War On Drugs - Wagonwheel Blues
Wagonwheel Blues is one of those rare records that feels like an instant classic, at once familiar and yet much more than the sum of its influences. Drawing upon the Americana traditions of…
James Pants - Welcome
Combining early hip hop techniques, vintage electro, primal funk and new wave rock, James Pants is a premier purveyor of the "fresh beat". The latest addition to Stones Throw's impeccable catalogue, Welcome is…
Fleet Foxes - Fleet Foxes
The debut album from Seattle five-piece Fleet Foxes is a neatly formed collection of "Baroque harmonic pop jams". Deriving inspiration from 1960s US folk and more modern musical influences, Fleet Foxes is a…
Various Artists - Gourmet Scavenger
Excellent compilation of local and some international musicians and producers, offering a cross-section of jazz-inflected electronic and beats-based music. Features exclusives from Australian artists Spoonbill, Hermitude, Monkey Marc (from Combat Wombat), and Soup.
Ratatat - LP3
The latest album from the New York production duo Ratatat is arguably there finest to date, taking in a broader range of instruments to create their signature sound. Epic in scope, it's a…
Pivot - O Soundtrack My Heart
The latest singing to Warp Records, Australian electro-acoustic outfit Pivot offer a fascinating selection of avant-beat instrumentals, ranging from delicate cinematic soundscapes to complex psych-rock arrangements. Compelling and utterly original.
Bodies Of Water - A Certain Feeling
A collection of alternately joyous and subdued indie-Gospel tunes with classic 70s rock undertones. Based in LA, the four-piece Bodies of Water draw influence from and reference bands such as Black Mountain, Arcade…
Coner Oberst - Coner Oberst
First solo album in 13 years from Conor Mullen Oberst, the American songwriter, singer, and poet best known for his work in Bright Eyes. A shade lighter than his more politically driven work…