Fugazi’s songs were filled with fierce, ear-catching guitarwork, but out-and-out solos? Not so much. That’s why it’s so fascinating to hear the post-hardcore heroes’ rhythm…
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Hatchie Is Saying Goodbye to Pop Cliche
Harriette Pilbeam was struggling to write songs for her new album when, one day last year, she suddenly had an idea. “I was like, ‘I…
Song You Need to Know: Vampire Weekend, ‘Harmony Hall’
It’s been six years since we heard from Vampire Weekend. So how are they feeling these days? Judging by the lead single from their upcoming…
Song You Need to Know: Zara Larsson, ‘Ruin My Life’
Simplicity is harder and harder to come by in pop music, but simplicity is often more effective than anything. On “Ruin My Life,” 20-year-old Zara…
Song You Need to Know: Camp Cope, ‘The Face of God’
Australian band Camp Cope doesn’t shy away from honesty, and its sophomore album How to Socialise & Make Friends is a jarring indictment of sexism, the music…