Before Android became a ubiquitous mobile operating system, it was associated with humanoid operating machines, often referred to as robots. In 1980, a band named Android A 21st Century Band adopted this concept, embodying avant-garde ideals and a futuristic outlook. They were pioneers in synthesizing the human voice, a technique that would later be recognized as the vocoder. Here is "My Love is Like a Shooting Star," a track from their sole album In Tune with Tomorrow released in 1982.
Thirty years ago, Sparks released one of their standout hits from the 90s, "When Do I Get to Sing 'My Way'". Known for their ability to seamlessly adapt to musical trends, Sparks transitioned from Moroder Disco in the 70s to Synth-pop in the 80s, and by the 90s, they embraced the popular Euro Dance sound. The song is a reference to Frank Sinatra's iconic "My Way" and found its place on their album Gratuitous Sax & Senseless Violins.
St Vincent is back with a new single titled, "Broken Man". This release also announces her new studio album All Born Screaming which is set for release on April 26th. The video for the song was directed by Alex Da Corte.
Holy Wire, also known as Alain Paradis, is a musician based in Austin, Texas. Starting with the release of his first singles in 2022, followed by more in 2023, Holy Wire's music bears the influence of bands like The Smiths and The Cure, infused with the electronic soundscapes of the early 80s, often with a dark undertone. Recently, Alain relocated to Brooklyn, NYC, where he crossed paths with producer Abe Seiferth, known for his work with Nation of Language. Anticipation is high for Holy Wire's debut album, slated for release this year. In the meantime, be sure to check out his latest single below.
More than ten years since their debut with singles "Soft Skin" and "Sleepwalking", released on Capture Tracks, Cosmetics have returned in this decade with their first LP. The album is entitled Baby and it features the single "Pillow Talk" that can be previewed under the link below.
The Jesus and Mary Chain have released "Girl71" the third single from their eight studio album Glasgow Eyes which is going to be released on March 8th.
The Popular Sex released their only album, Power of Suggestion, during their brief stint in 1984. Reportedly, the album features tracks recorded from the late 70s up to 1981. It was released by a small Atlanta label called Wild Carbon Software. Here in this feature we would like to present the closing and our favorite track of the album, "This May Say Your Live."
Allie X has released her fifth studio album Girl with No Face through Twin Records. In January, we featured her hit "Off with her Tits" and in the mean time she has also released "Weird World" which is the first track on her new album.
MGMT have released their fifth studio album, entitled Loss Of Life today. Four singles were already take from the album including their latest, "Dancing in Babylon", a duet with Chrstine and the Queens. This is their first album in four years, after Little Dark Age and marks the label chnage from Columbia to a New York independet label called Mom + Pop.
Bat For Lashes returns after nearly a five-year hiatus since the release of "Lost Girls" in 2019. The latest video for the track "The Dream of Delphi" has made its premiere on YouTube, coinciding with the announcement of the album of the same title set for release on May 31st.
A new video from Jonathan Bree has been premired this week. It for the song "Steel and Glass" which is taken from his album Pre-Code Hollywood that was released last year. This release marks a departure from his usual masked image, signaling his new artistic direction.