BF/C channels the classics and updates that vibe with an indie sensibility on their gorgeous new single Crying_1. This is how we imagine Roy Orbison might have sounded if he were produced by Kate Bush.
The singers vintage croon offers glorious contrast beneath this art electro design . The sonic choices are collectively intriguing, with shimmering synths vibrating where violins traditionally would have been. The complex arrangement bridges the ethos of Vangelis and Phil Spector. It’s an incredible electric orchestration, suitable to put this Swedish art pop export on the map.
The composition at its essence is a great song. Produced in this manner, it’s genius.
Hear Crying_1 now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
We were sucked into the aggressive groove that introduces Balance, the new single from BEVERLEE. The artists pivots out of the intro into an eclectic composition that flirts between several stylistic worlds. The artist is an effective chameleon. The dark sections add a chaotic energy in contrast to the smart pop verses.
She bridges the wide gap between St Vincent and Sheryl Crow. We could also hear similarities to Japanese Breakfast and Polica. It’s a testament to the dubstep influence and how it infiltrates her indie pop instincts. She’s using all that’s available to her and the result is truly exhilarating.
Balance is featured on our Best New Indie Playist.
Divorce Court finds new nostalgia on his intoxicating single Better. The rich synth design has immersive depth, it swallows you in its harmonious scope. Engulfed in this synth laden dream state, the artist adds an infectious beat.
The contrast comes in the emotionally disconnected vocal as the artist leans into his acquired jade, a facet known to most creatives. “We’re getting better.” Hearing him trying to convince himself is oddly comforting, but most effectively, charming. Instinctually catchy, the vulnerability adds to the projects relatability. Divorce Court is a sure thing for fans of Francis and the Lights or Joji.
Hear Better now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
We got tangled into the shimmering guitar arrangement heard on Hazel, the new single from Phil Curtis. The stacked interweaved instruments jangle and buzz, a testament to their candid presentation. In that way the arrangement recalls the works of Kurt Vile, whereas the vocal trends more Conor Oberst. Like both of them Curtis has his own unique poetic flavor.
Melodically intriguing and full of exciting contrast, Curtis caps it off with a furious guitar solo dressed in sonic chaos. We can dig it.
Hear Hazel now on our Best New Indie Playlist.
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