Peggy continues to experiment and show his value as an auteur, this time dipping his toes into more rock-influenced productions.
Cameron's debut solo venture from Geese initially threw me off with its minimalist production and quiet approach to catharsis, but after some time, it's grown on me. This record is great. Cameron's skill as a vocalist and songwriter is examined in an entirely new way. The world of Heavy Metal is empty, lost, and dissociative, but there's something in that world--a light that lingers at the end of the dark tunnel. This is a special project, and so is Cameron's artistry.
Despite its 20-track length, Big Theif puts their best foot forward, each track being a well-fleshed-out exercise in American folk whimsy and brilliance. The acoustic production is golden.
Niko B exudes a unique, quintessentially British charm in his debut record. You can't help but smile, nod, and say "What a silly and quirky little lad."
I thought about scoring lower for its daunting runtime and Phil's general retreading of themes present in his previous, more impactful works, but Night Palace was such a grand, moving experience. I was left dumbfounded and in awe by the end of the last track just as I had heard The Glow Part 2 the first time. If anything, Night Palace proves that despite being 46, Phil Elverum still has it. He can still build worlds just as grand and inspiring as ever.
half.alive have never intrigued me by their past work, but this is certainly their most fun work yet, riff with simple, coming-of-age vibe pop.
Ben continues his flirtation with experimental production, bringing forth some of his most creative and brilliant work in this awe-inspiring mixtape. The writing often meditates on art, career, love, and self-image in a vast, clever display of Ben's writing. For being presented merely as leftover scraps between projects, Quadeca is teasing his massive potential going forward.
Yatchy has never caught my attention until this surprising release. It's not simply interesting that a rapper delved into the rock genre; Yatchy owns the psych-rock odyssey so well that I can't help but be captivated by the visionary soundscape he brings to the table.
The longstanding darling of electropop finally gets her greatest moment to shine in her most infectiously danceable and intimate album yet.
Phenomenally wavey, swellingly beautiful champer pop. If Vampire Weekend has yet to cement themselves as one of the greats, they will sway you with this record.
A short and sweet project from Smino that displays some sharp afro-funky R&B goodness. The project ends quite abruptly.
God have mercy on us. I have discovered Ka after his passing, and his writing has truly touched me. His final album is a strikingly conscious piece of hip-hop.
HIT ME HARD AND SOFT is a tragic odyssey of love and sonic brilliance. Billie's soulful, funky, art pop is the best it's ever been with her angelic vocal chops and her and FINNEAS's layered, volumetric production.
Unlike others in the field of his origins, Eric continues to push himself forward, delivering an excellent EP. Some of his best work is here, I just wish there was more to chew on.
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