Pop

  • This video for funk-pop seeker Janelle Monae’s new song “Dance Apocalypse” is taken both from a short film she will be releasing called “The Dance Apocalypse” and from her new album The Electric Lady. Supposedly the video is set in an alternate version of America, where Janelle Monae is

  • This video for funk-pop seeker Janelle Monae’s new song “Dance Apocalypse” is taken both from a short film she will be releasing called “The Dance Apocalypse” and from her new album The Electric Lady. Supposedly the video is set in an alternate version of America, where Janelle Monae is

  • Nick Thorburn, the man behind Islands (and The Unicorns, RIP now who will cut our hair?) releases this new cut off of upcoming LP Ski Mask. The song, a slightly funky piano-pop song with existential lyrics, follows the path of much of Islands’ older work. Any worries about too much

  • Japanese singer Kyary Pamyu Pamyu comes through with a second collection of tracks that are some of the most colorful and eccentric mainstream pop songs from her country. WATCH THE REVIEW

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    Smith Westerns’ Soft Will shows the Chicago band upping their recording quality, and really showcasing the big melodies and choruses that were hidden under some of the muck on their last record, Dye It Blonde. WATCH THE REVIEW

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    Famed singer-songwriter and musical oddball Beck has dropped a new single that feels like an ethereal take on some of the drum and guitar sounds I’d typically associate with a new wave tune. The tune is pretty catchy as well, and make sure to put your ears to the

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    Drake drops a new track with Sampha that’s easily one of Toronto rapper’s best. Not only is it moving and introspective look into Drake’s current state of mind, but the tender beat and vocal contributions from Sampha set the tone perfectly. Enjoy!

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    Really enjoying this sweet, melodic, and jangly tracks from the new Smith Westerns album, Soft Will. It’s the pop rock trio’s third full-length record, and will be dropping on the 25th via Mom + Pop Records. Enjoy!

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    Caged Animals are bringing out a quirky and infectious pop sound with “Cindy + Me,” and it’s hitting all the right notes. The synth and bass grooves definitely add a lot to the already infectious aspects of this song–like the constantly ascending and descending guitar leads. The quirky vocals

  • On Settle, the fresh electronic music duo known as Disclosure brings a series of house and garage-inspired dance numbers that groove excitingly. Some of the vocal guests are pretty spectacular as well. Even if you’re not nutty about dance music, give it a try. WATCH THE REVIEW