Issue 126
This week’s issue includes Gallant, Frightened Rabbit, Skizzy Mars, a peek at Kanye West’s tinkering with The Life of Pablo, and more.
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What We're Listening To
The Rebellion Sessions is an instrumental jazz album, played by the Nat Turner Band, produced by a rapper, and blessed by Black Milk’s history with J Dilla. It’s a forward-thinking gem for both jazz and hip hop. Read more.
Gallant’s debut LP is loaded with fantastic tracks, but his voice is the standout of the record. Introspective and moody, Ology is a coming of age record. Read more.
Frightened Rabbit’s latest release sees the band streamlining their sound and their misery, largely thanks to production work from The National’s Aaron Dessner. Read more.
Skizzy Mars’ debut album is a Drake record for people who hate Drake: radio-ready, sing-along hip hop tracks that don’t make you cringe. Read more.
Iron Mountain might not be easily classifiable — calling them rock is too loose and calling them metal is overly specific — but their jazz-influenced take on instrumental Irish folk metal is a real joy. Read more.