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DARK POP SONGS
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Sounds like:
London Grammar,
Alpines,
Broods
By
searra ruggeri
on
Aug 4, 2016
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I got my first introduction to Sibling through last month's peppy single "Westside." Upon first listening to their newest release, I had to question if it was the same artist.
Sibling show off their darker side on this one, trading sunny melodies fo...
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2

Sounds like:
ELKI,
Yoke Lore,
Toro Y Moi
By
searra ruggeri
on
Jul 28, 2016
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It's easy to get sucked into the dizzying dream-wave sound of this track. Admittedly, Dog Orchestra pulled me into their atmosphere of buzzy synths and off-kilter vocals, rendering me unable to register what was actually being said.
It wasn't until ...
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3

By
Connor Dillman
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Jul 26, 2016
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According to Berlin-based Tula, her new single "Another Kind of Red" is "about defining what is freedom for you and following this fully," an arduous journey the song's composition reflects with trance-inducing accuracy.
The verses feel cavernous an...
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4

Sounds like:
FKA Twigs,
Bishop Briggs,
AlunaGeorge
By
searra ruggeri
on
Jul 12, 2016
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The Queen Of Darkness is back to writhe and pout upon her mercurial throne, spinning her loyal followers silken songs of heartbreak. Our first glimpse at new music since her 2014 debut Goddess, "Fuck With Myself" is as dark as ever, and comes with a ...
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5

Sounds like:
Banks,
Purity Ring,
Pacific Heights
By
Cameron Stanton
on
Jul 6, 2016
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I often find that when listening to something brand new with next to no expectation at all, the sweeter it can sound as a consequence. Presuming that like me you've never heard of Aaricia before (unless perhaps you happen to be one of her 669 Faceboo...
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6

Sounds like:
James Blake,
Hayden James,
Chet Faker,
Safia
By
Delia Bartle
on
Jun 28, 2016
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Dark, soulful and intoxicating. These are the best words with which to describe “Tear You Down,” the latest release from Sydney duo La Mar. The track is the follow-up single to the duo’s debut EP, Still Wild, which premiered last year on BBC1 Radio w...
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7

Sounds like:
Apex Twin,
Nine Inch Nails,
How To Destroy Angels
By
Tobias Handke
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Jun 21, 2016
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Brisbane artist Rebel Yell's first single, "Never Perfection," is an alluring yet confronting piece of music that had me checking my closet for knife welding maniacs after dark.
While I'm sure Rebel Yell - known to her family as Grace Stevenson - is...
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8

Sounds like:
Krrum,
Naomi Pilgrim,
Night Games,
Broods
By
searra ruggeri
on
Jun 19, 2016
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Note: The title of this song is in no way a reflection of the quality of this track. In fact, it's quite the opposite.
Rumours is the UK trio behind dark, moody, and beautifully executed music. They skillfully blend opposing elements to create thoug...
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