First Listen: New Releases for March 3
So many new releases, so little time... Nothing crazy stands out this week, though. Artist : Bleached Album : Can You Deal? Quick Description : Bleached goes for a cleaner, power pop sound. Why You Should Listen : Bleached has been really good for a while, and this continues that trend. Overall Thoughts : This EP probably isn't the shift that I think it is, but it feels like it is anyway. The first two songs are among the best they've done, and this is just a solid, quick listen for some alt-rock tinged indie. If "Flipside" doesn't get stuck in your head, I don't know what to tell you. Recommendation : A great listen this week. Artist : The Knitts Album : Retreat Quick Description : 15 years later, we're still trying to emulate The Strokes. Why You Should Listen : You're into non-ironic straightforward rock music. Overall Thoughts : This isn't good. And it's not bad in a "it's passe" way (though it is) or that ...