Synth Pop

Jesse Ruins – "Talk To Alicia" [Premiere]

Some bands surf their own synthesizers. Jesse Ruins dodge them like characters trapped in a video game. A brand new signing to tastemaking label Lefse Records, this Tokyo three-piece wind deceptively…

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Yalls – "Preta"

Covering a tremendous amount of sonic ground under the stage name Yalls, Dan Casey has deviated away from his past indie rock projects, and has gravitated toward upbeat synth-pop. Californian singer-songwriter…

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The Juan MacLean – "You Are My Destiny"

After nearly four years without an official release, John MacLean's solo project The Juan MacLean is back in full force, dropping "You Are My Destiny". Stepping back into the game where…

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Vampire Weekend – "Daine Young" + "Step"

After performing and building anticipation of where they are heading on their new album at SXSW, Vampire Weekend announced that they are droping two new songs today. "Diane Young" was officially…

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Lemaitre – "Cut To Black"

The Norwegian duo Lemaitre (often stylized Lemâtre) have been busy creating electronic gems in past year, releasing three EPs filled with catchy and clever ballads. While the sound portrayed on their last…

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Little Boots – "Motorway"

It's been four years since English electro-pop artist Little Boots dropped her debut, an album that stirred up the saturated pop market with a new take on established styles. 2009's Hands took…

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The Indie Sabbath – Week 35

A Quick Word from the Author: February seems to be living up to expectations, despite how high the bar has been set so far this year. The music is just…

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The Strokes – "One Way Trigger"

Throughout their 14 year career, The Strokes have taken their audience on a journey through "The Modern Age" while peaking at heights as tall as "Macchu Picchu" along the way. When…

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Mausi – "Move"

Synth-driven band Mausi have set the pace for a great year with dance heavy “Move”. The Newcastle four piece have been on the scene since 2010 and have recently gained…

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Ra Ra Riot – "Dance With Me"

Syracuse-based Ra Ra Riot have been itching for their big breakout, and while they have had their moments — “Dying Is Fine” off of The Rhumb Line and “Boy” off…

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Daily 2% – Chilled and Ready to Serve [iamamiwhoami]

Today's delivery is brought to you by iamamiwhoami. This electronic music project is spearheaded by Swedish singer-songwriter Joanna Lee and gets production efforts from Claes Björklund. I use the term "project"…

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Trails and Ways – Detornar-se EP [Premiere]

Much to our chagrin, in a sorry plight the highly anticipated musical fire of 2012 hit wide of the mark. The expected aces disappointed more often than not, and our…

Jesse Ruins – "Talk To Alicia" [Premiere]

Yalls – "Preta"

The Juan MacLean – "You Are My Destiny"

Vampire Weekend – "Daine Young" + "Step"

Lemaitre – "Cut To Black"

Little Boots – "Motorway"

The Indie Sabbath – Week 35

The Strokes – "One Way Trigger"

Mausi – "Move"

Ra Ra Riot – "Dance With Me"

Daily 2% – Chilled and Ready to Serve [iamamiwhoami]

Trails and Ways – Detornar-se EP [Premiere]

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