SKORTS blend a diverse set of influences convincingly on their new single R4DR4M. The initial verse sets a chic assertive vibe. It’s full of attitude and punk inspired conviction. Somehow they adapt out of that section with indie dance appeal without feeling like a forced transition. It’s smooth and an exhilarating surprise for the listener.
It’s no wonder they’re crushing the NYC live scene. It’s the kind progressive shift to thrust a concert audience into hyperdrive. For us the single bridges the gap between The Kills, Blondie, and Fleetwood Mac. Get into it.
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Mac the Knife are anthemic on their new single Golden. The proclamatory delivery of the vocal performance reeks with theatrical flair. Like a master of affairs you imagine him awakening the lost souls of some erratically organized festival in need of a rock pick me up. Golden has that kind of revivalist aura, blending the worlds of post punk and melodic rock impressively.
The fury is released and then contained again in tandem with the arrangements dramatic progression. Stylistically for us it blends the worlds of IDLES and the Killers. It’s got street cred and radio potential courtesy of its undeniably catchy pump.
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Sophia Warren wades into choppy waters on her new single Please Don’t Hate Me. This dialog bring a cinematic reverence to this vibe. It feels tailor made for anyone who’s had one of those nights, the kind you’re not sure the worlds ready to hear about.
A complex combination of self doubt and insecurity clutters the lyrical landscape as Warren quarrels with her inner demons. Her voice is worthy of a minimalistic indie pop arrangement, but within this indie rock vibe it offers beautiful contrast. Stylistically we hear a blend of The Cars and Boy Genius with a hint of classic grunge. We’re into it.
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Modern Daze deep soaks into the vibe on their new single goesdownslow. This dreamy slowcore shoegaze blend enwraps you like a musical cloak. The affect is enhanced by the fitting album cover, as a drop sinks into a liquid abyss, reflecting the musics immersive nature. The brooding groove never drags, as the band effectively propels the performance despite its slow essence.
Beyond the aesthetic goesdownslow is a clever composition with radio appeal courtesy of a catchy vocal part. We hear an influence of Deftones and more recently Nothing and Title Fight. It’s freakin awesome.
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