Category: Music Reviews
Haiku Review: Kendrick Lamar, Little Dragon, Splashh
Kendrick Lamar – DAMN. Intense yet laid back, Kendrick’s latest masterpiece is finally here. Little Dragon – Season High Cryptic, hypnotic, Layered hooks and melodies, Dreamy, strong vocals Splashh – Waiting a Lifetime Dreamy alt-pop vibes, Sunny and summery feel, Fun and upbeat songs.
Review: Blaenavon – ‘That’s Your Lot’
Today is a good day, because 1) it’s the weekend—TGIf, folks—and 2) Hampshire, England-based Blaenavon is dropping their debut album. That’s Your Lot, via Transgressive and Canvasback, is produced by Jim Abbiss (Arctic Monkeys, Adele) and is five years in the making. Blaenavon released a few EPs after their very first single “Into The Night” hit ears all the…
Haiku Review: Father John Misty, The New Pornographers, Cold War Kids
Father John Misty – Pure Comedy Classic vibes and sounds, Acoustic with upbeat tunes, Rare yet familiar. The New Pornographers – Whiteout Conditions Alluring lyrics, Catchy melodies and sounds, Poppy and fun beats. Cold War Kids – LA DIVINE Dark motifs and feel Contrasted with hopeful sound, Indie pop goldmine.
Review: Tei Shi – ‘Crawl Space’
As improvements in technology have expanded musical possibilities and resulted in a surge of experimental music, it can be difficult for an artist to differentiate themselves in such an extensive landscape. For Grimes-approved new wave pop artist Tei Shi–real name Valerie Teicher–this isn’t an issue. Born in Argentina, the 26-year-old singer-songwriter and producer makes music…
Haiku Review: The Jesus and Mary Chain, Spiral Stairs, Mount Eerie
The Jesus and Mary Chain – Damage and Joy Dark and lofty sound, Highly anticipated, Idyllic yet dim Spiral Stairs – Doris and the Daggers Pavement’s lead singer, Approachable yet airy, Relaxed and chill sounds Mount Eerie – A Crow Looked at Me Heartbreaking story, Tearful tale of tragedy, Thoughts on death and loss…
Review: Drew Beskin – ‘Cha-Ching Machine’
Drew Beskin has worn many hats. He’s been the frontman for the bands The District Attorneys, Party Dolls and PURSES, which have spanned Atlanta and Athens venues such as Smith’s Olde Bar and the Caledonia Lounge. He’s also been serving as the manager of the Georgia Theatre in Athens for the past few years. These days,…
Haiku Review: Real Estate, Zarra Larrson, Frances
Real Estate – In Mind Driven by guitar, Reminiscent of oldies, Groove in all the tracks Zara Larsson – So Good Pop with extra sass, Hooks that stick better than glue, Radio ready! Frances – Things I’ve Never Said Piano for days, Effortless vocal styling, Float along with her
Haiku Review: The Shins, Jay Som, John Andrews & The Yawns
The Shins – Heartworms Whimsical and fun, Dancey yet sentimental, Heartworms warms the heart Jay Som – Everybody Works Feminine and soft, Telling and lifelike vignettes, Musical vision of love John Andrews & The Yawns – Bad Posture Descriptive lyrics, Intimate, soft melodies, An acoustic dream
Haiku Review: Dirty Projectors, Xiu Xiu, Summer Moon
Dirty Projectors – Dirty Projectors Cryptic melodies, Circular loops and layers, A tale of heartbreak Xiu Xiu – Forget Abrasive yet calm, abstract and moving lyrics, dark and grim album. Summer Moon – With You Tonight Far, lofty vocals driving bass and melodies Strokes’ basist’s new band
Haiku Review: Big Sean, Sampha, Syd
Syd – Fin Sauve and sultry voice Velvety smooth production Syd’s dropped her debut Sampha – Process King of baritone A one man gospel choir We’re under his spell Big Sean – I Decided Jhené on a track Flow got Curry inspired Sean Don has bounced back