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, […]
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 […]
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. 069
Supercharged is The Matinee ’21 v. 069 edition, which is bookend by two rollicking numbers. In between, surprises abound from […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 057 – Lucy Dacus, Maple Glider, Stray Fossa, Mali, IDER, Teenage Fanclub
The Matinee ’21 v. 057 is all about finding strength within yourself and in others as well as understanding that […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 029 – Har Mar Superstar, The Gizz, New Pagans, Linn Koch-Emmery, Douglas, Misty Coast, Damen, & Aubrey Haddard
Songs about hope, honesty, a leap of faith, and, yes, a necromancer are featured on The Matinee ’21 v. 029. […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 021 – Portair, Belle Tower, Low Hummer, Hallan, VIOLET, and La Vie Sauvage
The Matinee ’21 v. 021 is like a mini-concert that starts off with a couple of more melodic fare before […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 016 – Thyla, Tuvaband, Miss Grit, DeWolff, EXUM, and aeseaes
A hypnotic quality rings through The Matinee ’21 v. 016 edition. Some songs will leave you entranced, and others might […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 014 – Morcheeba, Bengal Lancers, ViVii, Freedom Fry, Jake Whiskin, and Sjowgren
The Matinee ’21 v. 014 features six fantastic new songs. Each will take you to a different place, whether that […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 011 – Valerie June, Anorak Patch, Lower Myth, Cassandra Jenkins, THE ACTIONS, and Royal Blood
On this first day of the work week, The Matinee ’21 v. 011 offers a kaleidoscope of new music to […]
Still Corners – ‘The Last Exit’ (album review)
Desert-noir / dream-pop duo Still Corners stunningly and poignantly explore humanity’s plight on their dazzling new album, ‘The Last Exit’. […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 010 – Balthazar, KALI, Alex Bleeker, and Charli Adams
The Matinee ’21 v. 010 features a lean four songs that will elicit a range of emotions. Each, though, remind […]
The Matinee ’21 v. 008 – Bleach Lab, The Besnard Lakes, Hand Habits, Soleil Bleu, Number One Popstar, and Caroline Kingsbury
From the melancholic to the zany, from breathtaking to awe-inspiring, The Matinee ’21 v. 008 edition is a mini-soundtrack of […]
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 Matinee ’20 December 14
The Matinee ’20 December 14 is the last one for 2020! While we can’t wait for the year to end, […]
The Matinee ’20 November 18
On this hump day, we’ve opted to share some mellower fare on The Matinee ’20 November 18. The mini-playlist still […]
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 […]
The Matinee ’20 November 6
After a long week, get your pick-me-up with the The Matinee ’20 November 6 edition. Ten songs from nine artists […]
The Matinee ’20 October 23
Halloween may be next week, but The Matinee ’20 October 23 edition is full of surprises. Grab your earphones or […]
First Impressions: Future Islands – ‘As Long As You Are’
For their sixth album, As Long As You Are, indie synth-pop royal Future Islands opted for an unexpected tranquil image […]