As fresh-faced as the kids making it, the self-titled debut release simultaneously felt worldly, inclusive, and permanent.
436. Margot & the Nuclear So and So’s – The Dust of Retreat
Pop song craft in its highest form, tormented themes, unexpected twists, and sweeping instrumentalism.
437. Le Loup – The Throne of the Third Heaven of the Nations’ Millennium General Assembly
Do not expect immediacy with this album though. Its hook takes 39 minutes to set.
438. Taken By Trees – Open Field
Quiet and precise. Stoic minimalism perfectly distilled into beautiful and thoughtful vignettes.
442. Architecture in Helsinki – In Case We Die
Music like a big ass snake, slithering right on up that tree. Its flickering tongue leading it towards prey.
444. Blair – Die Young
All I’m capable of doing is pressing repeat.
458. Beach Fossils – S/T
The hum of this record is so intoxicating. The sound almost shimmers.
461. Beirut – Flying Club Cup
Close your eyes when you listen to this record. It is impossible to remain where you are.
466. Beulah – When Your Heartstrings Break
Despite the shimmery, sunny flow of what Beulah presents on their sophomore release, there is something much deeper at work.
469. Alec Ounsworth – Mo Beauty
The main reason Mo Beauty has been on endless repeat is, it’s so damn good.