Tag Archives: 2021

Listen: They Hate Change & Fire-Toolz – “Scene!” [2021]

Oh man – exciting, genre-breaking labels Hausu Mountain and Deathbomb Arc have come together in a fusion dance like freakin jetsetting experimental music super saiyans on an upcoming project, Arc Mountain, combining artists on their rosters for a collab album … Continue reading

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Listen: Daniel Bachman – “Coronach” [2021]

Hang onto your guitar straps cause there’s a new Daniel Bachman album Axacan coming May 7 via Three Lobed Records!! If you’ve been reading the blog for a while, hopefully you’re familiar with Bachman’s work. While his earlier 10s output was … Continue reading

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Listen: Carlos Niño & Friends – “Pleasewakeupalittlefaster, Please… (with Jamael Dean)” [2021]

Over the last two years I’ve come to respect or worship pretty much everything Chicago label International Anthem puts out. The Resavoir record from 2019 especially hits for me, but they’ve got plenty of heat on the catalog. Most of … Continue reading

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Listen: Giant Claw – “Disworld (feat. NTsKi)” [2021]

Red alert! There’s a new Giant Claw record on the horizon! If you’re unfamiliar, Giant Claw AKA Keith Rankin is in my mind one of the best and brightest minds in experimental music today, and his instantly recognizable art has … Continue reading

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Listen: Hildegard – “Jour 2” [2021]

Probably my most listened-to song of 2021 so far is “Jour 2” by Hildegard, a new superduo of Helena Deland and ouri. Even the video is great! A mixture of distant future + old fashioned styles. The song itself though. … Continue reading

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Listen: John Andrews & The Yawns – “New California Blue” [2021]

Out today, “New California Blue” is the first single off the upcoming John Andrews & The Yawns album Cookbook, coming May 14 via Woodsist.  If you’re unfamiliar with John Andrews directly, you’re likely familiar with projects he’s been involved with in … Continue reading

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Listen: Erika de Casier – “Drama” [2021]

Erika de Casier is BACK with her second single for new label home 4AD, which continues her so far perfect streak of tunes to her name. It’s another late night, late 90s/early 00s slick pop swoon, harkening back to Timbaland-produced … Continue reading

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Listen: Mr Twin Sister – “Diary” b/w “Expressions” [2021]

Mr Twin Sister is one of the best bands currently operating, point blank, period. Their luscious fusion of electronic, pop and lounge, among other luxurious, body-feeling sounds is virtually unmatched. Their 2014 self-titled album is one of my all-time favorites … Continue reading

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Listen: Satomimagae – “Numa” [2021]

Love a good desolate tune! Japanese musician Satomimagae is releasing her fourth album and first for blog fav RVNG Intl. and Kikgaku Moyo-founded Guruguru Brain on April 23rd. I’ve had a chance to sit with it for a while and … Continue reading

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Listen: Horsegirl – “Sea Life Sandwich Boy” [2021]

Got tipped onto this new band outta Chicago called Horsegirl who only have a handful of tracks out in the world to their name, but they’re sounding mighty promising. The teen trio’s sound pulls from the era-defining coming-of-age records from … Continue reading

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