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A slower week after last week's big one. Artist : Soft Science Album : Maps Quick Description : Shoegazey pop rock. Why You Should Listen : This is the best release from last week that we missed? Overall Thoughts : We missed this from last week, and I’m glad I tripped up on it. It has some alt-rock elements mixed with some shoegaze, and there are simply hooks for days on this. In a week where I liked a lot of things but didn’t love anything, this would otherwise be my album of the week. As it stands, though, this is a stellar listen that should have some real longevity in my rotation, and it’s different than a lot of what I’m hearing lately. Recommendation : Worth your time. Artist : Lykke Li Album : so sad so sexy Quick Description : The European alt-popper is back with something truly great. Why You Should Listen : Lykke Li has always pushed boundaries and made some great music. Overall Thoughts : It’s been a while since we heard from Lykke Li, and this is a f...

A pretty light week for the holiday weekend. Laura Jean - Laura Jean : I can't say I know the first thing about Laura Jean except that the album cover was fairly striking enough for me to see what it sounded like. The good news is that it's got a very folky vibe to it, but also feels lighter and more fun than perhaps some of the stuff highlighted as of late. "Don't Marry the One You Love" in particular is an early standout track. Definitely worth some of your time this week. Blonde Redhead - Barragán : I was about halfway through the album when I realized that I was not listening to Concrete Blonde, and then wondering how I've missed Blonde Redhead all these years. This is a quiet, contemplative affair that I fully enjoyed from start to finish, and what it lacks in true standout tracks it makes up for with a really cohesive sound throughout. I have no clue how longtime fans might react to this album, but I'm really liking it and I hope that it end...