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 "'Don't Skip Out On Me' is an entirely instrumental work, containing 16 country western ballads played with acoustic guitars, bass, drums, steel guitars, and harmonica."

 "It is a story of people alone with themselves, seeking their identity in a world that oppresses and ignores them."

Richmond Fontaine's album 'Don't Skip Out On Me' serves as a thoughtful instrumental soundtrack companion to Willy Vlautin's novel of the same name. It explores themes of identity, struggle, and the harsh reality of life in America through 16 emotive country western ballads. The album marks a poignant farewell from the band, combining literary depth with rich musical storytelling. Listen to Richmond Fontaine's evocative final album and dive into the powerful story behind the music.

 Mambo Cosmico is a true acid experience, a psychedelic trip that literally drags the listener from the first track into a kind of merry-go-round that never stops spinning.

 Forget any atmosphere that might make you think of the warm and reassuring bossa nova, because here we are faced with a real group of madmen whose sound is as loud as the gunshots and screams of villistas.

Mambo Cosmico by Sonido Gallo Negro blends traditional Latin sounds with acid psychedelic and surf music influences. The album offers a noisy, intense sonic experience dominated by Farfisa organ and electric guitars. Despite its rich eclecticism, the reviewer finds the album overwhelming and chaotic. The work features mostly instrumentals with nods to classics like "Tolu" and "Quien Sera." Dive into the intense world of Sonido Gallo Negro’s Mambo Cosmico and experience a daring psychedelic Latin journey.

 Jim O'Rourke described this event as a unique performance and 'the fastest exchange of information I have had the chance to witness in many years.'

 The sounds of Sakata’s saxophone and clarinet and Satoh’s piano intersect like two birds flying next to each other at dizzying speed, crossing their trajectories but never colliding.

Proton Pump showcases a historic 2015 live jazz performance in Tokyo featuring Akira Sakata, Chikamorachi, and Masahiko Satoh. Driven by free jazz and avant-garde techniques, the album reveals a powerful and instinctive musical exchange. The rhythm section's unconventional style and Sakata’s vocal saxophone mimicry create a dynamic sonic landscape. This album celebrates the vibrant, fast-paced energy of Tokyo's contemporary jazz scene. Experience the groundbreaking energy of Akira Sakata and Chikamorachi’s live Proton Pump—listen now and dive into avant-garde jazz!

 These songs are indicative of a liveliness and creativity worthy of an artist who has rightfully been defined as a true poet.

 "Film" is a song of a desperate search for love performed with an intensity equal to that of Serge Gainsbourg and Piero Ciampi.

Pierre Vassiliu, a unique French singer-songwriter, produced rich and imaginative music during his prime in the 60s and early 70s. This compilation album collects his overlooked B-sides spanning 1965 to 1981, showcasing a blend of pop, bossa nova, and psychedelic sounds. Despite personal struggles and a fading commercial presence, the songs reveal great poetic depth and creative vitality. The collection highlights some of his most poignant and intense compositions, underscoring his enduring artistic legacy. Explore Pierre Vassiliu's hidden gems and rediscover a poetic voice of French pop music's golden era.

 The fatalism of Vox Low is therefore not some kind of complacency but rather literature and visual art like Bret Easton Ellis and the Velvet Underground, Ennio Morricone, and Hiroshima mon amour.

 This album finds its roots in the late nineties when the city of Paris became the capital of the 'French Touch' and underground realities of the funky house music world emerged from anonymity.

Vox Low's self-titled debut album blends dark-wave atmospheres with French house electronic elements rooted in the 90s Parisian scene. The group skillfully merges neo-romantic and fatalistic themes layered with a critical view of France’s cultural shifts. Their sound recalls the moodiness of Gary Numan and Depeche Mode while offering a clear ideological depth beyond mere revivalism. Overall, the album presents an engaging, atmospheric work with both musical and political significance. Explore Vox Low’s dark-wave fusion and discover the deep French Touch revival with fresh soundscapes and provocative cultural themes.

 The group in this album goes beyond the boundaries of jazz fusion, contaminating the sound with psychedelic and kraut-rock elements.

 Sunwatchers present their artistic work as an ideological manifesto against what they define as a confederation of anarcho-capitalist gangsters and racist activists.

Sunwatchers' second album, II, boldly expands the boundaries of jazz fusion by integrating psychedelic, kraut-rock, and world music sounds. Devoted to saxophonist Albert Ayler, the ensemble creates a dynamic and innovative musical experience. The album is also a political statement, promoting inclusivity through a mix of cultural influences and leftist ideals. Overall, II is an engaging and vital contribution to the New York experimental scene. Explore Sunwatchers' II for a groundbreaking fusion of avant-garde jazz and global rhythms!

 If your life is crap... this album here reminds you that there’s always rock and roll that can save your life.

 It takes just a few seconds of the first track, 'Pastel City,' to mess up your hair, make your head move up and down, and imagine yourself driving a damn convertible along the US Route 101.

Dommengang's album Love Jail delivers a powerful acid rock experience infused with 70s psychedelic blues influences. The band has matured since their debut, showcasing stronger awareness and refined compositions. Produced by Tim Green, the album blends energetic riffs and vigorous rhythms, evoking classic guitar styles and modern rock blues. It's a heartening rock record that offers solace and raw power to listeners facing life's difficulties. Dive into Dommengang's Love Jail and experience the raw power of modern acid rock today!

 Explicitly inspired by the masters of psychedelia Trad, Gras och Stenar, the sound... is a true minimalist composition.

 As if they were the distant songs of the first homo sapiens who walked this planet played backward at 33 revolutions per minute.

The Myrrors’ 'Archives, Vol. I: Lunar Halo' is a high-quality live archival album showcasing the band’s neo-psychedelic mastery. Originally recorded in 2014 in Tucson, it features partial improvisation built on structured themes. The sound is inspired by classic psychedelic masters and represents a minimalist yet ecstatic musical journey through global sonic traditions. Listen to The Myrrors' Lunar Halo and dive into an immersive psychedelic journey.

 The Drink is a humorous album akin to a black comedy by the Coen brothers, with a sound mostly borne out of an expressive urgency and almost cursory quality.

 The atmospheres are generally dark, but above all, they are characterized by a certain dadaist and pop-art orientation as if confused and psychedelic images of all the colors of Andy Warhol’s Campbell’s Soup were passing before our eyes.

The Drink by ******** is a Scottish duo's debut and final album that revisits indie music's original spirit through dark, jazzy, and experimental sounds. With influences from lo-fi icons like Daniel Johnston, the album mixes minimalist garage rock, spoken-word blues, and synth-driven atmospheres. The work combines humor with a nihilistic edge, producing a unique listening experience reminiscent of a black comedy. Its pop-art and dadaist sensibilities enrich its expressive urgency and unpredictability. Discover the dark, experimental sounds of The Drink by ******** – listen now and dive into indie’s raw essence!

 "Nils Frahm effectively presents himself as a kind of visionary artist even on a morphological level, literally transforming his instruments like an alchemist."

 "'All Melody' introduces the conceptual theme of the work and offers a wealth of varied and evocative sounds and suggestions."

Nils Frahm's 'All Melody' is a highly praised album noted for its rich instrumentation and innovative soundscape. Recorded in a historic Berlin studio, it blends piano, strings, electronics, and choirs creating a solemn, cinematic experience. The album stands out as a visionary mix of neoclassical and experimental music. Frahm's alchemic approach transforms his instruments, offering a fresh sonic universe full of dynamic and evocative compositions. Discover Nils Frahm's All Melody and immerse yourself in a visionary blend of neoclassical and electronic soundscapes.