Great picks from The Littlest Winslow

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This post is nothing more than a shameless plug for my friend and old college colleague Nick at The Littlest Winslow, who’s been mentioned here more than once in terms of music selections to which he’s introduced me. (He was the lead inspiration for the Music Other People Like series you find here as well.) Continue reading

Michelle Williams’ new song reunites her with Beyonce, Kelly Rowland

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It’s crazy to realize it’s been a decade since the members of Destiny’s Child went their separate ways, but yet it has been since their last studio album. Meanwhile, all three have pursued separate solo endeavors, and have definitely seen their careers continue, even if some have been more successful than others. Continue reading

Sounds hiding in your favorite music

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Sometimes, for various reasons, music production leads to an occasional gaffe or sound being left in the final recording. Other times, hidden items are intentionally placed into a song. There is, of course, that third bucket where people think an item is embedded into a song, but it’s just the story of urban legend. Continue reading

Ronika releases her debut full-length album, ‘Selectadisc’

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In just yesterday’s post, I mentioned Ronika while talking about the similarities between her and Sky Ferreira. I then looked up Ronika on Spotify to listen to her music after writing the post, and lo and behold, she’s just released her first full-length album, “Selectadisc.” Continue reading

Required listening: Sky Ferreira

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A few months back I featured an artist that was experimenting with various eras and styles, Ronika, who through a series of EPs made a mark with catchy pop-based jams that heralded various styles. Thanks to reading a random Rich Juzwiak Gawker article, I may have found a kindred spirit in Sky Ferreira. Continue reading

Mission Zero’s latest: ‘Sky Candy’ EP

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I’ve had it for awhile, but unfortunately due to the schedule I’ve been keeping as of late, didn’t get around to working on this for awhile, but yay to a quiet weekend, as I can finally share with you some newer music by one of my favorite local acts, Mission Zero! Continue reading

Sir Mix-a-Lot raps his infamous hit, backed by an orchestra

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Ah, Sir Mix-a-Lot. You wrote a song that has given adolescents to grind for 20 years. You’ve been banned by MTV. You coined the phrase “little in the middle but you’ve got much back.” And now, with your collaboration with the Seattle Symphony, your cult status continues to burn brightly. Continue reading