The Wrecks’ unique sound: “Sonder” review 
The Wrecks really show their range on their sophomore album 

On June 10, the Los Angeles-based rock band, The Wrecks, released their second studio album, “Sonder.” This comes two years after the release of their debut album, “Infinitely Ordinary,” but […]

What’s in a (No)name?
A signal boost for the female Chicago-based rapper who dazzles with second album ‘Room 25’

It’s winter 2016. I’m driving through downtown Boise late one night with my crewwhen suddenly, my friend asks for the coveted aux cord. What he played next happens to now […]

Out of this world albums

Artist: Death Grips Album: Year of the Snitch Label: Harvest Records Release date: June 22, 2018 For fans of: Lil Ugly Mane The return of the veteran experimental hip-hop group […]

A Kendrick conundrum
Comparing two acclaimed albums from the world’s current rap icon

Kendrick Lamar – “DAMN.” Year Released: 2017 Like: Mos Def, Common, D’Angelo Songs to Try: “DUCKWORTH.,” “PRIDE.,” “DNA.” Pulitzer Prizes aren’t handed out to everyone, only the most deserving and […]

The best of the best
A weekly album review segment

Suuns “images du futur” Year Released: 2013 Like: pavement, Liars, Sonic Youth Highlighted Songs: ‘020,’ ‘Mirror Mirror’[102] “Images Du Futur” Montreal-based rock outfit Suuns’ 2013 album highlights an affliction to […]

The best of the best
A weekly album review segment

Aphex Twin “Syro” Year Released: 2014 Like: Boards of Canada, Squarepusher, Mu-Ziq Highlighted Songs: produk 29 [101], 180db_ [130], syro u473t8+e [141.98][piezoluminescence mix], aisatsana [102] With a techno/electronic career spanning almost […]