Nico Cartosio: Snow Above The Earth

For anyone sweltering in summer sun, “Snow Above The Earth” offers a refreshing neo-classical reminder of one of nature’s other powers. The composition, by Nico Cartosio, honors young musicians thus far unable to fulfill their potential in the world of music, as does the almost eight-minute narrative music video. Altogether it’s the first reveal of Cartosio’s upcoming album, presently being recorded at Abbey Road. As …

Third Eye Blind: Joke (Chastity Belt Cover)

Teetering on some strange, beautiful line between ’90s radio-rock familiarity and the indie ethos of today, “Joke” sees Third Eye Blind reveal the first track from their forthcoming all-covers EP Thanks For Everything. Of course fans of the band will delight in their version of the Chastity Belt song, but it’s honest and lovable enough that it might just win over some new listeners. As …

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From political protest songs to electro-noir from a disco legend, the week in music

Teddy Geiger: I Was in a Cult Teddy Geiger’s been rather busy over the last five years, collaborating with many well-known artists on their music—and delivering several hits in the process. Now, she returns with her first solo material in five years—under the pseudonym teddy