The densely packed, melodically driven post-rock of Lymbyc Systym tops our list this week as brothers Jared and Mike Bell showcase their continued musical development.
Meanwhile, multi-instrumentalist producer Mr. Chop issues funky, jazzy, effects-fueled renditions of the beats and productions of critically acclaimed producer Pete Rock, and Nile returns with another disc of Egyptian-tinged eruptions of guitar fury, blazing double bass, vocal ferocity, and slowly churning chugs. (more…)
For this limited-edition live release, eclectic IDM composer Squarepusher — a.k.a. bass guru Tom Jenkinson — displays his uncanny ability to play a six-string bass like a classical guitar.
Following a Grammy-nominated debut in 2005, the John Hollenbeck Large Ensemble issues a shape-shifting big-band/classical disc with crossover appeal.
Chugging mathcore quartet Keelhaul steps ever so gently from the shadows on an aptly titled return to form.
Experimental guitarist David Daniell and pedal-steel guitarist Douglas McCombs lay tape to four long-form creations that intertwine composition and improvisation.
Gritty punk fury, driving riffs, guitar squeals, and mish-mashed time signatures again define Pissed Jeans on the band’s third full-length album.
The Waitiki 7 balances a thematic tribute to Martin Denny and musical stars of yore with piano-driven Latin sounds, modern jazz, lounge, and film motifs. (more…)
