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SONG PICK: Hydrah - Complete

“Complete” is one of those tracks that elevate you with an infusion of energy. Producer Katie Kramarczuk aka Hydrah is a master creating such songs. With her latest work she does a slight change of direction: the songs feel more at home in the open space and nature than on

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SONG PICK: Mode Moderne - Moderne Love

Sometimes it feels as if exciting, contemporary music is left to the young, the very young even. Luckily, this is only an impression and the more I am excited to having come across “Moderne Love” by Vancouver trio Mode Moderne. Phillip Intilé, or as he introduced himself to us, ⅓ of

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SONG PICK: Pearla - Forgive Yourself

“Forgive Yourself” is one those tracks that has an end that makes you forget how it began. Brooklyn-based singer/songwriter Nicole Rodriguez aka Pearla starts the song as quietly just on the guitar, but somewhere along the way it turns into a sonic monster, akin to the one you may

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SONG PICK: Máni Orrason - Picture I Recall (#Airwaves2018)

Right in time before I am heading to Reykjavik for Iceland Airwaves, comes “Picture I Recall” by Máni Orrason, who -you might have guessed it- hails from exactly that country. “Picture I Recall” is hauntingly beautiful, with a big dose of melancholy, softness and vulnerability. The artist reveals the following

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PHOTOS: glamglare presents: Charlee Remitz, Cecilie Maria, Double Sorry, Théophile, Margot

glamglare showcases are all about a diverse group of artists coming together and presenting their art in an intimate, communal atmosphere. The October 20th event was particularly fantastic at that with five acts covering a wide range of genres from power rock to sophisticated electronic. Check out the photos and

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Q&A with Vök (#airwaves18)

Today, Reykjavik’s music festival Iceland Airwaves, released their official app, on which attendees can favorite the bands they want to experience live. There is also a function that lets you see who has been “scheduled” the most and it comes as absolutely no surprise that Icelandic indie-electronic trio Vök

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SONG PICK: Fawns of Love - Someday

The irresistible guitar line in “Someday” takes you right back to the shoegaze classics of past decades, but the song sounds fresh and feels grounded in the here and now. Jenny and Joseph Andreotti, a couple from California have been making music together for a long time: their latest project

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SONG PICK: Vagina Lips - This Is A Good Life

Having had my music awakening in the 80s, and often been drawn to the darker, edgier side of sounds, I can never say ‘no’ to anything that even only remotely sounds as awesome as “This Is A Good Life” by Vagina Lips. The new single by Jimmy Polioudis, who goes

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SONG PICK: Vök - Night And Day

One week from now we will wake up very early morning in Iceland for four days filled with music from the island and from all over the world. For sure on our Iceland Airwaves 2018 must see list is Icelandic trio Vök around singer Margrét Rán. Their new track “Night

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Q&A with EinarIndra (#airwaves18)

Two years ago, EinarIndra basically kickstarted Iceland Airwaves for us, taking us under his spell with his show, the first one we saw in Reykjavik. There is something very particular and mesmerizing about the Icelandic brand of indie electronic music, and EinarIndra’s is especially moving. We met EinarIndra again

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SONG Pick: Lou Stone - Fictions

The allure of “Fictions” is instant and enduring. The debut single by singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Lou Stone, convinces with solid songwriting, sparse instrumentation and a jazzy arrangement, giving room to Lou Stone’s charismatic vocals and letting them shine. Comparisons with Jeff Buckley’s vocal delivery might come up.

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SONG PICK: Malka - Don't Leave Me

Scottish singer/songwriter Malka gives us a taste of her second album with an intelligent, well-crafted new pop song “Don’t Leave me” about the fear of loss. The track takes unexpected turns and does not let you off the hook until the last bar. It shines through that Malka

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SONG PICK: Deanna Devore - Seven Eight

Listening to Deanna Devore‘s recently released EP “Half and Half”, it is hard to single out one track of the superb album. While the Chicago- and Toronto-based multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and producer had put out “A Cause” as the lead single earlier this year, we go with the album opener

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SONG PICK: Greentea Peng - Used To

Greentea Peng is the alias of Aria from London, who does super-chill future pop. Her latest song “Used To” sneaks into your consciousness like a seductive fragrance while she reflects about a dying relationship. Her stage name by the way, comes from her love for green tea, which she quotes

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SONG PICK: Humans - Going Late

What brightens up a DJ’s work? A track that is long enough to quickly step away from the mixing console, replenish a drink, have a quick chat with a regular, and be back in time to choose the next track, all while the dance floor stays nicely filled with

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Q&A with Holy Nothing (#airwaves18)

A music festival like Iceland Airwaves allows for unexpected music discoveries yet also holds room for long(er) time favorites. In fall 2015, Holy Nothing released their exquisite electro pop album “Hypertext”, which made us want to see them live when they played SXSW the following year. And while there

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SONG PICK: Bets - Left My City

“I feel so lucky that you left my city” are the words of good-bye that Betsy Hershey aka Bets has for a person that is bad influence. Her new song “Left My City” is a bright, but twisted electro-pop song, which feels like coming from a different reality, where things

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SONG PICK: CAEZAR - Somewhere New

“Somewhere New”, the new single by English indie-pop trio CAEZAR, impresses with a refreshing playfulness, beautiful vocals and some crazy catchy hooks. While thinking of an analogy to describe the exuberantly joyful vibe of the track, images of children playing with a ball came to mind, hair blowing in the

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SONG PICK: Callow - Go Down

“Go Down” is a song from the new album “Mothdust” by Callow. The title is perfect for what is going on here: the San Francisco-based duo of Red Moses (vocals, guitar) and Sami Knowles (keys, drums, backing vocals) develop their music around heavy, earthy guitar lines that weigh down on

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SONG PICK: DUETS AND STUFF - Already Gone

While trying to learn a bit more about Swedish duo DUETS AND STUFF, comprised of Greta and Raimond, one statement in their “About Page” made me laugh out loud because their super dreamy single “Already Gone” would not give away something so, how shall I put, it substantial. The answer

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SONG PICK: Roxiny - Golden Prophet (VIDEO)

No only is “Golden Prophet” a fantastic indie pop song with weight and intensity, it conveys also a strong message. New York musician Roxiny says about the track: I wrote ‘Golden Prophet’ about my personal experience as a survivor of sexual abuse. It’s the one thing that I can

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SONG PICK: The Attics - Pastel Blues

Alone the title “Pastel Blues” makes you think of all things lovely and pleasant to have or see. The Melbourne-based indie rockers The Attics keep that lyrical promise in their new single, which has a seriously positive and easy-going vibe. “Pastel Blues” is beautifully flowing, and as chill as the

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SONG PICK: Sandra Kolstad - Halflife

In “Halflife” Norwegian musician Sandra Kolstad shows an unapologetic love for classic, well-crafted synthesizer sounds. The shapeshifting, epic track soars with swirling melodies before she unexpectedly geeks out with a 90 seconds Kraftwerk-esque instrumental outro that almost belongs into a different world. The two-faced music fits to the song’s

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SONG PICK: Man Without Country - Achilles' Heel

Man Without Country is back with a new single that has it all! “Achilles’ Heel” offers a enveloping moodiness, with some darker undertones that get counterbalanced by playful, almost goofy synth lines and Arcade sounds. The track is held together by hard hitting drums and Ryan A. James’ beautifully rich

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Four Days of Networking, Inspiration and Music at Mondo.NYC 2018

After weeks of anticipation, even the best of times come to an end and so the music and technology festival and conference Mondo.NYC wrapped up its third year yet has already announced its return for next year. Mark the date, October 15 to 18 and check their website for