New music is always a good thing, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Pitchfork’s weekly New Music Friday feature comes in handy, highlighting significant new releases from artists across various genres.
This week’s batch includes albums from Jenny Hval, Model/Actriz, Car Seat Headrest, Yung Lean, Boldy James & Real Bad Man, Blondshell, Mei Semones, Paco Cathcart, Loscil, and Rainy Miller. Here are some highlights:
Jenny Hval explores themes of identity in her latest album, while Model/Actriz delivers a blend of pop and folk. Car Seat Headrest is back with their signature lo-fi sound, paired with Boldy James’ unflinching bars. Blondshell’s new record offers a combustible mix of pop, folk, and alt-rock, tackling the complexities of love and family.
Mei Semones carves out her own territory in indie-rock, combining bossa nova ballads with chamber-pop grandeur. Paco Cathcart’s Down on Them is a sonic reinvention that lifts the lo-fi fog from their work as the Cradle. Loscil applies a scorched-earth approach to ambient music, while Rainy Miller draws inspiration from Christianity and country music for his album Joseph, What Have You Done?.
These albums showcase diverse styles and themes, but all share a common thread: they’re worth checking out if you’re looking to expand your musical horizons. Dive into the world of new music with these 12 releases and discover something fresh this week.
Source: https://pitchfork.com/news/11-new-albums-you-should-listen-to-now-jenny-hval-model-actriz-car-seat-headrest