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Sounds like:
Alt-J,
Blue Boats
By
Christiana Bartolini
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Sep 16, 2014
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What happens when two incredibly talented, budding musicians meld their styles together? A remix that cannot be stopped.
Astronauts, etc's rendition of James Supercave's "The Afternoon" is luscious and slick. The bass-driven beat leads the way, the ...
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2

Sounds like:
The xx,
London Grammar
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Sep 16, 2014
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Children's new single "Grace" is everything you'd want in a stirring post-punk track.
The harmonies interwine as the reverberated guitar takes the lead. The synth, not to be overshadowed, keeps its draw throughout the track, lending a breezy effect ...
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3

Sounds like:
Teen Daze,
Neon Indian,
Toro Y Moi
By
Bri Guy
on
Sep 16, 2014
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When I think about chillwave, Washed Out is the first act that comes to mind. Ernest Greene, the man behind Washed Out, and his bandmates are out to prove that chillwave is still a fun source of music. Their current tour, which features Small Black a...
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4

Sounds like:
Chvrches,
Purity Ring,
New Arcades
By
Philip Friedman
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Sep 15, 2014
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The UK duo known as Futurecop! has long been known for their grandeur. I suppose when you describe your music with a tagline like "Imagine riding a unicorn through the clouds, towards the Northern Lights, whilst wielding a lightsaber and simultaneous...
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5

Sounds like:
Avey Tare,
Ariel Pink
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Sep 12, 2014
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Step into Rollercoasterwater's mind-boggling electro pop gem "Oval Migration."
We're excited to premiere this tripped-out track, which is fueled with spacey vocals and simplistic yet challenging electronic arrangements. You think you're getting the ...
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6

Sounds like:
Tycho,
Washed Out,
Com Truise
By
Hugh McClure
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Sep 5, 2014
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Sometimes after a long day all I want to do is sink into some downtempo electronica, and this track has been a go-to over the past few days.
City Beautiful is a mysterious new project out of Sydney, inspired by the producer's recent travels to Japan...
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7

Sounds like:
Bear Hands,
Animal Collective
By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Aug 26, 2014
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Gosh Pith's hypnotizing new single is peculiarly intriguing.
While "Waves" is most certainly downtempo, there's an undeniable pop element beneath that surface. The balance between electronic beats and traditional indie rock guitar is a mixture that'...
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8

By
Christiana Bartolini
on
Aug 25, 2014
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I can't deny the obscure but intriguing nature of Acre Tarn's single "Wishing Bone."
The ethereal synths glide beneath the bellowing vocals, which will summon your attention from the get-go. The instrumentals tend to remain on the darker side, creat...
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