Jungle: Cherry

London-based duo Jungle (Tom McFarland and Josh Lloyd-Watson) says their second studio record For Ever is intended to sound like a “post-apocalyptic radio station playing break-up songs.” From the album comes “Cherry,” which is combines neo-soul, a funky bass line, falsetto vocals and the glorious mantra “You’re never gonna change me / I was already changing.” The result is infectious, and the music video only …

Carl Broemel: Starting From Scratch

Somehow Carl Broemel (of My Morning Jacket) makes the concept of “Starting From Scratch” quite warm and welcoming in the debut track off his forthcoming third solo album, Wished Out. Inspired by a moment where Broemel felt like he was inside the sky while driving in the mountains above Malibu, the song moves forward with sweet, soulful vocalization cresting over a weave of guitar and …

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A beautiful tune by Blood Orange, mesmerizing music from Muna Ileiwat and more

Muna Ileiwat: Baby Hypnotic, methodic and measured, London-based Muna Ileiwat’s “Baby” is a slow-burning tune that builds beautifully—layer upon layer. With a sharp staccato rhythm at times, the song is balanced with Ileiwat’s smooth and seemingly effortless vocals. VRWRK: Different Crowd London electronic trio VRWRK offers another taste of their forthcoming debut album On The Outside with the video for “Different Crowd.” From the sun …