Hot Jam of the Day: Lomelda, “Out There”

Posted on July 28, 2017 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Lomelda “Out There” Thx (out 09.08 on Double Double Whammy) “Out There” is that certain kind of wistful that will speak to anybody who has ever been young and stuck in a small, sleepy suburb. The track gorgeously chronicles singer-songwriter Hannah Read’s youth in the East Texas town of Silsbee, population 6,735. Over languid, windswept guitars, Read dreams of getting out and experiencing the big, beautiful, terrifying world that lies outside the city limits.

Hot Jam of the Day: The War on Drugs, “Strangest Things”

Posted on July 24, 2017 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

The War on Drugs “Strangest Things” A Deeper Understanding (out 08.25 on Atlantic) Welp, looks like the Philly sadsacks’ hugely anticipated fourth LP is officially 3 for 3. Just like “Thinking of a Place” and “Holding on,” “Strangest Things” is a gorgeous, windswept epic that highlights frontman Adam Granduciel’s rare ability to craft sky-scraping power ballads. Though he isn’t blessed with a classic, powerhouse voice, the 38 year-old makes up for it with lush guitar and synth arrangements and deft, … →

The Round-Up: The Best Albums of 2017, So Far…

Posted on July 19, 2017 by TP1.COM in Featured, The Round-Up | Comments Off

Rating albums at the mid-point of the year, just to re-rate them in six months seems dumb, so I decided to go with an NBA Draft-style tier system to pick out a few of my favorites so far. TIER 1: THE FAVORITE Stormzy Gang Signs and Prayer #Merky The Londoner’s debut LP is an epic in every sense of the word. Gang Signs and Prayer very much feels like that special kind of debut that took an artist’s whole life to make. From … →

Hot Jam of the Day: Tyler, The Creator, “Boredom”

Posted on July 14, 2017 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Tyler, The Creator “Boredom” Scum Fuck Flower Boy (out 07.21 on Odd Future) Though my understanding of psychology is limited, I do know that boredom and emptiness tend to go together. And while this subdued new single from Tyler is named after the former, it is actually rooted in the latter. Much of the pre-release chatter around SFFB is centered around his sexuality, but I’ve been struck how much of it seems to be about emotional emptiness — the kind that … →

Images & Words: Nite Jewel, “How it Was”

Posted on July 11, 2017 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

Nite Jewel “How It Was” Real Low (out now on Gloriette) Ramona Gonzalez has been on an absolute tear this year. She’s already dropped an excellent LP and a 12” on Italians Do It Better, and now there’s a new collection of b-sides for us to sink our teeth into. The disc also comes with a new video for the seductive and gentle ballad, “How it Was,” which originally appeared on the IDIB release.

Images & Words: Pi’erre Bourne, “Water Boy”

Posted on July 10, 2017 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

Pi’erre Bourne “Water Boy” Life of Pi’erre Vol 2. (self-released) Already the architect of one of the best rap singles of 2017, the Atlanta native is also building a burgeoning solo career of his own. Like his production work, Bourne’s solo stuff is driven by delicious, glossy synths and wobbly percussion. To me, he sounds more comfortable when he’s singing than when he’s rapping, and “Water Boy” is an excellent representation of his potential as a songwriter and a vocalist.

Images & Words: Kamaiyah, “Build You Up”

Posted on July 7, 2017 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

Kamaiyah “Build You Up” Don’t Get it Twisted (out soon) While her growing army of fans wait patiently for her follow-up to last year’s incredible A Good Night in the Ghetto, the East Bay native hooks us up with this feel-good new single. Packed with undeniable melodies, an uplifting message, and all sorts of delicious 90s vibes, “Build You Up” is an ode to the restorative power of true friendship. It also highlights her developing talent as a singer, which will help cement her place as … →

Images & Words: AJ Tracey, “False 9”

Posted on July 4, 2017 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

AJ Tracey “False 9” Digital Single This video combines two of my favorite things, grime and Tottenham Hotspur Football Club. Spurs have let me down many times in my life, but this new single to commemorate the 2017 kit is a 5-0 win against Ar**nal. BRB, gonna go buy three of those new track jackets. 😍😍😍

Images & Words: The National, “Guilty Party”

Posted on June 30, 2017 by TP1.COM in Images & Words | Comments Off

The National “Guilty Party” Sleep Well Beast (out 09.08 on 4AD) Though their relevance has wained since their triumphant mid-00’s run, the Brooklyn quintet is still capable of crafting beautiful miserabilism like this. The overarching feeling captured here is resignation, the grim realization that something important to you is slipping through your fingers. As per usual, Matt Berninger’s downcast vocals are the song’s centerpiece, and they are swallowed up gorgeously by its powerful outro. I’ve found it difficult to muster much excitement … →

Hot Jam of the Day: Mhysa, “Bb”

Posted on June 28, 2017 by TP1.COM in Hot Jam of the Day | Comments Off

Mhysa “Bb” fantasii (out 07.21 on Halcyon Veil) The new single from the Philly-based, multi-platform artist’s debut LP is a sprawling, modern slice of down-tempo R&B. Across six engulfing minutes, Mhysa lets her mind glide back to memories of a past relationship, wondering if her ex is somewhere out there thinking of her. Her feelings are still strong but aren’t raw anymore, thanks to the way time smooths over our frayed feelings and rough edges. That gives the track a clear-eyed quality … →

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