Music
Album Review: Voices
“VOICES”—PHANTOGRAM In a world of CHVRCHES and Grimes and Neon Indian and The xx, atmospheric synth–pop is pretty much everywhere.
Album Review: Helios
“Helios:" The Fray The Fray is back with “Helios,” the quick–paced follow up to “Scars and Stories.” The ingredients in this album, which came out Tuesday, are familiar and instantly recognizable: 11 pop rock numbers with a catchy rhythm that complement emotional lyrics.
Album Review: Oxymoron
“Oxymoron:"Schoolboy Q Just seconds into Schoolboy Q’s major label debut, one thing becomes very clear: “Oxymoron” marks the return of the old school.
Nanananonsense Songs
With the most nonsensical lyrics known to music, it’s easy to wonder how these tracks became so popular. Here’s a breakdown of why you should listen to them. Did we miss something? Tweet us @34st_music.
Oscars "Best Original Song"
1. “Happy” by Pharell Williams “Despicable Me 2” This feel–good anthem (with a 24–hour music video) is pretty much unavoidable, but that doesn’t take away from its charm. SOUNDS BEST WHEN: Strolling down Locust Walk like you’re floating on air
Remix Wednesday: "Don't Wanna Be Your Girl"
Anyone who is familiar with both WET and Branchez will find it a little weird to see both their names associated with the same song.
Music Video Monday: "She Knows" J. Cole
In “She Knows,” J. Cole tells the story of Kyle, a teenager playing hooky with his friend—continuing a trend of cinematic and narrative music videos for songs off his latest album, Born Sinner.
Music Haikus: Cult and Guided by Voices
“CULT” BAYSIDE You listened to them when you thought you were “emo” in the seventh grade
The Perfect Cures for Songs Stuck on Repeat
That Top 40 song still stuck in your head? Shake it off. Listen to these jams instead.
Album Review: Lost in the Trees
“PAST LIFE” LOST IN THE TREES
Remix Wednesday: “Burn”—Ellie Goulding (Four Tet Remix)
I know what you’re thinking: “Another remix of “Burn”? I’ve had enough f**king EDM already.” But fear not, that’s exactly what this remix isn’t about.
Music Haikus
Roses are red / Violets are blue / Street listens to music / And writes some haikus
Band of Horses Album Review
“LIVE AT THE RYMAN”: Band of Horses Beginning as a rock outfit in 2004, Band of Horses was catapulted into alternative stardom on the back of iconic singles “The Funeral” and “No One’s Gonna Love You.” Likened to The Decemberists and Bon Iver, lead singer Ben Bridwell’s fragile, emotive vocals take center stage.
Where Are They Now?
Ah, childhood. A sweet but fleeting time defined by popsicles, pretend and passé pop stars. What happened to the crooners of our golden age? They had their five minutes of fame and then faded into irrelevance...or so we think. Let’s take a journey through time! Cue hypnotic, dream sequence beats.
