Most Anticipated Albums of 2023
After sharing our 20 Artists to Watch, we turn our attention the Most Anticipated Albums of 2023. The list is […]
The Mega, Mega Playlist of 2022
As is tradition, our final post of the year is The Mega, Mega Playlist of 2022. This year’s edition features […]
The Matinee ’22 v. 129 – Nation of Language, Let’s Eat Grandma, HÆLOS, Mazey Haze, Phantom Youth, Charlotte Spiral, Pearla, Divorce, Dumb
The Matinee ’22 v. 129 gets a bit nostalgic and introspective, featuring songs that beckon to forgotten eras as well […]
The Matinee ’22 v. 072
The Matinee ’22 v. 072 has ten songs, which can be described as dreamy, sinister, zany, stark, wistful, suspenseful, and, […]
The Mega, Mega Playlist of 2021
As another year draws to a conclusion, another opportunity presents itself to review the year in music – this time […]
Favorite 50 Albums of 2021
Trying to come out with our Favorite 50 Albums of 2021 was no easy task because it meant leaving off […]
Nation of Language – ‘A Way Forward’ (album review)
Once again, Nation of Language turn ’80s new wave and synth-pop into a transcendent affair on their marvelous sophomore album, […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 144 – Dahlia Sleeps, Constant Smiles, Nation of Language, Eades, Anjimile, Mogli, Ruby Jones, Bodega, Charlotte Spiral
The Matinee ’21 v. 144 is like walking into an art gallery, where every turn leads to something unique and, […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 127 – Emma Ruth Rundle, Deserta, Nation of Language, Curtis Harding, Gustaf, Laddermen, Yard Act, Keg, Trace Mountains
The Matinee ’21 v. 127 celebrates the music of long-time favorites who have moved us with their emotional power and […]
Nation of Language – “This Fractured Mind” (new single)
This Fractured Mind by Nation of Language Is it too early to anoint Nation of Language as the best band […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 099
For The Matinee ’21 v. 099 edition, we have opted to showcase the power of stellar songwriting, where no matter […]
Nation of Language – “Across That Fine Line” (new single)
Across That Fine Line by Nation of Language For those who have become one Nation of Language‘s early supporters know […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 004 – Middle Kids, Still Corners, Nation of Language, Babehoven, OSKA, and Julien Baker
Six more songs are featured on the The Matinee ’21 v. 004 edition. Five of the names you likely will […]
The Mega, Mega Playlist of 2020
As is tradition in these parts on New Year’s Eve, we share The Mega, Mega Playlist of 2020. Nearly ten hours […]
Favorite 50 Albums of 2020
Now we come to the Grand Finale of lists – our Favorite 50 Albums of 2020. As is always the […]
Nation of Language – “A Different Kind of Life” (single)
As a result of COVID-19, New York City synth-pop band Nation of Language had to delay the release of their […]
Nation of Language – ‘Introduction, Presence’ (album review)
Nation of Language bring the past to the present yet make ’80s New Wave and synth-pop their very own on […]
The Matinee ’20 May 8
For The Matinee ’20 May 8 edition, we borrow from our Valentine’s Day edition theme. Then we expressed why we loved […]
The Matinee ’20 April 17
Take a musical holiday this weekend with The Matinee April 17 edition, which features 8 songs that will take you […]
The Matinee ’20 March 27
The Matinee ’20 March 27th edition gives us exactly what we all need right now: music to get lost in. […]