Baths Romaplasm (Anticon) A taste for the vocal delivery on a good chunk of Romaplasm is definitely an acquired taste, but it undoubtedly catches […]

Sango In the Comfort of (Last Gang Records) The album begins with “His Name.”  This strong intro makes it easy to appreciate the […]

Miguel War & Leisure (RCA Records) Miguel’s War & Leisure starts of with “Criminal,” a track that rocks. It’s simultaneously heavy and light, and […]

Fever Ray Plunge (MUTE) Fever Ray’s Plunge allows listeners to dive deep into Karin Dreijer’s sonic curiosities. The album starts of with […]

Majid Jordan The Space Between (OVO Sound) A funky, slightly moody “Intro” sets the tone for Majid Jordan’s The Space Between, and promptly […]

Sisters of Mercy Some Girls Wander By Mistake (Warner Music UK) The 4 LP re-issue of Sisters of Mercy’s Some Girls Wander By […]

METZ Strange Peace (Sub Pop Records) Since their debut in 2012, METZ have shown no signs of slowing down. Strange Peace is no different. […]

Jhené Aiko Trip (Def Jam Recordings) Jhené Aiko’s Trip opens with “LSD,” concisely setting the tone for this extremely personal R&B album tinged […]

The National Sleep Well Beast (4AD) Their first album since 2013’s masterful Trouble Will Find Me, The National’s Sleep Well Beast starts off strong […]

Daniel Caesar Freudian (Golden Child Recordings) Toronto singer/songwriter Daniel Caesar’s Freudian starts off with the catchy, but soft single, “Get You” (featuring Kali Uchis). […]