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A song for your younger self, a rap-dance hybrid, and more in this week's musical wrap up

Louis Cole feat. Genevieve Artadi: When You’re Ugly With some of the most sage advice we’ve heard (“Fuck the world and be real cool”) Louis Cole’s new track “When You’re Ugly” is funky, playful and kooky—in the the best ways possible. Singer/songwriter/producer/instrumentalist Cole (Knower band member, Thundercat collaborator) is set to release his third LP Time this August, and it’s sure to be as infectious …

The Long Now: Restoration

Icelandic opera singer Finnur Bjarnason has partnered with electronic producer Richard Norris for a new collaborative project, The Long Now. Their debut single “Restoration” bridges multiple genres with a moody palette of vocal repetition and thoughtful instrumentation. The track’s been pulled from their debut EP of the same name. A full-length, live debut and corresponding visuals are all in the works, as well.

Mr Twin Sister: Jaipur

“Jaipur” is Mr Twin Sister’s first new track in two years, and further confirms that it’s difficult to define the band’s sound. Singer Andrea Estrella’s vocals float over the beat at first, but as the track builds, they become less fluid—in a manner that gracefully syncs. With moments of dark electro, Indian pop, sweeping strings and murmuring saxophone, it’s a song that seems to shape-shift …