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Sounds like:
M83,
Young Magic,
CHVRCHES,
The xx
By
Kelsey Simpkins
on
Apr 13, 2017
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Usually if I can't get past the first track on an album, that's a scathing condemnation. But with the band Graveyard Club, the fact I can't get past the first and title track of their sophomore LP, "Cellar Door," without putting it on repeat at least...
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2

Sounds like:
Tycho,
Chrome Sparks
By
Cassie Morien
on
Apr 5, 2017
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We found some magic on this boring Wednesday.
Seth Haley, better known as the celestial Com Truise, has announced he is releasing a new album for the first time in six years. SIX YEARS. And it will be here soon. Iteration will be released on June 1...
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3

Sounds like:
SOFI TUKKER,
Grimes,
Broods
By
Tobias Handke
on
Apr 5, 2017
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L.A. based artist and producer Elohim continues to surprise with latest release "Skinny Legs."
Following on from the poppy synth of last year's "Hallucinating" -- complete with a mid-song mariachi breakdown -- new solo single "Skinny Legs" is anothe...
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4

Sounds like:
James Blake,
SOHN
By
Aaron Blum
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Mar 31, 2017
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Woah. Who is this Francis Novotny guy? Because his new track "Between The Lines" is pretty darn good!
All I know is that he's a bloke from London, has three songs posted, and barely 1k followers on SoundCloud. Hold up while I hit the 'follow' butt...
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5

Sounds like:
the xx,
Daughter,
London Grammar
By
Kelsey Simpkins
on
Mar 25, 2017
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I love the minimalistic intro on this tune, with Tonya Batt's vocals dropping in effortlessly. As it slowly builds, the elements layer and tease, leading up to harmonies and finally a lush release toward the end.
"Baby won't you come on home to me,"...
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6

Sounds like:
The War On Drugs,
New Order,
Twin Shadow
By
Matthew Rightford
on
Mar 24, 2017
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Just two weeks shy of the release of their upcoming album, The Far Field (out April 7th on 4AD), Future Islands treat us to another single. 'Cave' follows the previous single, "Ran," with a slightly less uplifting, but no less moving rendition.
The ...
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7

Sounds like:
Yeah Yeah Yeahs,
Tegan & Sara,
Ladytron
By
Tobias Handke
on
Mar 19, 2017
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It's been a while since we've heard anything new from Canadian synth-pop stars Metric, but early this month they performed a new song on The Strombo Show's International Women's Day special.
"Come On, Angel" is a calming pop number featuring Emily H...
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8

Sounds like:
Bag Raiders,
Miami Horror,
Flight Facilities
By
Tobias Handke
on
Mar 15, 2017
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While the Australian summer might have come and gone, Perth duo are keeping the good vibes going with their Daytona EP.
The five track release is a melodic ride through summery highs and infectious melodies, with the title track being a standout.
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