staff picks
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Transitory and triumphant, the sixth long player from the Austin-based, indie Americana outfit finds the band stepping outside of its' comfort zone, but keeping its dusty heart intact.
~ James Christopher Monger -
The third installment in Killer Mike’s I Pledge Allegiance to the Grind series finds the Atlanta rapper in top form, dropping street knowledge and social commentary like he was Joe Budden or Pharoahe Monch, and at a rapid-fire, Twista-like pace.
~ David Jeffries -
Dark and frosty synth-pop has made a recent resurgence, with acts like Cold Cave and Fever Ray leading the charge. Toronto’s Austra fits right in with this movement, but there’s a vulnerability to singer Katie Stelmanis’ voice that makes their debut especially compelling.
~ Heather Phares
