Meryl Streek Is Still Angry in ‘Songs for the Deceased’
In Songs for the Deceased Irish avant-garde punk’s Meryl Streek rages against the landlord class, which perpetuates the violent system of precarity.
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Everything You Know Means Nothing: Problematic Art and Crystal Castles’ Legacy
An abusive past with Crystal Castles haunts former singer Alice Glass. Glass haunts her past back with her multi-artist, confrontational goth synthpunk.
Sleaford Mods Discuss Music, Politics, Pandemics, and the Need for a New Humanism
Outspoken electropunks Sleaford Mods revel in their journey and call for a new humanism while speaking out about how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the music business and the body politic.
‘Modern’ Is the Pinnacle of Post-Comeback Buzzcocks’ Records
Presented as part of the new Buzzcocks' box-set, Sell You Everything, Modern showed a band that wasn't interested in just repeating itself or playing to nostalgia.
British Producer Mura Masa Gets Experimental and Nostalgic on ‘RYC’
Mura Masa's RYC turns towards nostalgia and ends up stunting the promise of his previous work, although it shows a willingness to experiment that proves the producer is still one to watch.
Detroit Dance-Punk Duo ADULT. Deliver the Goods with Exhilarating New Record ‘This Behavior’
Dark, dangerous, and wrapped in anarchic black leather, ADULT. return with a stunning record that matches the feverish spirit of 2003's Anxiety Always.
Death Grips Produce Another Fun Ride on ‘Year of the Snitch’
Experimental hip-hop act Death Grips returns with a more straightforward and direct offering in the rock-infused Year of the Snitch.