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New tracks from Future Islands, Tennis, Sam Nicolosi, Tempers and more in our weekly musical round-up

Syd: Fin Syd (member of The Internet and associate of Odd Future) never disappoints and her debut solo album Fin is sublime from beginning to end. From the slightly dark, bubbly “Body” to the sexy “Got Her Own,” the record smoothly slips from spacey to woozy and seductive—complemented by Syd’s effortlessly sultry vocals. With robotic sounds and synths blending with ’90s-tinged R&B influences, this entire …

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Rufus Wainwright's protest song covered by Lily Allen, new music by Goldfrapp, Thundercat teams up with a couple of icons and more

Lily Allen: Going To a Town (Rufus Wainwright Cover) Covering Rufus Wainwright’s stunning 2007 song “Going To a Town,” Lily Allen has remained faithful to the original, while adding her own levels of heartbreak. The accompanying video features scenes from current protests concerning Trump, Brexit, racism, islamophobia, refugees and immigration. While Allen’s version is pared-down, it delivers the same amount of pathos (thanks in part …

Jamiroquai: Automaton

Returning after a seven-year hiatus, Jamiroquai’s return will make you feel nostalgic, curious or both. For some, the band’s new single “Automaton” will be their first introduction to the British funk-pop band, but their sound in 2017 is just as energetic and groovy as ever. The disco-influenced tune is focused on AI, technology and space—all themes that are reflected in frontman Jay Kay’s light-up hat. …