From the Record Crate: J Dilla – ‘The Shining’ (2006)

The Shining’s main body of production consisted of J Dilla, Oxnard-born producer Madlib, and Detroit compatriot Kariem Riggins

Casper Sun
Casper Sun releases new single “Mercury Glider”

“Mercury Glider” is simultaneously visceral at one level and brilliantly burnished on another level, producing a provocative fusion of rhythm and sonic washes.

Ajay Mathur
Music Video Premiere: Ajay Mathur – “I Need You Now”

Drenched in animated passion, at once upbeat and fervent, “I Need You Now” offers feel-good momentum traveling on a luscious pop melody full of dazzling gusto.

Ben Bostick
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Album Review: Ben Bostick – ‘Grown Up Love’

‘Grown Up Love,’ the new album from roots singer Ben Bostick, is inspired by the pandemic and his family.

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‘Zappa ’88: The Last U.S. Show’ review: Zappa’s last rodeo is full of his eccentrics and charisma

‘Zappa ’88: The Last U.S. Show’ is a window into one of the most eccentric and charismatic shows of Zappa’s career, rather than just a revisit of his music.

Michael Brondstetter
New Music: Michael Brondstetter Releases “Sunset Silhouette”

Stylish and silky-smooth, yet rolling with creamy sonic undulations, “Sunset Silhouette” offers an enticing flow, topped by the yummy voice of Michael Brondstetter.

Runnner Interview: Noah Weinman on ‘Always Repeating’, Phil Elverum, and Songwriting Process

Noah Weinman, the musician behind indie solo project Runnner, talks about his new album ‘Always Repeating’, memories, and his songwriting process.