[INDIE/SYNTHWAVE] Yeah Yeah Yeahs – “Always” Teaser Video

The Yeah Yeah Yeahs announced last month their inevitable return with their upcoming album Mosquito. Although they have been pretty hush hush about the whole project, they released one video with their original announcement and have just dropped a 49 second preview of another track titled “Always.” I wish they would just give us a whole song to listen through, but I suppose this wash of dreamy synthwave will have to do for now. Look for... Read More

[CHILL/HIP-HOP] Nico Segal – “Struggles” Illasoul: Shades of Blue Trailer

Nico Segal, the jazz trumpet phenom from the rising stars of Kids These Days, is preparing to release his debut solo album in the form of Illasoul: Shades of Blue. Between recording their second album and non stop touring, Nico has somehow found a way to incorporate members of Kids These Days (among many talented others) to guest spot on what is stacking up to by a fantastically chill jazz/blues inspired hip-hop album. Check out the trailer for... Read More

::M∆DE:IN:HEIGHTS:: – APORIA: IN THESE §TREETS

  I know what you’re thinking. Yes, that is how their name is spelled and yes, they love to use symbols in everything. Beyond being a bit frustrating as a blogger to remember the keystrokes for ∆ and § (Thank God for copy/paste), ::M∆DE:IN:HEIGHTS:: has a truly lovely sound that is very soothing yet very upbeat. Running around in the territory of mythical/dreamy/filth pop, the amazing use of synths, bass, and drum kit keeps the listener... Read More