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Callum Sheehan's "chimera": Can "Decadent Electronic Longing" be a New Genre?

The 16-year-old Ontario musician’s new single is a pensive reflection on young lost love.

Song commentaryJonathan DelpJanuary 6, 2021Indie Music, Indie Rap, Electronic Music, Emotional, Lost Love, Rising Artists Comments

"Dirty Grind" by The Scummies: Art Punk Fun Wrapped in a Melody That Rollerblades Through The Brain

The first single by the Chicago-area duo is a simple yet catchy commentary on the state of today’s mainstream artistic output.

Song commentaryJonathan DelpAugust 28, 2020The Scummies, Art Punk, Punk, Indie, Indie Music, Bass and Drum, Social Commentary, Art Commentary, New Music, New Releases Comments

'Folklore' Review: Taylor Swift Manufactures Indie Rustic Cabin Pop

“Folklore” may be written in a mansion but with the homegrown nature escape vibes, it doesn’t matter. Elite production carries Taylor Swift’s manufactured rustic pop album.

Album ReviewJonathan DelpJuly 30, 2020Taylor Swift, Folklore, Pop Music, Indie Aesthetic, Indie Music, Pop Stars, Bon Iver, Justin Vernon, Aaron Dessner, The National, Jack Antonoff, New AlbumsComment

Music That Gets You High: 'Mordechai' by Khruangbin is a Calm River Flow

“Mordechai” has one setting, and that’s liquid cool. The Audio Glow listens to Khruangbin for the very first time.

Album ReviewJonathan DelpJuly 2, 2020Khruangbin, Mordechai, New Album, New Releases, Chill Music, Texas Music, Indie Music, Global Music, Commentary, ReviewsComment