First Listen: New Releases for 15 January
A little more catch-up and some solid new listens. Artist : Pearl Charles Album : Magic Mirror Quick Description : Gorgeous retro indie pop. Why You Should Listen : Reminiscent of Feist in many ways, but really bright and fun. Overall Thoughts : I don't see that we caught her previous album, although it appears I was listening to it at one point. Still, this album was so wonderful. In what's been a real weird time in America, you have an album here that really does some interesting stuff in its approach to pop music. A truly fascinating listen, and one that I think most everyone would find some value in. Recommendation : Make time for this one. Artist : Pom Poko Album : Cheater Quick Description : New album from the Norweigian indie rockers. Why You Should Listen : Lots of growth from their debut while still staying familiar. Overall Thoughts : Pom Poko always seems off, but in that good way when you're hearing things repeatedly and still find something new. T...