With 232 pages and an expanded 12″ by 12″ format, our biggest print issue yet celebrates the people, places, music, and art of our hometown, including cover features on David Lynch, Nipsey Hussle, Syd, and Phoebe Bridgers’ Saddest Factory Records, plus Brian Wilson, Cuco, Ty Segall, Lord Huron, Remi Wolf, The Doors, the art of RISK, Taz, Estevan Oriol, Kii Arens, and Edward Colver, and so much more.
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Photo by Michael Muller. Image design by Gene Bresler at Catch Light Digital. Cobver design by Jerome Curchod.
Phoebe Bridgers makeup: Jenna Nelson (using Smashbox Cosmetics)
Phoebe Bridgers hair: Lauren Palmer-Smith
MUNA hair/makeup: Caitlin Wronski
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The Dirty Nil, The Lash
Harrowing and fun in equal measure, the Ontario groups’ fifth record is a deliberate return to their raw punk ’n’ roll roots with a newfound sense of vulnerability lying beneath all the noise.
Nick Drake, The Making of Five Leaves Left
Meant to tell a deeper story behind the songwriter’s 1969 debut, each demo, outtake, and alternate version on this 4-LP set radiates the piecemeal feel of a novice grasping his way through a new endeavor.
Stars of the Lid, Music for Nitrous Oxide [30 Year Anniversary]
Released for the first time on vinyl, the Austin drone duo’s dark, raw debut elicits awe, wonder, and terror all at once as it confronts listeners with the darker aspects of existence.
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Events
House of Vans Mastered the Free Show
After closing their Brooklyn hub, the concert and visual arts series lives on as a pop-up event.
October 22, 2019
Omni
Omni Is as Retro as Ever in Their “Courtesy Call” Video
Frankie Broyles and Philip Frobos talk about the “Networker” single and its “Top of The Pops”–recalling video.
October 08, 2019
courtesy of Subliminal Projects
Art & Culture
For New Deal 1990, Andy Howell Gets A Little Help From His Friends
To honor New Deal Skateboards’ legacy, the skating icon is turning to longtime friends, new followers, and one especially legendary street artist.
September 27, 2019
On “The Practice of Love,” Jenny Hval Reaches Out
In inviting collaborators to the table, Hval has crafted her most evocative and pop-structured record to date.
September 11, 2019
The WORLDZ Interview: Red Light EVP and New Era Managing Partner Matt Ringel
Ringel doesn’t just partner brands with artists—he unites household names with shared values.
September 09, 2019
photo by Molly Adams
The WORLDZ Interview: Bandsintown CEO and Co-Founder Fabrice Sergent
Sergent believes that anyone should be able to find live music anywhere, anytime.
August 29, 2019
Blanck Mass Doesn’t Want to Sell You Anything
On “Animated Violence Mild,” Benjamin John Power praises drag and laments consumerism.
August 19, 2019
Art & Culture
With “Dolphine,” Mega Bog Uses the Surreal to Reflect On Death
In contemplating multiple recent losses in her life, Erin Birgy tightens her grip on the bizarre.
June 28, 2019
Weyes Blood Isn’t Afraid of Climate Change
The Los Angeles–based musician’s fourth album confronts humanity’s bleak future head-on.
June 20, 2019
Cate Le Bon Finds Reward in Isolation (and Woodworking)
In cutting herself off from society to study woodworking, Le Bon accidentally wrote her most direct songs to date.
May 23, 2019
Pile Goes Full-Time
Seven albums in, Pile is finally Rick Maguire’s only gig. He never quite expected to make the leap.
May 01, 2019
SASAMI Is a New Artist, But You’ve Heard Her Before
Although her self-titled record is her solo debut, she’s contributed to the works of countless others—and her prowess is apparent.
March 01, 2019
Cherry Glazerr’s Clementine Creevy Is Always Learning
Even though her band’s music presents immense insight into society’s ills, Clementine is still getting to know herself. And that’s OK.
February 04, 2019
Elena Tonra, Alone But Not Lonely
Daughter’s frontperson, already beloved for her bravely desolate lyrics, launched a new solo project—Ex:Re—to provide her most devastating songs yet. But she’s far from lonesome.
November 30, 2018
Kero Kero Bonito Are Doing Whatever They Want
Given the ethos behind their band, surprise releasing a killer record wasn’t much of a surprise for Sarah Midori Perry, Gus Lobban, and Jamie Bulled.
October 04, 2018
Nothing Can Crack Forth Wanderers
Even with members scattered across different cities and schools, Forth Wanderers just keeps getting tighter.
April 25, 2018
photo by Kim Hiorthøy
Breaking: Kelly Lee Owens
The Welsh producer first made waves working with Daniel Avery and Jenny Hval. Now it’s her turn.
April 06, 2017
PREMIERE: Vanbot Traverses “Siberia” Via Ambient Electronica On Her Third LP
The Swedish artist explores the relationship between time, location, and emotion—all on the Trans-Siberian Railway.
April 05, 2017
photo by Rebecca Storm
Breaking: Mozart’s Sister
The Montreal producer and singer shows a new face on “Field of Love.”
February 15, 2017
