East Coast MC YC The Cynic confronts a myriad of different topics in this new single titled “Murphy’s Law,” which is accompanied by some pretty straightforward visuals. Think of it as an “I Don’t Like”-style dance party for people with bachelor’s degrees. Not to make what
Syrian pop musician Omar Souleyman has shared a lyric video for the zany but substantial title track from his upcoming LP Wenu Wenu. The song has lively, exotic production courtesy of Four Tet, and Souleyman delivers a strong, spirited vocal performance that manages to be thoroughly engaging despite the repetitive
In Vain by Illustrations The new album from San Antonio hardcore outfit, Illustrations, is now available to stream and download via bandcamp. In Vain is an onslaught of caustic death metal growls, bonecrushing guitar riffs, and unrelenting percussion; all executed with exemplary punk breeziness. Give it a listen above!
Rapper and producer Jonwayne has a new mixtape available through Stones Throw Records. Cassette 3 is a delightfully whacky and eclectic affair, beginning with the soulful and jazzy “Ode to Mortality” and going on to co-opt the clunky, jarring instrumental from Pusha T’s “Numbers On the Boards” on the
UK singer-songwriter Sampha steps out with a short, but nicely sung solo effort with this Dual EP. WATCH THE REVIEW
New Zealand death metal perfectionists Ulcerate have a new single streaming via the widget above, and a new album on the way via Relapse records. The title: Vermis. Currently, the release date sits at September 17th, and “Confronting Entropy” shows the band continuing to explore their dense, impenetrable sound. Catch
The experimental stylings of New York producer Arca comes through on this new art pop single from UK singer FKA Twigs. Enjoy!
Canadian rapper Shad comes through with a new single featuring a snappy beat from Skratch Bastid and a soaring hook from Saukrates. As usual, Shad comes through with clever, self-aware lyrics that are thought-provoking and hilarious. This guy continues to be one of independent hip hops most class acts.
Part Ache by Jungbluth With all of the skramz revivalism floating around the Internet these days, it was only a matter of time before I was talking about some German screamo, right? These guys are a Münster-based rock trio, I believe. They’ve lovingly named themselves after WWII activist Karl
Odd, repetitive, quirky, and playful is the new MGMT single! “Your Life Is A Lie” features a guitar riff drum beat that skips like a broken record, and is topped with lyrics that take a hilarious approach to existentialism. What’s even weirder is the video attached to this thing,
