by Kayla Hutton | Feb 21, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Starting out in 2014 from Chicago Illinois is the recently signed road warriors and psychedelic rockers Post Animal. No joke while checking out their Facebook page, I was scrolling and scrolling through posts that were all tour stops throughout the U.S. dating back more than a year.
Hitting the road and pounding the pavement with their signature brand of music you swore you’ve heard before dominating radio waves in the 80’s, this 5 piece has been gaining attention, entertaining the masses, and will be hitting the road yet again in support of their debut full length album, When I Think Of You In A Castle appropriately available on 4/20 through Polyvinyl Records.
“Ralphie”, the band’s first single from the album, begins with an 80’s commercial pop synth line that becomes layered with a scale familiarly reminiscent of 70’s classic rock guitar riffs. Even with its commercial appeal, the first 21 seconds are a very technical and dynamic attention-grabber.
Originally a 6 piece group, Post Animal released an EP in 2015 and a collection of singles in 2016. Given the success and demands of Stranger Things, drummer Joe Keery, “being a member since the bands’ inception”, his role is stated as being “and inactive touring member”. He does still contribute and you can hear his vocal talents on “Ralphie”.
Post Animal has indie pop rock-ish hooks in their chorus lines, specific and clear-cut bass guitar and drum contributions, meticulously classic rock constructed guitar riffs that utilize delay to ad that psychedelic significance and verb usage that should land Post Animal into the Reverb Hall of Fame.
To sum it up, get out your blender and grab an 8-track of The Byrds’, a summarized memory from Woodstock, a record from Kansas, a cassette from Gary Numan, a VHS copy of an 80’s Revlon commercial and a Police CD. Post Animal have the ingredients that make aqua net girls bop their heads and smack their gum in unison, and make the high school douchebags lift the Firebird’s T-Top, roll down the windows, crank it up and squeal tires pulling out of the parking lot.
Pre-Order When I think of you in a Castle available through Polyvinyl on LP, Cassette, CD or digital download and be sure to catch Post Animal on tour and as a part of The Shakey Knees Festival in Atlanta GA this May.
by Abby Trapp | Feb 21, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
BAUM celebrates her body with her latest single “This Body.” The L.A. artist and current undergrad of USC’s music program calls on inspiration for her “This Body” through her experiences with an eating disorder and being cat called. I love hearing sassy songs, but some of my favorite lines include “Scare me by saying I’m sexy, I’ll never kiss you”, “…don’t call me Barbie, does it look like I own a fucking thing in pink?” and the best one in my opinion is “This body, this body, my home, my home.” With its upbeat tune and powerful message, “This Body” will have you ready to take on the world.
Keep up with BAUM here.
by Abby Trapp | Feb 21, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Electro R&B artist Hoodlem just released their newest single “Teenager”. What I thought was going to be an upbeat pop song is, in fact, a slow yet sultry track. While the title implicates “teenage love,” the song is about growing older and having that feeling. We at one point have experienced that “crush” feeling, which you may think go away as you get older but it doesn’t. Whether you’re 25 or 55, when you meet someone new, you still get that feeling. Hoodlem’s “Teenager” encapsulates that feeling in one lyric “I wanna know all about you.”
Keep up with Hoodlem here!
by Veronica DeFeo | Feb 21, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
It’s out of this world – Computer Magic has dropped her new single, “Perfect Game”, which will appear on her brand new record, DANZ, out February 23rd. The LP is released via her very own Channel 9 Records. Brooklyn-based Computer Magic (DJ/Producer Danielle “Danz” Johnson) releases “Perfect Game” as the fourth single off DANZ. She has previously released nine EPs and four LPs (three of which were Japan-exclusive); DANZ will be her second official full-length album. She will celebrate the release of her record with a release party at the Knitting Factory in NYC on March 3 “Perfect Game” is a synth-and-guitar filled track highlighted by Danielle’s smooth vocals that will take you to another universe with its extraterrestrial vibes. This song displays not only the talent of Johnson as she works as an entirely solo project, but also her ability to create something both personal and accessible. We can’t wait to hear the rest of DANZ when it drops later this week.
You can pre-order DANZ on vinyl or digital via iTunes and check it out when it drops this Friday, February 23rd! Keep up with Computer Magic here.
by Meredith Schneider | Feb 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Australia-based dream pop duo Lyon Apprentice – comprised of brothers Adam and Nathan Lyons – is coming at us HARD with their beautiful, resonating new track “Starlight”. With an almost 2000s boy band feel to the chorus, this track incorporates a stunning blend of genres to make the listener feel as though they are entering some vague level of euphoria. You’ll find yourself not only bobbing your head along, but yearning to be sent to starlight as well.
Keep up with Lyon Apprentice here.
by Jai'Tyria Hatton | Feb 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Los Angeles singer-songwriter Luna Shadows puts twist on her latest single “Youth (Quiet)”, bringing a modern feel to her song. The song itself is exactly reflective of the title, as it’s about remembering who we are and where we come from. “Youth” helps the listener recognize the darkness that comes with love. Thought it is an alternate version of the original single, this version captures her raw vocals. “Youth (Quiet)” shows off Luna Shadows creativity as a songwriter and a vocalist.
Keep up with Luna Shadows here.
by Veronica DeFeo | Feb 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Xiuhtezcatl is an explosion of talent. The 17 year old rapper and activist is an indigenous artist who is using his voice to do big things – even leading a lawsuit against the Federal Government (Youth vs Gov). He’s been creating music since age 7, and ten years later, he’s dropping his debut LP Break Free this spring, led by his single “Blu Ink”, featuring his sister Isa. “Blu Ink” is just a sampling of one aspect of his talent, and displays not only his rapping skills but also his passion, complemented by his sister’s vocals. It’s everything you’d expect from an exceptional young artist and yet so much more. Xiuhtezcatl elaborates:
I’m telling my own story as a young artist, a young 17-year-old growing up in this world, and what the hell it’s like to process all that. I’m beyond stoked to release this record, simply because it’s a massive step for me in the world of music…The record is going to change the way the world sees me, and it’s going to change the way that I’ve told my story to the world.
And we cannot wait to hear more of his story.
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by Madison Blom | Feb 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Based in Vancouver, BC, Gena Perala has just released her newest visual single “Good Girl,” which embodies several emotions and topics that have been combined with tactful artistry that is notable for an artist at such an early stage. This new single is the first since her independent album Exactly, Nowhere which was well received by critics and fans alike. “Good Girl,” has been scheduled to be part one of a three part EP that is going to be released one song at a time as part of a larger concept album. Not only will this have all of her fans on the edges of their seats, but it will also give listeners a chance to enjoy all of the work that she has put into her new releases.
Not only is her music easy to listen to, but it also has the unique ability to create an atmosphere for the listener. In her new release, the single opens with a series of “ooh’s” and “ahhs” which sets the stage for the rest of the “haunting” lyrics, beats and rhythms that seems to be one of Perala’s signature sounds. Not only does her music create an atmosphere, but it also exudes a kind of delicate power that also adds to the nuance of the music. As time goes on, those who know her are excited to hear more of what this artist has to offer.
Keep up with Perala here.
by Abby Trapp | Feb 20, 2018 | singles, wolf tracks
Toronto native Kira May found her love for music when she released her EP Health in 2014. Her album Sense, which releases this spring, takes us through the journey of her struggle with anxiety and depression. I had a first look into her video “Muscle Memory,” her latest single from Sense.
The video opens with a woman clothed in white sitting in a room, dimly lit. I didn’t notice it until about the minute mark, but she is also wearing decorative rainbow eyes. “Muscle Memory” really starts to heat up about the three minute mark when different colored paints bleed out of the woman’s body and mouth. Not in the creepy way though, as it is mesmerizing and almost cathartic. I took away from this video is that letting your colors bleed, showing that you are human is easier when you just drop the veil.
Keep up with Kira May here.
