ALBUM REVIEW: “Forever So” by Husky
A warm melodic debut from Melbourne’s Husky, Forever So is a cohesive chunk of soothing tunes in the vein of Fleet Foxes and The Middle East.
HEAR THIS: The Rocketboys
The Austin sextet is now a triplet! “Bloodless” off their forthcoming album shows a matured voice, not departed fully from the emotive and melodic Rocketboys sound.
ALBUM REVIEW: “Adventures In Your Own Backyard” by Patrick Watson
Patrick Watson’s band Patrick Watson attempt to reach dizzying experimental heights on their latest album with ethereal, but often lackluster results.
FROM ACROSS THE POND: The 2 Bears
A London collaboration with Goddard from Hot Chip, The 2 Bears make light-hearted and dance-happy music for ravers to pop-lovers and anywhere in between.
HEAR THIS: 1, 2, 3
The Pittsburgh outfit pens lullabies for grown-ups that feature laconic vocals and occasional xylophone, creating a zen, dreamy soundscape.
HEAR THIS: Galapagoose
Melbourne’s Galapagoose creates down-tempo, dreamy electro, and expertly uses choppy samples to create a soothing, ambient aural landscape.
ALBUM REVIEW: “My Head Is An Animal” by Of Monsters and Men
Icelandic ensemble create joyous indie-rock with sweet folk undertones and swelling choruses that will delight.
ALBUM REVIEW: “Prisoner” by The Jezabels
The Jezabels dynamic debut does not disappoint, with its infectious and epic brand of alt-rock, and this generation’s answer to Kate Bush.