Tag Archives: pop

Listen: Hildegard – “Jour 2” [2021]

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Very Warm

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]

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Very Warm

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]

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Very Warm

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]

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Very Warm

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: JIMMY EDGAR – “Be With You (feat. Millie Go Lightly)” [2021]

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Very Warm

This past December I was at my parents’ house helping my dad with a yard project. At a certain point we had to stretch out a large drainage pipe and the popping plastic sounds from pulling the tube longer inspired … Continue reading →

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Listen: Brijean – “Ocean” [2021]

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Very Warm

Oakland’s Brijean (aka Brijean Murphy with Doug Stuart) put out a record that I saw a lot of people I trust talk about in 2019, Walkie Talkie. I definitely enjoyed the LP but it always slipped my mind when it … Continue reading →

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Listen: Kalbells – “Purplepink” [2021]

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Very Warm

NY’s Kalbells made one of my favorite EPs of 2020, Mothertime, and are already on their way to put out a new LP, Max Heart, coming March 26th via NNA Tapes. I’ve had the chance to check it out and … Continue reading →

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Playlist: Nightlife Daydream – A City Pop Fantasy

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Very Warm

Coming to you in the quarantine with another hot playlist! Previously I hoped to soothe your mornings with gentle caresses of folk and ambient music. This time I’m centering on something a bit different, but it still attempts to answer … Continue reading →

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Listen: Wednesday Campanella – “Aladdin” [2017]

Posted on December 7, 2019 by Very Warm

I somehow got put onto the eccentric pop stylings of Japanese group Wednesday Campanella. Led by magnetic personality KOM_I, their album Superman has been in constant rotation for me for the last month. I know a lot of folks dig ultra-crafty pop … Continue reading →

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Listen: Jenny Hval – “Accident” [2019]

Posted on September 9, 2019 by Very Warm

My favorite song (according to my mood right now – the whole thing is amazing) from the upcoming Jenny Hval album The Practice Of Love is out NOW with a great video as always from Hval’s frequent collaborator Zia Anger (+starring … Continue reading →

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