-length album will do so to a greater extent.
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While the trap-goth direction of “Pictures of You” could use some work, this debut EP solidifies HMLTD as one of the most promising post-punk groups out right now.
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Imperial Triumphant effectively conveys the decadence and decay of the Big Apple with a unique blend of blackened death metal and avant-garde jazz.
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TA13OO‘s three-act concept could have used some fleshing out, but the music at the core is easily Denzel Curry’s best yet.
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Haru Nemuri’s debut album pushes J-pop/rap in an exciting direction by channeling Japan’s rich history of underground rock music.
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Zeal & Ardor’s unique blend of black metal and slave spirituals comes together in an exciting and blasphemous display on Stranger Fruit.
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Though structurally jarring, SOPHIE’s full-length debut is an unforgettable and potentially DNA-altering pop album.
