Lo Moon: Loveless

Melodic, spacious and emotional: these attributes pinpoint the allure of LA-based Lo Moon’s single “Loveless.” It’s a debut track from the brand new band, and there’s something very uncommon here. Their first offering happens to be seven minutes long. And yet, those seven minutes pass in what feels like three, guided by at times soaring vocals and well-placed crescendos.

Dan Deacon: Change Your Life (You Can Do It)

When it comes to Dan Deacon it’s best to expect the unexpected—or perhaps expect berserk euphoria. With his latest track “Change Your Life (You Can Do It)” Deacon—who has been performing the song live for a little while—has gone above and beyond. It’s not only super-motivational and inspirational, it’s also bonkers and feverish. The accompanying video uses footage from his “Gliss Riffer” tour last year …

Sylvan Esso: Radio

Sylvan Esso singer Amelia Meath’s vocals dance with remarkable precision atop the upbeat electronic instrumentation of new single “Radio.” From the highly danceable “slave to the radio” chorus to the warbling over an extended digital finish, it’s a lovable track on the surface but digs deep into the state of the music industry with its lyricism. And for lovers of vinyl, “Radio” will get a …