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beabadoobee - I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus
beabadoobee - I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus

beabadoobee - I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus


London artist beabadoobee pays homage to Pavement’s frontman with her new single “I Wish I Was Stephen Malkmus.” The inspiration doesn’t stop with the name drop, seeping into the production with buzzy guitar tones. The song takes eighteen-year-old Bea Kristi a little further from the bedroom pop label she gained through her first two EPs, launching her into the realm of therapeutic alt-rock. It’s harder, hazier, and proves that Gen Z is just as obsessed with the 90s as Millenials are. Kristi sings, “I sit at home, cry to Pavement / I wish I was Stephen Malkmus.” As much as it is a nod to the 90s, it also touches on Kristi’s affinity for change and individuality—which can be isolating, but she doesn’t seem too upset about it. She mentions her blue hair six times in four minutes, singing, “got new hair, a new phase / I’m from outer space / and I’m pretty sure I’ll get used to it.” Beabadoobee will release her new EP Space Cadet on October 18 via Dirty Hit Records.

Corey Bates on October 14, 2019
SASAMI - Take Care

SASAMI - Take Care


Sasami Ashworth is a self-proclaimed "all-around musical badass" and we agree. A well-worn veteran (playing with the likes of Cherry Glazerr, Japanese Breakfast and Blondie) with mad music knowledge and education to boot, SASAMI is a tour de force with a resume so stacked you'll want to shut up and listen. Her aesthetic bolsters a brand consistent to her musical style: hip and colorful with a splash of grunge. SASAMI’s most recent single, "Take Care" seems to reverberate this attitude: the song's voice is honest and extremely alt-rock. The synth echo in the intro and the guitar chords feel reminiscent of Soccer Mommy and an earlier Tame Impala. However, the airy yet poignant background vocals are what truly make the track stand out—generating the emotionalism of the song against an otherwise choreographed and steady melody. SASAMI recently teamed up with other indie-rock doyennes including Snail Mail and Slut Island, so if you need me I'll be stalking all of them on social media for the next few days and binge-listening to SASAMI's debut full-length LP.

Hannah Lupas on September 16, 2019
Simen Mitlid - Football

Simen Mitlid - Football


Folk and electronic: it sounds like a bizarre mix, but Simen Mitlid somehow pulls it off in his newest song, “Football.” He combines dainty guitar plucks with a softly pulsing beat, mingling the two disparate sounds in a cohesive way. Layering his gentle voice over the mellow instrumentals, Mitlid creates something almost whimsical in his sound. It's truly a modern indie fairytale.

Caroline Peacock on September 13, 2019
MADDEE - Dry

MADDEE - Dry


MADDEE's newest single “Dry” is a soft downtempo R&B track about the inescapable nature of loneliness. The Toronto-based electronic-soul artist experiments with a purposeful combination of silky brass sections, sparse piano and precise percussion with the help of percussionist and producer Gray Rowan. Her soulful jazz vocals are the highlight as she sings about the necessity of maintaining self-worth within relationships. It’s soft and winding—never really leaving a meditative state on what went wrong as she sings, “I don’t know how to feel / something feels like it is missing / and I can’t tell what it is” before repeating “I can’t run from it.” MADDEE has come to the realization that she must address her loneliness instead of attempting to escape it. Maybe there is even some importance in experiencing the full breadth of emotion that can accompany the loss of a relationship. “Dry” is a taste of what is to come on MADDEE’s upcoming six-track EP Red Mind out October 17.

Corey Bates on September 12, 2019
wwoman - Chuchi

wwoman - Chuchi


If you’ve been searching for a groovier yet still mellow Connan Mockasin, look no further. Following the release of his first full-length album Let Us Sleep Together in 2016, Pittsburgh synth-pop star wwoman has just dropped the latest of three new singles, “Chuchi.” Your ears will be treated to a catchy hook the moment the opening notes are played, setting the tone for a true bedroom pop jam. Throughout the song, dreamy melodies are paired with a strong bassline and psychedelic vocals reminiscent of Gus Dappertoncreating the signature retro vibes that are intertwined throughout all of wwoman’s music.

Dana Schwartz on September 12, 2019
EVA - Truthfully

EVA - Truthfully


Last week, chic pop artist EVA released her new EP, Truthfully. Full of shimmering synths, honest songwriting and heady dance arrangements, the 8-track release is the perfect music for a night on the town with your friends. The opening track, “Truthfully,” is bright and playful, and sets the tone for the rest of the EP. Crisp and clear production emphasizes the vibrant instrumentation, notably the sharp, pulsing percussion and electric, 80s-inspired keys. The arrangement throbs behind EVA’s dreamy vocal. Light and euphoric, her gorgeous soprano is a guiding force throughout the song. Her blunt, straightforward lyrics reflect the theme of the song: “Truthfully and honestly, I’ll always be there.” “Truthfully" is the first in a collection of freeing, accessible pop songs from a captivatingly fun artist. Don't miss your chance to see her perform live while enjoying a three-course meal and complimentary cocktails at Guadalupe Inn in celebration of our 10 year anniversary. Buy your tickets here.

Britnee Meiser on September 11, 2019
Daisy the Great - I'm Fine

Daisy the Great - I'm Fine


“I’m Fine” by Daisy the Great starts off with attitude—groovy bass quickly blends with percussion to lay an instrumental mosaic under Kelley Nicole Dugan and Mina Walker's softly magnetic vocals. Masterfully harmonizing together, the pair bemoan the fact that “You wanna dress me up in yellow / Wipe my mouth and feed me jello, caramello,” all the while paradoxically insisting “I’m fine." This song feels wonderfully simple and clearly well-produced and performed. Advancing like a story of sorts, the track concludes with a quick little whistle, wordlessly surmising everything that’s been (excellently) sung and said.

Ben Burke on September 11, 2019
Remi Wolf - Rufufus

Remi Wolf - Rufufus


“Rufufus” by Remi Wolf is all groove. Seamlessly marrying R&B and funk, Wolf’s newest release demonstrates her unique command of the mechanics of sound. With layered vocals and a flowing beat, Wolf creates a sound that revives funk of the past in a fresh, impressive way. Combining melodic groove with lovestruck lyrics, “Rufufus” sets a vibe-heavy precedent for Wolf’s debut album, You’re a Dog!—slated to release September 20.

Caroline Peacock on September 10, 2019
Girl Ray - Show Me More

Girl Ray - Show Me More


London trio Girl Ray have dropped a new single to set a groovy tone for their upcoming sophomore LP. "Show Me More" tells the story of a classic back and forth, when things feel right but "your boo is playing savage games." Lines like "Don't give me these highs then leave" capture the will they/won't they energy of an unhurried summer fling that simply needs a nudge to evolve into something more. The chic tune gravitates towards a mainstream hook and poppy bassline, aided by the springy production of Ash Workman, whose credits include Christine and the Queens and Metronomy, for whom Girl Ray will be opening this fall. "Show Me More" is polished and sleek without losing the handcrafted haze at the heart of Girl Ray. Girl is due out on November 8 through Moshi Moshi Records.

Ysabella Monton on September 9, 2019
Common Holly - Joshua Snakes

Common Holly - Joshua Snakes


Common Holly delivers another take on human growth and restlessness with the second single, “Joshua Snakes,” from her forthcoming sophomore album When I say to you Black Lightning. Montreal singer-songwriter, Brigitte Naggar doesn’t shy away from the self-delusion and pain that manifests in her own head. "Joshua Snakes" embodies the search for a calm and peaceful place amongst constant chaos and self-doubt. Naggar’s airy, smooth vocals coast along as she lets out her poignant lyrics, “I’m tied against the tracks / But I can’t figure out the ending.” Things step further into disarray as the instrumentation becomes more brash and bold toward the latter half of the track. Punchy guitar kicks in and uncertainty seems to be circling as Naggar leads us to the end, asking “Can’t get enough, can we?” In the end, we’re left wondering who really wins in this back-and-forth, an inner fight with ourselves that we've all experienced in one form or another. When I say to you Black Lightning is out on October 11 via Barsuk/Solitaire.

Meredith Vance on September 9, 2019
Worn-Tin - Something’s Coming

Worn-Tin - Something’s Coming


LA lo-fi rocker Worn-Tin’s breezy new single, “Something’s Coming,” is a daydreamy slow jam with a catchy, swaying beat. The warm and pleasing melody is nicely complemented by the arrangement’s raw, intimate production style, where every instrument sounds crisp and close. The guitars, classic and lush, give the track its easy cadence and are reminiscent of a more psychedelic Modest Mouse. A faint but gorgeous reverberating classical piano line follows the melody in the chorus, emphasizing Worn-Tin’s talent with and preference for analog recording techniques. His vocal, nice and crooning, has a nostalgic doubled effect that works well with his straightforward lyricism: “Watch me as I find a quiet place to hide / Ropes beside my bed will keep me tied.” Spacey synths add an element of displacement to the instrumentation, which by the end, culminates into a sort of chaotic, anticipatory mashup of sounds, like whatever’s coming is almost here. “Something’s Coming” is atmospheric and loose, and it’s Worn-Tin’s best work yet.

Britnee Meiser on September 6, 2019

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