This past Friday, May 24th, reminded me of August 3rd 2018 when Travis Scott, YG & Mac Miller all released their new albums on the same day, at the same time. Despite the new music today, all of the artists have enough space to shine with their unique changes in sound over the years.
From the change of Deathcore / Metalcore defining Brittish Band Bring Me The Horizon, to now the forward leaning rock band of this generation or maybe the (still) young guns in Wallows now releasing their third record, there is a lot to digest.
Starting off this read with a name that has been around for well over a decade that loves to pop back in like a distant aunt that is awesome at gift giving when it's time. He is following up now with a new record after releasing two great records. One being the long anticipated album "RAMONA PARK BROKE MY HEART" and now classic 2021 self titled "Vince Staples". As if we didn't think he had paid his dues, Vince continues to show out.
Vince Staples - Dark Times
Swinging in with a sample of Thee Sacred Souls "Weak for Your Love", Vince delivers line after line almost like a the first Rick Ross on intro track “Black&Blue’. What might seem like a bit of a return to form from Vince, the man has a lot to say after the success of his Netflix sitcom, “The Vince Staples Show”. Tracks like ““Radio”” hit closer to home for some like me as I have realized the way to cope with our ever changing emotions is changing especially with the radio having what was once structure, now almost on its last legs. Almost a beautiful but horrifying painting continues in the following track “Nothing Matters”.
If Vince ever sees this I want y’all to ask if this sometimes tracks such as nothing matters is a point inwards or an image of what we are seeing on the outside. It could be possible that as the hook states, “nothing really maters at all” so why should we worry? Thanks Vince for the new tunes and new perspectives that keeps a pushing me in like an invisible hand.
Top 3 FLF - “”Radio””, “Liars” & “Little Homies”
Bring Me The Horizon - POST HUMAN: NeX GEn
A band that keeps breaking expectations just put out the second installment to a one of a kind story titled POST HUMAN. Reminiscent of early pop punk “emo” music this is everything or maybe nothing to what could was once a small fitted crowd, turn worldwide fan base.
Catering to new and old but themselves plainly, the band recruited a insanely packed gauntlet of feautres from other greats in the scene such as Ocala, Florida’s Underoath, Norwegian artist AURORA, Daryl Palumbo of New York’s Glassjaw and Philadelphia's Lil Uzi Vert.
More about the new album by Sheffield’s biggest act, they had previously released a great run of singles starting with “DiE4u” almost now three years ago. Normally that would be seen as insane but it seemed as if every other season the group would return with single tracks such as “sTraNgeRs” & “LosT” before giving any more new information on the very anticipated project. Sending the band in to overdrive, listeners across the world were hit with not one but two legendary Collab's in June 2023 between the highly regarded self made artist, Lil Uzi Vert. Dropping what would be a single for NeX GEn, “AmEN!” and a single for Uzi’s “Pink Tape” that we see both artists allowing us to get a first look into what the future of music could be.
With a few more features from front man Oliver Sykes on CORPSE’s “CODE MISTAKE” and British Bud YUNGBLUD’s ear worm “Happier”, I began to start to wonder when we would receive this record. Then on October 18th, 2023 reassurance was delivered with a new anthem called “DArkSide”. With still no word of what was next, “Kool-Aid” was served on January 5th which was not only giving the band a bigger sound than ever, but this was also final single of this insanely curated record.
After listening to the band for well over a decade now, it hurts to even try to compare any of the past records. This one has everything for everyone and if you think there isn’t a part you would like, you probably didn’t listen to every track straight through. It’s a hard thing to do in todays word especially giving a record the full chance and multiple times, plus the choice of almost any recording by a instant search. Songs like “YOUtopia” and “n/A” are the ones that feel like a warm kiss from the sun on my skin. SO I SAY LISTEN TO THIS RECORD.
Top 3 FLF: “YOUtopia”, “R.i.p. (duskCOre RemIx)”, & “DIg It”
Twenty One Pilots - Clancy
With a little more of a bias take since I personally have listening to the duo from Columbus Ohio for well over a decade now, it was an experience in itself to listen to this record. Continuing in the world of Trench and storyline of Blurryface, Clancy comes in like a sucker punch with not only new crazy lore but also great tracks. The story picks right back up from the previously released 2021 LP, Scaled & Icy, but now with front man Tyler Joseph aka Clancy returning back to trench in the city of DEMA.
For those who might not be following the storyline or have the time to invest in the world they have created, the duo released a short recap / storyline explanation that you can now watch here. The best friends also released a music video for every track on the record besides the final track “Paladin Straight”. This one being one of my favorites to listen to off of the first go around, there is a question that Tyler Joseph has been leaving with listeners, “Does this sound like the end?” . Fans speculate we might get an extended play or deluxe version of the album along side the final video. While we don’t know what to expect quite yet, we do know the video will air early June per the bands livestream and placeholder visual for the track. You can interact with this article and comment your thoughts on what you think the band will give next.
Top 3 FLF: “Midwest Indigo”, “At The Risk of Feeling Dumb”, & “Paladin Straight”
Wallows - Model
It might be weird to call these guys now seasoned veterans but Wallows has now debuted their third studio album titled “Model” alongside the others. With a few singles to kick off the new era, the trio is back again after their very anticipated last record, “Tell Me When It’s Over” which was the follow up to the stellar 2018 debut, “Nothing Happens”. With it being almost half a decade since vocals, guitars but also actor, Dylan Minnette has retired the role of being in one of the biggest Netflix shows “13 Reasons Why”, the guys have had a lot more time to grow and write.
Consisting of also Braeden Lemasters on vocals / guitar, and Cole Preston on the Drums the band has found a new groove again. Just like the REMOTE ep this one hits out of nowhere. The record seems to have a similar color palette and mechanics of the previous 2022 record but giving a little more confidence this time around that reminds me of their debut. Songs such as “Going Under” really show Braeden exploring his voice and artistry in the band as well as Cole proving and insane beat on songs like “Only Ecstasy”.
Overall this album is put together really great and I personally cant wait to add it to my collection.
(record labels send me these vinyl's please). I also can't wait to see the new live show with the new energy. These guys again, are going somewhere (higher).
Top 3 FLF: “A warning” “She’s an Actress” & “Only Ecstasy”
The High Curbs - THC
Stick around for the first listen full album review to be posted tomorrow afternoon. They are hitting the road this summer so find a date online and be there! You won't wanna miss this.
Sometimes the music speaks for itself but what would the music be without a live performance ? You can read our weekly show choices (here), where you can also find some buds to catch the gig.
Also check out more music with these new singles and albums that also dropped this past Friday by some amazing artists across the world.
60juno - Swell Blue
Capstan - The Mosaic (LP)
Clario - Sexy to Someone
Dem Roots Music - mars y arena
EXOSSI - wither
The High Curbs - THC (LP)
JONO - WTF
Noah Guy - LET U LEAD (with Billy Lemos)
Zach Bryan - Pink Skies
What are you listening to?
0%THC - The High Curbs
0%POST HUMAN: NeX GEn - Bring Me The Horizon
0%Clancy - Twenty One Pilots
0%Dark Times - Vince Staples
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