Folk/Country
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The London-based avant-pop duo’s debut mixes eccentric electronica with subtle sophistication with varied successes. (3.2/5)
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Throughout the 70s, Brazil has birthed some of the most innovative and enchanting art-pop and samba music in South America.
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Unrequited love is the theme as the noise pop band balances their abrasiveness with emo-like sentimentalities. (4/5)
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The mythic American band’s latest album is rather decent for an alt-country throwback, relying on Jeff Tweedy’s songwriting to carry itself. (3.2/5)
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Simply put, Elliott Smith’s third album optimises indie songwriting to favour emotive, poppy, & sophisticated perfection both lyrically & musically.
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It’s as elegant as it is soothing in its composition, making for a fine addition to the Mexican folk canon. (4/5)
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Calm, peaceful, dreamy. Shade means well, but its production choice gets in a way of warranting Grouper a pathway to more recognition. (2.2/5)
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A collaborative effort between a beloved singer-songwriter & an unknown artist proves to be tantalising both in its words & its notes. (3.8/5)
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Between Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon & The National’s Aaron Dessner, the album doesn’t have enough substance to form its identity. (2.3/5)
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The ambitious second album from the American viral musician brings a nostalgic look into ageing even if it all feels too familiar or if it lacks a certain impact in its reach to make you think about life. (3.1/5)
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