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Tomato Flower
No
In many ways, the debut album from the indie rock and math pop outfit feels like a budding set of ideas that could develop into an expansive and exciting career. The band plays around with some very raw and rough-sounding math pop ideas. However, the band leans a bit too heavily into being such huge fans of Sweet Trip, which can be extremely distracting, especially considering Sweet Trip's more neo-psychedelic direction as of late.
3.0
03.16.24
Homeshake
CD Wallet
Peter Sagar?s newest album under the HOMESHAKE name feels like a pretty grand divergence from what he has been doing on his last few releases. We still get a heavy dose of simplistic and booming indie jams that are low key and emotional. However, on ?CD Wallet? we see Peter kind of dip his toe into the experimental slacker rock side and even tries his hand at doing a small King Krule style of rock music. There is definitely a lot to love here, but the 9 minute closer really detracts from the rest of the simplistic and easy going stuff.
3.5
03.16.24
Moor Mother
The Great Bailout
The newest album from one of the greatest names in the underground hip hop scene is both intriguing and somewhat superficial. moor mother's music has traversed various genres, from experimental, industrial, and abstract hip hop to side projects in jazz and even noise rock. However, on "The Great Bailout," she delves into an electroacoustic direction with undertones of experimental hip hop and poetry. While everything seems like it should coalesce, nothing quite comes together as expected. I find enjoyment in the listening experience, but it tends to fade from memory once it's over. Additionally, the two 9-minute tracks on the album feel overl
3.0
03.16.24
Slow Hollows
Bullhead
Slow Hollows' latest record sees the LA-based band revisiting the successful sound they cultivated in 2015, characterized by heavy-hitting and booming slacker rock and indie rock vibes. While the album draws influence from indie rock legends like The National, the group strives to carve out a unique and straightforward musical style. However, "Bullhead" falls short of reaching the heights it aspires to. Many songs feel unfinished or too brief to leave a lasting impact. Nonetheless, I remain eager to see what direction the band takes next, given the inherent enjoyment in their style.
3.0
03.16.24
GosT
Prophecy
James Lollar's latest album, "Prophecy," is undeniably haunting and grim, yet it falls short of delivering a truly immersive experience. Instead, it comes across as a shallow and at times grating dark synth record, relying too heavily on emulating the sounds of 80s horror sci-fi movies rather than forging its own expansive and enriching sonic landscape. While the album certainly boasts edge and bite, each track tends to blend together, lacking differentiation from one another. It's intriguing to note that while "Prophecy" isn't a full-fledged EBM project, it shares many of the same shortcomings that plagued modern EDM and dubstep during the m
2.0
03.16.24
Jean Dawson
Boohoo
Jean Dawson's latest EP reaffirms his potential to become one of the most intriguing figures in the realm of popular bedroom R&B. He possesses a remarkable knack for crafting captivating and expansive pop and R&B tunes, fearlessly dabbling in a variety of styles and sounds. With this release, we witness a darker facet of his music that has yet to be explored, hinting at intriguing possibilities for future sonic directions. While there's a noticeable influence from Kanye West, Dawson confidently forges his own path on these tracks, showcasing his distinct artistic vision.
4.0
03.16.24
Kim Gordon
The Collective
Kim Gordon stands out as an intriguing figure in the realm of industrial and experimental music. Throughout her career, she's been brimming with innovative ideas, yet often constrained by the sense that her work resembles a diluted version of others'. Her fourth album, "The Collective," maintains this pattern. It exudes a grimy, dark ambiance, evoking the atmosphere of a wet and sticky alley in NYC. However, the album falls short of pushing boundaries. While it possesses the intriguing and intense production style reminiscent of recent Low albums, as well as the experimental hip-hop elements found in projects like Injury Reserve, it also chan
3.5
03.16.24
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