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music2 days ago

Two Shell Remix EP Dials Up Boldness but Stumbles on Some Tracks

Pitchfork’s review of Two Shell’s bonus remix album revisiting their 2024 self-titled LP is mixed: several remixes offer energy and texture (notably Ship Sket, SWARMM, Facta, Tamaranamen), and the updated version of “Everybody Worldwide” stands out; however, many new tracks feel inconsistent when heard track-by-track, with some relying on lightweight or AI-like hooks and older material like “levitate” from 2023. The opener “<initialize> ᵛⁱⁿʸˡ” hints at the duo’s playful humanity amid the uneven batch.

via Pitchfork|
#electronic-music#music#music-review
music21 days ago

Top Old Music Discoveries of the Year: Paranoia, Pop-Dubstep, and Unique Gems

This article reviews the author's top discoveries in old music from the year, highlighting a range of genres and eras, from the eerie depths of The Mamas and the Papas' 'Mansions' to the eclectic sounds of Ulver and the nostalgic charm of Badly Drawn Boy's 'Once Around the Block,' emphasizing how these tracks and artists offered new insights and emotional connections.

via The Guardian|
#discovery#music#music-review
entertainment4 months ago

Ed Sheeran's Consistent Sound and New Collaborations

Ed Sheeran's eighth album 'Play' aims to be colorful and nostalgic, blending South and West Asian rhythms with his signature singer-songwriter style. While it features some experimental cross-cultural tracks, the album largely revisits familiar, radio-friendly ballads, indicating a lack of significant musical evolution despite Sheeran's ambitions to move beyond his past work.

via Rolling Stone|
#ed-sheeran#entertainment#global-fusion