New Releases: January 15, 2013
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Winter blues got you down? Did you forget it’s a Tuesday? That means new tunes to spin, and there’s nothing better than that. Check out these fantastic new albums that range from indie rock to hip-hop and metalcore.
Free Energy “ Love Sign
Philadelphia’s Free Energy are back with the most recent installment of their impossibly catchy blend of classic rock, power pop, and modern indie rock. There may be no other album that makes you feel as happy this January. Pick this one up and have a bedroom dance party.
A$AP Rocky “ Long.Live.A$AP
After interminable pushbacks that moved Rocky’s debut studio album back from July to October and then into the new year, the New York rapper has finally fully delivered on the promise of his Live.Love.A$AP mixtape and made a beast of an album. In addition to showcasing Rocky’s lyrical skill, the record also boasts an all-star parade of features including Skrillex and Santigold.
Yo La Tengo “ Fade
The New Jersey indie rock veterans prove that they’ve still got a lot of gas in the tank on their 13th full-length album. Gauzy guitars float comfortably behind ethereal vocals, while strings, horns, and synth buoy the trio’s dreamy sound. Put this on during those cold dreary days with a nice fire and a hot toddy. You’ll thank yourself.
The Plot in You “ Could You Watch Your Children Burn
The measure of skill for many metalcore bands is their ability to alternate tastefully between screaming and singing. While many acts fail at this difficult balance, the latest release from The Plot in You demonstrates a mastery of the delicate equilibrium between those two vocal extremes. It doesn’t hurt that the band employs crushing breakdowns and subtle electronic elements in their sound as well.
Justin Timberlake “ “Suit & Tie”
Look, we know it’s not an album, but how could we not include JT’s new single? A blast of modern day Marvin Gaye-style crooning that proves that Timberlake is truly ready for his musical comeback, “Suit & Tie” is exactly what we’ve been waiting for. Plus, it’s the first single from an entire new album produced by Timbaland. Yep, that’s what excitement sounds like.
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