2021
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Spellbinding. The mix of emotional lyricism, bewitching instrumentation and a delicate intertwining between folk and rock have helped to establish what might’ve been the most overlooked album of 2021 so far. (4.5/5)
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The anticipated third album from a notable American project by Michelle Zauner shows some lush instrumentation & mixing, but it’s ultimately a rather unextraordinary listening experience even with its immaculate first two tracks. (3.3/5)
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After nearly 12 years’ worth of wait, the cult-loved indietronic duo finally delivers their fourth LP. Melding explosive production, melodic dream pop & dynamic kick drums to an otherworldly experience, longtime fans will find more to come in this record. Summative Verdict 4.0/5 Initially an unknown group from San Francisco, California in the U.S, you…
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The definite feel-good album of the year so far, Porter Robinson’s signature blend of electro-synth-pop is mixed with folk alongside a more choppy production that leads to a vibrant, dynamic and wholesome collection of songs around enjoying life. (4.6/5)
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Simply put, there’s very little substance in this sophomore release. All tracks blend in together no matter the length, the grandiose presentation is excruciatingly gaudy & its sounds sounds like it’s ripped straight out of a derivative 70s’ hard rock band. (1.4/5)
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At its best, it feels like the new wave of the future – the band’s debut album mixes in glitchy, pastiche-like bricolage of hyperpop with the melody & catchiness of pop-punk to make the most infectious experimental hit out there. A serious potential for cult classic in a few years’ time. (4.2/5)
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This is the first amongst the series of blog posts that revolves around covering the history of the genre, the reputation that it has garnered & the direction that it might take in the future. The title of the series isn’t exactly the best but it’s as close to the premise as I can possibly…
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30 Years have passed since the release of Spiderland by Slint – one of the most important records for pioneering Post-Rock, for its unique melancholy takes & for its instrumental prowess thanks in part to its guitar rhythms & drumming. In 1990, a group of young adults from Louisville, Kentucky have made a post-hardcore album…
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A combination of both baroque orchestration with Weezer’s signature appeal to memorable hooks lead to one of the band’s most solid work post-Pinkerton. (3.8/5)
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