Song of the Week: U2 – “The Blackout”
Given global affairs as of late, where everything seems on the edge of collapse, it’s no shock that U2 returns with a song that wonders where we are and what…
Song of the Week: Beck – “Dear Life”
Beck is back and he’s ready to party!
Song of the Week: Julien Baker – “Appointments”
Julien Baker’s first album, Sprained Ankle, was one of the most powerful, devastating and still hopeful debuts of recent years. With just a sparse guitar, piano and her vocals, she…
Song of the Week: The Horrors – “Something To Remember Me By”
The Horrors excel at creating foreboding, atmospheric tunes.
Song of the Week: Alex Cameron – “Stranger’s Kiss”
On his debut, Alex Cameron elegantly fused sardonic lyrics and a warbly New Wave sound with moments of sincerity. On “Stranger’s Kiss” though, he leans into a Bruce Springsteen vibe.
Song of the Week: Alex Lahey – “Every Day’s The Weekend”
Few new artists can combine a sly wit with a catchy tune and kinetic energy. Unless you’re Alex Lahey!
Song of the Week: Emily Haines & The Soft Skeleton – “Planets”
For the last decade, Emily Haines’ main focus was on her work with Metric, as that band’s fortunes grew over their last three albums. But this year, she’s returning to…
Song of the Week: Nine Inch Nails – “LESS THAN”
At this point, whatever Trent Reznor writes for Nine Inch Nails, the only constant will be a sinister vibe. Otherwise, all bets are off. Take “LESS THAN,” from the band’s…
Song of the Week: Japanese Breakfast – “Road Head”
“Road Head” sounds like a song that you can float away on.