Summary: Ace of Base’s debut album, “The Sign,” is a fusion of upbeat synth-pop and reggae that became a massive international success. The band, comprised of four Swedes, created a sound that quickly gained popularity among radio programmers, record executives, and fans alike. The album, which sold over 26 million units, was a surreal and…
Summary: The album “Lados B” by Daniel Villarreal is a sunny and vibey jazz record recorded outdoors during the pandemic. The album features bassist Anna Butterss and guitarist Jeff Parker, and was recorded in the backyard of International Anthem founder Scottie McNeice in LA. The album is filled with a sense of rediscovery and anti-nostalgia,…
Summary: On her new album “Death is Home,” Aïsha Devi creates alien landscapes that encourage self-reflection. Devi’s sound is defined by gothic scale and darkness, making it more suitable for lone adventurers than big rooms. Her previous albums, particularly “DNA Feelings,” were challenging but rewarding listens. “Death is Home” pushes the boundaries even further, creating…
Summary: Mon Laferte’s new album, Autopoiética, showcases her versatility as an artist as she experiments with different genres and styles. The album features synthy bossa nova, breezy trip hop, pummeling dance-punk, and dirty perreo. Laferte embraces her individuality and refuses to be defined by fixed gender roles, while also exploring themes of pleasure and empowerment….
Summary: Aesop Rock’s tenth album, “Integrated Tech Solutions,” showcases his shift from athletic feats on the mic to more expressive modes. The album features Aesop Rock’s signature dense, interlocking syllables and layered rhymes, but with a more rhythmic and conversational delivery. His production has also progressed, with a focus on rap as expression rather than…
Summary: Iceland Airwaves music festival is set to return for another year, showcasing a range of local and international artists. The festival aims to support and platform local musicians in Iceland’s thriving music scene. Some of the essential new acts to watch out for include Árný Margrét, Balming Tiger, Gaidaa, Kneecap, Lime Garden, Matilda Lyn,…
Summary: The Beatles have released their “final song”, titled “Now and Then,” with the help of artificial intelligence. The surviving Beatles, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, used AI to isolate instruments and vocals and enhance the original recording of John Lennon’s voice and piano. The song features new parts recorded by McCartney and Starr, as…
Summary: The Beatles were declared the greatest band of all time, as every song they produced was ranked in order of greatness. Out of the 185 self-penned tunes they released commercially, there were only a few that could be considered “shonky”. Their songs revolutionized various genres of music and had a lasting impact on pop…
Summary: Melbourne artist ENOLA is set to release their debut EP, “All Is Forgiven”. The EP pairs the project’s first two singles from 2022, “Strange Comfort” and “Metal Body”, with new material that continues ENOLA’s exploration of post-punk and alt-rock. ENOLA has had a busy 2023, joining forces with guitarist Josh Pendergrast, bassist Maya Alexandra,…
Summary: Johnny Marr reflects on his career and releases his first ever solo Best Of compilation called ‘Spirit Power’. He talks about how his solo career came about and the different themes and influences in his music. Marr discusses working with Billie Eilish on the James Bond theme song, “No Time To Die”, and compares…